Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya (ANDUAT), Uttar Pradesh, has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Assistant Professor with a total of 224 vacancies. The last date for submitting applications is 5 December 2026.
Acharya Narendra Deva University Assistant Professor 2026: 224 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya (ANDUAT), Uttar Pradesh |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (Aquatic Environment Management), Assistant Professor (Aquaculture), Assistant Professor (Fisheries Processing Technology) and 9 more |
| Advt No | 15/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 224 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | College of Fisheries, College of Horticulture & Forestry, Mahamaya College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Ambedkarnagar |
| Official Website | nduat.org |
Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the application process.
| Advertisement date | 3 November 2026 |
| Link available for downloading the application form | 3 November 2026 |
| Closing date for submission of application form (up to 5.00 PM) | 5 December 2026 |
Application Fee
The application fee varies based on the category of the applicant.
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR/OBC & EWS | Rs. 1500 |
| SC/ST & PWD | Rs. 750 |
| Applicants of previous Advertisement No. 3/2025 | Exempted |
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is specified below. Age relaxation is applicable for certain categories.
| Post | Age Limit |
| All Posts | 18 to 40 years |
Age relaxation for OBC, SC, ST, and PWD is 5 years.
Vacancy Details
The following table outlines the vacancies available for each post.
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
| Assistant Professor (Aquatic Environment Management) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Assistant Professor (Aquaculture) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Fisheries Processing Technology) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Fisheries Resource Management) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Post Harvest Technology) | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Assistant Professor (Floriculture & Landscaping) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Assistant Professor (Vegetable Science) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences – Chemistry) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences – Civil Engineering) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Soil and Water Conservation Engineering) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Process and Food Engineering) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Irrigation and Drainage Engineering) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks, along with NET/SLET/SET qualification or a Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016. Alternatively, candidates with a Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 (QS/THE/ARWU) are also eligible. The basic qualifications include B.F.Sc., B.Sc. Horticulture/Agriculture, B.Sc. (PCM/PCB/ZBC) or BE/B.Tech. with 55% as per the post requirements.
| Post | Qualification |
| All Posts | Master’s degree with 55% + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. |
Salary and Pay Scale
The selected candidates will be offered a salary as per the 7th CPC Academic Scale Level 10.
| Pay Scale | Rationalized entry pay of Rs. 57,700 |
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of two phases. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic score and a written test, followed by a presentation and interview.
- Phase I: Shortlisting based on Academic Score (100) and Written Test (40).
- Phase II: Presentation (20) and Interview (10).
- Final selection based solely on Phase II performance.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must follow the steps outlined below to apply for the positions.
- Download the prescribed application form from the university website www.nduat.org.
- Attach a Demand Draft of the fee in favour of Comptroller, ANDUAT, payable at SBI, ANDUAT branch PITHLA (06925).
- Enclose all requisite documents and two self-addressed envelopes with Rs. 56/- postage stamps.
- Write ‘Application Form for the post of …, serial no of post … (Ref: Advt. No. … and Last date …)’ on top of the envelope.
- Send by Registered/Speed Post only to Director, Administration and Monitoring, ANDUAT, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, 224 229 (U.P.); must reach by 05.12.2026 up to 5.00 PM.
- Employed persons apply through proper channel; proper-channel copy must reach within 30 days after the closing date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, candidates can apply for multiple posts as long as they meet the eligibility criteria for each post.
On which date is the age calculated?
Age is calculated as on the last date of submission of the application form, which is 5 December 2026.
What documents are needed during verification?
Candidates should have their educational certificates, application form, and identity proof during verification.
Documents Required
- Application form
- Demand Draft
- Educational certificates
- Identity proof
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Experience letters (if applicable)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting the application form without the required documents.
- Not writing the correct post name and serial number on the envelope.
- Failing to pay the application fee.
- Using an incorrect photo size in the application form.
- Applying under the wrong category.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: आचार्य नरेंद्र देव कृषि एवं प्रौद्योगिकी विश्वविद्यालय, कुमर्गंज, अयोध्या
- पद: सहायक प्रोफेसर
- कुल पद: 224
- योग्यता: मास्टर डिग्री और NET/SLET/SET या Ph.D.
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 40 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 5 दिसंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन, पंजीकृत/स्पीड पोस्ट द्वारा
