Overview
Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUAT), Pantnagar, has invited offline applications for 45 backlog teaching vacancies under Employment Notice No. A-32/2026. The recruitment drive covers Associate Professor and Assistant Professor positions in Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Community Science, Basic Sciences, Technology and Fisheries disciplines.
Eligible candidates must submit the prescribed application form through Speed Post or Registered Post by October 21, 2026. Applicants should carefully review the discipline-wise qualifications, experience requirements and reservation conditions before applying.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar |
| Post Name | Associate Professor and Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 45 backlog vacancies |
| Application Mode | Offline through Speed Post or Registered Post |
| Official Website | www.gbpuat.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | September 2026 |
| Last Date | October 21, 2026 |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should ensure that their completed application reaches the university by the closing date. Merely dispatching the form on the final day may not be sufficient if the university treats October 21 as the receipt deadline.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For Assistant Professor positions, candidates should generally possess a relevant master's degree with the minimum marks prescribed under applicable university, UGC, ICAR or other regulatory norms.
- Applicants may also need to have qualified NET, SLET or SET, wherever applicable. Candidates holding an eligible PhD may receive exemption from the eligibility test requirement subject to prevailing regulations.
- For Associate Professor posts, a PhD in the relevant or allied discipline, a strong academic record, prescribed teaching or research experience and the required research publications may be necessary.
- Qualifications for Veterinary Science, Technology, Fisheries and other professional disciplines will be governed by the standards of the relevant regulatory body.
- Candidates must check the post-wise and department-wise eligibility table in Employment Notice No. A-32/2026 before submitting the form. Degrees should be awarded by a recognised university or institution.
Age Limit
- The notification details provided do not specify a uniform minimum or maximum age limit for all teaching posts.
- Age requirements, where applicable, will be determined under GBPUAT and relevant regulatory rules.
- Relaxation for candidates belonging to reserved categories will apply as per government and university norms.
- Eligibility will ordinarily be calculated with reference to the closing date unless the detailed notice states otherwise.
Fees
- Candidates should refer to the detailed notification for the category-wise application fee, payment method and any exemption available.
- If payment is required through a demand draft or another offline instrument, applicants must attach the original payment proof in the prescribed manner.
- Applications submitted without the applicable fee or valid exemption documents may be rejected.
Selection Process
- Application screening: The university will examine applications to confirm academic qualifications, experience, publications, category status and other eligibility conditions.
- Interview or academic assessment: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview, presentation, seminar or another assessment prescribed for the concerned teaching position. No written examination date has been announced.
- Document verification and final selection: Original certificates will be verified before appointment. The final selection will be based on merit, reservation rules and the university's approved recruitment procedure.
How to Apply
- Visit the GBPUAT official website and open the recruitment or notices section.
- Download Employment Notice No. A-32/2026 and the prescribed application form for teaching posts.
- Read the vacancy table carefully and identify the correct post, discipline, department and reservation category.
- Complete the application form legibly. Enter the same name, date of birth and academic details appearing on official certificates.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, mark sheets, PhD or eligibility-test documents, experience certificates, publication details, category certificate, identity proof and other documents requested by the university.
- Add the application fee instrument or payment proof if it is applicable to the candidate's category.
- Place the completed form and enclosures in an envelope. Mention the post and discipline applied for on the envelope if instructed in the notification.
- Send the application through Speed Post or Registered Post to the university address printed in the official notice. Applications should not be sent to an unverified address.
- Retain a photocopy of the form, fee receipt and postal tracking number. Track the consignment to confirm delivery before October 21, 2026.
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FAQs
1. What is the last date for GBPUAT Recruitment 2026?
The completed offline application must reach the university by October 21, 2026, subject to the receipt conditions stated in the notification.
2. How many vacancies have been announced?
GBPUAT has announced 45 backlog vacancies for Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts across multiple academic disciplines.
3. Can candidates apply online?
No. The application mode is offline. Candidates must send the prescribed form and supporting documents through Speed Post or Registered Post.
