Agricultural Intern Opportunity at Central University of Punjab, Apply Now

Agricultural Intern Opportunity – at Central University of Punjab, Apply Now

Advt. No: PRO- 306 (2025) Dated: 25/09/2025

The Central University of Punjab (CUPB), Bathinda, invites applications for a short-term agricultural intern opportunity under a SERB-DST-funded research project. This project intern role is ideal for students and early-career researchers seeking hands-on experience in agriculture, socio-economic research, and groundwater studies.

About The University

The Central University of Punjab, Bathinda (CUPB), established under Act No. 25 of 2009 by the Parliament of India, is a premier institution dedicated to teaching, research, and innovation. The university actively engages in agricultural research, socio-economic studies, groundwater sustainability, and environmental research, providing valuable opportunities for young scholars to contribute to real-world challenges.

Agricultural Intern Opportunity – Project Details

• Project Title: Re-examining the Socio-Economic Externalities of Ground Water Depletion in Central Punjab: Possibilities and Challenges
• Funding Agency: SERB-DST
• Project Duration: 3 Years

Agricultural Intern Opportunity – Position Overview

• Name of the Post: Project Intern
• Number of Positions: 01
• Emoluments: ₹10,000 per month + TA (if field survey is involved)
• Term of Engagement: One Month
• Eligibility Criteria
  • Essential Qualification:
    • Graduation / Post-Graduation in any stream
  • Desirable Qualification:
    • Knowledge of agriculture or related practices (preferred for field surveys and agricultural research projects)
• Age Limit:
  • Below 30 years (as on the closing date of the application)

Agricultural Intern Opportunity – Key Responsibilities

The selected intern will:

• Assist in field surveys and agricultural data collection.
• Support socio-economic research on groundwater depletion in Punjab.
• Contribute to report drafting, documentation, and project-related research activities.
• Work closely with the project team under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.

Application Process fro Agricultural Intern Opportunity

• Last Date to Apply: 7th October 2025
• Mode of Application: Email the prescribed format to the Principal Investigator at [email protected]
• Interview Date: 14th October 2025 (Online) – From 12:00 Noon onwards

Applicants must bring all original documents during the interview/joining for verification.

Terms and Conditions

• The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview via email.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
• CUPB reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of positions or cancel the recruitment process at any time.
• Any misrepresentation or submission of false documents will result in the termination of candidature.

Contact for Queries

• Principal Investigator: Prof. (Dr.) Sandeep Kaur – Department of Economic Studies, Central University of Punjab, Village Ghudda, Bathinda – 151401, Punjab
• Email: [email protected]

Why Apply for This Agricultural Intern Opportunity?

• Gain hands-on field Agricultural research experience in agriculture and socio-economic studies.
• Exposure to groundwater depletion research and policy-relevant challenges.
• Work under the guidance of expert faculty with opportunities for networking and skill development.
• Short-term internships are ideal for students pursuing careers in agriculture, rural development, or research internships in Punjab.

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