PU Guest Faculty in Commerce – Various Departments Recruitment 2026

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Panjab University, Chandigarh (PU)
Job Category	Teaching
Eligibility Qualification	Master's Degree (masters-degree), Commerce Degree (commerce-degree)
Number of Vacancies	1 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	Rs. 1500/- per lecture with a ceiling of Rs. 50,000/- per month
Gender Eligibility	both
Application Fee	• No explicit application fee mentioned in the provided job notification text.: [{'summary': 'The job posting does not specify any financial requirement for submitting an application.', 'clarification': 'Only the submission of two copies of the application form (Pages 1 to 12) along with self-attested certificates/documents is required.'}]

📄 Details & Description

- Applications are invited for the appointment of Guest Faculty in Commerce for the academic sessions 2026 and 2026-2027 (odd semester) in the Department of Evening Studies and Multi-Disciplinary Research Centre (MDRC) of Panjab University, Chandigarh.
- Classes will be taught for B.Com (FYUP) from Monday to Friday (Department of Evening Studies) and 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM (MDRC).
- The appointment is on a lecture basis with a token honorarium of Rs. 1500/- per lecture, capped at Rs. 50,000/- per month.
- No TA/DA will be provided for the interview.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree in Commerce from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/Physically & Visually Handicapped candidates).
- UGC-NET Requirement: Candidates must have cleared the UGC-NET in Commerce or equivalent tests like SLET/SET.
- Ph.D. Exemption: Candidates with a Ph.D. degree (as per UGC regulations) are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement.
- Additional Conditions for Ph.D. Holders: For Ph.D. candidates awarded before July 11, 2009, the following must be fulfilled:
- Ph.D. degree awarded in regular mode only.
- Thesis evaluated by at least two external examiners.
- Two research papers published, with at least one in a refereed journal based on Ph.D. work.
- Two papers presented in seminars/conferences based on Ph.D. work.
- Open Ph.D. viva-voce conducted.
- Certified by Vice-Chancellor/Pro-Vice-Chancellor/Dean (Academic Affairs)/Dean (University Instructions).

⚙️ Selection Process

- Selection will be based on qualifications and eligibility criteria as per the notification.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (date to be intimated via email).

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

General, OBC, SC, ST, Physically & Visually Handicapped

📂 Required Documents

- Two (02) copies of the complete application form (Pages 1 to 12).
- Self-attested copies of all relevant certificates/documents.

💳 Application Fee Details

• No explicit application fee mentioned in the provided job notification text.: [{'summary': 'The job posting does not specify any financial requirement for submitting an application.', 'clarification': 'Only the submission of two copies of the application form (Pages 1 to 12) along with self-attested certificates/documents is required.'}]

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for Guest Faculty in Commerce at Panjab University?

The last date to submit the application is 23rd October 2026.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for the Guest Faculty in Commerce post?

Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Commerce with UGC-NET in Commerce or a Ph.D. degree (exempted from NET).

Q. What is the salary structure for the Guest Faculty position?

The salary is Rs. 1500/- per lecture, with a maximum of Rs. 50,000/- per month.

Q. Will TA/DA be provided for the interview?

No, no TA/DA will be provided for the interview.

Q. Where should I submit the application form?

Submit two copies of the application form (Pages 1 to 12) along with self-attested certificates in the office of DES-MDRC, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014.