Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh has released its latest notification inviting applications for faculty positions for the year 2025. This recruitment drive focuses on hiring Assistant Professors in a range of departments and constituent colleges, giving eligible candidates a significant opportunity to join a leading academic institution.
📌 Institution Details
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Name: Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh
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Location: Chandigarh, India
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Official Recruitment Portal: onlinejobs.puchd.ac.in
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Advertisement Reference: Advertisement No. 1/2025 (for Assistant Professors)
🧑🏫 Vacancy Details
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Post: Assistant Professor
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Departments: Various subjects across the university’s constituent colleges and centers
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Number of Posts: 83 (as per the latest notification)
Typical Subjects may include:
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Computer Science & Engineering, IT
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Commerce, Management
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English, Hindi, Social Sciences
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Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
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Psychology, Sociology
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Education & Physical Education
(Exact list will be as per the official advertisement.)
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
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A Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with minimum required marks (usually 55%)
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PhD / NET / SET qualification preferred/required as per UGC norms & university rules
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Good academic record, research publications or strong subject knowledge will be an added advantage.
💰 Salary / Pay Scale
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Salary will be as per UGC / university norms for Assistant Professors.
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Additional allowances and benefits as per institutional policy.
🗓 Important Dates
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Opening of Online Application: 21 April 2025
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Last Date to Apply Online: 27 May 2025 (for some posts)
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Last Date for Hard-Copy Submission (if required): 2 June 2025 (upto 4:00 PM)
📝 Application Process
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Visit the official recruitment portal of Panjab University: onlinejobs.puchd.ac.in
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Register and fill out the online application form for the relevant advertisement.
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Upload required documents such as educational certificates, CV, research publications (if applicable).
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Forward/submit the required hard-copy set of documents (if specified) to the office of Deputy Registrar (Estt.), Panjab University, within the timeline.
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Retain a copy of the submitted form for your records.
🌟 Why Join Panjab University?
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It is a central university with a strong reputation in India.
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Offers a vibrant academic and research environment—ideal for teaching and scholarly growth.
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Access to quality infrastructure, multidisciplinary departments, and diverse student body.
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A career at PU offers stability, prestige and the potential to grow as a scholar-teacher.
🧐 FAQs
Q. Can fresh postgraduates apply?
A. Yes, if they meet the basic eligibility (Master’s, required percentage, etc). Check the specific advertisement for age/experience criteria.
Q. Is NET or PhD mandatory for all posts?
A. PhD or NET/SET is commonly required or preferred; however, some cases may allow exceptions per UGC/university rules. Always verify in the official advertisement.
Q. Where will the job be posted?
A. The posting will be at Panjab University, Chandigarh or its constituent colleges/institutes as specified in the advertisement.
