Punjab University Announces Teaching Vacancies

What happened

The University of the Punjab has announced teaching vacancies at its Institute of Education and Research (IER), Lahore, inviting applications from qualified Pakistani nationals for various positions. The vacancies are available in Basic Pay Scales (BS) 18 to 21 and include positions such as Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, and Lecturer.

The university has specified the educational qualifications, teaching experience, and research publication requirements for each position, as set by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). For example, candidates applying for the Professor of Education position must hold a PhD in Education from an HEC-recognised university or institution and have at least 15 years of teaching, research, or relevant professional experience.

Who is affected

The teaching vacancies at the University of the Punjab’s Institute of Education and Research are open to qualified Pakistani nationals. This includes individuals who have completed their PhD in Education from an HEC-recognised university or institution and have the required teaching experience and research publications. The vacancies are also open to individuals who have a master’s degree in a relevant field and have completed 16 years of education.

The vacancies are available in different education disciplines, including Business Education, Technology Education, English Language Teaching and Linguistics, and Education. Candidates who are interested in pursuing a career in academia and have the required qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.

Key dates and details

The university began accepting applications on September 14, 2026, and has set November 30, 2026, as the last date to apply. Candidates must complete their online applications and submit the required hard copies by registered post before the deadline. The university requires applicants to provide a valid personal email address and mobile number and to complete every section of the online form accurately.

The university has also specified the requirements for each position, including the educational qualifications, teaching experience, and research publications. For example, candidates applying for the Lecturer in Business Education (Marketing) position must hold a BS or master’s degree in Business Education with 16 years of education and a specialisation in Marketing or Marketing Management.

What you should do

Candidates who are interested in applying for the teaching vacancies at the University of the Punjab’s Institute of Education and Research should visit the university’s official job portal at jobs.pu.edu.pk. They should select the relevant teaching position and complete the online application form with their personal information, educational qualifications, professional experience, and other required details.

After submitting the online application, candidates must print two signed hard copies of the completed form and send them to the Director, Institute of Education and Research, University of the Punjab, Quaid-i-Azam Campus, Lahore. Applicants must send the documents through registered post so that they reach the university during office hours on or before November 30, 2026.