Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-Jammu) has released an official notification inviting applications from eligible candidates for Assistant Professor posts on contractual academic arrangement basis in the Institute of Biotechnology. A total of 04 vacancies are available under different specializations.
Eligible candidates who meet the required educational qualifications and age criteria can apply in the prescribed format before the last date. The engagement will be purely temporary for the academic session 2026-27. Candidates should carefully check all the details before submitting their applications.
Overview of SKUAST Jammu Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-Jammu) |
| Advt No. | No: AUJ/IBT/26-27/F-113/117-136 |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| No. of Posts | 04 |
| Category | University Job |
| Type | Contractual (Academic Arrangement Basis) |
| Job Location | Institute of Biotechnology, Chatha, Jammu |
| Application Mode | Offline (Registered/Speed Post) |
| Selection Process | Interview |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about vacancies, eligibility criteria, salary details, and application process.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Notification Date | 17 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 07 May 2026 (up to 5 PM) |
Vacancy Details of SKUAST Jammu Recruitment 2026
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
| 1 | Assistant Professor (Bioinformatics) | 01 |
| 2 | Assistant Professor (Nanotechnology) | 01 |
| 3 | Assistant Professor (Biomathematics / Biostatistics) | 01 |
| 4 | Assistant Professor (Genetic Engineering and Synthetic Biology) | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria of SKUAST Jammu Assistant Professor Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Assistant Professor (Bioinformatics) | High second class (55% marks) Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology. | Minimum Age: 20 Years Maximum Age: 55 Years Age calculated as on 01 January 2026 |
| Assistant Professor (Nanotechnology) | High second class (55% marks) Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) in Nanotechnology or Nanobiotechnology. | |
| Assistant Professor (Biomathematics / Biostatistics) | High second class (55% marks) Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc.) in Biomathematics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, or Statistics. | |
| Assistant Professor (Genetic Engineering and Synthetic Biology) | High second class (55% marks) Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) in Genetic Engineering, Recombinant DNA Technology, Biotechnology, Plant Molecular Biology, or other relevant discipline. |
Desirable Qualification:
NET/SET/Ph.D. in the concerned subject along with teaching or research experience in the relevant discipline supported by documents or publications.
Salary Details of SKUAST Jammu Recruitment 2026
| Qualification | Monthly Salary |
| Ph.D. Holders | Rs. 45,000 per month |
| Masters Degree Holders | Rs. 35,000 per month |
The salary will be paid as consolidated fixed wages.
Application Fee
| Fee Amount | Rs. 300/- |
| Payment Mode | Demand Draft |
| In Favour Of | Director, Institute of Biotechnology |
| Account Number | 1235040500000031 |
| IFSC Code | JAKA0EAURSP |
How to Apply for SKUAST Jammu Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates must submit the application form in the prescribed format available on the University website.
Application Procedure:
- Download the prescribed application form from the University website www.skuastjammu.ac.in
- Fill the form carefully with required details.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates and required documents.
- Attach Demand Draft of Rs. 300/- as application fee.
- Send the completed application form through Registered or Speed Post only.
Application Address:
Director
Institute of Biotechnology
SKUAST-J, Main Campus Chatha
Jammu-180009 (J&K)
Applications must reach the office on or before 07 May 2026 up to 5 PM.
Terms of Engagement
- The engagement will be purely on contract basis.
- The appointment will be for the first semester of academic session 2026-27.
- Extension for one more semester may be granted based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Eligible candidates will be informed through email.
SKUAST Jammu Official Notification
Official Website: www.skuastjammu.ac.in
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF