Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala is inviting applications for the recruitment of 10 posts including Assistant Professor and other positions. The last date to apply for these vacancies is 15.11.2026.
Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 10 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor, Assistant Registrar, Superintendent, System Administrator, Programmer and other posts |
| Advt No | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 10 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Patiala, Punjab |
| Official Website | www.psou.ac.in |
Important Dates
The important dates for the application process are as follows:
| Online Application Start Date | 24.10.2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 15.11.2026 |
| Hard Copy Submission Last Date | 23.11.2026 |
Application Fee
The application fee varies by category as detailed below:
| Category | Fee |
| General Category | Rs. 2000/- plus 18% GST |
| SC/ST & PWD candidates | Rs. 1000/- plus 18% GST |
Age Limit
The age limit is as per UGC/Punjab Government Rules. The notification does not specify an age range or an “as on” date for any post.
Vacancy Details
The following table outlines the vacancies for each post as per Advertisement No. 01/2026:
| Post | Vacancies |
| Assistant Professor | 2 |
| Assistant Registrar | 1 |
| Superintendent | 2 |
| System Administrator | 1 |
| Programmer | 1 |
| Senior Assistant | 2 |
| Law Researcher (On Contract) | 1 |
| Total | 10 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Punjabi up to Matric Standard. The qualifications and experience required for each post are specified below.
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
| Assistant Professor | Master’s degree with 55% marks in the relevant subject plus NET/SLET/SET (or a Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations), OR a Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 | Counted in the Academic Score (2 marks per year, maximum 10) |
| Assistant Registrar | Master’s degree/L.L.B. with at least 55% (50% for SC/ST) marks from a recognized University | Five years of regular teaching/administrative experience, OR the 20-year university service route |
| Superintendent | Working Superintendent from State/Central Govt Institute/University OR 10 years of regular administrative experience, at least 5 years of it as Senior Assistant | Not specified |
| System Administrator | MCA/BE/B. Tech (CS/IT) or Equivalent with First Class from a recognized university | Minimum 10 years in programming/System administrator/Network Administrator/relevant field |
| Programmer | M.Sc. (IT)/M.C.A./B. Tech. (C.S.E.) or Equivalent with First Class from a recognized university | Minimum 3 years in Programming/relevant field |
| Senior Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institution, plus a computer course | Five years as clerk in University/college/educational institute |
| Law Researcher (On Contract) | LLB from a recognized University/Institution, and enrolment as an Advocate | Good drafting skills |
Salary and Pay Scale
The pay scales for the positions will be as prescribed by the UGC and/or the Government of Punjab. The specific salary details are not mentioned.
Selection Process
The selection process for the posts involves various stages. The details for the selection process of the Assistant Professor, Superintendent, and Senior Assistant are specified, while the process for other posts is not detailed.
- Application submission
- Screening of applications
- Interview or selection test (if applicable)
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online and also submit a hard copy of their application. The steps to apply are as follows:
- Visit the official website www.psou.ac.in.
- Register and fill in the online application form between 24 October 2026 and 15 November 2026.
- Upload your documents as specified in the notification.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Take FIVE printouts of the completed application form.
- Send the hard copy along with self-attested certificates to the Registrar by 5:00 pm on 23 November 2026.
- Keep a copy of the application and documents for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
No, freshers are not eligible for the posts that require prior experience, such as System Administrator, Programmer, Assistant Registrar, and Superintendent.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not specify if one candidate can apply for multiple posts.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates need to provide self-attested certificates along with their application, including educational and experience certificates.
Documents Required
- Photograph
- Signature
- ID proof
- Educational certificates
- Experience letters (if applicable)
- Punjab State Domicile Certificate or Punjab Residence Certificate (for reserved category candidates)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting the application without paying the fee.
- Not uploading the required documents.
- Missing the hard copy submission deadline.
- Applying under the wrong category.
- Incorrectly filling out personal details in the application form.
ਮੁੱਖ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ
- ਸੰਸਥਾ: ਜਗਤ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਟੇਟ ਓਪਨ ਯੂਨੀਵਰਸਿਟੀ, ਪਟਿਆਲਾ
- ਪਦ: ਸਹਾਇਕ ਪ੍ਰੋਫੈਸਰ, ਸਹਾਇਕ ਰਜਿਸਟਰਾਰ, ਸੁਪਰਇੰਟੈਂਡੈਂਟ ਅਤੇ ਹੋਰ
- ਕੁੱਲ ਪਦ: 10
- ਯੋਗਤਾ: MCA/BE/B. Tech (CS/IT) ਜਾਂ ਸਮਾਨ
- ਆਯੁ ਸੀਮਾ: UGC/ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਦੇ ਨਿਯਮਾਂ ਦੇ ਅਨੁਸਾਰ
- ਅੰਤਿਮ ਤਾਰੀਖ: 15.11.2026
- ਅਰਜ਼ੀ ਦੇਣ ਦਾ ਤਰੀਕਾ: ਆਨਲਾਈਨ
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: जगत गुरु नानक देव पंजाब स्टेट ओपन यूनिवर्सिटी, पटियाला
- पद: सहायक प्रोफेसर, सहायक रजिस्ट्रार, सुपरिंटेंडेंट और अन्य
- कुल पद: 10
- योग्यता: MCA/BE/B. Tech (CS/IT) या समकक्ष
- आयु सीमा: UGC/पंजाब सरकार के नियमों के अनुसार
- अंतिम तिथि: 15.11.2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन
