Central University of Punjab Recruitment 2025 for Faculty Positions
The Central University of Punjab (CUPB), Bathinda, established through the Act No. 25 of 2009 of Parliament, is a rapidly growing Central University committed to teaching excellence, high-impact research, and interdisciplinary development. Located at Ghudda, Bathinda, the University offers modern infrastructure, advanced laboratories, and a progressive academic environment.
Through its emphasis on research-oriented teaching and a transparent recruitment process, CUPB supports academic growth across diverse disciplines.
Recruitment Overview
The Central University of Punjab invites online applications for regular faculty positions at the levels of:
- Professor (Academic Pay Level 14)
- Associate Professor (Academic Pay Level 13A)
- Assistant Professor (Academic Pay Level 10)
The recruitment is announced through Advertisement No. CUPB/25-26/008 dated 10.11.2025. All appointments will follow UGC norms and other applicable regulatory guidelines ADVERTISEMENT-RECRUITMENT NOTIC….
The positions span multiple departments, including Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Education (ITEP), Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, and more.
Vacancy Details
Below is a consolidated table of the advertised regular faculty positions:
| Sr. No. | Department / Subject | Post & Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Applied Agriculture | Professor (ST) | 01 |
| 2 | Financial Administration | Associate Professor (ST) | 01 |
| 3 | Human Genetics & Molecular Medicine | Associate Professor (OBC) | 01 |
| 4 | Library & Information Science | Professor (SC) | 01 |
| 5 | Library & Information Science | Associate Professor (OBC) | 01 |
| 6 | Mass Communication & Media Studies | Professor (OBC) | 01 |
| 7 | Mathematics & Statistics | Assistant Professor (OBC) | 01 |
| 8 | Performing & Fine Arts | Professor (ST) | 01 |
| 9 | Performing & Fine Arts | Assistant Professor (PwD-b) | 01 |
| 10 | Pharmaceutical Sciences & Natural Products | Assistant Professor (OBC) | 01 |
| 11 | Physical Education | Professor (SC) | 01 |
| 12 | Psychology | Professor (SC) | 01 |
| 13 | Psychology | Associate Professor (SC) | 01 |
| 14 | Sociology | Professor (OBC) | 01 |
| 15 | Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | Associate Professor (UR) | 01 |
| 16 | Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | Assistant Professor (EWS-01, OBC-01, UR-01) | 03 |
| 17 | Community Medicine & Health | Associate Professor (UR) | 01 |
| 18 | Community Medicine & Health | Assistant Professor (UR-02, OBC-01) | 03 |
| 19 | Hospitality & Tourism Management | Associate Professor (UR) | 01 |
| 20 | Hospitality & Tourism Management | Assistant Professor (ST-01, OBC-01, UR-01) | 03 |
| 21 | Biotechnology & Bioinformatics (Biotechnology) | Associate Professor (ST) | 01 |
| 22 | Biotechnology & Bioinformatics (Biotechnology) | Assistant Professor (UR-01, OBC-01) | 02 |
| 23 | Biotechnology & Bioinformatics (Bioinformatics) | Assistant Professor (PwD-b) | 01 |
| 24 | Public Policy & Governance | Associate Professor (SC) | 01 |
| 25 | Public Policy & Governance | Assistant Professor (UR-01, OBC-01, ST-01) | 03 |
| 26 | Indic Civilization & Religious Studies | Associate Professor (OBC) | 01 |
| 27 | Indic Civilization & Religious Studies | Assistant Professor (UR-01, EWS-01, SC-01) | 03 |
| 28 | Centre for Partition & Atrocities Studies | Associate Professor (UR) | 01 |
| 29 | Centre for Partition & Atrocities Studies | Assistant Professor (SC) | 01 |
Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP)
| Department (ITEP) | Post | Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education – Physics | Assistant Professor | SC | 01 |
| Education – Chemistry | Assistant Professor | UR | 01 |
| Education – Mathematics | Assistant Professor | OBC | 01 |
| Education – Botany | Assistant Professor | OBC | 01 |
| Education – Zoology | Assistant Professor | SC | 01 |
| Education – History | Assistant Professor | EWS | 01 |
| Education – Geography | Assistant Professor | OBC | 01 |
| Education – Political Science | Assistant Professor | OBC | 01 |
| Education – Economics | Assistant Professor | UR | 01 |
| Education – English | Assistant Professor | EWS | 01 |
| Education – Communicative Skills in English | Assistant Professor | UR, PwD-d&e | 02 |
| Education – MIL Hindi | Assistant Professor | ST | 01 |
| Education – MIL Punjabi | Assistant Professor | SC | 01 |
| Education – Educational Studies | Assistant Professor | UR-03, SC-01 | 04 |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for all positions follows the UGC Regulations 2018 and subsequent amendments ADVERTISEMENT-RECRUITMENT NOTIC….
Additionally:
- ITEP positions: Eligibility as per NCTE Appendix-15, 2021.
- Physical Education: As per NCTE Regulations 2014.
- Pharmaceutical Sciences: As per PCI Circular dated 08.08.2022.
- AI & ML: Qualifications must align with AICTE guidelines.
Candidates must also satisfy the concerned, relevant, and allied subject requirements listed in the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / UR / EWS | ₹750 per post |
| SC / ST / PwD / Women | No fee |
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for online application | 09 December 2025, 05:00 PM IST |
| Application mode | Online only (No hard copy submission) |
Candidates must retain a signed printout of the submitted form and all enclosures for future reference. The University will not accept hard copies at any stage ADVERTISEMENT-RECRUITMENT NOTIC….
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the online process using the official recruitment portal:
Online Application Portal: https://curec.samarth.ac.in
(Active until 9 December 2025)
Steps include:
- Register on the portal
- Fill in all academic and personal information
- Upload self-attested supporting documents
- Upload API/Academic Score (as applicable)
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and save the PDF copy
All communication will occur through email and the official CUPB website. Candidates should regularly check both.
Key Instructions for Applicants
- CUPB will shortlist candidates strictly based on API/UGC norms and specialization fit.
- Experience certificates must include joining date, relieving date, designation, pay scale, and promotions.
- At least one salary slip per year must be uploaded for experience verification.
- Candidates from foreign universities must provide AIU equivalence, unless covered under MEA scholarships.
- Applicants from Government/PSU/Autonomous bodies must upload a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- Only online applications with all required enclosures will be accepted.
- The University may withdraw or modify any post without prior notice.
- Shortlisting is not guaranteed solely by meeting minimum eligibility criteria.
Contact Information
Recruitment Cell
Central University of Punjab
VPO Ghudda, Bathinda – 151401
Email: recruitment@cup.edu.in
The Central University of Punjab Faculty Recruitment 2025 offers a significant opportunity for qualified academic professionals to join a leading Central University. With a broad range of positions across emerging and traditional disciplines, the recruitment aims to strengthen CUPB’s academic and research ecosystem.
Interested candidates should review the eligibility details, prepare the required documents, and submit their applications well before the deadline.
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