Assistant Professor (Commerce) Recruitment 2026

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment drive by Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) for Assistant Professor positions in the Commerce department.
- Total of 3 vacancies available for the post of Assistant Professor (Commerce).
- Fixed monthly salary of Rs. 40,000/- for selected candidates.
- Online application process with a last date of 05-08-2026.
- Selection based on application screening followed by an interview on 22-08-2026.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Master's degree in Commerce or a relevant subject with at least 55% marks from an Indian university, or an equivalent degree from a foreign university.
- Ph.D. degree from a foreign university ranked among the top 500 globally (QS, THE, or ARWU rankings) is also eligible.
- Candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC, CSIR, or similar tests like SLET/SET, unless exempted.
- Exemption from NET/SLET/SET if holding a Ph.D. degree as per UGC Regulations (2009 or 2016) with specific evaluation criteria met.
- Age relaxation of 5% at Bachelor's and Master's levels for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and Differently-Abled candidates.

🏆 Selection Process

- Initial screening of submitted applications based on eligibility and qualifications.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview scheduled on 22-08-2026.
- Final selection based on interview performance and document verification.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Aligarh Muslim University
Location / State	Uttar Pradesh
Job Location	Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
Category Eligibility	All (with age relaxation for reserved categories)
Last Date to Apply	05 August 2026

📊 AMU Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Assistant Professor (Commerce)	3
Total	3

📁 Required Documents

- Master's degree certificate and mark sheets.
- Ph.D. degree certificate and mark sheets (if applicable).
- NET/SLET/SET qualification certificate (if applicable).
- Proof of foreign university ranking (for Ph.D. holders from top 500 universities).
- Caste certificate (if applicable for reserved categories).
- Disability certificate (if applicable for Differently-Abled candidates).
- Passport-sized photograph and signature.
- Any other documents as specified in the official notification.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 3 for the post of Assistant Professor (Commerce).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for the AMU Assistant Professor recruitment?

A. The last date to submit the online application form and printed application with documents is 05 August 2026.

Q. How many vacancies are available for the Assistant Professor post?

A. There are a total of 3 vacancies for the Assistant Professor post in Commerce at Aligarh Muslim University.

Q. What is the educational qualification required for the Assistant Professor post?

A. Candidates need a Master's degree with 55% marks in a relevant subject, or a Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked among the top 500. NET/SLET/SET is generally required unless exempted.

Q. What is the salary offered for the Assistant Professor position?

A. The selected candidates will receive a fixed salary of Rs. 40,000/- per month.

Q. What is the application fee for the AMU Assistant Professor recruitment?

A. The application fee for all categories is Rs. 500.