Assistant Professor (Tenure Basis) – Economics Recruitment 2026

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT)

Total Vacancies

Job Location

Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi, Kerala

Apply Deadline

24 Oct 2026

🚫 Applications Closed 📄 View PDF Notification

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) (CUSAT)
Job Category	Teaching
Eligibility Qualification	Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd)
Number of Vacancies	2 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹45,000–₹47,000 per month (Ph.D. holders: ₹47,000; others: ₹45,000)
Gender Eligibility	both
Application Fee	• General/OBC candidates: ₹950/- • SC/ST candidates: ₹195/-

📄 Details & Description

- CUSAT invites applications for 2 tenure-based Assistant Professor positions in Economics under the Centre for Budget Studies.
- Open to candidates with a Master’s degree in Economics/Econometrics (55% marks) and UGC NET/CSIR qualification or a Ph.D. degree.
- Applicants must apply online via the official CUSAT website by 24 October 2026 and submit a hard copy of the application.
- The selection process includes an online application review followed by a department-level and university-level assessment.
- Salary ranges from ₹45,000–₹47,000 per month depending on qualification (Ph.D. holders receive ₹47,000).
- No minimum or maximum age limit is specified in the notification.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Economics/Econometrics from a recognized Indian university or equivalent foreign degree.
- NET/CSIR Requirement: Valid UGC NET or CSIR qualification (exempted for Ph.D. holders as per UGC Regulations 2018).
- Ph.D. Exemption: Ph.D. degree holders are exempted from NET/CSIR requirements.
- Must comply with UGC Regulations 2018 for eligibility.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Online Application Review: Initial screening of submitted applications.
- Department-Level Assessment: Evaluation by the relevant academic department.
- Comprehensive University Review: Final selection by CUSAT’s hiring committee.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

General, OBC, SC, ST

📂 Required Documents

- Photograph (passport-sized, scanned).
- Signature (scanned).
- Marksheets (Master’s degree and Ph.D. if applicable).
- NET/CSIR Certificate (if applicable; exempted for Ph.D. holders).
- Proof of Age (if required for verification).
- Hard Copy of Application (to be sent to The Registrar, CUSAT, Kochi).

💳 Application Fee Details

• General/OBC candidates: ₹950/- • SC/ST candidates: ₹195/-

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many vacancies are available for Assistant Professor (Tenure Basis) – Economics at CUSAT?

There are 2 vacancies available for the Assistant Professor (Tenure Basis) – Economics position at CUSAT.

Q. What is the last date to apply for CUSAT’s Assistant Professor (Tenure Basis) – Economics recruitment?

The last date to submit the online application is 24 October 2026.

Q. Is a Ph.D. mandatory for the Assistant Professor (Tenure Basis) – Economics post at CUSAT?

No, a Ph.D. is not mandatory, but candidates with a Ph.D. are exempted from the UGC NET/CSIR requirement. A Master’s degree with 55% marks in Economics/Econometrics is the minimum qualification.

Q. What is the salary for Ph.D. holders in this recruitment?

Ph.D. holders will receive a monthly salary of ₹47,000, while other contract teachers receive ₹45,000 per month.

Q. Where should the hard copy of the application be sent?

The hard copy of the application must be sent to The Registrar, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi – 682 022.