Baba Guru Nanak University (BGNU), Nankana Sahib, has published advertisement No. 1-2026 inviting applications for various regular faculty and non-teaching positions. Qualified candidates from Punjab and across Pakistan can apply online for faculty roles ranging from Lecturer (BS-18) to Associate Professor (BS-20), as well as administrative and support roles.
This recruitment drive provides career opportunities for academic professionals, technical staff, and administrative personnel in a growing public sector university environment.
Baba Guru Nanak University Jobs 2026 Summary
- University Name: Baba Guru Nanak University (BGNU), Nankana Sahib
- Advertisement No.: 1-2026
- Employment Types: Regular & Contract Basis (2-Year Contract, Extendable by 1 Year)
- Application Mode: Online Registration (
careers.bgnu.edu.pk) + Hard Copy Submission - Online Apply Deadline: August 26, 2026
- Hard Copy Submission Deadline: August 28, 2026

1. Faculty Positions (Regular Basis – Open Merit)
Associate Professor (BS-20)
- Age Limit: 30 to 50 Years
- Disciplines: Punjabi (01), Physics (01), Islamic Studies (01), Metallurgy & Materials Engineering (01), Computer Science & IT (01)
- Eligibility Criteria: Ph.D. in the relevant field from an HEC-recognized university with 10 years of teaching/research experience (or 5 years post-Ph.D. experience) and 10 research publications in HEC-recognized journals (04 published in the last 5 years).
Assistant Professor (BS-19)
- Age Limit: 25 to 45 Years
- Disciplines: Punjabi (01), Zoology (01), Food Science & Technology (01), Mathematics (01), Accounting & Finance (01), Computer Science & IT (02), Metallurgy & Materials Engineering (01), English (Literature) (01), Physics (01), Botany (01), Supply Chain Management (01)
- Eligibility Criteria: Ph.D. in the relevant subject from an HEC-recognized university or institute.
Lecturer (BS-18)
- Age Limit: 21 to 35 Years
- Disciplines: Food Science & Technology (02), Computer Science & IT (03), Fashion Design (02), English (02), Environmental Sciences (01)
- Eligibility Criteria: MS/M.Phil (18 years of education) in the relevant field OR Bachelor’s in Designing (4 years) from an HEC-recognized institution. Applicants with a 3rd division in their academic career are ineligible; however, Ph.D. holders with no more than one 3rd division are eligible.
2. Non-Teaching Positions (Regular Basis – Punjab Domicile Only)
- Legal Advisor (Retainership Basis): LLM with 10 years experience OR LLB with 15 years experience. (Age: As per rules | Pay: Rs. 100,000/- per month retainer fee).
- Assistant Registrar (BS-17) (01 Post): Master’s degree, ACCA, ACMA, or BS (2nd Division) from an HEC-recognized university. (Age: 21 to 35 Years).
- Computer Programmer (BS-17) (02 Posts): Master’s degree or BS (2nd Div) in Computer Science, IT, Telecommunication, or equivalent. (Age: 21 to 35 Years).
- Security Officer (BS-17) (01 Post): Bachelor’s degree (2nd Div) OR retired commissioned officer from the Armed Forces (not retired on medical/disciplinary grounds, within 2 years of retirement). (Age: 21 to 35 Years).
- Horticulture Officer (BS-17) (01 Post): M.Sc (2nd Div) in Botany, Horticulture, or Forestry OR B.Sc (2nd Div) with 2 years relevant experience. (Age: 21 to 35 Years).
- Assistant (BS-16) (03 Posts): Master’s degree or BS (2nd Div) with 5 years experience in Microsoft Office. (Age: 21 to 35 Years).
3. Non-Teaching Positions (Contract Basis – Punjab Domicile Only)
- Security Guard (BS-05) (10 Posts): Ex-serviceman (Lance Naik or equivalent, age 30-35) OR Higher Secondary School Certificate (2nd Div) with physical standards (Height: 5’6″, Chest: 32″-34″).
- Bus Driver (BS-04) (06 Posts): Secondary School Certificate (2nd Div) + Valid HTV & PSV License + 5 years experience. (Age: 30 to 45 Years).
- Driver LTV (BS-04) (04 Posts): Secondary School Certificate (2nd Div) + Valid LTV & PSV License + 5 years experience. (Age: 18 to 30 Years).
- Plumber (BS-04) (01 Post): SSC (2nd Div) + Valid License/Certificate + 5 years experience. (Age: 18 to 30 Years).
- Carpenter (BS-04) (01 Post): SSC (2nd Div) + Diploma in relevant field. (Age: 18 to 30 Years).
- Mali (BS-01) (05 Posts): Literate. (Age: 18 to 25 Years).
- Bus Conductor (BS-01) (06 Posts): Literate. (Age: 18 to 25 Years).
- Sweeper (BS-01) (10 Posts): Literate. (Age: 18 to 25 Years).
Application Fee Structure
Applicants must deposit the processing fee via 1Link member bank ATM, mobile banking, internet banking, or over-the-counter payment:
- BS-19 & BS-20: Rs. 4,000/-
- BS-17 & BS-18: Rs. 2,500/-
- BS-15 & BS-16: Rs. 1,000/-
- BS-01 to BS-05: Rs. 500/-
How to Apply Online for BGNU Jobs 2026
- Visit the BGNU online job portal at
careers.bgnu.edu.pk. - Complete the registration process and submit your online application form.
- Pay the prescribed application fee through 1Link using your generated challan details.
- Print the completed application form.
- Attach recent passport-size photographs, attested copies of CNIC, Domicile, educational certificates, experience letters, and the original fee voucher.
- For Associate Professor: Include a soft copy of complete research publications in PDF format on a USB drive along with hard copies.
- Send the complete physical application dossier via registered courier service on or before August 28, 2026, to:
Postal Address:
Office of the Registrar, Baba Guru Nanak University, Nankana Sahib,
Danish Schools Faculty Hostel Building, Opposite District Courts, Nankana Sahib.
