Kerala University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Various

About the Kerala University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

The University of Kerala has released a notification inviting online applications for Assistant Professor positions on a contract basis for various teaching departments. This recruitment aims to fill anticipated vacancies, offering a significant opportunity for eligible candidates to join a prestigious educational institution. The appointment will be for a period of eleven months or until a permanent faculty member is appointed, whichever comes first.

Important Dates to Remember

Candidates interested in these Assistant Professor roles should note the following key dates:

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	07 Aug 2026
Application Start Date	07 Aug 2026
Application Last Date	31 Aug 2026
Age Calculation Date	01 Jan 2026

Vacancy Details

The University of Kerala is recruiting for Assistant Professor positions across all its teaching departments. The notification indicates "anticipated vacancies" without specifying a fixed number, implying that various posts are available.

Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications

To be considered for the Assistant Professor positions, applicants must meet specific educational qualifications and other requirements:

Post Name	Qualification	Experience / Other
Assistant Professor	Master's Degree with minimum 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or an accredited foreign university. A relaxation of 5% marks (i.e., 50%) is allowed for SC/ST candidates at the Master's level.	Candidates must have qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) for Assistant Professor or hold a Ph.D. Degree in the subject concerned.

Age Limit and Relaxation

Applicants for the Assistant Professor posts must not be more than 50 years of age as on 01 January 2026. Standard age relaxations will be applicable for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) communities as per government rules.

Application Fee

A non-refundable application fee is required to be paid by candidates:

Category	Fee
General Candidates	₹500/-
SC/ST Candidates	₹250/-

Selection Process

The selection for the Assistant Professor positions will involve a two-stage process:

1. Application Scrutiny: All submitted online applications will undergo a thorough scrutiny. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be shortlisted.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. The exact date, time, and venue for the interview will be communicated to the candidates via their registered email ID. Candidates must bring all original essential certificates/documents, including mark sheets, along with self-attested copies for verification during the interview.

Candidates who have obtained their qualifying examination from universities other than the University of Kerala must produce an eligibility certificate from the University of Kerala at the time of the interview. Those claiming reservation benefits must provide necessary documents. Employed candidates are required to submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer during the interview.

Salary for Assistant Professor

Selected candidates for the Assistant Professor (contract basis) role will receive a consolidated monthly pay of ₹45,000/- (Rupees Forty Five Thousand Only).

How to Apply for Kerala University Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026

Candidates must follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official recruitment portal of the University of Kerala: www.recruit.keralauniversity.ac.in.
2. Locate the notification for Assistant Professor recruitment and click on the "Apply Online" link.
3. Register yourself by providing the required details, including a valid e-mail ID. All future communications will be sent to this email address.
4. Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
5. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, photographs, and signatures as per the specified format and size.
6. Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway.
7. Review the application form carefully before final submission.
8. Submit the application form and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Hard copies of the application need not be sent to the University. For any enquiries, candidates can contact the University at Ph. 0471-2386234, 0471-2386235, 0471-2386237.

Official Links

• Official Website: https://www.keralauniversity.ac.in
• Apply Online: https://www.recruit.keralauniversity.ac.in