Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (LUVAS), Hisar, Haryana, has announced this Teaching Associate Recruitment for its College of Veterinary Sciences for the Academic Year 2026-27. A total of 27 positions are available across 19 disciplines and units, such as Animal Nutrition, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Pathology and Veterinary Surgery and Radiology. The engagement is purely temporary, with a fixed monthly honorarium of Rs. 60,000. Eligible candidates can send their duly filled application form with self-attested documents by hand or post so that it reaches the Dean’s office on or before 31 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Date Posted: 17th October 2026
Institution Name: Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (LUVAS), College of Veterinary Sciences, Hisar
Advertisement/Notification No.: LUVAS/COVS/TA/2026/01, Dated 13 October 2026
Institution Profile: An independent University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences has been established w.e.f. 1.12.2010 in pursuance of the Haryana Act No. 7 of 2010 notified on 7th April, 2010. The new University has been named in the cherished memory of Lala Lajpat Rai, a great patriot, the foremost freedom fighter, an ardent social reformer and a versatile writer. Lala Lajpat Rai, popularly known as “Punjab Kesri”, did his early legal practice at Hisar and also served as a Member and Secretary of the Hisar Municipality. The College of Veterinary Sciences and the College of Animal Sciences, earlier the constituent colleges of CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar has now been incorporated in this newly established University. The college of Animal Sciences is merged into College of Veterinary Sciences.
Employment Type: Temporary, non-regular, non-tenurial and time-bound basis for the Academic Year 2026-27. The engagement is not against any sanctioned post of the University and ends with the academic year (July to June), i.e. in June 2027, and shall not exceed one year.
Post Name/Designation:
| Department/School | Subject/Specialization (M.V.Sc./M.Sc.) | No. of Posts | Category/Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Genetics and Breeding | Animal Genetics and Breeding | 2 | PWD (1), EWS (1) |
| Animal Nutrition | Agronomy/Plant Breeding | 1 | General (1) |
| Animal Nutrition | Animal Nutrition | 1 | General-ESM (1) |
| College Central Laboratory | Veterinary Microbiology | 1 | General (1) |
| Livestock Farm Complex | Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 | General (1) |
| Livestock Farm Complex | Veterinary Medicine | 1 | EWS (1) |
| Livestock Production Management | Livestock Production Management | 2 | BC-A (1), General (1) |
| Livestock Products Technology | Livestock Products Technology | 1 | BC-B (1) |
| Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 2 | EWS (1), DSC (1) |
| Veterinary Clinical Complex | Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 1 | General (1) |
| Veterinary Clinical Complex | Veterinary Medicine | 1 | General (1) |
| Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 2 | BC-A (1), General (1) |
| Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Medicine | 2 | General (2) |
| Veterinary Microbiology | Veterinary Microbiology | 2 | DSC (1), BC-A (1) |
| Veterinary Parasitology | Veterinary Parasitology | 1 | General (1) |
| Veterinary Pathology | Veterinary Pathology | 1 | PWD (1) |
| Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry | Veterinary Biochemistry | 2 | General (2) |
| Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology | Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology | 1 | OSC (1) |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 2 | General (1), BC-B (1) |
| Total | 27 |
Total Vacancies: 27, with the category-wise break-up given below. The University reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of engagements, cancel the advertisement, or not fill any or all positions without assigning any reason.
Category-wise Vacancy Break-up:
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 13 |
| General-ESM (Ex-Servicemen) | 1 |
| EWS | 3 |
| PWD | 2 |
| BC-A | 3 |
| BC-B | 2 |
| DSC | 2 |
| OSC | 1 |
| Total | 27 |
PwD – Persons with Disabilities; EWS – Economically Weaker Section; ESM – Ex-Servicemen; BC-A – Backward Class-A; BC-B – Backward Class-B; DSC – Deprived Scheduled Castes; OSC – Other Scheduled Castes. Candidates belonging to a state other than Haryana are treated as General category candidates.
Required Educational Qualifications for Teaching Associate:
- Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Sciences (B.V.Sc. & A.H./B.V.Sc.) from a university/college/institute recognized by VCI
- For the Animal Nutrition position with Master’s in Agronomy/Plant Breeding (Sr. No. 2), a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Sciences (B.Sc.) from a university/college/institute recognized by ICAR
- Master’s degree (M.V.Sc./M.Sc.) in the relevant subject of Veterinary Sciences or Animal Sciences from a university/college/institute recognized by VCI/ICAR (Agriculture Sciences for Sr. No. 2)
- Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. degree in the relevant subject from a university/college/institute recognized by VCI/ICAR
Responsibilities:
- Limited teaching support functions under the supervision of the Head of Department (HOD)
- Work under the administrative control of the HOD and the Dean, COVS, and strictly follow the administrative, financial and disciplinary regulations of the University
- Regular attendance, maintained by the HOD through an attendance register
- Duties may be assigned at any other location within the jurisdiction of the University as per administrative requirements
- No administrative or governance-related functions, or duties reserved for regular faculty members, will be assigned
Pay Scale/Pay Level: Fixed monthly honorarium of Rs. 60,000. No other allowance or benefit is admissible.
- Leave is limited to 15 Casual Leaves and 02 Restricted Holidays in an academic year (or proportionate to the engagement period)
- No Leave Encashment, Gratuity, FMA, Medical Reimbursement, TA/DA, LTC or any other allowance
Application Fee: As per notification. No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process: Selection is based on a total of 100 marks, as given below.
- Bachelor’s Degree – 20 marks (pro-rata system)
- Master’s Degree – 20 marks (pro-rata system)
- Doctoral Degree – 10 marks (pro-rata system)
- University level academic awards such as University Gold Medal – 5 marks
- Publications – 10 marks (1 mark for each NAAS rating of 6 or above, and 0.5 mark for each NAAS rating below 6)
- PowerPoint presentation on any topic of the candidate’s choice, as an undergraduate teacher – 15 marks
- Performance in interview – 20 marks
The detailed subject/discipline-wise interview schedule will be intimated on the university website. Candidates must bring original certificates and testimonials for verification at the time of interview. The University may shortlist candidates on the basis of qualifications and documents submitted.
Important Dates:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application (By Hand/Post) | 31 October 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
| Walk-in/Interview Date | Not Applicable – Interview schedule will be intimated on the university website |
Apply Mode: Offline – By hand or by post
How to Apply for this Position? Interested candidates need to fill in the application form given with the notice (Annexure-A), attach self-attested copies of all certificates, publications and other documents, and send it by hand or post to the Dean, COVS, LUVAS, Hisar. Applications received after the last date will be rejected, and the University is not responsible for any postal delay.
Application Procedure:
- Fill in the prescribed application form (Annexure-A) completely, mentioning the position, discipline, category, qualifications, awards, NAAS-rated publications and experience
- Paste the latest passport-size coloured photograph (80% of the face visible) on the form and sign it
- Attach self-attested copies of all qualification certificates, date of birth proof, category certificate (if applicable), domicile proof and other supporting documents
- Submit a separate application form for each position, if applying for more than one
- Put the application in an envelope marked “Application for the position of Teaching Associate in the College of Veterinary Sciences vide Advt. No. LUVAS/COVS/TA/2026/01”
- Send it to The Dean, COVS, LUVAS, Hisar, Haryana-125004, so that it reaches by 31 October 2026, 5:00 PM
- Keep original certificates ready for verification at the interview, and check the university website regularly for the interview schedule
Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)
- Duly filled and signed application form (Annexure-A) with a latest passport-size coloured photograph
- Self-attested copies of Matriculation (10th), 10+2, Bachelor’s and Master’s mark sheets and certificates, and Ph.D. certificate, if any
- NET qualification certificate (ASRB, or UGC/CSIR where ASRB does not conduct NET), if any
- Certificate showing date of birth
- Aadhaar copy and proof of domicile
- Category certificate (OSC/DSC/BC-A/BC-B/EWS/ESM/PWD), where applying under a reserved category
- Haryana Residence Certificate and other supporting documents or testimonials mentioned in the application form
- University level academic awards and other awards, with proof
- List of NAAS-rated publications with proof of publication and NAAS rating
- Experience certificates, if any
- Medical certificate of fitness from the CMO of the university, at the time of joining
- Original certificates and testimonials, for verification at the interview
Important Links:
| Link Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | LUVAS Hisar COVS Teaching Associate Recruitment Notification (This link is taken from the institution official website) |
| Institution Official Website | www.luvas.edu.in |
| Application Link | Not Applicable – apply via offline mode only |
Disclaimer for Candidates: Candidates are requested to carefully read and review the official notification before applying, as the information above is presented for general reference only and the official advertisement shall be treated as final and authoritative in case of any discrepancy.
Institution address:
The Dean,
College of Veterinary Sciences,
Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (LUVAS),
Hisar – 125004,
Haryana, India.
Benefits of Joining LUVAS College of Veterinary Sciences:
- Opportunity to gain teaching experience at a veterinary and animal sciences university in Haryana
- Fixed monthly honorarium of Rs. 60,000
- Teaching exposure across disciplines such as Veterinary Medicine, Pathology, Parasitology, Surgery and Animal Nutrition
- Leave benefits of 15 Casual Leaves and 02 Restricted Holidays in an academic year
- Useful academic experience for future teaching and research careers
Frequently Asked Questions for Teaching Associate Recruitment
- What is the last date to apply?
31 October 2026, up to 05:00 PM. - How many vacancies are available?
There are 27 positions across 19 disciplines and units of the College of Veterinary Sciences. - How can candidates apply?
By sending the duly filled application form (Annexure-A) with self-attested documents by hand or post to the Dean, COVS, LUVAS, Hisar. - What is the required qualification?
A B.V.Sc. & A.H./B.V.Sc. degree and a Master’s degree in the relevant subject, with preference for a Ph.D. For the Agronomy/Plant Breeding position, a B.Sc. Agriculture degree is required. - What honorarium will be paid?
A fixed monthly honorarium of Rs. 60,000, with no other allowance or benefit. - Is there any age limit or age relaxation?
No age limit or age relaxation is mentioned in the notification. - What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a 100-mark scheme covering academic qualifications, awards, publications, a PowerPoint presentation and an interview. - Is there an application fee, and is it refundable?
No application fee is mentioned, and no refund policy is specified. - Can a candidate apply for more than one discipline?
Yes, but a separate application form must be submitted for each position. - Is this a permanent job?
No. The engagement is purely temporary and ends in June 2027, with no right to regularization or extension. Either side can end it with 15 days’ notice, and no TA/DA is paid for the interview.
This notification is a good opportunity for veterinary and animal science graduates with a Master’s degree to gain teaching experience at LUVAS Hisar. Eligible candidates should prepare the application form with self-attested documents and make sure it reaches the Dean’s office before 31 October 2026.
