Central University of Punjab (CUP) Professor / Associate Professor Notification 2026 has been released on 12 May 2026 on the official website of Central University of Punjab. A total of 8 vacancies have been announced through the CUP Professor / Associate Professor Recruitment 2026.

Candidates with Master’s Degree and Ph.D. qualification as per UGC Regulations 2018 are eligible to apply for these Professor / Associate Professor vacancies. The online application process for CUP Professor / Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 has started and will remain open until 02 June 2026.

Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article

Central University of Punjab Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Company Name	Central University of Punjab
Post Name	Faculty
No of Posts	8
Salary	Rs. 131400 - 144200 Per Month
Qualification	Master’s degree and Ph.D
Age Limit	Max: 64 years
Last Date	02 June 2026
Apply Mode	Online
Job Type	Regular

Central University of Punjab Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates should download and read the Central University of Punjab Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.

Download Central University of Punjab Job 2026 Notification PDF

Central University of Punjab Vacancy Details 2026

Post Name	Total Posts
Professor (Applied Agriculture)	1
Associate Professor (Library & Information Science)	1
Professor (Mass Comm. & Media Studies)	1
Professor (Performing and Fine Arts)	1
Professor (Sociology)	1
Associate Professor (Public Policy & Governance)	1
Associate Professor (Centre for Partition and Atrocities Studies)	1
Associate Professor (Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Centre of Studies in Indic Civilization and Religious Studies)	1
Total	8

Eligibility Criteria

Professor (Applied Agriculture): Master’s degree and Ph.D. degree in Food Technology / Food Science & Technology / Food Processing Technology / Food Processing Engineering.
Associate Professor (Library & Information Science): As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education, 2018.
Professor (Mass Comm. & Media Studies): As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education, 2018.
Professor (Performing and Fine Arts): As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education, 2018.
Professor (Sociology): As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education, 2018.
Associate Professor (Public Policy & Governance): As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education, 2018.
Associate Professor (Centre for Partition and Atrocities Studies): As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education, 2018.
Associate Professor (Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Centre of Studies in Indic Civilization and Religious Studies): As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education, 2018.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General/OBC	Rs. 750/-
SC/ST	Nil
Women	Nil

Age Limit

Maximum Age Limit: 64 years

Salary / Stipend

Professor: Entry pay of Rs. 144200/- in the Academic Pay level 14 as per 7th CPC.
Associate Professor: Entry pay of Rs. 131400/- in the Academic Pay level 13A as per 7th CPC.

Central University of Punjab Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Date	12 May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	02 June 2026

Selection Process

Presentation/Seminar/Interview

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online on or before 02-06-2026.
To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of Central University of Punjab to complete the application.
Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Central University of Punjab Recruitment 2026 - Important Links

Link Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click here
Official Website	Click here

Central University of Faculty Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for the Central University of Punjab recruitment?

The last date to apply online for the Professor and Associate Professor posts at the Central University of Punjab is 02 June 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before this deadline.

Q2. How many vacancies are available for Professor and Associate Professor posts?

There are a total of 8 vacancies for Professor and Associate Professor positions announced by the Central University of Punjab in this recruitment drive.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for the Professor (Applied Agriculture) post?

For the Professor (Applied Agriculture) post, candidates must possess a Master’s degree and a Ph.D. degree in Food Technology, Food Science & Technology, Food Processing Technology, or Food Processing Engineering.

Q4. What is the age limit for the advertised posts?

The maximum age limit for all the advertised posts is 64 years. Specific age relaxations may apply as per government rules, which can be found in the official notification.

Q5. What is the application fee for General/OBC category candidates?

The application fee for candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories is Rs. 750/-. SC/ST and Women candidates are exempted from paying any application fee.

Q6. What is the selection process for these positions?

The selection process for the Professor and Associate Professor positions at the Central University of Punjab will involve a Presentation/Seminar followed by an Interview.

Q7. What is the salary offered for the Professor and Associate Professor posts?

Professors will receive an entry pay of Rs. 144200/- in Academic Pay level 14, while Associate Professors will get an entry pay of Rs. 131400/- in Academic Pay level 13A, as per the 7th CPC.

Q8. Is there any relaxation in the upper age limit?

The official notification mentions a maximum age limit of 64 years. Details regarding age relaxation for reserved categories are usually provided in the detailed advertisement.

Q9. What is the mode of application for this recruitment?

All eligible candidates must apply online for the Central University of Punjab recruitment. The application link and further instructions are available on the official website.

Q10. Where can I find the official notification for this recruitment?

The official notification PDF for the Central University of Punjab recruitment can be downloaded from the Important Links section provided in this article. It contains all the detailed information.

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