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AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post, Apply Online

Aligarh Muslim University invites online applications for 1 Assistant Professor (Chinese) post, with the deadline for online submission on 09 August

·Posted 07 August 2026 at 12:09 pm

·by vishal

Aligarh Muslim University430/FISPh.DPost Graduate1 postsamu.ac.in

Quick Summary

AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post, Apply Online recruitment banner

Start Date

3 Aug 2026

Last Date

9 Aug 2026

Exam Date

22 Aug 2026

Organization

Aligarh Muslim University

Examination / Post Name

AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post, Apply Online

Advertisement / Notification No.

430/FIS

Total Vacancies

1

Job Category

Government Jobs

Educational Qualification

Ph.D, Post Graduate

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General/OBC/EWSRs. 500/-
PwD CandidatesExempted

Selection Process

  1. Application Scrutiny — Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria and shortlisting will be done.
  2. Interview — Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
  3. Medical Examination — Selected applicants will undergo examination by an Internal Medical Board to assess disability extent.
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Detailed Guide

Application Fee
CategoryFee
General/OBC/EWSRs. 500/-
PwD CandidatesExempted

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Date03 Aug 2026
Online Application Last Date09 Aug 2026
Offline Document Submission Last Date16 Aug 2026
Interview Date22 Aug 2026

Overview

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has released a recruitment notification for the temporary appointment of Assistant Professor (Contractual) in the Department of Foreign Languages. This specialized recruitment is for 1 post in Chinese, reserved under the VH (PwD) category, with the online application deadline set for August 9, 2026. Eligible candidates with a Master's degree and NET/Ph.D. in Chinese are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility / Education Qualification

Post NameQualificationExperience / Other
Assistant Professor (Chinese)Master's Degree with at least 55% marks in Chinese OR Ph.D. as per UGC 2009/2016 regulations OR Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 globally.Must have cleared NET/SLET/SET (unless exempted by Ph.D. or specific Master's programs). Reserved for VH (Visually Handicapped) PwD category.

Selection Process

  1. Application Scrutiny — Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria and shortlisting will be done.
  2. Interview — Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
  3. Medical Examination — Selected applicants will undergo examination by an Internal Medical Board to assess disability extent.

Full Details

About the AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has issued Local Advertisement No. 04/2026 for the temporary appointment of an Assistant Professor (Contractual) position. This recruitment is specifically for the Department of Foreign Languages, Faculty of International Studies, and is reserved under the VH (Visually Handicapped) category for PwD candidates. The appointment will be temporary, lasting until the end of the Academic Session 2026-27 or until a General Selection Committee is held, whichever comes first.

Vacancy Details

This recruitment drive aims to fill a single Assistant Professor position in the Chinese language.
S.No.SubjectNumber of Post(s)Category
1Chinese01VH (Visually Handicapped) Reserved under PwD Category

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following essential qualifications to be considered for the Assistant Professor post:

General Qualifications

  • A Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in the concerned subject (Chinese) from an Indian University or an accredited Foreign University.
  • Candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC, CSIR, or similar UGC-accredited tests like SLET/SET.

Ph.D. Exemption Conditions

Candidates holding a Ph.D. degree are exempted from NET/SLET/SET requirements if their Ph.D. was awarded in accordance with the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016, and its amendments. For candidates registered for a Ph.D. program prior to July 11, 2009, exemption applies if:
  • The Ph.D. degree was awarded in a regular mode.
  • The Ph.D. thesis was evaluated by at least two external examiners.
  • An Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce was conducted.
  • The candidate has published two research papers from their Ph.D. work, with at least one in a refereed journal.
  • The candidate has presented at least two papers based on their Ph.D. work in UGC/ICSSR/CSIR sponsored/funded seminars/conferences.
These conditions must be certified by the Registrar/Controller of Examinations of the University. NET/SLET/SET is also not required for Master's programs in disciplines where these tests are not conducted by UGC/CSIR.

Foreign Ph.D. Qualification

Candidates with a Ph.D. degree obtained from a foreign University/Institution with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking (at any time) by QS, THE, or ARWU are also eligible.

PwD Category Details

This post is reserved for PwD candidates, specifically under the VH (Blindness and low vision) category. Applicants must have a relevant disability degree of a minimum of 40%. Applicable categories of disabilities include:
  • Blindness and low vision (VH)
  • Deaf and hard of hearing (HH)
  • Locomotor disability (OH)
  • Autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability and mental illness
  • Multiple disabilities from amongst the above clauses, including deaf-blindness.
Candidates must upload an authentic Disability Certificate on the prescribed proforma, available on the AMU Careers Portal.

Application Fee

The application processing fee is Rs. 500/-. However, PwD candidates are exempted from paying this fee if they upload an authentic Disability Certificate. The fee must be paid online via the Careers Portal.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Assistant Professor position at AMU involves the following stages:
  1. Application Scrutiny: All submitted applications will be scrutinized based on the eligibility criteria outlined in the notification. The University reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for an interview.
  2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview, which will be held on August 22, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. onwards in the Chamber of the Dean, Faculty of International Studies, AMU. No separate intimation letters will be sent; candidates must check the Department of Foreign Languages webpage for the list of eligible candidates.
  3. Medical Examination: Selected applicants will be examined by an Internal Medical Board of the University to assess the degree/extent of disability before the appointment letter is issued.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply for the Assistant Professor position:
  1. Online Application: Fill the application form exclusively in online mode through the AMU Careers Portal (https://careers.amuonline.ac.in).
  2. Submission Deadline: The last date for online submission is August 09, 2026, until midnight.
  3. Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 500/- online. PwD candidates are exempted if they upload a valid Disability Certificate.
  4. Print Application: After successful online submission, take a printout of the PDF application form on A-4 size paper.
  5. Affix Photograph & Signature: Append your signature and paste a recent front-facing photograph at the designated place on the printed form.
  6. Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents, including:
    • High School Certificate
    • Mark-sheet and Degree of Graduation
    • Mark-sheet and Degree of Post-Graduation
    • Certificate of NET, JRF, SLET/SET, CSIR etc. (if applicable)
    • M.Phil/Ph.D. Degree (if applicable)
    • Experience Certificate (if applicable)
    Incomplete applications or those without necessary supporting documents will be summarily rejected.
  7. Offline Submission: Send/submit the complete printed application form along with self-attested documents to the Office of the Chairman, Department of Foreign Languages, Faculty of International Studies, AMU, Aligarh. The deadline for offline submission is August 16, 2026, till 16:00 Hrs. Super-scribe the cover with "Post Applied For," "Advertisement Number," and "Date."

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release Date03 Aug 2026
Online Application Last Date09 Aug 2026
Offline Document Submission Last Date16 Aug 2026
Interview Date22 Aug 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

QWhat is the last date to apply online for AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

AThe last date to submit online applications for the AMU Assistant Professor position is August 09, 2026, until midnight. Candidates must also submit hard copies of their applications by August 16, 2026.

QHow many vacancies are available in this AMU recruitment?

AThere is 1 vacancy for the Assistant Professor (Contractual) post in Chinese, reserved under the VH (Visually Handicapped) PwD category.

QWhat are the eligibility criteria for the Assistant Professor post at AMU?

ACandidates need a Master's degree with 55% marks in Chinese and must have cleared NET/SLET/SET, or hold a Ph.D. as per UGC regulations, or a Ph.D. from a top 500 world-ranked foreign university.

QWhat is the application fee for the AMU Assistant Professor position?

AThe application fee is Rs. 500/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates. PwD candidates are exempted from the fee if they upload a valid Disability Certificate.

QWhat is the selection process for the AMU Assistant Professor recruitment?

AThe selection process involves scrutiny of online applications, followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates. A medical examination will be conducted for selected applicants.

QWhen is the interview for the AMU Assistant Professor post scheduled?

AInterviews for the Assistant Professor position are scheduled for August 22, 2026, starting from 10:30 a.m. onwards, at the Chamber of the Dean, Faculty of International Studies, AMU.

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