Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 for the recruitment of 45 Group ‘C’ non-teaching posts.
The vacancies include 15 Steno Typist, 20 Clerk and 10 Storekeeper posts, giving eligible graduates an opportunity to join the university’s non-teaching staff.
The online application process is scheduled to begin on 16 September 2026, while the last date to submit the online application is 8 October 2026 up to 4:00 PM. Candidates should check the post-wise educational qualification, Punjabi language requirement, computer course eligibility, selection process and applicable fee before applying.
GADVASU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 03/2026) – Overview
45 Group ‘C’ Posts — Steno Typist, Clerk & Storekeeper | Apply Online 16 September – 8 October 2026
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana |
| Advertisement Number | 03/2026 |
| Post Names | Steno Typist, Clerk, Storekeeper |
| Total Vacancies | 45 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Selection Process | Punjabi Language Test (Qualifying) → Main Examination → Skill/Proficiency Test → Document Verification |
| Job Location | GADVASU, Ludhiana, Punjab |
| Official Website | www.gadvasu.in |
About GADVASU
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana, is a premier state university dedicated to veterinary, animal husbandry, dairy, and fisheries sciences education and research in Punjab. Through Advertisement No. 03/2026, the University has invited online applications from eligible candidates for 45 Group ‘C’ non-teaching posts — Steno Typist, Clerk, and Storekeeper — offering a stable long-term career at one of Punjab’s leading agricultural-sciences universities.
Important Dates 2026
- Start of Receiving Online Applications: 16 September 2026
- Close of Receiving Online Applications: 08 October 2026, 4:00 PM
- Last Date for Receiving Hard Copies (only for in-service candidates, forwarded through proper channel): 21 October 2026, 4:00 PM
- Eligibility Cut-off Date: Last date to apply online (08.10.2026)
Note: Applications must be submitted online only, along with the prescribed fee, by the stipulated date. The hard-copy submission window (21 October 2026) applies exclusively to candidates already working in Government/PSU/Autonomous bodies who need to forward their application through proper channel — it is not a general offline option for all candidates.
Key Highlights of This Recruitment
- Punjabi Language proficiency at Matric level is compulsory for all three posts — candidates without this qualification are not eligible, regardless of their other qualifications
- Selection process differs by post: Steno Typist requires a Shorthand Proficiency Test (English + Punjabi), Clerk requires a Typing Proficiency Test, and Storekeeper has no skill test — merit is based directly on the Main Examination
- The Punjabi Language Test is qualifying only (minimum 50%) — it does not count towards final merit, but failing it disqualifies the candidate regardless of Main Exam performance
- A specific 120-hour computer course (or equivalent DOEACC ‘O’ Level) is mandatory for all three posts — a generic “computer literate” claim will not suffice
- The University reserves the right to increase, decrease, or withdraw any advertised post at any stage without assigning any reason
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Sr. No. | Name of the Post | No. of Posts |
| 1 | Steno Typist | 15 |
| 2 | Clerk | 20 |
| 3 | Storekeeper | 10 |
| Total | 45 | |
Note: The number of vacancies is subject to increase, decrease, or withdrawal at the sole discretion of the University at any stage of the recruitment process, without assigning any reason.
Educational Qualification — Post-Wise
| Post | Essential Qualification |
| Steno Typist | 1. Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University/Institution. 2. At least a 120-hour “Hands on Experience” course in Personal Computer use/IT in Office Productivity Applications/Desktop Publishing Applications from a Govt.-recognized or ISO 9001-certified reputed Institution, OR a course in Computer Information Technology equivalent to DOEACC ‘O’ Level. 3. Matriculation-level pass in Punjabi Language from Punjab School Education Board or any other recognized Board (as first, second, or additional language), on or before the last date of application. |
| Clerk | Same three requirements as Steno Typist — Bachelor’s degree + 120-hour computer course (or DOEACC ‘O’ Level) + Matric-level Punjabi. |
| Storekeeper | 1. Bachelor’s degree with Economics / B.Com. / B.B.A. from a recognized University/Institution. 2. Same 120-hour computer course requirement (or DOEACC ‘O’ Level) as above. 3. Same Matric-level Punjabi Language requirement as above. |
Important: Candidates must ensure they fulfil the prescribed minimum eligibility criteria — educational qualification, age, category, and other applicable conditions — as on the last date to apply online. Eligibility will be verified strictly as per the attached/uploaded documents; candidates not meeting the criteria will face outright rejection and will not be allowed to appear at any stage of the selection process, including written/proficiency tests.
Which Post Should You Apply For?
| Candidate Profile | Suitable GADVASU Post |
| Bachelor’s degree + Computer Course + Punjabi at Matric level + good shorthand skills | Steno Typist |
| Bachelor’s degree + Computer Course + Punjabi at Matric level + good typing speed | Clerk |
| Bachelor’s in Economics/B.Com/B.B.A + Computer Course + Punjabi at Matric level | Storekeeper |
Application Fee
The application fee will be as prescribed in the post-wise detailed notification available on the official website. Candidates are advised to check www.gadvasu.in for the exact fee applicable to their category before applying, and to submit the fee online along with the application by the stipulated closing date.
Selection Process — Post-Wise
Steno Typist Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| Exam-I: Punjabi Language Test | Matric Level — Qualifying in nature, minimum 50% marks, 60 minutes duration, no negative marking |
| Exam-II: Main Examination | 100 questions, 100 marks, 100 minutes duration, negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer, minimum 40% marks to qualify |
| Shorthand Proficiency Test | Dictation at 80 wpm and transcription at 15 wpm, in both English and Punjabi, on a 400-word passage; maximum 8% mistakes allowed; marks count towards final merit |
| Merit Preparation | Exam-II (30% weightage) + Shorthand Proficiency Test English (35%) + Shorthand Proficiency Test Punjabi (35%) |
| Document Verification | Verification of original documents for shortlisted candidates |
Clerk Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| Exam-I: Punjabi Language Test | Matric Level — Qualifying in nature, minimum 50% marks, 60 minutes duration, no negative marking |
| Exam-II: Main Examination | 100 questions, 100 marks, 100 minutes duration, negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer, minimum 40% marks to qualify |
| Typing Proficiency Test | Typing test in Punjabi and English on computer at 30 wpm speed, maximum 8% mistakes allowed — qualifying in nature only |
| Merit Preparation | Based solely on marks obtained in Exam-II |
| Document Verification | Verification of original documents for shortlisted candidates |
Storekeeper Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| Exam-I: Punjabi Language Test | Matric Level — Qualifying in nature, minimum 50% marks, 60 minutes duration, no negative marking |
| Exam-II: Main Examination | Part A (30 questions, 30 marks) + Part B (70 questions, 70 marks), 100 minutes duration, negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer, minimum 40% marks required in both parts separately |
| Merit Preparation | Based solely on marks obtained in Exam-II (Parts A and B combined) |
| Document Verification | Verification of original documents for shortlisted candidates |
Tie-Breaking Rule: In case of a tie in final merit, the older candidate is ranked higher; if the tie persists, the candidate with a higher percentage in Graduation is ranked higher; if still tied, the candidate with a higher percentage in Matriculation is ranked higher.
How to Apply Online — Step by Step
- Visit the official website: www.gadvasu.in
- Locate Advertisement No. 03/2026 for Non-Teaching Posts and read it thoroughly, along with the post-specific eligibility/selection/syllabus PDF for Steno Typist, Clerk, or Storekeeper as applicable
- Click on the online application link and register with your personal and educational details
- Fill in the application form carefully — post applied for, category, educational qualifications, computer course details, and Punjabi language qualification
- Upload the required photograph, signature, and supporting documents as specified
- Pay the prescribed application fee online
- Review all entries carefully and submit the application before 08 October 2026, 4:00 PM
- In-service candidates: also forward a hard copy of the application through proper channel, to reach the University by 21 October 2026, 4:00 PM
- Save/print the submitted application for future reference
Documents Required
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and mark sheets (Economics/B.Com/B.B.A specifically for Storekeeper)
- Matriculation certificate showing Punjabi as first/second/additional language, or equivalent Punjabi language qualification proof
- 120-hour computer course certificate (from a Govt.-recognized or ISO 9001-certified institution) OR DOEACC ‘O’ Level equivalent certificate
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), if applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature (for online upload)
- Valid photo ID proof
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) — for candidates already employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous bodies, along with application forwarded through proper channel
Job Profile — What These Posts Involve
- Steno Typist: Taking dictation in shorthand and transcribing it accurately in both English and Punjabi, drafting correspondence, and providing secretarial support to University officials
- Clerk: General administrative and clerical work — file handling, data entry, typing correspondence, record maintenance in University departments
- Storekeeper: Managing inventory and store records, procurement documentation, stock verification, and maintaining accounts related to University stores/equipment
- All three posts are based at the GADVASU campus in Ludhiana, Punjab, and are part of the University’s Group ‘C’ administrative cadre
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online only, along with the prescribed fee, by the stipulated date — no offline mode is available for regular candidates
- The minimum eligibility criteria will be verified strictly as per attached/uploaded documents; candidates not fulfilling the criteria will face outright rejection and will not be permitted to appear in any stage of selection, including written/proficiency tests
- The University reserves the right to increase, decrease, or withdraw any advertised post at any stage, without assigning any reason
- The University also reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process at any stage
- All updates/corrigendum related to this recruitment shall be available only on the University website — check www.gadvasu.in regularly
Important Links |
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| Apply Online (Advt. 03/2026) | Click Here (Active 16 Sep – 8 Oct 2026) |
| Official Notification | click here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Name of the Posts | Minimum Eligibility Criteria, Selection Procedure and Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Steno Typist | Click here to View/Download |
| Clerk | Click here to View/Download |
| Storekeeper | Click here to View/Download |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q. How many total posts are there in GADVASU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026? 45 posts — 15 Steno Typist, 20 Clerk, and 10 Storekeeper.
- Q. Is Punjabi language knowledge compulsory? Yes, all candidates must have passed Punjabi at Matriculation level (or equivalent) from a recognized Board, for all three posts.
- Q. Is the Punjabi Language Test counted in the final merit? No, it is qualifying in nature (minimum 50% required) and does not contribute to the final merit score.
- Q. Is there a skill test for Storekeeper? No, unlike Steno Typist (Shorthand Test) and Clerk (Typing Test), Storekeeper selection is based directly on the Main Examination (Part A + Part B) with no separate skill test.
- Q. What typing/shorthand speed is required? Steno Typist needs 80 wpm dictation and 15 wpm transcription in English and Punjabi; Clerk needs 30 wpm typing speed in both languages.
- Q. Is there negative marking in the Main Examination? Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer, and a minimum of 40% marks is required to qualify.
- Q. Can in-service candidates apply offline? No — even in-service candidates must apply online first; they additionally need to send a hard copy through proper channel by 21 October 2026.