- Contract-based recruitment for the academic year 2026-27, valid until April 15, 2027.
- Positions available in Hindi (Graduate School), Microbiology/Biotechnology (NIPST), and Environmental Science (IIRBS).
- Engagement strictly on a contract basis with no guarantee of extension beyond the specified period.
- Candidates must meet UGC norms for eligibility and qualifications.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Ph.D.
Assistant Professor on Contract Vacancies (2026-27)
Mahatma Gandhi University
Total Vacancies
3
Job Location
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala (Institute for Integrated Programmes and Research in Basic Sciences (IIRBS), National Institute of Plant Science Technology (NIPST), and Graduate School)
Apply Start
14 Oct 2026
Apply Deadline
24 Oct 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 3 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Consolidated pay of ₹40,000 per month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 70 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Details: [{'message': 'No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided raw job notification text.'}, {'note': 'If an application fee is required, it is not disclosed in this notification.'}] |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: As per UGC Regulations for Assistant Professors. Retired teachers from colleges/universities may apply, with a maximum age limit of 70 years as of January 1, 2026.
- Qualification: Must comply with UGC norms for the respective discipline.
- Teaching Experience: Not explicitly mentioned; reliance on UGC norms for minimum qualifications.
- Research Experience: Not explicitly mentioned; reliance on UGC norms for minimum qualifications.
- Qualification: Must comply with UGC norms for the respective discipline.
- Teaching Experience: Not explicitly mentioned; reliance on UGC norms for minimum qualifications.
- Research Experience: Not explicitly mentioned; reliance on UGC norms for minimum qualifications.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection based on qualifications, experience, and submitted documents as per UGC norms.
- No written test, interview, or other selection criteria mentioned in the notification.
- No written test, interview, or other selection criteria mentioned in the notification.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, V (Viswakarma), LC/AI (Latin Catholic/Anglo Indian), PH (Differently-Abled), EWS
📂 Required Documents
- Scanned copies of age proof (e.g., birth certificate, passport).
- Community Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable).
- Differently-Abled Certificate (if applicable, as per State Government criteria).
- EWS Certificate (if applicable).
- Mark lists and Degree Certificates for all qualifications.
- Proof of UGC-approved/peer-reviewed journals for published articles, including impact factor details.
- Experience Certificate (if applicable).
- Awards and Achievements (if any).
- Proof of CGPA to Percentage Conversion (if applicable).
- Equivalency/Eligibility Certificate (if degree obtained from outside Kerala).
- Duly filled proforma attached to the notification.
- Community Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable).
- Differently-Abled Certificate (if applicable, as per State Government criteria).
- EWS Certificate (if applicable).
- Mark lists and Degree Certificates for all qualifications.
- Proof of UGC-approved/peer-reviewed journals for published articles, including impact factor details.
- Experience Certificate (if applicable).
- Awards and Achievements (if any).
- Proof of CGPA to Percentage Conversion (if applicable).
- Equivalency/Eligibility Certificate (if degree obtained from outside Kerala).
- Duly filled proforma attached to the notification.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Details: [{'message': 'No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided raw job notification text.'}, {'note': 'If an application fee is required, it is not disclosed in this notification.'}]
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Assistant Professor on Contract positions at Mahatma Gandhi University?
The last date to apply is October 24, 2026, which is 10 days from the notification date of October 14, 2026.
Q.
What is the salary for the Assistant Professor on Contract positions?
The consolidated pay for the Assistant Professor on Contract positions is ₹40,000 per month for the academic year 2026-27.
Q.
Are there any age restrictions for applicants?
The maximum age limit for applicants is 70 years as of January 1, 2026. Retired teachers from colleges/universities are also eligible.
Q.
What documents are required to be submitted with the application?
Required documents include scanned copies of age proof, community certificates (if applicable), degree certificates, mark lists, proof of UGC-approved publications, experience certificates, and equivalency certificates if degrees were obtained outside Kerala.
Q.
How many vacancies are available for each discipline?
There is 1 vacancy each for Hindi (Graduate School), Microbiology/Biotechnology (NIPST), and Environmental Science (IIRBS).