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Mahatma Gandhi University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Mahatma Gandhi University invites applications for Assistant Professor positions on a contract basis for the academic year 2026-27, with 24 vacancies

·Posted 12 August 2026 at 01:45 am

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Quick Summary

Mahatma Gandhi University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 recruitment banner

Start Date

5 Aug 2026

Last Date

15 Aug 2026

Organization

Mahatma Gandhi University

Examination / Post Name

Mahatma Gandhi University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Advertisement / Notification No.

18000/AD A5-2/2020/REG SECT

Total Vacancies

Job Category

Government Jobs

Educational Qualification

Post Graduate

Salary / Pay Scale

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
Assistant Professor (Contract)	—	₹40,000 per month (Consolidated)

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
All Candidates	Maximum 70 years as on 01 Jan 2026

Selection Process

Application Screening — Candidates will be shortlisted based on the submitted proforma and supporting documents.
Evaluation of Teaching and Research Aptitude — Assessment based on details provided in the proforma, including e-content development, innovative teaching practices, and research publications.
Agreement Execution — Selected candidates will execute an agreement with the university as per existing norms.

Official Notification Apply Online

Detailed Guide

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
All Candidates	Maximum 70 years as on 01 Jan 2026

Salary

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
Assistant Professor (Contract)	Not Specified	₹40,000 per month (Consolidated)

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	05 Aug 2026
Application Start Date	05 Aug 2026
Application Last Date	15 Aug 2026
Contract End Date	15 Apr 2027

Overview

Mahatma Gandhi University has released a re-notification for the recruitment of Assistant Professors on a contract basis for the academic year 2026-27. This recruitment aims to fill 24 vacancies across various schools and departments, offering a consolidated pay of ₹40,000 per month. Interested candidates meeting the UGC norms for Assistant Professors must apply by August 15, 2026.

Eligibility / Education Qualification

School/Department	Discipline	Qualification	Experience / Other
School of Biosciences	Biophysics, Microbiology	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Pure and Applied Physics	Physics	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences	Physical Education	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Letters	English	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Computer Sciences	Computer Science	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension	Counselling	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Environmental Sciences	Environment Science and Disaster Management	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Management and Business Studies	HRM	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics	Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Energy Materials	Solar	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology	Nano	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Data Analytics	Data Science, Statistics	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Mathematics and Statistics	Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Statistics/Applied Statistics	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Food Science and Technology	Food Science/Food Technology	As per UGC norms	Not Specified
School of Polymer Science and Technology	Polymer Science and Technology	As per UGC norms	Not Specified

Selection Process

Application Screening — Candidates will be shortlisted based on the submitted proforma and supporting documents.
Evaluation of Teaching and Research Aptitude — Assessment based on details provided in the proforma, including e-content development, innovative teaching practices, and research publications.
Agreement Execution — Selected candidates will execute an agreement with the university as per existing norms.

Full Details

About Mahatma Gandhi University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), established by the Kerala State Legislature, has issued a re-notification for the recruitment of Assistant Professors on a contract basis for the academic year 2026-27. This recruitment drive aims to fill 24 positions across various Schools and Departments within the University. The engagement is purely contractual, valid until April 15, 2027. Candidates are encouraged to review the detailed notification for specific eligibility criteria and application procedures.

Vacancy Details and Disciplines

A total of 24 Assistant Professor positions are available across 15 different Schools and Departments, covering a wide range of disciplines. The reservation rotation for each post is also specified in the official notification.

SI No.	School/Department	Discipline	Number of Posts	Reservation
1	School of Biosciences	Biophysics	1	D
		Microbiology	1	PH O
2	School of Pure and Applied Physics	Physics	1	HN
3	School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences	Physical Education	2	EBT (Female), SC (Male)
4	School of Letters	English	1	EWS
5	School of Computer Sciences	Computer Science	1	ST
6	Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension	Counselling	1	LC/AI
7	School of Environmental Sciences	Environment Science and Disaster Management	3	V, PH BLIND, EBT
		Environment Science and Management	1	M
8	School of Management and Business Studies	HRM	1	LC/AI
9	School of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics	Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence	2	EWS, M
10	School of Energy Materials	Solar	1	SIUC N
11	School of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology	Nano	1	OBC
12	School of Data Analytics	Data Science	1	ST
		Statistics	1	M
13	School of Mathematics and Statistics	Mathematics/Applied Mathematics	1	SCCC
		Statistics/Applied Statistics	2	EWS, D
14	School of Food Science and Technology	Food Science/Food Technology	1	PH O
15	School of Polymer Science and Technology	Polymer Science and Technology	1	HN

Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications

Candidates applying for the Assistant Professor positions must meet the eligibility criteria as per UGC Regulations. This generally includes a Master's degree in the relevant discipline, along with NET/SLET/SET qualification or a Ph.D. degree. Teachers who have retired from Colleges/Universities may also be considered.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit for applicants is 70 years as on January 01, 2026.

Remuneration

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated pay of ₹40,000 per month.

Application Process and Important Instructions

Interested candidates must submit a duly filled proforma, which is attached with the official notification. Along with the proforma, scanned copies of original documents proving age, community reservation, qualifications (mark lists and degree certificates), and proof of UGC/peer-reviewed journal publications (including impact factor, CGPA to percentage conversion, equivalency/eligibility certificates for degrees from outside Kerala) must be sent. The complete application, including the proforma and all scanned documents, must be emailed to ada5@mgu.ac.in within 10 days from the date of the notification (i.e., by August 15, 2026). Applications received without the required scanned copies of certificates will be summarily rejected.

Documents Required for Application

Duly filled Interview Proforma.
Scanned copy of age proof.
Scanned copy of community certificate (for reservation categories).
Scanned copy of Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable).
Scanned copy of Differently Abled/EWS certificate (if applicable, as per State Govt. Criteria).
Scanned copies of mark lists and degree certificates for all educational qualifications.
Proof of UGC/peer-reviewed journal publications, including impact factor.
Experience certificates (if any).
Awards and other additional qualifications.
Proof for CGPA to percentage conversion.
Equivalency/Eligibility certificate from Mahatma Gandhi University for degrees/Ph.D. obtained from outside Kerala.

General Conditions

The engagement is strictly for the academic year 2026-2027, concluding on April 15, 2027.
Reservation rotation details are provided against each vacancy in the table above.
Candidates applying under community reservation quotas must submit valid community and Non-Creamy Layer Certificates.
Candidates seeking Differently Abled Category or EWS reservation must enclose the relevant certificate issued by the Competent Authority.
Natives of states other than Kerala are not eligible for posts exclusively reserved under the community reservation quota.
Candidates with degrees/Ph.D. from universities/institutions outside Kerala must obtain and submit an equivalency/eligibility certificate from Mahatma Gandhi University.
Selected candidates will be required to execute an agreement with the university in accordance with existing norms.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

QWhat is the last date to apply for Mahatma Gandhi University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

AThe last date to apply for the Mahatma Gandhi University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is August 15, 2026. Applications must be submitted via email by this deadline.

QHow many vacancies are available in this MGU Assistant Professor recruitment?

AThere are a total of 24 Assistant Professor vacancies announced by Mahatma Gandhi University for the 2026-27 academic year.

QWhat is the eligibility criteria for Assistant Professor posts at MGU?

ACandidates must meet the educational qualifications and other criteria as stipulated by UGC norms for Assistant Professors. This typically includes a Master's degree in the relevant discipline along with NET/SLET/SET or a Ph.D.

QWhat is the salary for Assistant Professors on contract at Mahatma Gandhi University?

AThe selected Assistant Professors will receive a consolidated pay of ₹40,000 per month.

QHow can I apply for the Mahatma Gandhi University Assistant Professor positions?

ACandidates must fill out the attached proforma and send it along with scanned copies of all required documents to ada5@mgu.ac.in within 10 days from the notification date.

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