Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala (PSOU) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Superintendent and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 10 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the online process.
Online applications for the vacancies of Superintendent and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 15 November 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Superintendent and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
PSOU – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (History) | 1 | No Details | Punjab |
| Assistant Professor (Public Administration) | 1 | No Details | Punjab |
| Assistant Registrar | 1 | No Details | Punjab |
| Superintendent | 2 | No Details | Punjab |
| System Administrator | 1 | No Details | Punjab |
| Programmer | 1 | No Details | Punjab |
| Senior Assistant | 2 | No Details | Punjab |
| Law Researcher | 1 | No Details | Punjab |
| Total Vacancies: | 10 |
PSOU Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for PSOU Superintendent and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (History) | Master’s degree with 55% marks in relevant subject + NET, SLET, SET OR Ph.D. as per UGC norms, Punjabi passed up to Matric Standard | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Public Administration) | Master’s degree with 55% marks in relevant subject + NET, SLET, SET OR Ph.D. as per UGC norms, Punjabi passed up to Matric Standard | No Details |
| Assistant Registrar | Master’s degree, LLB with at least 55%, 50% for SC, ST, from a recognized University with 5 years regular teaching, administrative experience OR 20 years of service in University with at least 1 year as Superintendent, PA or higher, Punjabi passed up to Matric Standard | No Details |
| Superintendent | Working Superintendent from State, Central Government Institute, University OR 10 years regular administrative experience with at least 5 years as Senior Assistant, Punjabi passed up to Matric Standard | No Details |
| System Administrator | MCA, BE, B.Tech in CS, IT OR equivalent with First Class from recognized university + minimum 10 years of experience in programming, System Administrator, Network Administrator or relevant field, Punjabi passed up to Matric Standard | 10 years |
| Programmer | M.Sc. IT, MCA, B.Tech CSE OR equivalent with First Class from recognized university + minimum 3 years of experience in programming or relevant field, Punjabi passed up to Matric Standard | 3 years |
| Senior Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University + 120 hours computer course with hands-on experience OR O-level DOEACC certificate + 5 years experience as clerk in University, college, educational institute, Punjabi passed up to Matric Standard, typing speed 30 wpm in Punjabi and English | 5 years |
| Law Researcher | LLB from a recognized University, Institution + enrollment as Advocate with State Bar Council, Bar Council of India with valid right to practice + good drafting skills, Punjabi passed up to Matric Standard | No Details |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala for Superintendent and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (History) | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Public Administration) | No Details |
| Assistant Registrar | No Details |
| Superintendent | No Details |
| System Administrator | No Details |
| Programmer | No Details |
| Senior Assistant | No Details |
| Law Researcher | No Details |
The application fee for this recruitment varies by category. For General / OBC / EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs.2360/-, while for SC / ST candidates, the fee is Rs.1180/-. The fee can be paid through the online payment mode as specified in the official notification. Candidates belonging to certain reserved categories may be exempted from paying the application fee as per government rules.
The selection of candidates for Superintendent and other Posts will be carried out through Assistant Professor: Academic Score shortlisting + Interview; Assistant Registrar: Interview; Superintendent: Competitive Test + Interview; System Administrator: Qualifications, experience + Interview; Programmer: Qualifications, experience + Interview; Senior Assistant: Typing Test + Skill Test; Law Researcher: Qualifications + Interview. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for PSOU Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from psou.ac.in before 15 November 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Online Application Link | Apply Now |
| Official Website | psou.ac.in |