Backlog Teaching Recruitment at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology, Meerut

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology, Meerut has released Advertisement No. III/2026 inviting online applications for backlog and other Teaching Recruitment posts across six constituent colleges. A total of 15 vacancies are available for the posts of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor in colleges including Horticulture, Post Harvest Technology and Food Processing, Technology, Agriculture, Biotechnology, and Veterinary and Animal Sciences. Eligible candidates, based, in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, can apply online through the university’s recruitment portal before the last date to apply, which is 3rd August 2026.

Official Notification Reference file: Advertisement No. III/2026

Date Posted: 10th July 2026

Hiring Organization Name: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology (SVPUAT), Meerut

Organization Profile: Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology established as a full-fledged University has unique honor of being called “First Agriculture University of the third millennium and the 21st century”. It is committed to a unique mandate of integrating education research and extension so as to serve the rural people. The University was established on 2nd October 2000 under Uttar Pradesh Agriculture University Act (revised) 1958 gazette and notified vide 3204A/X12-8-2000. It was inaugurated on 28th March 2002 by the Honorable Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. It is recognized and funded by U.P. Govt. & ICAR, Govt. of India. It is included in the list of recognized Universities maintained by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Govt. of India. The U.P Government has given the responsibility of all around development of the agriculture and rural community in its four divisions i.e Saharanpur, Meerut, Moradabad and Bareilly which consists of 15 districts i.e Saharanpur, Muzaffarangar, Meerut, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Ghaziabad, Bulandshahr, Baghpat, Bijnor, Jyotiba Phule Nagar, Moradabad, Rampur, Bareilly, Pilibhit, Baduan and Shahjahanpur. The state of U.P has 09 agro-climatic zones in which 03 falls under the Jurisdiction of this University.

Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time

Job Title/Designation:

• Professor
• Associate Professor
• Assistant Professor

Vacancy available in departments:

• College of Horticulture: Post Harvest Technology (Professor), Floriculture & Landscaping Architecture (Professor), Natural Resource Management–Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry (Associate Professor)
• College of Post Harvest Technology and Food Processing: Dairy Technology (Professor), Food Safety and Quality Assurance (Associate Professor), Dairy Chemistry (Associate Professor)
• College of Technology: Civil Engineering (Associate Professor)
• College of Agriculture: Agriculture Economics & Management (Associate Professor)
• College of Biotechnology: Plant Biotechnology (Professor)
• College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences: Veterinary Pathology (Professor), Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry (Professor), Veterinary Surgery & Radiology (Professor), Veterinary Clinical Complex (Professor), Livestock Farm Complex (Professor), Veterinary Biochemistry & Physiology–Veterinary Biochemistry (Assistant Professor)

Essential Qualifications: vary based on the post and discipline applied for.

• For Professor posts, an eminent scholar with a Ph.D. in the concerned discipline, at least 10 research publications in peer-reviewed, NAAS-rated, or UGC-listed journals, a total API score of 120, and a minimum of 10 years of teaching or research experience as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor with evidence of successful doctoral guidance, or alternatively an outstanding professional with a Ph.D. and 10 years of significant, documented professional contribution. Veterinary Professor posts additionally require a recognized basic veterinary qualification registered with a State Veterinary Council or Veterinary Council of India
• For Associate Professor posts, a good academic record with a Ph.D. in the concerned or allied discipline, a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks, a minimum of 8 years of teaching or research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor, at least 7 publications in peer-reviewed, NAAS-rated, or UGC-listed journals, and a total research score of 75. The Civil Engineering post requires a Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at Bachelor’s or Master’s level, at least 6 research publications in SCI journals or UGC/AICTE-approved list, and 8 years of experience including 2 years post-Ph.D.
• For the Assistant Professor post in Veterinary Biochemistry, a recognized basic veterinary qualification registered with a State Veterinary Council or Veterinary Council of India, along with a Master’s degree with 55% marks in the relevant subject and clearance of NET/SLET/SET, or a Ph.D. degree as per UGC Regulations, 2009 or 2016

Experience: A minimum of 10 years of teaching or research experience is required for Professor posts, at least 8 years for Associate Professor posts, and no separate minimum experience is prescribed for the Assistant Professor post, though teaching or post-doctoral experience adds to the academic score

Age Limit: Maximum age for the post of Assistant Professor is 40 years, with a relaxation of 5 years for OBC (non-creamy layer) and SC/ST candidates and 15 years for PWD candidates; there is no upper age limit for the posts of Associate Professor and Professor

Salary Details: Professor carries Academic Level 14 with a rationalized entry pay of Rs. 1,44,200 per month, Associate Professor carries Academic Level 13A with a rationalized entry pay of Rs. 1,31,400 per month, and Assistant Professor carries Academic Level 10 with a rationalized entry pay of Rs. 57,700 per month

Job Location: Meerut, Uttar Pradesh

Apply Mode: Online

Important Dates:

• Advertisement Issuing Date: 3rd July 2026
• Online Application Closing Date: 3rd August 2026, up to 11:59:59 PM
• Last Date to Send Printed Application by Registered Post: 17th August 2026

Application Fees: Rs. 1500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and Rs. 750 for SC/ST/PWD candidates, payable online and non-refundable

Organization Website: www.svpuat.edu.in

How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply online through the university’s recruitment portal before the closing date of 3rd August 2026. Applicants must first visit the university website, click on the ‘Recruitment’ link on the homepage, view the detailed advertisement, and click ‘Apply’ to be redirected to the recruitment portal for registration and form submission. After registering, candidates need to fill in personal details, academic qualifications, teaching or PDF experience, research publications, and award details, preview the form, and pay the application fee online to complete submission. A printed copy of the filled application form along with the self-assessed score card and all supporting documents must be sent by registered post to the address below on or before 17th August 2026.

Email address to apply: [email protected]

To Submit Online Application:  https://www.svpuat.edu.in/jobs.php

Organization address:
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology
Modipuram Meerut – 250110, Uttar Pradesh

Official Notification for Reference: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology, Meerut – Backlog Teaching Posts Job Opening Notification, Advertisement No. III/2026

Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification of the Institution/University for details qualifications and other details, before applying.

General Instructions for the candidates to apply for the SVPUAT Meerut jobs:

• Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for these posts
• The posts at Sr. No. A1, A2, B1, B2, B3, D1, F1, F2, F5, and F6 are backlog vacancies for SC, OBC, and PWD candidates
• Candidates applying for the Assistant Professor post must appear in the domain knowledge written examination, failing which they will not be shortlisted for interview
• In-service candidates must upload a No Objection Certificate from their present employer along with the application
• Reservation benefits under SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or PWD categories require a valid certificate issued by the competent authority as per Uttar Pradesh Government norms
• Applicants applying for more than one post must submit separate application forms, separate fee payments, and separate envelopes for each post
• No travel allowance will be paid by the university for attending the interview
• Original certificates of qualification, age, experience, publications, and awards must be produced before the selection committee at the time of interview
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification of the candidate

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology, Meerut offers a valuable opportunity for academicians across all levels to fill backlog and other teaching vacancies spanning horticulture, food technology, engineering, agriculture, biotechnology, and veterinary sciences. With 15 vacancies covering Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts, this recruitment drive caters to candidates at various career stages. Eligible applicants are encouraged to complete their online application well before 3rd August 2026 to avoid last-minute issues.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is the last date to apply for this Backlog Teaching Recruitment at SVPUAT Meerut 2026? The online application closing date is 3rd August 2026, up to 11:59:59 PM.
2. How many total vacancies are available under this SVPUAT Job Vacancies notification? A total of 15 vacancies are available for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts across six colleges.
3. What is the application fee for SVPUAT Meerut Faculty Recruitment 2026? The fee is Rs. 1500 for general candidates and Rs. 750 for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
4. What is the age limit for the Assistant Professor post under this SVPUAT Teaching Jobs 2026? The maximum age limit is 40 years, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories and PWD candidates.
5. What pay scale is offered under this SVPUAT Academic Recruitment 2026? Professor posts carry Academic Level 14, Associate Professor posts carry Academic Level 13A, and Assistant Professor posts carry Academic Level 10.
6. How can I apply for the SVPUAT Meerut Campus Recruitment 2026? Candidates can apply online through www.svpuat.edu.in by following the Recruitment link and completing registration on the recruitment portal.

7. Where is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology located for this Faculty Vacancy? The university, is located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.