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AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – 10 Posts, Apply Online

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) invites online applications for 10 contractual Assistant Professor posts, with the deadline to apply online set for

·Posted 07 August 2026 at 03:08 pm

·by vishal

Aligarh Muslim University01/2026 – 2027NETPh.DPost Graduate10 postscareers.amuonline.ac.in

Quick Summary

AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – 10 Posts, Apply Online recruitment banner

Last Date

5 Aug 2026

Organization

Aligarh Muslim University

Examination / Post Name

AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – 10 Posts, Apply Online

Advertisement / Notification No.

01/2026 – 2027

Total Vacancies

10

Job Category

Government Jobs

Educational Qualification

NET, Ph.D, Post Graduate

Salary / Pay Scale

Post NamePay LevelGross Salary
Assistant Professor (Contractual)As per University normsFixed salary equal to newly appointed Assistant Professor

Age Limit

CategoryAge Limit
—As per University norms

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General/OBC/EWS₹500/-
PwD CandidatesExempted

Selection Process

  1. Application Scrutiny — Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria.
  2. Interview — Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Arts, AMU, Aligarh.
  3. Medical Examination — Selected applicants may undergo examination by an Internal Medical Board.
Official NotificationApply Online

Detailed Guide

Age Limit
CategoryAge Limit
Not SpecifiedAs per University norms
Application Fee
CategoryFee
General/OBC/EWS₹500/-
PwD CandidatesExempted
Salary
Post NamePay LevelGross Salary
Assistant Professor (Contractual)As per University normsFixed salary equal to newly appointed Assistant Professor

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release Date29 Jul 2026
Online Application Last Date05 Aug 2026
Hard Copy Submission Last Date12 Aug 2026
Interview Date Display17 Aug 2026

Overview

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has released a recruitment notification for 10 contractual Assistant Professor positions across various departments within the Faculty of Arts and Women's College. Candidates holding a Master's degree with 55% marks, along with NET/SLET/SET or a Ph.D., are invited to apply online for these posts by August 5, 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for eligible teaching aspirants to join a prestigious central university.

Eligibility / Education Qualification

Post NameQualificationExperience / Other
Assistant Professor (English, Urdu, Persian, Philosophy)Master's Degree with 55% marks in the concerned/relevant/allied subject.NET/SLET/SET qualified OR Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 OR Ph.D. from a top 500 world-ranked foreign university.
Assistant Professor (Fine Arts)Master's Degree with 55% marks in Fine Arts/Visual Arts and Allied Subject/Applied Art/Art History. OR Bachelor's Degree with highly commendable professional achievement as a traditional/professional artist.NET/SLET/SET qualified OR Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 OR Ph.D. from a top 500 world-ranked foreign university. OR Studied under a noted Master, 'A' grade artist of AIR/Doordarshan, ability to explain and teach theory with illustrations.

Selection Process

  1. Application Scrutiny — Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria.
  2. Interview — Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Arts, AMU, Aligarh.
  3. Medical Examination — Selected applicants may undergo examination by an Internal Medical Board.

Full Details

Aligarh Muslim University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), through the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Arts, has issued a local advertisement (No. 01/2026 – 2027) inviting online applications for contractual Assistant Professor positions. This AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 aims to fill 10 vacant posts in various departments within the Faculty of Arts and Women's College. These appointments are temporary, valid until the end of the Academic Session 2026-2027 or until the General Selection Committee (GSC) is held, whichever comes first.

Vacancy Details for AMU Assistant Professor Posts

A total of 10 Assistant Professor (Contractual) vacancies are available across different departments and sections. One Assistant Professor position in English will be specifically deputed for teaching at Women's College.
  • Assistant Professor (Contractual), Department of English: 2 Posts
  • Assistant Professor (Contractual), Department of Urdu: 5 Posts
  • Assistant Professor (Contractual), Fine Arts Section (Women's College): 1 Post
  • Assistant Professor (Contractual), Persian Section (Women's College): 1 Post
  • Assistant Professor (Contractual), Philosophy Section (Women's College): 1 Post

Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualifications

Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and other requirements as detailed below. Eligibility is assessed as of the last date for application submission.
Post NameQualificationExperience / Other
Assistant Professor (English, Urdu, Persian, Philosophy)A Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in the concerned, relevant, or allied subject from an Indian University or an accredited foreign university.Candidates must have qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET), State Level Eligibility Test (SLET), or State Eligibility Test (SET). Alternatively, a Ph.D. degree awarded as per the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016, exempts candidates from NET/SLET/SET. Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked among the top 500 globally (QS, THE, ARWU) also exempts from NET/SLET/SET.
Assistant Professor (Fine Arts)A Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in Fine Arts/Visual Arts and Allied Subject/Applied Art/Art History. OR A Bachelor's degree.For Master's degree holders, NET/SLET/SET or a Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 or from a top 500 world-ranked foreign university is required. For Bachelor's degree holders, the candidate must be a traditional or professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement, having studied under a noted Master, been an 'A' grade artist of AIR/Doordarshan, possess the ability to explain with logical reasoning, and have adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations.

Application Fee

A non-refundable processing fee of ₹500/- is required for each application form. Payment must be made online through the Careers Portal. Candidates belonging to the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category are exempted from paying the fee upon uploading an authentic Disability Certificate.

Selection Process

The selection process for Assistant Professor positions at AMU involves an initial scrutiny of applications, followed by an interview.
  1. Application Scrutiny: The University will scrutinize all submitted applications to ensure candidates meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The University reserves the right to short-list candidates for the interview based on its own rules and criteria.
  2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The date and time of the interview will be displayed on the webpage of the Dean, Faculty of Arts, and the respective Chairpersons of concerned Departments. No separate interview letters will be issued, and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. The interview will be held at the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Arts, AMU, Aligarh.
  3. Medical Examination: Selected candidates may be required to undergo a medical examination by an Internal Medical Board of the University.

Salary Structure

Appointed Assistant Professors (Contractual) will receive a fixed salary, which will be equivalent to the initial pay of a newly appointed Assistant Professor as per University norms.

How to Apply for AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online and then submit a hard copy of their application. Follow these steps carefully:
  1. Online Application: Visit the official AMU Careers Portal at https://careers.amuonline.ac.in.
  2. Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form for each post you wish to apply for, ensuring all details are accurate.
  3. Pay Fee: Pay the non-refundable processing fee of ₹500/- online. PwD candidates are exempted.
  4. Print Application: After successful online submission, take a printout of the PDF file of the application form on A-4 size paper.
  5. Affix Photo and Sign: Paste a recent front-facing photograph and append your signature at the designated places 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.
    • M.Phil/Ph.D. Degree (if applicable)
    • Experience Certificates (if applicable)
  7. Submit Hard Copy: Send the complete application form, super-scribing the post applied for, advertisement number, and its date on the top-left side of the cover.
    • For posts in the Faculty of Arts departments, submit to: The Office of the Chairpersons, Departments of Studies of concerned subjects, Faculty of Arts.
    • For posts in Women's College, submit to: The Office of the Principal, Women's College, A.M.U. Aligarh.
    The hard copy must reach the respective offices on or before August 12, 2026, till 04:00 P.M.
Incomplete applications or applications without necessary supporting documents will be summarily rejected. Candidates are advised to apply proactively and not wait until the last date. For any difficulties during the application process, applicants can contact the Help Desk at +91-571-2700920 (Extension: 1178) on working days during office hours.

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 Recruitment 2026 is August 5, 2026. The hard copy of the application must be submitted by August 12, 2026.

QHow many vacancies are available in the AMU Assistant Professor recruitment?

AThere are a total of 10 contractual Assistant Professor vacancies announced by Aligarh Muslim University across various departments in the Faculty of Arts and Women's College.

QWhat are the eligibility criteria for these Assistant Professor posts at AMU?

ACandidates generally require a Master's degree with 55% marks in the relevant subject, along with NET/SLET/SET qualification or a Ph.D. as per UGC regulations. Specific eligibility for Fine Arts posts also includes provisions for accomplished traditional artists with a Bachelor's degree.

QWhat is the application fee for AMU Assistant Professor positions?

AThe application fee is ₹500/-, payable online. Candidates belonging to the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category are exempted from this fee.

QWhat is the selection process for Assistant Professor at AMU?

AThe selection process involves an initial scrutiny of online applications, followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates. The interview schedule will be displayed on the Faculty of Arts webpage.

QWhat is the salary for Assistant Professors (Contractual) at AMU?

AAssistant Professors appointed on a contractual basis will receive a fixed salary equivalent to the initial pay of a newly appointed Assistant Professor, as per the University's norms.

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