Overview
Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University (RLBCAU), located in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, is inviting online applications for various Statutory, Teaching, and Non-Teaching positions. This is a great opportunity for qualified professionals to join a prestigious agricultural university and contribute to agricultural education and research.
📋 Organization Details
Organization Name: Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University (RLBCAU)
Advertisement Number: RLBCAU/01/2026
Advertisement Date: 21 January 2026
Location: Gwalior Road, Jhansi – 284003, Uttar Pradesh
💼 Total Vacancies: 75 Posts
The recruitment includes positions across different categories as detailed in the vacancy table below.
📍 Vacancy Details
| Position | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Registrar | 1 |
| Dean, College of Veterinary & Animal Science | 1 |
| Assistant Registrar | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 29 |
| Assistant Professor | 43 |
🔍 Post Type & Job Details
Position Categories:
- Statutory Positions: Registrar and Dean roles are tenure-based positions with fixed tenure periods
- Teaching Positions: Associate Professor and Assistant Professor across various disciplines
- Non-Teaching Positions: Assistant Registrar for Academic and Establishment functions
Employment Type: Permanent positions (Statutory positions have fixed tenures as mentioned below)
📱 Application Mode
Online Only – Candidates must apply through the official RLBCAU website. After submitting the online form, hard copies with original documents must be mailed to the university within the stipulated time.
🌐 Official Website
www.rlbcau.ac.in
Recruitment Portal: https://rlbcau.ac.in/recruitment/regular/
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 21 January 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 22 January 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 February 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Hard Copy Deadline (by Post) | 28 February 2026 at 5:00 PM |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Eligibility criteria vary by position. Here’s a brief overview:
For Assistant Professor:
- Master’s degree with minimum 60% marks in relevant discipline
- NET (National Eligibility Test) qualification or Doctorate with two published research papers
- For Veterinary disciplines: B.V.Sc. & A.H. with minimum 55% marks + specialized qualifications
For Associate Professor:
- Doctorate degree in relevant subject
- Minimum 8 years’ teaching/research experience
- Published research papers with NAAS rating above 4.0
- Veterinary registration for veterinary discipline positions
For Assistant Registrar:
- Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks
- Good academic record
- Experience in administration/establishment preferred
For Registrar:
- Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks
- Minimum 15 years’ teaching or administrative experience in specified cadres
- OR 15 years administrative experience with 8 years as Deputy Registrar or equivalent
For Dean (Veterinary & Animal Science):
- B.V.Sc. & A.H. with minimum 55% marks
- Master’s and Doctorate degrees in relevant Veterinary discipline
- Minimum 15 years’ teaching/research experience with at least 5 years as Professor
- Outstanding research contributions in veterinary field
💰 Salary & Stipend Details (Per Month)
Pay Scale (7th CPC Pay Matrix):
| Position | Pay Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Registrar | Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 + DA |
| Dean (Veterinary) | Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 + DA |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A | ₹1,31,400 – ₹2,08,600 + DA |
| Assistant Professor | Level 10A | ₹57,700 – ₹1,30,500 + DA |
| Assistant Registrar | Level 10 | ₹57,700 – ₹1,30,500 + DA |
Note: Salary includes basic pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), and other allowances as per University rules. Higher initial pay may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.
⏳ Age Limit
Upper Age Limit (as on last date of advertisement):
- Registrar: Below 57 years
- Dean (Veterinary): Below 57 years
- Associate Professor: Below 47 years
- Assistant Professor: Below 40 years
- Assistant Registrar: Below 40 years
Tenure:
- Registrar/Dean positions: 5 years or till age 62 (Registrar) / 65 years (Dean), whichever comes first
- Other positions: Regular permanent employment
Relaxations: Age relaxations available for SC/ST/OBC/PWD categories as per Government of India and UGC norms. Additional relaxation possible for women candidates.
💵 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General & Other Candidates | ₹1,000/- |
| SC/ST/PWD Candidates | ₹500/- |
| Women Candidates | No Fee (Exempted) |
Payment Method: Online mode only (no cash, DD, or money order accepted)
Important: Fee is non-refundable
🎯 Selection Process
Two-Stage Selection:
- Screening of Applications
- Applications screened using post-wise Score-Card Guidelines
- Minimum 60% marks required in screening to proceed to interview stage
- Call ratio: Generally 1:20 to 1:3 (varies by post)
- Interview
- Merit-based interview conducted by constituted Selection Committee
- For Associate Professor and above: 70% weightage to score card + 30% to interview
- For Assistant Professor: 80% weightage to score card + 20% to interview
- Shortlisting may also consider higher qualifications, additional experience, or desirable qualifications
Merit Determination: Final selection based on combined performance in screening and interview for physically present candidates.
📝 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to www.rlbcau.ac.in
- Access Recruitment Portal: Click on the recruitment link
- Register/Login: Create an account or use existing credentials
- Fill Online Form: Complete the application form with:
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications
- Professional experience
- Research publications (if applicable)
- Additional certifications
- Upload Documents: Scan and upload (self-attested):
- Mark sheets of all educational qualifications
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
- Birth certificate or ID proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Research papers (for teaching positions)
- NET/PhD certificates
- Pay Application Fee: Submit fee online through payment gateway
- Submit Online Form: Click submit button (save confirmation receipt)
- Send Hard Copy: Print the submitted form and mail hard copy with all uploaded documents to: Registrar, Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University
Gwalior Road, Jhansi – 284003
Uttar Pradesh Envelope should clearly mention: “Application for the post [Position Name]” and “Post Code [Code Number]”
Important Notes:
- Apply separately for each position with separate application fees
- Use only online mode for application
- In-service candidates must submit No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- All documents must be clear, legible, and self-attested
- Applications without all required documents will be rejected
- Late applications will not be entertained
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Upload Self-Attested Copies of:
- Educational Qualifications
- Mark sheets of all degrees (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate)
- Degree certificates
- Clear and legible copies in PDF format
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- SC/ST/OBC certificate in prescribed format
- Issued by authorized government authority
- Age Proof
- Birth certificate or
- School mark sheet showing date of birth
- Research & Publications (for teaching positions)
- Copies of published research papers
- NET/ICAR-ASRB certificate
- Doctorate degree details
- Professional Certifications
- Veterinary Registration Certificate (for veterinary positions)
- Experience certificates
- NOC from current employer (if employed)
- Identification Documents
- Aadhar card or
- Passport or
- Driver’s license
- Passport-size colored photograph (4×6 cm)
- Signature on white background
Document Quality Standards:
- All scans must be clear and legible
- File size should be reasonable (100-500 KB per document)
- Use only JPG or PDF format
- Poor quality documents may lead to rejection
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Website | Visit RLBCAU Website |
| University Contact | Phone: (as per website) / Email: (as per website) |
✨ Key Points to Remember
- Citizenship: Candidates must be Indian citizens
- Separate Applications: Apply separately for each position with individual application fees
- Post-Wise Eligibility: Each position has specific qualification requirements – check carefully
- Tenure Positions: Registrar and Dean positions have fixed tenures with specific age limits
- Screening Mandatory: 60% marks in screening is mandatory to appear for interview
- Document Verification: Selected candidates will undergo document verification at later stage
- No Negative Marking: Selection is purely merit-based
- Updates Only Online: All updates posted on official website only
- Debarment: Candidates not joining after selection may be debarred for 2 years
- Reservations: SC/ST/OBC/PWD reservations as per Government of India norms
Final Tips for Applicants
✓ Read the complete notification carefully before applying
✓ Ensure all documents are clear, legible, and properly uploaded
✓ Use correct post code while applying
✓ Keep both online and hard copy confirmations
✓ Send hard copies by registered post/speed post to ensure delivery
✓ Apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues
✓ Follow all instructions for postal submission (envelope marking, deadline, address)
Last Updated: January 22, 2026
For queries or clarifications, contact the University through official website or visit during official hours at the Jhansi campus.



