Non Teaching Staff – Teaching and Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala, has announced Teaching and Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 01/2026 for a total of 10 vacancies. The available posts include Assistant Professor (History), Assistant Professor (Public Administration), Assistant Registrar, Superintendent, System Administrator, Programmer, Senior Assistant and Law Researcher. Non Teaching Staff.
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2. Recruitment overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University |
| Location | Patiala, Punjab |
| Recruitment | Teaching and Non-Teaching Posts |
| Advertisement Number | 01/2026 |
| Total Posts | 10 |
| Job Type | Permanent, as supplied |
| Application Mode | Online application and hard-copy submission |
| Notification Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 24 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Hard Copy Deadline | 23 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age Limit | 18–37 years as of 15 November 2026 |
| Application Fee — General/Other State | ₹2,360 |
| Application Fee — SC/ST/PwD | ₹1,180 |
| Official Recruitment Page | PSOU Jobs |
3. Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 23 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 24 October 2026 |
| Online Application Deadline | 15 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Hard Copy Submission Deadline | 23 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
4. Application fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other State | ₹2,360 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,180 |
| Payment Mode | Online |
5. Age limit
| Detail | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 37 years |
| Age Calculation Date | 15 November 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per applicable rules |
Confirm post-specific age conditions in the official advertisement before applying.
6. Post-wise vacancy details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (History) | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Public Administration) | 1 |
| Assistant Registrar | 1 |
| Superintendent | 2 |
| System Administrator | 1 |
| Programmer | 1 |
| Senior Assistant | 2 |
| Law Researcher | 1 |
| Total | 10 |
7. Post-wise educational qualification
| Post Name | Qualification and Experience |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks and NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as applicable under UGC Regulations 2018; alternatively, a Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked among the world’s top 500, as specified in the notice |
| Assistant Registrar | Master’s degree or LLB with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST), plus 5 years of teaching/administrative experience; alternatively, 20 years of university service, including at least 1 year as Superintendent/PA or higher |
| Superintendent | Currently working as a Superintendent in a government institute/university, or 10 years of administrative experience, including 5 years as Senior Assistant |
| System Administrator | First-class MCA or B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT and 10 years of experience |
| Programmer | First-class M.Sc. IT, MCA or B.Tech in Computer Science, plus 3 years of experience |
| Senior Assistant | Bachelor’s degree, 120-hour computer course or ‘O’ Level qualification, and 5 years of experience as a Clerk |
| Law Researcher | LLB, enrolment as an Advocate with the State Bar Council/Bar Council of India, and good drafting skills |
Important: These criteria are based on the details provided. Review the official notification for the exact accepted qualifications, experience conditions, equivalence rules and any post-specific requirements. Non Teaching Staff.
8. Selection process
| Post | Selection Method Listed |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | Shortlisting |
| Superintendent | Competitive test |
| Senior Assistant | Typing test / skill test |
| Other Posts | Refer to the official notification for the applicable selection stages |
| Final Stages | Interview, medical examination and document verification, as applicable |
Do not assume every post has the same selection process. Candidates should check the post-specific instructions in Advertisement No. 01/2026.
9. Salary details
The supplied recruitment information does not include post-wise pay scales. For accuracy, do not publish an estimated salary as confirmed. Check the official advertisement for the pay level, pay scale and applicable allowances for each post. Non Teaching Staff.
10. How to apply
- Visit the official PSOU recruitment page.
- Open the Teaching and Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 advertisement, No. 01/2026.
- Read the post-specific eligibility, experience and application instructions.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal, educational and employment details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature as instructed.
- Pay the applicable fee online and save the payment receipt.
- Submit the online form before 15 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Print the submitted application and attach the required supporting documents.
- Send the hard copy to the Registrar at the address below so that it reaches the university by 23 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Hard-copy submission address
Registrar, Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University,
Mohindra Kothi, Fountain Chowk,
Patiala – 147001, Punjab.
Check the notification for the required document list, envelope instructions and any prescribed dispatch method.
11. Important links
| Resource | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Apply Online / Recruitment Page | 24/10/2026 | Apply Now |
| Full Notification | 23/10/2026 | Download |
| Official Website | 23/10/2026 | Visit |
13. FAQs- Non Teaching Staff
Q1. How many vacancies are available in PSOU Recruitment 2026?
There are 10 Teaching and Non-Teaching vacancies across eight listed post categories.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The supplied details list 15 November 2026 at 11:59 PM as the online application deadline. Non Teaching Staff.
Q3. What is the last date for hard-copy submission?
The hard copy must be submitted by 23 November 2026 at 5:00 PM, according to the supplied details. Non Teaching Staff.
Q4. What is the application fee for PSOU Recruitment 2026?
The fee is ₹2,360 for General/Other State candidates and ₹1,180 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Non Teaching Staff.
Q5. What is the age limit for non-teaching staff posts?
The supplied general age limit is 18–37 years as of 15 November 2026. Check the official notice for post-specific conditions and relaxations. Non Teaching Staff.
Q6. What qualifications are required for the non-teaching posts?
Requirements vary by post. For example, the supplied details list experience requirements for Superintendent, System Administrator, Programmer and Senior Assistant positions. Refer to the qualification table and official notification for the post you want. Non Teaching Staff.
Q7. Where should candidates send the hard copy?
Send it to the Registrar, Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Mohindra Kothi, Fountain Chowk, Patiala – 147001, Punjab.
Q8. What is the selection process?
The supplied details mention shortlisting for Assistant Professor, a competitive test for Superintendent, and a typing/skill test for Senior Assistant. Other post-specific stages should be checked in the official notification. Non Teaching Staff.
