- Walk-in interview for the post of Junior Research Fellow under the scheme ‘Development of pilot-scale cold plasma system for microbial safety and quality enhancement in fruits and vegetable juices’ (CSS-35 (PC-6418)).
- The position is based in the Department of Processing & Food Engineering, PAU, Ludhiana.
- Engagement is on a temporary basis for up to 6 months or until the scheme ends, whichever is earlier.
- The first month’s remuneration will be kept as security and refunded upon completion of service with one month’s notice.
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Junior Research Fellow in Processing & Food Engineering
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Department of Processing & Food Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab
Apply Deadline
22 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) (PAU) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Tech (btech), M.Tech (mtech), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹37,000 - ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Fee Amount: 200 Indian Rupees (INR), Payment Details: Draft in favor of 'The Comptroller, PAU', Purpose: Application processing fee for the Junior Research Fellow position |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc) with a minimum OCPA of 6.00/10.00 or 60% marks.
• Master’s degree (M.Tech.) in Processing & Food Engineering, Food Engineering and Technology, Post-Harvest Engineering, or Food Science and Technology with a minimum OCPA of 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks.
• Alternatively, a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline (if Master’s degree is not possessed).
- National Level Eligibility Test: Must have cleared a Central Government eligibility test such as CSIR/UGC/NET/GATE/MHRD, etc.
- Note: Candidates with only a Master’s degree but lacking the minimum OCPA may be appointed at a lower salary of ₹30,000 + 18%.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc) with a minimum OCPA of 6.00/10.00 or 60% marks.
• Master’s degree (M.Tech.) in Processing & Food Engineering, Food Engineering and Technology, Post-Harvest Engineering, or Food Science and Technology with a minimum OCPA of 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks.
• Alternatively, a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline (if Master’s degree is not possessed).
- National Level Eligibility Test: Must have cleared a Central Government eligibility test such as CSIR/UGC/NET/GATE/MHRD, etc.
- Note: Candidates with only a Master’s degree but lacking the minimum OCPA may be appointed at a lower salary of ₹30,000 + 18%.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on interview performance conducted on 28-09-2026 at 11:30 AM.
- No written test or additional screening stages are mentioned.
- No written test or additional screening stages are mentioned.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- 2 latest passport-size photographs (original + self-attested photocopy).
- Original and self-attested photocopies of all relevant academic documents (degree certificates, mark sheets, etc.).
- One demand draft of ₹200 in favor of The Comptroller, PAU.
- Original and self-attested photocopies of all relevant academic documents (degree certificates, mark sheets, etc.).
- One demand draft of ₹200 in favor of The Comptroller, PAU.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Fee Amount: 200 Indian Rupees (INR), Payment Details: Draft in favor of 'The Comptroller, PAU', Purpose: Application processing fee for the Junior Research Fellow position
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to submit the application for the Junior Research Fellow position at PAU Ludhiana?
The last date to submit the application and required documents is 22-09-2026.
Q.
What is the salary range for the Junior Research Fellow post?
The salary is ₹37,000 + 18% for candidates meeting full qualification criteria, and ₹30,000 + 18% for those with M.Tech/M.Sc but not meeting minimum OCPA.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No application fee is mentioned. However, a demand draft of ₹200 is required to be submitted along with the application.
Q.
What is the duration of the engagement for this Junior Research Fellow position?
The engagement is on a temporary basis for up to 6 months or until the scheme ends, whichever is earlier.
Q.
Where and when will the interview for this post be conducted?
The interview will be conducted in the office of the Head, Department of Processing & Food Engineering, PAU, Ludhiana, on 28-09-2026 at 11:30 AM.