GADVASU Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and More Posts

GADVASU Recruitment 2026 Overview

GADVASU Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Applications that are incomplete, not on the prescribed form, received after the due date, or received without the required fee will not be considered, as per the official notification.

GADVASU Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

As per the notification’s own section headings, Sr. No. 1–4 fall under Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, while Sr. No. 5–8 fall under College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul, Bathinda.

GADVASU Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility differs by post. A common requirement across all posts is that candidates must have passed the Matriculation examination in Punjabi Language (from the Punjab School Education Board or an equivalent recognized board/examination) on or before the last date of application submission.

1. GADVASU Registrar Eligibility

• Ph.D. in any branch of Veterinary Science/Animal Science/Fisheries
• 12 years’ experience in teaching/research/extension, including 5 years as Professor or equivalent
• Administrative experience in responsible teaching/research/extension posts, with demonstrated ability to organize and supervise; substantial contributions to teaching/research and scholarship

2. GADVASU Director of Research Eligibility

• Ph.D. in any branch of Veterinary and Animal Science (only for existing GADVASU faculty)
• 12 years’ experience in teaching/research/extension, including 5 years as Professor or equivalent
• Administrative experience and substantial contributions to teaching/research and scholarship

3. GADVASU Assistant Professor (Aquatic Environment Management) Eligibility

• B.F.Sc. with minimum OCPA of 5.50/10.00 or 55% marks
• M.F.Sc. in Aquatic Environment Management with minimum OCPA of 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks
• NET compulsory for Master’s-degree holders, along with one publication in a NAAS-rated refereed journal; NET can be waived for Ph.D. holders meeting UGC 2009 course-work and publication conditions specified in the notification
• Candidates with a relevant Ph.D. (without the required Master’s degree) are eligible if they scored minimum OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65% at Master’s level in the allied field

4. GADVASU Scientist (Dairy Technology) Eligibility

• B.Tech. (Dairy Technology/Food Technology) or B.Sc. (Agri.) with at least second division
• M.Tech. in Dairy Technology with minimum OCPA of 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks
• NET compulsory for Master’s-degree holders, along with one NAAS-rated refereed journal publication; NET exemption available for Ph.D. holders meeting the conditions specified in the notification

5. GADVASU Associate Professor (Veterinary Surgery & Radiology) Eligibility

• Ph.D. in Veterinary Surgery/Veterinary Surgery & Radiology
• Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with minimum OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks
• B.V.Sc. & A.H./B.V.Sc. with at least second division
• 8 years’ teaching/research/extension experience in Surgery & Radiology at Assistant Professor level or equivalent (Ph.D. period not counted)
• Minimum 5 research/policy publications in indexed/ISBN/ISSN journals or books

6. GADVASU Associate Professor (Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics) Eligibility

• Ph.D. in Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology & Obstetrics/Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics/Animal Gynaecology/Animal Reproduction
• Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with minimum OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks
• B.V.Sc. & A.H./B.V.Sc. with at least second division
• 8 years’ relevant teaching/research/extension experience at Assistant Professor level or equivalent (Ph.D. period not counted)
• Minimum 5 research/policy publications in indexed/ISBN/ISSN journals or books

7. GADVASU Associate Professor (Veterinary Medicine) Eligibility

• Ph.D. in Veterinary Medicine/Clinical Veterinary Medicine/Clinical Veterinary Medicine, Ethics & Jurisprudence
• Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with minimum OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks
• B.V.Sc. & A.H./B.V.Sc. with at least second division
• 8 years’ relevant teaching/research/extension experience at Assistant Professor level or equivalent (Ph.D. period not counted)
• Minimum 5 research/policy publications in indexed/ISBN/ISSN journals or books

8. GADVASU Assistant Professor (Veterinary Medicine) Eligibility

• B.V.Sc. & A.H./B.V.Sc. with at least second division from a VCI-recognized institute
• M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Medicine/Clinical Veterinary Medicine/Clinical Veterinary Medicine Ethics & Jurisprudence with minimum OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks
• NET compulsory for Master’s-degree holders, along with one NAAS-rated refereed journal publication; NET exemption available for Ph.D. holders meeting the conditions specified in the notification

The full notification also carries a detailed NET-exemption clause (for Ph.D. registrations prior to 11 July 2009) applicable to Assistant Professor-level posts; candidates relying on this exemption should refer to the official advertisement for the complete conditions.

GADVASU Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The notification specifies a general minimum age of entry of 18 years and a retirement age of 60 years for the University. A separate post-wise upper age limit for these 8 posts is not specified in the notification.

GADVASU Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

• Fee must be paid online only; no other payment mode is accepted
• The payment link will be active from 16.09.2026
• The downloaded payment receipt must be attached with the application form
• Fee once paid is non-refundable
• 50% fee exemption is available for Persons with Disabilities (PwD)

GADVASU Recruitment 2026 Salary / Pay Scale

NPA (Non-Practicing Allowance) is admissible as per University rules. Pay scales and service conditions follow applicable Punjab Government notifications. The notification does not specify a full in-hand/gross salary figure beyond these entry-level pay details.

GADVASU Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

• The University prepares a merit score card for each post based on qualifications, higher qualifications and experience
• The top 10 eligible candidates per post (by merit) are called for interview; for Assistant Professor-level posts, a presentation is also required
• Candidates must score at least 50% marks in the interview to be eligible for selection, where applicable
• No T.A./D.A. is paid for attending the interview or examination

How to Apply for GADVASU Recruitment 2026

1. Download the prescribed application form from the official website, www.gadvasu.in
2. Fill in all personal, educational and other required details correctly, including mobile number and email ID
3. Pay the application fee online once the payment link is active (from 16.09.2026) and download the payment receipt
4. Attach self-attested copies of all qualification, experience and (where applicable) Physically Handicapped certificates, along with the fee receipt
5. Attach a self-addressed envelope (9″x4″) with the application
6. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application form with the requisite fee for each post
7. Ensure the complete application is page-numbered, properly tagged and indexed
8. Send the completed application so that it reaches the University by the last date, 08.10.2026, up to 4:00 p.m.
9. In-service candidates must apply through proper channel; the advance copy must reach by 08.10.2026, and the proper-channel copy must reach the Registrar’s office by 21.10.2026, up to 4:00 p.m.

The notification does not provide a direct online application portal link; the application form must be downloaded and submitted physically, while only the fee payment is processed online.