Punjab University Announces Jobs

Punjab University Jobs 2026: Official Vacancy Announcement for IER Teaching Positions

The University of the Punjab has officially announced its latest faculty recruitment drive for 2026, opening applications for multiple teaching vacancies at its prestigious Institute of Education and Research (IER) in Lahore. This recruitment drive invites highly qualified, dynamic, and research-oriented Pakistani nationals to join the university's academic faculty across basic pay scales ranging from BS-18 to BS-21.

The positions advertised include senior professor roles as well as lecturer vacancies across specialized disciplines. Qualified applicants must complete the Punjab University online application process and dispatch hard copies before the deadline of November 30, 2026.

Overview of Punjab University Teaching Positions 2026

The University of the Punjab recruitment campaign offers a total of 23 faculty vacancies at the Quaid-i-Azam Campus in Lahore. All candidates must strictly satisfy the educational qualifications, postgraduate experience, and peer-reviewed research publication benchmarks established by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).

Vacancy Distribution and Pay Scales

Detailed Eligibility Criteria for IER Lahore Faculty Jobs

1. Professor of Education (BS-21)

Applicants for the Professor of Education positions must fulfill the following mandatory criteria:

• Qualification: Terminal PhD in Education obtained from an HEC-recognized university or international institution.

• Experience Requirement:

  • A minimum of 15 years of teaching, research, or professional experience in an HEC-recognized university, postgraduate institution, or national/international organization.

  • OR at least 10 years of post-PhD experience in the relevant academic discipline.

• Research Publications: Must have published at least 15 research publications in HEC-recognized journals, with a minimum of 5 publications during the last 5 years.

2. Associate Professor of Education (BS-20)

For the 8 available Associate Professor of Education positions:

• Qualification: A verified PhD in Education from an accredited HEC university.

• Experience Requirement:

  • Minimum 10 years of teaching or research experience at a recognized university or postgraduate institution.

  • OR 5 years of post-PhD professional experience in the relevant field.

• Research Publications: A minimum of 10 research papers published in HEC-recognized journals, including at least 4 publications in the last 5 years.

3. Assistant Professor of Education (BS-19)

The Institute of Education and Research has advertised 6 openings for Assistant Professor of Education:

• Qualification: A recognized PhD in Education from an HEC-approved institution.

• Experience & Publications: No prior mandatory teaching experience or publication record is required by the advertisement, provided the candidate holds the requisite PhD degree prior to the application deadline and meets standard HEC parameters.

4. Lecturer Vacancies in Specialized Fields (BS-18)

The university is recruiting candidates across four distinct Lecturer in Education streams:

• Business Education (Marketing): Requires a 16-year degree (BS or Master’s) in Business Education with a Marketing specialization, complemented by a first-class MS/MPhil or equivalent degree (18 years of education).

• Technology Education: Requires a 16-year BS or Master’s degree in Technology Education alongside a first-class MS/MPhil degree in the relevant field.

• English Language Teaching and Linguistics: Candidates must possess a 16-year degree in ELT, Applied Linguistics, or Linguistics, accompanied by a first-class 18-year MS/MPhil degree.

• Education General: Requires a first-class MS/MPhil or equivalent degree following 18 years of education in Education.

Academic Career Rule: Candidates applying for any lecturer position must maintain a clean academic record with no third division in their entire educational career.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online at jobs.pu.edu.pk

Candidates must follow the official submission protocol to ensure their applications are considered valid:

1. Online Portal Registration: Access the official portal at jobs.pu.edu.pk or pu.edu.pk/careers.

2. Form Completion: Select the target post, fill in personal details, educational history, research publication details, and professional experience accurately. Provide an active phone number and email address.

3. Hard Copy Generation: Print two signed hard copies of the completed online application form after submission.

4. USB Requirement (For BS-20 & BS-21): Applicants for Professor and Associate Professor positions must attach a USB flash drive containing PDF copies of their application and all research publications.

5. Postal Submission: Mail the signed application forms along with all required supporting documents via registered post to:

The Director, Institute of Education and Research (IER),

University of the Punjab, Quaid-i-Azam Campus, Lahore.

Key Deadlines & Submission Guidelines

• Application Start Date: September 14, 2026

• Application Closing Date: November 30, 2026 (by 4:00 PM)

• Submission Mode: Applications must be sent solely via registered courier or post. In-person or by-hand submissions will not be accepted.

Eligible candidates seeking academic jobs in Lahore are encouraged to complete their applications early to avoid potential portal traffic or postal delays near the closing date.