Key Takeaways
- Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) seeks candidates for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in Food Science and Technology, focusing on ultrasound technologies.
- The fellowship offers a monthly salary of up to ₹37,000, with a deadline for applications set for 15th September 2025.
- Eligibility includes relevant Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, with NET qualification preferred for a higher salary tier.
Job Details and Application Process
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), located in Ludhiana, is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Food Science and Technology. This role is part of a project aimed at utilizing ultrasound technologies to enhance the quality and shelf life of whole wheat products.
The selected candidate will receive a monthly stipend of ₹37,000, inclusive of a 16% HRA, for those with NET qualifications, or ₹26,000 for those without. The duration of the fellowship is six months, or until the project concludes, whichever happens first.
Candidates interested in applying must meet specific educational criteria. A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (Hons.), Horticulture (Hons.), Food Science and Technology, Food Technology, Nutrition and Dietetics, or Life Science is necessary, with a requirement of at least 60% marks (OCPA 6.00/10.00). For Master’s candidates, a degree in Food Technology or related fields with a minimum of 65% marks (OCPA 6.50/10.00) is required.
In addition to educational qualifications, candidates with NET qualifications will be considered for the higher salary. Those holding a Ph.D. in relevant disciplines are exempt from the NET requirement.
Applications need to be submitted using the prescribed form, which can be obtained from the Department office between 9 AM to 5 PM. Along with the application, candidates must include a bank draft of ₹200 in favor of the Comptroller, PAU, Ludhiana, and attested copies of all relevant certificates.
The application deadline is 15th September 2025, and interviews are scheduled for 23rd September 2025 at 11:00 AM in the Department of Food Science and Technology. It’s important to note that no travel or accommodation allowances (TA/DA) will be provided for attending the interview.
Ph.D. graduates in related fields are eligible to apply even without a Master’s degree, provided they meet the marks criteria. Furthermore, candidates with a doctoral degree maintaining a minimum OCPA of 6.50/10.00 are exempt from the NET requirement.
For more information, refer to the official notification.
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