The minimum educational qualification required for this position is Ph.D (Science) or M.E./M.Tech (refer to the official notification for the exact discipline, stream or trade required). Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination may apply provisionally, provided they can produce the marksheet at the document verification stage.
The age limit is as per the official notification calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the notification. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories as per central government rules: OBC candidates get 3 additional years, SC/ST candidates get 5 years, and PwD candidates get up to 10 years of relaxation. Ex-servicemen and certain other reserved categories may receive further relaxation — verify against the official notification.
Nationality requirement: the candidate must be a citizen of India (or hold the eligibility documents specified by the recruiting body). Candidates domiciled in Punjab may be given preference in certain categories. Out-of-state candidates can still apply — see the notification for state-domicile requirements specific to this recruitment.
Application fee
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At a glance
OrganizationPanjab University, Chandigarh
CategoryLatest Jobs
Post / examPanjab University Project Scientist I 2026 – 1 Post
Total posts1
QualificationPh.D (Science) or M.E./M.Tech+
LocationPunjab
Pay scale₹56,000/month + HRA
Apply modeOnline
Last Date to Apply24 Jun 2026
Key highlights
Panjab University, Chandigarh has released the latest jobs update for Panjab University Project Scientist I 2026 – 1 Post.
1 total vacancies are on offer.
Last Date to Apply: 24 Jun 2026 — don't miss the deadline.
Apply or check online through the official portal — direct links are below.
Overview
The Panjab University, Chandigarh has released the Panjab University Project Scientist I 2026 – 1 Post recruitment on its official portal. A total of 1 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the Ph.D (Science) or M.E./M.Tech eligibility can apply through the official portal before 24 Jun 2026.
Selected candidates will be placed in the ₹56,000/month + HRA pay scale, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other applicable allowances as per government rules.
Always confirm the final details in the official notification — it is the binding source for eligibility, dates, and fees.
Why apply for this post
Panjab University, Chandigarh is among India's premier academic and research institutions. Roles here come with access to a high-quality research environment, structured technical training, exposure to senior faculty mentorship, and credentials valued across the academic and industrial sector after the tenure ends.
The starting pay scale for this post is ₹56,000/month + HRA. Salaries increase through annual increments and time-bound promotions, and the package includes Dearness Allowance (revised twice a year), House Rent Allowance based on posting city, and other government benefits applicable to the cadre.
Vacancy details
1
total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.
Salary / pay scale
₹56,000/month + HRA — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.
Vacancy breakdown (category-wise)
Project Scientist I1
Documents required
Completed application form (downloaded from cpr.puchd.ac.in)
Self-attested copy of Ph.D degree certificate or M.E./M.Tech degree certificate
Self-attested copies of all mark sheets
Experience certificates from R&D / academic / industry institutions
Recent passport-size photograph (self-attested)
Specimen signature
Self-attested copy of valid government-issued photo ID proof
Any published research papers or IPR-related documents (if applicable)
How to apply
The entire application is online — candidates register on the official portal, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee online, and download the confirmation. Follow the numbered steps below carefully, because once submitted most fields cannot be edited.
The Last Date to Apply for this application is 24 Jun 2026. We strongly recommend completing the application at least 2-3 days before the deadline — the official portal usually sees heavy load on the last day, and payment-gateway timeouts in the final hours can cause submissions to fail.
The application fee varies by category and is listed in the Application Fee section below. Payment can be made online using debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or any accepted digital wallet. Save the payment receipt — you will need it if the system requires manual verification.
1Download the official notification PDF and the application form from cpr.puchd.ac.in.
2Read all instructions and eligibility clauses carefully before filling in the form.
3Fill the application form completely and accurately with no blanks left unanswered.
4Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents — degrees, experience letters, ID proof, photograph, and signature.
5Place the complete application in a sealed envelope and send it by Speed Post or Registered Post to the address mentioned in the notification.
6Ensure the envelope is received at Panjab University by 24 Jun 2026. Retain a photocopy of the full application packet for your records.
Selection process
The selection process is conducted in 2 stages: Scrutiny & Shortlisting of Applications and Personal Interview. Candidates must clear each stage to be eligible for the next, and the final merit list is prepared on the combined performance across all stages. Detailed marking schemes, qualifying cut-offs, and any tie-breaker rules are listed in the official notification linked above.
Scrutiny & Shortlisting of ApplicationsPersonal Interview
Preparation tips
1Thoroughly review your Ph.D or M.Tech research work; be prepared to present key findings and methodologies during the interview.
2Refresh your knowledge of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) processes, patent filing, and technology transfer practices relevant to R&D institutions.
3Study current STI (Science, Technology & Innovation) policies of the Government of India, including DST and SERB guidelines.
4Prepare examples of your hands-on experience in industry-academia networks or collaborative R&D projects to discuss at the interview.
5Dispatch your application well before 24 Jun 2026 by Registered Post to avoid any last-minute postal delays.
The completed application must reach Panjab University by 24 Jun 2026. Since applications are sent by post, dispatch your envelope several days early to account for postal transit time.
You must hold a Ph.D in Science or a Master's degree in Engineering/Technology (M.E./M.Tech) from a recognised university, along with at least 1 year of R&D experience after Ph.D or 2 years after M.Tech/M.E.
The maximum age limit is 35 years. Refer to the official notification PDF on cpr.puchd.ac.in for details on any applicable age relaxation.
The selected candidate will be paid a consolidated monthly salary of ₹56,000 plus HRA as applicable. This is a contractual appointment.
No application fee is charged for any category — General, OBC, SC, or ST candidates all apply free of charge.
Panjab University will first shortlist eligible applicants based on their qualifications and experience, and then call shortlisted candidates for a personal interview. There is no written test.
Download the application form from cpr.puchd.ac.in, fill it in, attach self-attested copies of all required documents, and send the sealed envelope by Speed Post or Registered Post to the address in the notification, ensuring it arrives by 24 Jun 2026.
The official website for this recruitment is cpr.puchd.ac.in, which is the Centre for Promotion of Research at Panjab University, Chandigarh.
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