Assistant Professor (Contract Basis) in Teaching Departments

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	University of Kerala (UOK)
Job Category	Teaching
Eligibility Qualification	Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd)
Number of Vacancies	1 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹45,000 - ₹45,000 Per Month
Age Limits	Maximum 50 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Application Fee	₹500 for General/OBC candidates. ₹250 for SC/ST candidates.

📄 Details & Description

Recruitment of qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Professor on a contract basis across all teaching departments of the University of Kerala.
Positions are available for anticipated vacancies, subject to the appointment of permanent faculty.
Contract duration: Eleven months or until a permanent faculty member is appointed, whichever is earlier.
Monthly consolidated pay: ₹45,000 (Rupees Forty Five Thousand Only).

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Master's Degree in the concerned/relevant/allied subject with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent grade) from an Indian University.
A relaxation of 5% marks is provided for SC/ST candidates.
Qualification must include either National Eligibility Test (NET) for Assistant Professor or a Ph.D. Degree in the subject concerned.
Maximum age limit: 50 years as on 01.01.2026 (relaxation applicable for SC/ST, OBC candidates as per government norms).

⚙️ Selection Process

Applications will be scrutinized for eligibility.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview via email.
Interview will be conducted with original certificates and self-attested copies.
Final selection will be based on interview performance and document verification.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

General, OBC, SC, ST (with relaxation as per government norms)

📂 Required Documents

Master's Degree mark sheets and certificates.
NET/Ph.D. certificate (as applicable).
Age proof document (e.g., SSLC certificate).
Caste certificate (if applicable for reservation).
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if employed).
Eligibility certificate from University of Kerala (for candidates from other universities).
Peer-reviewed journal publications, teaching experience, or post-doctoral fellowship certificates (if applicable).

💳 Application Fee Details

₹500 for General/OBC candidates.
₹250 for SC/ST candidates.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the nature of the appointment for the Assistant Professor position?

The appointment is on a contract basis for a period of eleven months or until a permanent faculty is appointed to the post, whichever is earlier.

Q. What are the essential qualifications required for the Assistant Professor position?

Candidates must have a Master's Degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university. A relaxation of 5% marks is allowed for SC/ST candidates. Additionally, candidates must have either passed the National Eligibility Test (NET) for Assistant Professor or hold a Ph.D. Degree in the subject concerned.

Q. What is the maximum age limit for applying to the Assistant Professor position?

The maximum age limit is 50 years as of January 1, 2026. Usual relaxations in the upper age limit are allowed for candidates belonging to SC/ST and OBC communities.

Q. What is the application fee for the Assistant Professor position?

The application fee is ₹500 for general candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST candidates.

Q. What documents are required for candidates who have passed their qualifying examination from universities other than the University of Kerala?

Candidates must produce an eligibility certificate obtained from the University of Kerala at the time of the interview.