The Pondicherry University has released its latest official recruitment notification (Advt. No. PU/RC/NT/2026/51) to fill the 18 Non Teaching Posts.The online application portal at the official website (https://www.pondiuni.edu.in/) will remain active from 10.03.2026 to 10.04.2026. Before submitting an application, candidates must carefully read the Pondicherry University Non Teaching 2026 notification and verify their eligibility.
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Eligible candidates with qualifications Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary work locations for these posts are Puducherry. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
Pondicherry University Current Notification 2026 [Quick Summary]
| Organization Name: Pondicherry University |
| Notification No: PU/RC/NT/2026/51 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 18 Deputy Registrar, Assistant Registrar, Public Relation Officer, Section Officer, Private Secretary Posts |
| Place of Posting: Puducherry |
| Starting Date: 10.03.2026 |
| Last Date: 10.04.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://www.pondiuni.edu.in/ |
Current Pondicherry University Job Openings:
- Deputy Registrar – 03 Posts
- Assistant Registrar – 03 Posts
- Public Relation Officer – 01 Post
- Section Officer – 08 Posts
- Private Secretary – 02 Posts
Pondicherry University Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for Pondicherry University:
- Deputy Registrar –
- Essential Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree with at least 55% of the marks or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed.
- Five years of experience as Assistant Registrar or in equivalent post in the Pay Level 10 and above.
- Essential Qualifications:
- Assistant Registrar –
- Essential Qualifications: Master’s Degree with at least Fifty Percentage of the marks or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed.
- Public Relation Officer –
- Essential Qualifications:
- Masters’ Degree with at least 55% of marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC 7 point scale in Journalism and Mass Communication from recognised University / Institute.
- At least Five years experience with ABC, National News Agencies, Radio or Television, Film Media, reputed advertising agencies with excellent command of speaking in English, Hindi and Regional Language.
- Desirable: Good working knowledge of computer applications.
- Essential Qualifications:
- Section Officer –
- Essential Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any Stream from any accredited Institute/ University.
- Three Years’ Experience as Senior Assistant in the Level 6 or eight years as Assistant/UDC in Level 4 in any Central / State Govt./ University/ PSU and other Central or State Autonomous Institutions or holding equivalent positions in any reputed Private companies/ bank with annual turnover of at least Rs.200/- Crores or more.
- Proficiency in Computer Operation, noting and drafting.
- Essential Qualifications:
- Private Secretary –
- Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University/Institute.
- At least Three Years experience as Personal Assistant (PA) or Five years as Stenographer in a University/ Research establishment/ Central/ State Govt. /PSU and other autonomous bodies.
- English/Hindi Stenography speed: 100 wpm in Hindi or 120 wpm in English
- English/Hindi Typing speed: 30 w.p.m.in Hindi or 35 w.p.m. in English (v) Knowledge of computer applications.
- Skill Test Norms on Computer: Dictation: 10 minutes @ 120 w.p.m. in English/100 w.p.m. in Hindi Transcription: 50 minutes (English)/ 60 minutes (Hindi)
- Desirable: Proficiency in English & good communication skills.
- Qualifications:
Age Limit for Pondicherry University: (As on 10.04.2026)
- Deputy Registrar – 50 Years
- Assistant Registrar – 40 Years
- Public Relation Officer – 40 Years
- Section Officer – 35 Years
- Private Secretary – 35 Years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- 5 Years for SC / ST
- 3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- By 10 Years for General (UR)
- By 13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- By 15 Years for SC / ST
- Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen category candidates is as per extant Govt. of India guidelines.
Pay Scale for Pondicherry University:
- Deputy Registrar – Level 12
- Assistant Registrar – Level 10
- Public Relation Officer – Level 10
- Section Officer – Level 7
- Private Secretary – Level 7
Method of Selection for Pondicherry University:
- written test/skill test
- Interview
Application Fee for Pondicherry University:
- For ST/SC/Ex-s/PWD Applicants – Rs.1000/-
- For Other Applicants – Rs.2000/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 10.03.2026 and 10.04.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Pondicherry University website https://www.pondiuni.edu.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening of online application portal: 10.03.2026 at 10.00 AM
- Closing of online application portal: 10.04.2026 at 05.00 PM
- Submission of Hard copy of Application : 20.04.2026
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