University of the Punjab Announces Faculty Vacancies for Allied Health Sciences (Advertisement No. 2/2026)
The University of the Punjab, Lahore, has officially released Advertisement No. 2/2026, inviting applications from highly accomplished, dynamic, and motivated Pakistani Nationals. The vacancies are situated within the Department of Allied Health Sciences, offering teaching opportunities at both the Assistant Professor and Lecturer levels.
As detailed in the accompanying document FB_IMG_1782389853760.jpg, the recruitment follows strict HEC/AHPC eligibility criteria.
Available Vacancies and Disciplines
The university is recruiting for multiple positions across four primary disciplines. The breakdown of available posts is as follows:
| Sr. No. | Position | Discipline | No. of Posts |
| 1 | Assistant Professor | Physical Therapy | 02 |
| 2 | Assistant Professor | Medical Laboratory Technology | 01 |
| 3 | Assistant Professor | Optometry & Vision Sciences | 01 |
| 4 | Assistant Professor | Audiology | 01 |
| 5 | Lecturer | Physical Therapy | 01 |
| 6 | Lecturer | Medical Laboratory Technology | 02 |
| 7 | Lecturer | Optometry & Vision Sciences | 02 |
| 8 | Lecturer | Audiology | 01 |
Key Requirements and Important Policies
Before applying, candidates must take note of the following mandatory conditions specified in FB_IMG_1782389853760.jpg:
- Council Registration: Registration with the Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC) is strictly mandatory for all disciplines and positions.
- Pension Scheme Rules: In accordance with decisions made by the University Syndicate and Senate, all fresh recruitments will be governed under the Punjab Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Rules 2025.
- Note for Existing Employees: Candidates already working on a BPS scale (within or outside the university) who apply through the proper channel will remain governed under the old (BPS) Pension Rules.
Application Schedule and Process
The university enforces a strict timeline and method for submitting applications.
- Starting Date: June 17, 2026
- Closing Date: July 16, 2026
- Portal Closure: The online application portal will close precisely at 4:00 PM on the closing date.
How to Apply:
- Online Submission: Candidates must first apply online via the official university job portal at http://jobs.pu.edu.pk/. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
- Hard Copy Submission: After completing the online application, hard copies of the form—complete in all respects and signed by the applicant—must reach the university.
- Mailing Address: Hard copies should be sent via registered post to:Office of the Registrar (Human Resource Branch, Admin. Block, Room No. 19), University of the Punjab, Quaid-i-Azam Campus, Lahore.
- Important Restrictions: Applications will not be received by hand.
For further queries regarding eligibility criteria, terms and conditions, or mandatory instructions, applicants can visit the official university website at www.pu.edu.pk or contact the department via email at puhr@pu.edu.pk.
