- Recruitment for contractual Assistant Professor positions across multiple departments.
- Open to candidates with expertise in specified fields of specialization.
- Temporary positions with potential for extension based on performance and requirements.
- Part of a central university established by an Act of Parliament.
- Opportunity to contribute to academic excellence in a diverse and dynamic environment.
TU
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Ph.D.
Various Teaching Positions (Assistant Professor - Contractual)
Tezpur University
Job Location
Tezpur, Assam (India)
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Tezpur University (TU) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | As per UGC norms for contractual Assistant Professor positions. |
| Age Limits | Maximum 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Fresh candidates with UGC/CSIR NET qualification are eligible. - Candidates with teaching or research experience will be given preference. - Experience in relevant field is desirable but not mandatory for fresh candidates. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee for SC/ST/PWD/Ex-serviceman candidates. - General/OBC candidates: Rs. 1000/- (non-refundable). - Application fee must be paid online via the university's payment gateway. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Master's degree in the relevant field with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) from a recognized university.
- Ph.D. degree in the relevant field is mandatory for appointment as Assistant Professor.
- For SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/PWD candidates, minimum 50% marks in Master's degree is acceptable.
- Candidates must have cleared UGC/CSIR NET or equivalent examination.
- Preference may be given to candidates with M.Phil. or post-doctoral research experience.
- Maximum age limit: 40 years (relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government norms).
- Proficiency in teaching and research in the chosen field of specialization.
- Ph.D. degree in the relevant field is mandatory for appointment as Assistant Professor.
- For SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/PWD candidates, minimum 50% marks in Master's degree is acceptable.
- Candidates must have cleared UGC/CSIR NET or equivalent examination.
- Preference may be given to candidates with M.Phil. or post-doctoral research experience.
- Maximum age limit: 40 years (relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government norms).
- Proficiency in teaching and research in the chosen field of specialization.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on academic qualifications, research publications, and teaching experience.
- Screening Committee evaluates candidates using a scoring system (Annexure-II).
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- Final selection based on interview performance, academic record, and relevant experience.
- Weightage: Academic Score (80 marks), Research Publications (10 marks), Teaching Experience (10 marks).
- Candidates must produce original certificates and documents at the time of interview.
- Screening Committee evaluates candidates using a scoring system (Annexure-II).
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- Final selection based on interview performance, academic record, and relevant experience.
- Weightage: Academic Score (80 marks), Research Publications (10 marks), Teaching Experience (10 marks).
- Candidates must produce original certificates and documents at the time of interview.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PWD)
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled application form (Annexure-I) with recent passport-sized photograph.
- Self-attested copies of all educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Proof of date of birth (e.g., Class 10 certificate).
- Caste certificate (if applicable) issued by competent authority.
- Disability certificate (if applicable) issued by a medical authority.
- Experience certificates from previous employers (if any).
- UGC/CSIR NET/JRF certificate or equivalent.
- Research publications (if any) with ISBN/ISSN/UGC-approved journal details.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if employed).
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
- Proof of address (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
- Self-attested copies of all educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Proof of date of birth (e.g., Class 10 certificate).
- Caste certificate (if applicable) issued by competent authority.
- Disability certificate (if applicable) issued by a medical authority.
- Experience certificates from previous employers (if any).
- UGC/CSIR NET/JRF certificate or equivalent.
- Research publications (if any) with ISBN/ISSN/UGC-approved journal details.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if employed).
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
- Proof of address (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee for SC/ST/PWD/Ex-serviceman candidates.
- General/OBC candidates: Rs. 1000/- (non-refundable).
- Application fee must be paid online via the university's payment gateway.
- General/OBC candidates: Rs. 1000/- (non-refundable).
- Application fee must be paid online via the university's payment gateway.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What are the eligibility criteria for applying to teaching positions at Tezpur University?
Eligibility criteria include educational qualifications such as graduation, post-graduation, M.Phil., and Ph.D., along with NET/JRF, SLET/SET, research publications, teaching experience, and awards as per UGC regulations. Specific scores are awarded for each criterion as outlined in Annexure-II.
Q.
How is the shortlisting process conducted for interview selection?
Shortlisting is based on a scoring system where candidates are evaluated on academic records, research publications, teaching experience, and awards. The total score is out of 100, with academic scores contributing 80, research publications 10, and teaching experience 10.
Q.
What documents are required to be attached with the application form?
Applicants must attach photocopies of certificates and mark sheets for all examinations starting from Class 10th, along with GATE/UGC/CSIR NET clearance details, employment particulars, research experience, and publications (if any).
Q.
Is there any relaxation in eligibility criteria for reserved categories?
Yes, relaxation is provided for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer) and PWD candidates in post-graduation marks (50% instead of 55%) and other criteria as per UGC regulations.
Q.
What is the procedure for declaring incorrect information in the application?
The declaration states that all information provided must be true and complete. If any information is found incorrect, the competent authority may take appropriate action against the applicant at any stage.