Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU), Bathinda, has announced Assistant Professor recruitment for its School of Agriculture Sciences and Engineering, Main Campus, on a consolidated salary basis for the academic session 2026-27. This Assistant Professor opening covers multiple disciplines within Agriculture Sciences and Engineering and is open to eligible candidates through online application. Interested and eligible candidates can apply on or before 03-08-2026 (05:00 PM sharp). Read on for complete details regarding eligibility, how to apply, and important dates for this Assistant Professor recruitment.
Official Notification Reference file: Advt. No. MRSPTU/ESTB./2026/DPR/588
Date Posted: 30th July 2026
Hiring Organization Name: Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU), Bathinda
Organization Profile: Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU), Bathinda (Erstwhile Maharaja Ranjit Singh State Technical University, Bathinda) is an affiliating Technical University, established by Govt. of Punjab vide Punjab Act No. 5 of 2015 notified through Punjab Government Gazette-Extraordinary (Regd. No. CHD/0092/2015-2017) notification No. 5- Leg./2015 dated 12th February 2015 and registered with UGC u/s 2(f).
With spontaneous upswing in demand for quality Technical Education, burgeoning pressure on the Premier Technical University of Punjab, Punjab Technical University, Kapurthala, to mitigate regional imbalance in distribution of Temples of quality Technical Education in the State, for exponential socio-economic growth of the Malwa region, to bridge the gap between demand and supply of employable technical human resource, exigency for creation of a new State Technical University in Punjab was realized. Consequent on the implementation of this Act, Technical institutions of eleven districts of Punjab have been affiliated to MRSPTU with effect of 1st July, 2015 including Barnala, Bathinda, Faridkot, Fatehgarh Sahib, Fazilka, Ferozepur, Mansa, Moga, Patiala, Sangrur and Sri Muktsar Sahib.
The objectives of this new Technical University at Bathinda are to provide, upgrade and promote Quality Technical Education, Training and Research in Technical Education to create entrepreneurship and a conducive environment for the pursuit of Technical Education in close cooperation with industry. In the pursuit of creating excellence in Teaching, Research and Skill Development, the University has to attain highest standards by following and conforming to norms/standards policies laid down by the All India Council for Technical Education, New Delhi and University Grants Commission, New Delhi.
Employment Type: Purely Temporary, Consolidated Salary, for 11 Months up to 30th May 2027 or till posts are filled on regular basis, whichever is earlier
Job Title/Designation:
Vacancy Available in Departments:
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agricultural Extension Education
- Agriculture Economics
- Agroforestry
- Agrometeorology
- Agronomy
- Animal Science
- Biochemistry/Physiology
- Entomology
- Genetics & Plant Breeding
- Horticulture
- Microbiology
- Plant Pathology
- Soil Science
Essential Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Master’s degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university. Candidates must also have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC/CSIR or a similar UGC-accredited test like SLET/SET, or hold a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016. Candidates registered for the Ph.D. programme prior to July 11, 2009, may be exempted from NET/SLET/SET subject to fulfilment of conditions such as a regular-mode Ph.D., evaluation by at least two external examiners, an open Ph.D. viva voce, two published research papers with at least one in a refereed journal, and at least two conference/seminar presentations sponsored/funded/supported by UGC/ICSSR/CSIR or a similar agency.
Age Limit: As per Punjab Government norms
Salary Details: Consolidated salary of Rs.50,000 per month for Ph.D. holders and Rs.40,000 per month for Non-Ph.D. candidates
Job Location: Bathinda, Punjab
Apply Mode: Offline
Important Dates: Last date for hardcopy application to reach the office of Registrar is 03-08-2026 (05:00 PM sharp)
Application Fees: Rs.590 (Rs.295 for SC/ST candidates), inclusive of GST @18%, payable through Demand Draft in favour of “Registrar, MRSPTU, Bathinda”
Organization Website: https://www.mrsptu.ac.in/
How to Apply: Eligible candidates who wish to apply for this Assistant Professor post must fill the online application form in the prescribed format available on the official university website. The hardcopy of the application, along with attested photocopies of certificates/documents and a Demand Draft of the required fee, should reach the office of the Registrar on or before 03-08-2026 (05:00 PM sharp) through Speed Post, Registered Post, or in person. Applications received late will not be considered and will be summarily rejected. Candidates are advised to visit the university website regularly for updated information, and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Organization address:
Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University,
5WGC+HVV, Dabwali Rd, Lal Singh Nagar,
Bathinda, Punjab 151001, India
Official Notification for Reference: Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University, Bathinda – Job Opening Notification
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 MRSPTU Bathinda jobs:
- Read the official notification and qualification norms carefully before applying for this Assistant Professor post
- Fill the online application form completely and accurately on the university website
- Submit the hardcopy application along with attested photocopies of certificates and the Demand Draft before the last date
- Ensure the degree certificate, Gazette result notification, and all original DMCs are issued on or before 02-08-2026
- Paste a recent passport size photograph on the application form
- Attach supporting documents for any claimed experience or research publications to receive due weightage
- Provide correct email address and mobile number in the application form
- Note that no TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview
This Assistant Professor recruitment by MRSPTU, Bathinda offers a wide-ranging opportunity for candidates across various agricultural disciplines to join a growing technical university. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply well before the last date to be considered for these posts.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What is the last date to apply for the MRSPTU Bathinda Assistant Professor recruitment 2026? The hardcopy application must reach the Registrar’s office on or before 03-08-2026 (05:00 PM sharp).
2. Which school is hiring for the Assistant Professor posts at MRSPTU? The School of Agriculture Sciences and Engineering at the Main Campus of MRSPTU, Bathinda, is hiring for these Assistant Professor posts.
3. What is the essential qualification required for this Assistant Professor recruitment? Candidates need a Master’s degree with 55% marks in a relevant/allied subject, along with NET/SLET/SET clearance or a Ph.D. degree as per UGC norms.
4. What is the salary for the Assistant Professor posts at MRSPTU Bathinda? The posts carry a consolidated salary of Rs.50,000 per month for Ph.D. holders and Rs.40,000 per month for Non-Ph.D. candidates.
5. What is the application fee for the MRSPTU Assistant Professor recruitment? The application fee is Rs.590, or Rs.295 for SC/ST candidates, inclusive of GST @18%, payable through Demand Draft.
6. How can candidates apply for the Assistant Professor post at MRSPTU Bathinda? Candidates can apply online on the university website and submit the hardcopy application with certificates and fee to the Registrar’s office before the last date.
7. Will TA/DA be paid to candidates attending the interview? No, TA/DA will not be paid for attending the interview.
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