- Engagement of Guest Faculty for various departments on a temporary basis.
- Positions available for one semester (six months) with no claim to permanent employment.
- Honorarium of Rs. 1,500 per lecture, capped at Rs. 50,000 per month.
- Superannuated teachers (up to 70 years) may also apply.
- Selected candidates may be terminated without notice if performance is unsatisfactory.
CUT
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Ph.D.
Guest Faculty Positions
Central University of Tamil Nadu
Total Vacancies
29
Job Location
Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu
Apply Deadline
07 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 29 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹1,500 - ₹50,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 70 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Prior teaching or relevant professional experience is preferred but not mandatory. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official notification for updates. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Master's degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the relevant subject from an Indian University or accredited foreign University.
- Candidates must have cleared UGC NET/CSIR NET or hold a Ph.D. in the relevant subject (exempt from NET requirement).
- Qualifications must meet UGC 2018 regulations for Assistant Professors.
- Proficiency in the subject language (e.g., Tamil, Hindi) is required for language-specific departments.
- Candidates must have cleared UGC NET/CSIR NET or hold a Ph.D. in the relevant subject (exempt from NET requirement).
- Qualifications must meet UGC 2018 regulations for Assistant Professors.
- Proficiency in the subject language (e.g., Tamil, Hindi) is required for language-specific departments.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or demonstration of teaching skills.
- Final selection will be based on academic qualifications, experience, and interview performance.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or demonstration of teaching skills.
- Final selection will be based on academic qualifications, experience, and interview performance.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled and signed application proforma (preferably typed or neatly handwritten).
- Scanned copies of self-attested testimonials (qualification, experience, age proof, etc.).
- NET/CSIR scorecard or Ph.D. certificate (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Disability certificate (if applicable).
- All documents must be combined into a single PDF file.
- Scanned copies of self-attested testimonials (qualification, experience, age proof, etc.).
- NET/CSIR scorecard or Ph.D. certificate (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Disability certificate (if applicable).
- All documents must be combined into a single PDF file.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official notification for updates.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Guest Faculty positions at Central University of Tamil Nadu?
Candidates must have a Master's degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the relevant subject from an Indian University or an accredited foreign University. They must have cleared the UGC NET/CSIR or hold a Ph.D. in the relevant subject. The qualifications are equivalent to the minimum requirements for Assistant Professors as per UGC Regulations, 2018.
Q.
What is the honorarium for selected Guest Faculty members?
Selected candidates will receive an honorarium of Rs. 1500 per lecture, with a maximum limit of Rs. 50,000 per month.
Q.
What is the duration of engagement for Guest Faculty positions?
The selected candidates will be engaged on a purely temporary basis for one semester or six months. The services may be terminated without notice if performance is unsatisfactory.
Q.
Can retired teachers apply for Guest Faculty positions?
Yes, superannuated teachers may be considered for engagement as Guest Faculty, subject to a maximum age limit of 70 years.
Q.
What benefits are not provided to Guest Faculty members?
Guest Faculty members will not receive allowances, pension, gratuity, or leave benefits as applicable to regular teachers.