CUP Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Junior Research Fellowship / Project Assistant Posts

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• Central University of Punjab (CUP) Junior Research Fellowship / Project Assistant Notification 2026 has been released on 27 May 2026 on the official website of the Central University of Punjab. A total of 2 vacancies have been announced through the CUP Junior Research Fellowship / Project Assistant Recruitment 2026.
• Candidates up to 50 years of age who have a Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) with at least 55% marks in Biotechnology, Botany, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or relevant allied fields along with NET/GATE/DBT-BET qualification for JRF, or B.Sc./B.Tech./M.Sc. with minimum 55% marks in relevant disciplines for Project Assistant posts, are eligible to apply for these Junior Research Fellowship / Project Assistant vacancies.
• The application process for CUP Junior Research Fellowship / Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 has started and candidates can apply through email mode until 05 June 2026. Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply through the direct links provided below in this article.

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CUP Recruitment 2026 - Overview

CUP Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

• Candidates should download and read the CUP Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
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CUP Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

CUP Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

• Junior Research Fellowship: Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Biotechnology, Botany, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or a relevant allied field of Life Sciences from a recognized University/Institute. Candidates must have cleared National Eligibility Tests like CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship/Category 3), GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments/Agencies (such as DBT-BET, ICMR, DST, etc.) as mandated by DBT rules.
• Project Assistant: B.Sc./B.Tech. / M.Sc. degree with minimum 55% marks in Biotechnology, Botany, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or relevant allied disciplines from a recognized University or Institute.

CUP Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

• Maximum Age Limit: 50 years for all posts.
• Age relaxation is applicable subject to relaxation in accordance with official DBT rules.

CUP Recruitment 2026 - Salary/ Stipend

• Junior Research Fellowship: ₹ 32000/- per month + 9% HRA
• Project Assistant: ₹20,000/- per month + 9% HRA (as per DBT guidelines)

CUP Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

CUP Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

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How to Apply

• Candidates who wish to apply for CUP Various Posts Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
• Read the official notification carefully before applying.
• Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
• Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
• Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
• Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
• Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 05-06-2026.
• Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

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Q2. What are the educational qualifications required for the Junior Research Fellowship post?

• For the Junior Research Fellowship position, candidates need a Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) with at least 55% marks in relevant Life Sciences fields and must have cleared national-level eligibility tests like CSIR-UGC NET or GATE.

Q3. Is there any application fee for the CUP Recruitment 2026?

• No, there is no application fee mentioned for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) for this recruitment drive by the Central University of Punjab.

Q4. What is the maximum age limit for the advertised posts?

• The maximum age limit for both Junior Research Fellowship and Project Assistant positions is 50 years. Age relaxation may be applicable as per official DBT rules.

Q6. What is the salary offered for the Project Assistant role?

• The Project Assistant will receive a consolidated salary of ₹20,000/- per month along with 9% House Rent Allowance (HRA), as per DBT guidelines.

Q8. What documents are required to be attached with the application?

• Candidates need to attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs with their application.