Punjab Cabinet Approves Recruitment of 1,158 Assistant Professors

The Punjab Cabinet has approved a major recruitment drive to fill teaching vacancies in government colleges across the state. The decision includes recruitment for 1,158 posts of assistant professors and librarians, aimed at strengthening higher education institutions. The decision was taken during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, where several policy initiatives related to education and governance were also discussed.

Punjab Government College Recruitment 2026: Total Posts Approved

The state government has approved a fresh recruitment process to address the shortage of faculty in government colleges. The move is expected to improve teaching quality and academic resources in higher education institutions. The approved vacancies include the following posts:

• 1,091 Assistant Professor posts
• 67 Librarian posts
• Total: 1,158 positions in government colleges

The recruitment will be conducted according to University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations, 2018 to ensure transparency and merit-based selection

Recruitment Process Through Punjab Public Service Commission

The Punjab government has decided that the recruitment will be carried out through the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC). The commission will manage the selection process, including notifications, applications and examinations. Officials indicated that the government will submit a consolidated requisition for all posts to the commission. This step will replace earlier pending recruitment proposals to streamline the hiring process. The recruitment drive is expected to provide significant opportunities for candidates seeking teaching careers in higher education.

New University Approved at Anandpur Sahib

Along with the recruitment decision, the Cabinet also approved the establishment of a Sri Guru Teg Bahadur World Class University at Anandpur Sahib. The proposed university aims to expand higher education infrastructure in Punjab. A draft bill for the university will be introduced in the state assembly. The new institution is expected to promote advanced academic research and improve access to quality higher education in the region.

Focus on Strengthening Higher Education in Punjab

The recruitment of assistant professors and librarians is part of the state government’s broader strategy to strengthen the higher education system. Increasing faculty strength is expected to improve teaching standards and reduce vacancies in government colleges. The initiative will also help students gain better academic support and improve learning outcomes across various disciplines in state-run institutions.