ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026: 9 Posts

Introduction

Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology (ANDUAT), Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, has announced a significant recruitment drive for the post of Professor. This opportunity is for Indian Nationals seeking to contribute to academic excellence in various disciplines across its colleges. The university is inviting applications for a total of nine Professor positions. Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, application procedure, and important dates outlined in the official notification. The application process is strictly offline, requiring submission via Registered or Speed Post. The last date to submit your application is December 5, 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies in specialized fields within the College of Community Science, College of Horticulture & Forestry, Mahamaya College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, and College of Fisheries. Detailed information regarding qualifications, experience, and application fees is provided below. Always refer to the official notification for the most accurate and complete details.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

A total of 9 vacancies are announced for the post of Professor. The category-wise distribution is as follows:

• College of Community Science: Food Science & Nutrition - 1 (UR)
• College of Horticulture & Forestry: Fruit Science - 1 (OBC), Post Harvest Technology - 1 (SC), Floriculture & Landscaping - 1 (UR)
• Mahamaya College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Ambedkarnagar: Soil & Water Conservation Engineering - 1 (UR), Irrigation & Drainage Engineering - 1 (UR)
• College of Fisheries: Fisheries Extension, Economics and Statistics - 1 (OBC), Fisheries Resource Management - 1 (UR)

Note: UR = Unreserved, SC = Scheduled Caste, OBC = Other Backward Class. Horizontal reservation for PWD, Dependent of freedom fighter, women and ex-servicemen will be applied as per Uttar Pradesh State Government rules. Specific vacancy counts for ST, EWS, and PWD categories are not detailed in the provided notification text.

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

To be eligible for the Professor post, candidates must meet the following academic and experience requirements:

• A Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade).
• An eminent scholar with a Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
• Published work of high quality, actively engaged in research with evidence of published work.
• A minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed/NAAS rated journals.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, with at least two years as Associate Professor or equivalent in a specified pay scale.
• Alternatively, research experience at an equivalent level at the University/National Level Institutions with evidence of successfully guiding doctoral candidates.
• A total research score of 120 as per the criteria given in Appendix II of Table 2.

• An outstanding professional with a Ph.D. degree in the relevant/allied/applied disciplines from any academic institution or industry, who has made significant contributions supported by documentary evidence, provided they have ten years of experience.
• Scientist of CGIAR or Centers of other international organizations with a minimum of 10 years of Post-Ph.D. research or Academic Experience, drawing a consolidated salary/honorarium of $50,000/- per annum or equivalent.

Candidates must also possess a Master's degree in the relevant discipline as specified for each post:

• Food Science & Nutrition: Master's degree in Home Science / Community Science / Food Nutrition and Dietetics with Specialization in Food Science and Nutrition/Food Nutrition & Dietetics/Food and Nutrition/Food Policies and Public Health Nutrition.
• Fruit Science: Master's degree in Fruit Science / Pomology / Horticulture / Agriculture with specialization in Fruit Science/ Fruit Crop Improvement & Genetic Resources/Fruit Tree Nutrition.
• Post Harvest Technology: Master's degree in Post-Harvest Management / Technology / Horticulture with specialization in Post-Harvest Technology / Agriculture with specialization in Post-Harvest Management/Technology.
• Floriculture & Landscaping: Master's degree in Floriculture and Landscaping / Horticulture with specialization in Floriculture and Landscaping / Agriculture with specialization in Floriculture and Landscaping.
• Soil & Water Conservation Engineering: Master of Technology in Soil & Water Conservation Engineering / Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering with specialization in Soil & Water Conservation Engineering.
• Irrigation & Drainage Engineering: Master of Technology in Irrigation & Drainage Engineering / Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering with specialization in Irrigation & Drainage Engineering.
• Fisheries Extension, Economics and Statistics: Master of Fisheries Science (M.F.Sc.) in Fisheries Extension/Agriculture Extension/Extension Education/Fisheries Economics/Agriculture Economics /Agriculture Statistics/Fisheries Statistics/ Fisheries Business Management.
• Fisheries Resource Management: Master of Fisheries Science (M.F.Sc.) in Fisheries Resource Management/Fishery Biology.

The service conditions including pay matrix level and age of superannuation shall be as per Government of Uttar Pradesh rules.

Age Limit and Relaxation

There is no upper age limit for the post of Professor. The eligibility criteria, including age, will be determined with respect to the closing date of application, which is 05 December 2026.

Application Fee

Candidates are required to submit a Demand Draft along with their application form. The application fee details are as follows:

• For UR/OBC & EWS candidates: Rs. 1500/-
• For SC/ST & PWD candidates: Rs. 750/-

The Demand Draft should be in favour of "Comptroller, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology (ANDUAT), Kumarganj, Ayodhya-224 229" and payable at "SBI, ANDUAT, branch PITHLA (06925)". Bank charges in addition to the specified application fee shall be borne by the candidate. No concession in application fee is admissible to SC/ST candidates of other states. Applicants applying for more than one post must submit separate application forms with the required fee for each post.

Note: Applicants who applied under the previous advertisement (No. 1/2025) are exempted from paying the application fee but can upgrade their application by providing previous application reference.

Salary and Pay Scale

The post of Professor will be filled at Academic Scale Level 14 (as per 7th Central Pay Commission) with a rationalized entry pay of Rs. 1,44,200/-. The service conditions, including the pay matrix level and age of superannuation, will be as per the Government of Uttar Pradesh rules.

Selection Process

The official notification does not explicitly detail the selection process. However, based on the general instructions and the nature of recruitment for academic positions, it is understood that candidates will likely be shortlisted based on their qualifications and experience. Shortlisted candidates will then be called for an interview. Candidates may be asked to submit their Form 16 and ITR of previous years for verification of claimed experience.

Application Procedure

Interested and eligible candidates must follow these steps to apply:

1. Download Application Form: Obtain the prescribed application form from the university website: www.nduat.org.
2. Fill Application Form: Complete the application form accurately with all required details.
3. Prepare Demand Draft: Draw a Demand Draft for the applicable application fee in favour of "Comptroller, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology (ANDUAT), Kumarganj, Ayodhya-224 229" payable at "SBI, ANDUAT, branch PITHLA (06925)".
4. Gather Documents: Attach all necessary self-attested documents, including the Demand Draft, educational certificates, experience certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and any other relevant testimonials.
5. Send Application: Send the dully filled application form along with all requisite documents and the Demand Draft via Registered/Speed Post only. Applications by hand will not be accepted.

Postal Address:

Director,
Administration and Monitoring,
Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology,
Kumarganj, Ayodhya, 224 229 (U.P.) India.

Important Note: Clearly mention "Application Form for the post of Professor (Serial No. of Post) (Ref: Advt. No: 13/2026)" on the top of the envelope containing the application form.

Applications must reach the university on or before 05 December 2026, up to 5:00 PM positively.

Required Documents

Candidates are required to submit the following documents along with their application form:

• Duly filled application form.
• Demand Draft for the prescribed application fee.
• Self-attested copies of all requisite certificates and testimonials.
• SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD candidates must attach the necessary certificate(s).
• Latest OBC and EWS certificates are required for candidates claiming benefits under these categories.
• For experience verification, candidates may be asked to submit their Form 16 and ITR of previous years/periods of claimed experiences.

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

• Application Mode: Ensure your application is sent only via Registered Post or Speed Post. Applications submitted by hand will be rejected.
• Deadline: Applications must reach the university by 5:00 PM on 05 December 2026. Postal delays are the candidate's responsibility.
• Envelope Superscription: Clearly write "Application Form for the post of Professor (Serial No. of Post) (Ref: Advt. No: 13/2026)" on the top of the envelope. Failure to do so may lead to the application being overlooked.
• Separate Applications: If applying for more than one post, submit a separate application form with the required fee for each post.
• Fee Payment: Ensure the Demand Draft is correctly drawn in favour of the specified authority and payable at the correct branch. Bank charges are to be borne by the candidate.
• Eligibility Verification: All qualifications, eligibility conditions, and age will be determined as of the closing date of application (05 December 2026). Ensure you meet all criteria by this date.
• Previous Applicants: Those who applied under Advertisement No. 1/2025 are exempt from the fee but must provide reference to upgrade their application.
• Category Certificates: SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates must submit valid and latest certificates. No concession is available for SC/ST candidates from other states.

Official Notification and Application Links

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Professor posts at ANDUAT?
A1: The last date to submit your application is 05 December 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

Q2: Is there an age limit for this recruitment?
A2: No, there is no upper age limit for the Professor posts.

Q3: How should I pay the application fee?
A3: The application fee must be paid through a Demand Draft in favour of the Comptroller, ANDUAT, payable at SBI, ANDUAT, branch PITHLA.

Q4: Can I apply by hand?
A4: No, applications by hand will not be accepted. Applications must be sent via Registered/Speed Post only.

Q5: What are the minimum qualifications required?
A5: A Master's Degree with at least 55% marks, a Ph.D. degree, 10 years of teaching/research experience, and 10 research publications are the minimum requirements.