Associate Professor and Assistant Professor Vacancies

Cochin University of Science and Technology

Job Location

Cochin, Kerala

Apply Deadline

15 Sep 2026

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📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT)
Job Category	Teaching
Eligibility Qualification	B.Tech (btech), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd)
Salary / Pay Scale	₹2,026 - ₹125,000 Per Month
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	- Associate Professor: Minimum 12 years of relevant experience (including 2 years as Chief Engineer officer onboard merchant ships). - Assistant Professor: No experience required (freshers eligible if qualifications are met).
Application Fee	- General/OBC: ₹950/- - SC/ST: ₹195/-

📄 Details & Description

- Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) invites online applications for Associate Professor and Assistant Professor positions under contract basis.
- Positions are available in Marine/Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, and Mathematics disciplines.
- No age limit has been specified for applicants.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- **Associate Professor**: B.Tech in Marine/Mechanical Engineering or Naval Architecture with First Class Certificate of Competency (MEO Class-I C.O.C), TOTA/VICT course certificate, and 12 years of relevant experience (including at least 2 years as Chief Engineer officer onboard merchant ships).
- **Assistant Professor**: Master's degree in Mathematics with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) from an Indian university or accredited foreign university, OR Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
- **Assistant Professor (NET/CSIR)**: Must qualify National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC/CSIR or an equivalent test accredited by UGC (as per UGC Regulations 2018).

⚙️ Selection Process

- Selection process details are not specified in the notification — refer to the official link for updates.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All

📂 Required Documents

- Scanned copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, and NET/CSIR/Ph.D. certificates (if applicable).
- First Class Certificate of Competency (MEO Class-I C.O.C) for Associate Professor applicants.
- TOTA/VICT course certificate for Associate Professor applicants.
- Passport-sized photograph and signature in prescribed format.

💳 Application Fee Details

- General/OBC: ₹950/-
- SC/ST: ₹195/-

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for CUSAT Recruitment 2026 for Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts?

The last date for online submission of applications is 15th September 2026.

Q. What is the application fee for General category candidates in CUSAT Recruitment 2026?

The application fee for General category candidates is ₹950/-.

Q. What is the salary for an Assistant Professor with a Ph.D. at CUSAT?

Assistant Professors with a Ph.D. will receive a monthly salary of ₹47,000/-.

Q. What is the required experience for the Associate Professor position at CUSAT?

Associate Professor candidates must have 12 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years as a Chief Engineer officer onboard merchant ships.

Q. Where can I download the official notification PDF for CUSAT Recruitment 2026?

The official notification PDF can be downloaded from the 'Important Links' section of the recruitment page or directly via the link: https://recruit.cusat.ac.in/files/NOTIFICATION_481.pdf