PSOU Recruitment 2026: 10 Teaching & Non-Teaching Posts

Introduction

Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (PSOU), Patiala, has announced a significant recruitment drive for various Teaching and Non-Teaching positions under Advertisement No. 01/2026. This is a for eligible candidates to secure a government job in Punjab. The university is inviting online applications for a total of 10 vacancies across several posts, including Assistant Professor, Assistant Registrar, Superintendent, System Administrator, Programmer, Senior Assistant, and Law Researcher. The application process is entirely online, with specific deadlines for registration and submission of hard copies. Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, and application fees before proceeding. The official notification provides detailed information on each post, including the required qualifications and selection methodology, particularly for teaching positions which involve academic score evaluation and interviews. Ensure all details are accurately filled in the online application form, as the applicant is solely responsible for the authenticity of the submitted information. The last date to apply online is November 15, 2026, and the hard copy submission deadline is November 23, 2026. For complete details, always refer to the official notification.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

A total of 10 vacancies are available for various Teaching and Non-Teaching posts:

• Assistant Professor (History): 01 [Gen]
• Assistant Registrar (Public Administration): 01 [Gen]
• Superintendent: 01 [SC]
• System Administrator: 02 [GEN-01, SC-01]
• Programmer: 01 [GEN]
• Senior Assistant: 01 [SC]
• Law Researcher (On Contract): 02 [GEN (W)-01, GEN-01]

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

For Teaching Posts (Assistant Professor):

• A Master's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in the relevant subject from an Indian University or an equivalent foreign university degree.
• Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or a similar accredited test (SLET/SET).
• Exemptions from NET/SLET/SET are available for candidates awarded a Ph.D. Degree as per UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016, subject to fulfilling specific conditions (regular mode, thesis evaluation by two external examiners, open viva voce, publication of two research papers, presentation of two papers based on Ph.D. work).
• Ph.D. degree holders from foreign universities ranked among the top 500 in QS, THE, or ARWU are also eligible.
• A relaxation of 5% in marks is allowed for SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy Layer)/Differently abled candidates at Bachelor's and Master's levels.
• A relaxation of 5% (to 50%) is provided for Ph.D. Degree holders who obtained their Master's Degree before 19 September 1991.
• Punjabi passed up to Matric Standard is essential.

For Non-Teaching Posts:

Specific qualifications and experience for posts like Superintendent, System Administrator, Programmer, Senior Assistant, and Law Researcher are detailed in the official notification. For instance, a candidate with not less than 20 years of service in the University, including at least 1 year as Superintendent/Personal Assistant or higher, may be eligible for the Superintendent post irrespective of other qualifications.

Note: A minimum of 55% marks at the Master's level is essential for direct recruitment of teachers and equivalent cadres.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age limit for candidates will be as per UGC/Punjab Government Rules. Specific age limits and relaxation details are not provided in the supplied notification.

Application Fee

Candidates are required to deposit the prescribed application fee through Online Mode only. The fee is non-refundable.

• General Category: Rs. 2000/- plus 18% GST
• SC/ST & PWD Candidates: Rs. 1000/- plus 18% GST

Important Note: SC/ST and PWD candidates who are not domiciled in the State of Punjab must pay the application fee applicable to the General Category. Reserved category candidates must upload their Punjab State Domicile Certificate/Punjab Residence Certificate issued by the Competent Authority.

Salary and Pay Scale

The appointed candidates will be paid salary in accordance with the pay scales prescribed by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and/or the Government of Punjab, as amended from time to time.

Selection Process

For Teaching Posts (Assistant Professor): The selection process involves short-listing of candidates based on their Academic Score, which is calculated as per Appendix II, Table 3A of UGC Regulations 2018. This score includes marks for Graduation, Post-Graduation, M.Phil., Ph.D., NET/SLET/SET, Research Publications, Teaching/Post Doctoral Experience, and Awards. The final selection will be based on the performance in the interview.

For Non-Teaching Posts: The selection process for non-teaching posts is not specified in the supplied notification.

Application Procedure

Candidates must apply online through the official website of Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala. The application process involves the following steps:

1. Visit the official website and navigate to the recruitment section.
2. Read the detailed Advertisement No. 01/2026 carefully to ensure eligibility.
3. Click on the 'Apply Online' link.
4. Fill in all the mandatory columns and fields in the online application form accurately, especially academic and research scores.
5. Upload all required self-attested documents, including educational qualifications, experience certificates, and category certificates if applicable.
6. Pay the prescribed application fee online.
7. After submitting the online application, take a printout of the application form.
8. Submit the hard copy of the online application along with supporting documents to the Registrar, Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Mohindra Kothi, Fountain Chownk Patiala (Punjab) by the specified deadline.

Important: Submission of the hard copy is mandatory.

Required Documents

Candidates are required to submit the following documents along with the hard copy of the online application:

• Self-attested copies of all certificates of Educational/Professional Qualifications (Degrees and DMC's with conversion formula of CGPA/OGPA).
• Experience certificate(s), if applicable.
• Reserve category certificate (Reservation certificate issued by the competent authority as proof of claiming the reserved category as made in the online application form), if applicable.
• Punjab State Domicile Certificate/Punjab Residence Certificate (for SC/ST/PWD candidates not domiciled in Punjab).

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

• Read the Notification Carefully: Before applying, thoroughly read the official notification to understand all eligibility criteria, post details, and instructions.
• Authenticity of Information: Applicants are solely responsible for the authenticity of the information provided in the online application form. Any discrepancy found later may lead to termination of services.
• Category Certificates: Reserved category candidates must ensure they upload valid Punjab State Domicile Certificates or Punjab Residence Certificates issued by the competent authority. Candidates not domiciled in Punjab but belonging to reserved categories in other states will be treated as General Category.
• Hard Copy Submission: The submission of the hard copy of the online application along with supporting documents is mandatory and must reach the Registrar by the specified deadline.
• Application Fee: Ensure the application fee is paid through the online mode only. The fee is non-refundable.
• Academic/Research Scores: For teaching posts, accurately fill in all details related to academic and research scores as per UGC guidelines.
• Technical Assistance: For any technical assistance regarding the online application form, candidates can contact via email at the address provided in the notification.

Official Notification and Application Links

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the PSOU Recruitment 2026?
A1: The last date for online registration and submission of applications is 15 November 2026. The hard copy must be submitted by 23 November 2026.

Q2: What is the application fee for the General category?
A2: The application fee for the General category is Rs. 2000/- plus 18% GST.

Q3: Are candidates from other states eligible for reserved category benefits?
A3: No, SC/ST and PWD candidates who are not domiciled in the State of Punjab will have to pay the application fee as applicable to the General Category.

Q4: How is the selection done for the Assistant Professor post?
A4: Candidates are short-listed based on their academic score and then selected through an interview.