Maharana Pratap Horticultural University Karnal 33 Officer/Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026

Recruitment Overview

• Maharana Pratap Horticultural University (MHU), Karnal, established under Haryana Act No. 32 of 2016, has released an official notification (Advt. No. 02/2026) for the recruitment of Officers and Teaching Faculty on a regular basis. This recruitment drive aims to fill vacant positions including Director of Research, Dean, Professors, Associate Professors, and Assistant Professors across various disciplines of Horticulture and Agriculture.
• This is a Direct Recruitment process based on screening of applications and interviews, rather than a competitive written examination. It is a prestigious opportunity for candidates with a Doctoral degree and teaching/research experience to secure a government academic position in Haryana.

Vacancy Details

• Below is the breakdown of posts as per the reservation policy of the State Government of Haryana. The number of posts may increase or decrease.

1. Educational Qualification

• Essential qualifications vary by post. Key requirements include:
• Director of Research & Dean: Doctoral degree in Horticulture + 8 years experience as Professor/equivalent.
• Professor: Doctoral degree in the relevant specialization + 10 years experience (including at least 2 years as Associate Professor).
• Associate Professor: Doctoral degree + 8 years experience as Assistant Professor/Equivalent OR Post-doctoral research with publications (NAAS Rating 7.5+).
• Assistant Professor: Doctoral degree (as per UGC norms).
• Ph.D. Requirements: Candidates registered before July 11, 2009: Must produce certificate fulfilling UGC notification conditions (2 papers, viva, etc.) - Refer Annexure I. Candidates registered on/after July 11, 2009: Must produce certificate of fulfillment of UGC (Minimum Standards) Regulations, 2009 - Refer Annexure II.

2. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years (for all posts).
• Age Calculation Date: Qualification and age will be determined with regard to the closing date for receipt of applications (12.03.2026).
• Proof of Age: Matriculation certificate or equivalent.

3. Mandatory Documents

• Candidates must attach self-attested photocopies of:
• Passport size photograph (pasted on form).
• Essential Qualification certificates (Degree/Diploma).
• SC/BCA/BCB/PwBD certificates (if applicable, issued by Haryana Competent Authority).
• NOC for candidates already in Govt/Quasi-Govt service.
• Ph.D. compliance certificates (Annexure I or II).

Selection Process

• This is a Direct Recruitment based on screening of applications and interviews. There is no written exam mentioned.

Application Fee

• Payment Mode: Online (Bank of Baroda). Bank Details: A/c No 96290100010750, IFS Code: BARB0DBKARN. Important: Separate fee must be paid for each post applied for. Fee is non-refundable.

How to Apply (Offline Mode)

• Eligible candidates must follow these steps to apply:
• Visit Official Website: Go to www.mhu.ac.in and download the Recruitment Notification (Advt. No. 02/2026) and the Application Form (Page 39-46).
• Read Notification: Carefully read all instructions, eligibility criteria, and reservation rules.
• Fill Application Form: Fill the prescribed application form in capital letters. Ensure all details are accurate.
• Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (Qualification, Caste, Experience, Ph.D. certificates, etc.). Paste one latest color photograph.
• Pay Fee: Deposit the required application fee via online mode (Bank of Baroda) and attach the payment proof/receipt with the form.
• Submission: Send the completed application form via registered post/speed post to the following address so that it reaches by 12.03.2026: The Registrar, Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Horticulture Training Institute, Uchani, Karnal-132001, Haryana.

• www.mhu.ac.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. 02/2026) (Note: Link inferred from text, check university website for actual PDF)
• Download Application Form
• Visit Official Website

• Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. 02/2026) ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.
• Download Application Form ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.