Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (JGND PSOU), Patiala, has released an official recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. 01/2026) for 10 Teaching and Non-Teaching vacancies. The positions offered include Assistant Professor in History and Public Administration, Assistant Registrar, Superintendent, System Administrator, Programmer, Senior Assistant, and Law Researcher. Qualified candidates can submit their applications online through the university portal at psou.ac.in.
Candidates possessing relevant qualifications such as a Master’s Degree with UGC NET or Ph.D., B.E./B.Tech, MCA, LLB, or a Bachelor’s Degree can apply. Passing Punjabi up to the Matriculation standard is a mandatory requirement for these posts. The online registration window is active from 24 October 2026 to 15 November 2026, and physical hard copies of the application must reach the university campus by 23 November 2026. Read below for detailed information on post-wise eligibility, application fees, age criteria, and submission steps.
JGND PSOU Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| University Name | Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (JGND PSOU), Patiala |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 01/2026 |
| Post Categories | Teaching and Non-Teaching Cadres |
| Total Vacancies | 10 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Registration & Offline Hard Copy Submission |
| Online Application Start Date | 24 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Receipt | 23 November 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Probation Period | 03 Years (for regular appointments) |
| Official Website | psou.ac.in |
Important Dates for JGND PSOU Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 24 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee | 15 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Physical Hard Copies | 23 November 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Exam and Interview Schedule | To be announced soon |
Application Fee Details
The application fee must be paid through the online payment gateway integrated with the portal:
- General Category: Rs. 2,000/- + 18% GST (Total Rs. 2,360/-)
- SC, ST, and PwD (Punjab Domicile only): Rs. 1,000/- + 18% GST (Total Rs. 1,180/-)
- SC, ST, and PwD (Other States): Rs. 2,360/- (Treated under General Category)
- The application fee is strictly non-refundable.
JGND PSOU Vacancy and Eligibility Details 2026
| Post Name | Category | Posts | Educational Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (History) | General | 01 | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) in History + UGC/CSIR NET qualified OR Ph.D. degree as per UGC regulations. |
| Assistant Professor (Public Administration) | General | 01 | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) in Public Administration + UGC/CSIR NET qualified OR Ph.D. degree as per UGC regulations. |
| Assistant Registrar | SC | 01 | Master’s Degree or LL.B. with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) plus 5 years of administrative or teaching experience in a university/college. |
| Superintendent | GEN: 1, SC: 1 | 02 | Working Superintendent OR 10 years regular administrative experience in a university or government department, including 5 years as Senior Assistant. |
| System Administrator | General | 01 | First class MCA or B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT with 10 years practical experience in system management or programming. |
| Programmer | SC | 01 | First class M.Sc. (IT), MCA, or B.Tech (CSE) with a minimum of 3 years of software development and programming experience. |
| Senior Assistant | GEN (Women): 1, GEN: 1 | 02 | Bachelor’s Degree + 120 hours Computer course or DOEACC ‘O’ Level + 5 years clerical experience + English and Punjabi typing at 30 wpm. |
| Law Researcher (Contract) | Open | 01 | LL.B. degree from a recognized university along with active enrollment with the Bar Council of India or State Bar Council. |
| Total Vacancies | 10 | Posts across teaching and non-teaching cadres | |
Age Limit and Language Criteria
- Age Limit: As per UGC regulations and Punjab Government rules.
- Age Relaxation: Standard upper age relaxations are granted to SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates of Punjab as per state government policy.
- Compulsory Punjabi Requirement: All candidates must have passed Punjabi language up to Matriculation (Class 10) standard or equivalent.
Selection Process for Teaching and Non-Teaching Posts
The evaluation method differs according to the nature of the applied post:
- Assistant Professor: Initial shortlisting based on Academic and Research Score as per UGC 2018 guidelines, followed by a Personal Interview.
- Senior Assistant: Typing speed test in Punjabi (Raavi font) and English at 30 words per minute, followed by a computer practical test.
- Other Non-Teaching Positions: Written competitive examination or skill evaluation followed by an interview.
- Document verification of original academic, caste, and experience certificates before final appointment.
How to Apply for JGND PSOU Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official portal of JGND PSOU at www.psou.ac.in and open the Recruitment section.
- Register online by entering your name, email address, and mobile number.
- Pay the required application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Fill in your educational qualifications, past work experience, and research credentials (for teaching posts).
- Upload clear scanned copies of your passport photograph and signature in JPG format (up to 150 KB).
- Review the complete application form and submit it online before the deadline of 15 November 2026.
- Mandatory Hard Copy Submission: Take FIVE printouts of the submitted online form, paste the same passport photograph on each copy, and attach one set of self-attested photocopies of all academic marks sheets, degree certificates, 10th Punjabi passing proof, category certificate, and experience letters.
- Send the entire application packet by Speed Post, Registered Post, or submit by hand to the address below:
Postal Address:
The Registrar,
Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University,
Mohindra Kothi, Fountain Chowk,
Patiala – 147001, Punjab
The complete set of physical hard copies must reach the university office on or before 23 November 2026 by 05:00 PM.
Important Links
- Apply Online Link: Click Here
- Download Notification PDF: Click Here
- Official Website: psou.ac.in
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