- Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), Kollam, has announced 32 contract-based Assistant Professor vacancies across 16 disciplines.
- Positions are available in Arabic, Hindi, English, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Social Work (BSW & MSW), Public Administration (BA & MA), Commerce, Business Studies, Computer Science (BCA, MCA, BSc Data Science), Philosophy, Library Science, Mathematics (MSc), and Multimedia (BSc).
- Engagement is strictly on a contract basis with a consolidated monthly pay of ₹50,000 for all selected candidates.
- The recruitment follows a three-stage process: shortlisting, interview/academic presentation, and document verification.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Ph.D.
Sreenarayanaguru Open University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), Kollam
Total Vacancies
32
Job Location
Kollam, Kerala
Apply Deadline
11 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), Kollam (SGOU) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 32 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Consolidated monthly pay of ₹50,000 (on contract basis) |
| Age Limits | Maximum 50 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • General / OBC applicants: ₹1,000/- • SC / ST / PwBD applicants: ₹500/- |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the relevant/allied subject from a recognized Indian university or equivalent foreign university.
- For Computer Science and Data Science (BCA, MCA, BSc Data Science), candidates with a Master of Technology (M.Tech) degree (as per AICTE norms) will also be considered alongside Master of Science.
- Eligibility Proof: Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) in the relevant discipline conducted by UGC, CSIR, or SLET/SET, OR hold a Ph.D. degree in compliance with UGC regulations.
- Age Limit: Maximum age of 50 years as of January 1, 2026, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government of Kerala and UGC norms.
- Reservations: Applies as per Government of Kerala and UGC regulations.
- For Computer Science and Data Science (BCA, MCA, BSc Data Science), candidates with a Master of Technology (M.Tech) degree (as per AICTE norms) will also be considered alongside Master of Science.
- Eligibility Proof: Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) in the relevant discipline conducted by UGC, CSIR, or SLET/SET, OR hold a Ph.D. degree in compliance with UGC regulations.
- Age Limit: Maximum age of 50 years as of January 1, 2026, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government of Kerala and UGC norms.
- Reservations: Applies as per Government of Kerala and UGC regulations.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Based on academic record, teaching/research experience, academic score, and Open and Distance Learning (ODL)-relevant experience.
- Interview/Academic Presentation: Conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee.
- Document Verification: Final verification of submitted documents.
- Interview/Academic Presentation: Conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee.
- Document Verification: Final verification of submitted documents.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, PwBD
📂 Required Documents
- Recent passport-size photograph and specimen signature.
- Matriculation/Higher Secondary certificate (proof of date of birth).
- Marksheets and degree certificates of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. (if applicable).
- Valid NET certificate (or Ph.D. notification/certificate with UGC-Regulations compliance certificate).
- Caste/PwBD certificate (if applicable, in prescribed format).
- Experience certificates, list of publications with proofs (ISSN/ISBN/DOI), and duly filled Academic/Research Score (API/PBAS) proforma.
- Proof of application-fee payment.
- No Objection Certificate (for in-service candidates).
- Matriculation/Higher Secondary certificate (proof of date of birth).
- Marksheets and degree certificates of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. (if applicable).
- Valid NET certificate (or Ph.D. notification/certificate with UGC-Regulations compliance certificate).
- Caste/PwBD certificate (if applicable, in prescribed format).
- Experience certificates, list of publications with proofs (ISSN/ISBN/DOI), and duly filled Academic/Research Score (API/PBAS) proforma.
- Proof of application-fee payment.
- No Objection Certificate (for in-service candidates).
💳 Application Fee Details
• General / OBC applicants: ₹1,000/-
• SC / ST / PwBD applicants: ₹500/-
• SC / ST / PwBD applicants: ₹500/-
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for Assistant Professor positions at SGOU?
There are a total of 32 vacancies across 16 disciplines for Assistant Professor roles at Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), Kollam.
Q.
What is the last date to apply online for SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is November 11, 2026, and the hard copy must be received by November 18, 2026.
Q.
What is the monthly salary for Assistant Professor positions at SGOU?
The selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly pay of ₹50,000 on a contract basis.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to these Assistant Professor positions?
The maximum age limit is 50 years as of January 1, 2026, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government of Kerala and UGC norms.
Q.
Is a Ph.D. mandatory for eligibility in these Assistant Professor vacancies?
No, a Ph.D. is not mandatory. Candidates must either have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) in the relevant discipline or hold a Ph.D. degree in compliance with UGC regulations.