Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu has released an advertisement inviting applications from eligible candidates for Assistant Professor posts in the Institute of Biotechnology on academic arrangement basis for the academic session 2026-27.
A total of 4 vacancies are available for different disciplines including Bioinformatics, Nanotechnology, Biomathematics/Biostatistics and Genetic Engineering & Synthetic Biology. Interested candidates can submit their application form before the last date.
Overview of SKUAST Jammu AP Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Jammu |
| Department | Institute of Biotechnology |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| Total Posts | 04 |
| Category | University Jobs |
| Type | Contractual |
| Job Location | Jammu |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Selection Process | Interview |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, application fees, age limit, qualifications and other details.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Advertisement Date | 17-04-2026 |
| Extension Notice Date | 07-05-2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 18-05-2026 |
Vacancy Details of SKUAST Jammu AP Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Bioinformatics) | 01 |
| Assistant Professor (Nanotechnology) | 01 |
| Assistant Professor (Biomathematics/Biostatistics) | 01 |
| Assistant Professor (Genetic Engineering and Synthetic Biology) | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria of SKUAST Jammu AP Vacancies
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Bioinformatics) | High second class (55% marks) Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology | 20 to 55 years as on 01-01-2026 |
| Assistant Professor (Nanotechnology) | High second class (55% marks) Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) in Nanotechnology/Nanobiotechnology | 20 to 55 years as on 01-01-2026 |
| Assistant Professor (Biomathematics/Biostatistics) | High second class (55% marks) Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc.) in Biomathematics/Biostatistics/Mathematics/Statistics | 20 to 55 years as on 01-01-2026 |
| 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 relevant discipline | 20 to 55 years as on 01-01-2026 |
Desirable Qualification:
- NET/SET/Ph.D. in concerned subject.
- Teaching or Research experience in the relevant discipline.
- Relevant publications as mentioned in the advertisement.
Salary Details
| Qualification | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Rs. 45,000/- per month |
| Masters Degree | Rs. 35,000/- per month |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Rs. 300/- |
The fee should be paid through Demand Draft in favour of Director, Institute of Biotechnology.
How to Apply for SKUAST Jammu Recruitment 2026
- Download the prescribed application form from the university website.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Attach self-attested copies of required certificates.
- Attach Demand Draft of Rs. 300/-.
- Send the application through Registered Post or Speed Post only.
- The application should reach the office of Director, Institute of Biotechnology, SKUAST-J, Main Campus Chatha, Jammu-180009 before the last date.
Terms and Conditions
- The engagement will be purely on contractual basis.
- The appointment is for the first semester of academic session 2026-27.
- The contract may be extended for one more semester based on 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 & Application Details
| Official Website | www.skuastjammu.ac.in |
| Official Notification | DOWNLOAD PDF Extension Notice |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Application Submission Mode | Registered Post/Speed Post |
| Last Date | 18-05-2026 |