The Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University (MBSPSU), Patiala, has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for recruitment to teaching and non-teaching positions at the university and its constituent colleges. A total of 122 vacancies are advertised for posts including Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Sports Trainer, Physiotherapist, Lecturer, Clerk, Accounts Assistant and other positions.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the university website. Applicants must also send four sets of the printed application and the required documents to the Registrar by the prescribed deadline.
MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | The Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University, Patiala |
| Post Name | Teaching and Non-Teaching Posts |
| Advertisement Number | 04/2026 |
| Apply Start Date | Not specified in the advertisement |
| Last Date | 04 December 2026 (Online) |
| Hard Copy Last Date | 09 December 2026 |
| Application Fees | Rs. 2,000 / Rs. 1,500 |
| Mode of Application | Online + Hard Copy Submission |
| Total Vacancies | 122 |
| Job Location | Patiala, Jalandhar and Kala Afghana (Gurdaspur), Punjab |
| Category | Punjab Government University Recruitment |
| Official Website | https://www.mbspsu.ac.in |
MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 09 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 04 December 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 04 December 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Hard Copies | 09 December 2026 |
MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | Rs. 2,000/- |
| SC/ST/BC/EWS/ESM/PWD | Rs. 1,500/- |
MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Patiala | Jalandhar | Kala Afghana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor (Physical Education) | 1 | 1 | — |
| Professor (Physiotherapy) | 2 | — | — |
| Associate Professor (Physical Education) | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Associate Professor (Physiotherapy) | 4 | — | — |
| Assistant Professor (Physical Education) | 9 | 9 | 6 |
| Assistant Professor (Physiotherapy) | 6 | — | — |
| Demonstrator (Physiotherapy) | 10 | — | — |
| Sports Trainer | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Yoga Trainer | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Dietician | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| University Librarian | 1 | — | — |
| College Librarian | — | — | 1 |
| Physiotherapist | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Technical Assistant | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Accounts Assistant | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Office Superintendent | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Storekeeper | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Lab Attendant | 10 | 2 | — |
| Assistant Librarian | 1 | — | — |
| Clerk | 1 | — | — |
| Lecturer | — | — | 6 |
| Total | 68 | 28 | 26 |
MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Professor (Physical Education) | Ph.D. in the concerned/allied discipline, required teaching or research experience, research publications and research score as prescribed. |
| Professor (Physiotherapy) | Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy with 10 years of experience. Ph.D. and publications are desirable. |
| Associate Professor (Physical Education) | Ph.D., Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, 8 years of teaching/research experience, and required research publications and score. |
| Associate Professor (Physiotherapy) | Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy with 8 years of experience as Assistant Professor. Ph.D. is desirable. |
| Assistant Professor (Physical Education) | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in the relevant/allied subject and NET/SLET/SET or applicable Ph.D. exemption as per UGC rules. |
| Assistant Professor (Physiotherapy) | Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Physiotherapy with at least 55% marks, as specified in the notification. |
| Sports Trainer | Graduation, one-year diploma in relevant sports coaching and at least 2 years of coaching experience, or the specified outstanding sports participation. |
| Yoga Trainer | Graduation with at least 55%, relevant one-year postgraduate diploma, Yoga Teacher and Evaluator certification, and 2 years of practical experience. |
| Dietician | Master’s Degree in Nutrition or Bachelor’s Degree in Home Science with a Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics. |
| University Librarian | Master’s Degree in Library/Information/Documentation Science with at least 55%, required experience, evidence of innovative library services and Ph.D. |
| Physiotherapist | 10+2 with Science and Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy. |
| Technical Assistant | B.E./B.Tech. in IT, ECE or Computer Science with the prescribed marks, or MCA with the specified experience. |
| Accounts Assistant | B.Com or a recognized degree with ICWA/CA (Inter)/CS (Inter), along with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Office Superintendent | Bachelor’s Degree, prescribed supervisory and Senior Assistant experience, and computer knowledge. |
| Storekeeper / Clerk | Bachelor’s Degree and prescribed computer course or DOEACC ‘O’ Level equivalent qualification. |
| Lab Attendant | 10+2, preferably Science, with the prescribed laboratory technology/sports science/physical education qualification and relevant exposure. |
| Assistant Librarian / College Librarian | Master’s Degree in Library/Information/Documentation Science with at least 55% marks and other conditions specified in the advertisement. |
| Lecturer | M.P.Ed. or equivalent with 55% marks, or B.P.Ed. with 50% marks and 8 years of school-level physical education experience. |
MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age criteria depend on the category of post:
| Post Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| College Teaching Posts | Maximum 45 years for General Category |
| Administrative and Ministerial / Non-Teaching Posts | 18 to 37 years as on 01 January 2026 |
Age Relaxation: Relaxation is available to eligible reserved categories, persons with disabilities, ex-servicemen, women in specified categories and other eligible candidates according to the university and Punjab Government rules.
MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection procedure depends on the post applied for.
- Written Exam
- Personal Interview
- Medical Test
MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Important Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before filling out the online application:
- Matriculation certificate for age proof.
- 10+2 certificate and mark sheet, wherever applicable.
- Graduation and post-graduation certificates and mark sheets.
- Ph.D. degree and research publications, where required.
- NET/SLET/SET certificate, if applicable.
- Experience certificates and supporting documents.
- Punjabi language qualification certificate, wherever applicable.
- SC/ST/BC/EWS/ESM/PWD certificate, if claiming reservation.
- Punjab Domicile/Residence Certificate, wherever applicable.
- Valid identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Scanned signature.
- Online application form and fee payment receipt.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), if employed in Government or another institution.
How to Apply for MBSPSU Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the application process:
- Visit the official website of Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University at **https://www.mbspsu.ac.in**.
- Open the recruitment section and find Advertisement No. 04/2026.
- Read the detailed advertisement and instructions for the relevant post carefully.
- Complete the registration on the recruitment portal.
- Log in and fill out the online application form with personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Review the application form and submit it before 04 December 2026.
- Take four printouts of the submitted application form.
- Prepare one complete set with self-attested certificates and testimonials. Prepare three additional sets containing only the application form printout.
- Send all four sets by courier, registered post or by hand so that they reach the Registrar by 09 December 2026.
Hard Copy Submission Address:
The Registrar,
The Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University,
Near Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law,
Bhadson Road, Patiala – 147001, Punjab.
MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Notification | Notification |
| MBSPSU Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| MBSPSU Official Website | mbspsu.ac.in |
