๐ JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 | Advt. No. RC/75/2026
๐ข Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi invites online applications for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in various Schools, Special Centres and Centres. ๐️
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๐️ Recruitment BoardJNU, New Delhi
๐ Post NamesProfessor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor
๐ข No. of Posts122+ (including backlog)
๐️ Last Date15 June 2026 (5:00 PM)
๐ Education EligibilityMaster's 55% + NET/Ph.D. (UGC norms)
๐ Posting LocationNew Delhi, India
๐ฐ Salary (Pay Level)Level 10, 13A & 14 (7th CPC)
๐ Recruitment TypeDirect Recruitment (Interview)
๐ LanguageEnglish & Hindi
๐ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| ๐ข Notification Release | 18 May 2026 |
| ๐ฅ️ Online Application Start | 18 May 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| ๐ Application Closing | 15 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| ๐ณ Fee Payment Last Date | 15 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
๐ฐ Pay Scale (7th CPC)
Professor
Level 14: ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200
Associate Professor
Level 13A: ₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100
Assistant Professor
Level 10: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400
๐ Complete List of Vacancies (Post-wise) – Advt. RC/75/2026
Total 122+ posts across various Schools/Centres. Below is the full list as per JNU official notification.
| Post No. | School / Centre | Post Level | Category | Specialization / Subject Area |
|---|
๐ฏ Eligibility Criteria (UGC Regulations 2018)
Professor
- Ph.D. + 10 years teaching/research experience
- 10 publications + research score 120
Associate Professor
- Ph.D. + 8 years experience
- 7 publications + research score 75
Assistant Professor
- Master's 55% + NET/Ph.D. exemption as per UGC
- 5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD
๐ธ Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2000 (Non-Refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwD / Women | NIL |
⚙️ Selection Process
- Screening of applications (academic/research score)
- Shortlisting by committee
- Interview (online/offline)
- Document verification
๐ How to Apply – Step by Step
- Visit jnu.ac.in/career or CU-CHAYAN portal.
- Read official notification PDF carefully.
- Register on CU-CHAYAN, fill application, upload documents.
- Pay fee (if applicable) online.
- Submit and download final application.
๐ General Instructions & Important Guidelines
- 1. Only online applications via http://jnu.ac.in/career will be accepted.
- 2. Upload photograph, certificates, marksheets, teaching/research evidence, NOC, M.Phil/Ph.D/NET certificates, publications, date of birth proof, caste certificate (if applicable).
- 3. Incomplete applications without signature/documents will be rejected summarily.
- 4. University reserves right to draw panels, conduct online/offline interviews, or not fill any post.
- 5. Late applications will not be entertained.
- 6. Qualifications subject to UGC Regulations 2018 & amendments.
- 7. Time taken for M.Phil/Ph.D. will not count as teaching experience unless acquired while on active duty with leave.
- 8. Relaxation in qualification/experience/age for reserved categories as per UGC/GoI rules.
- 9. SC/ST certificates must be in Govt. of India prescribed format.
- 10. PwD candidates must submit disability certificate in prescribed format; disabilities “likely to improve” are not eligible.
- 11. OBC candidates must produce valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate (Central list). Invalid OBC certificate leads to cancellation.
- 12. EWS candidates must produce Income & Asset certificate as per DoPT OM dated 31.01.2019. Invalid certificate leads to cancellation.
- 13. Mere possession of minimum qualifications does not entitle call for interview; University may restrict candidates based on higher qualifications/experience.
- 14. Ensure correct Advt. No., Post No., and post before applying.
- 15. Separate application form for each post.
- 16. Govt./Autonomous/PSU employees must forward application through proper channel; otherwise past service/pay protection not counted.
- 17. Upload all supporting documents; research score as per UGC Regulations 2018.
- 18. Eligibility determined based on qualifications/publications acquired till last date of application.
- 19. University may modify/withdraw any communication in case of mistake.
- 20. Fake documents or suppressed antecedents lead to termination of service.
- 21. University may alter/correct advertisement before last date – check website regularly.
- 22. Submit application along with all prescribed documents within timeline.
- 23. Undertaking against plagiarism required; plagiarism leads to cancellation.
- 24. Foreign degree equivalence to be determined by Standing Committee of JNU.
- 25. No change of post or update after submission.
- 26. Only email communication for shortlisted candidates.
- 27. Corrigendum will be posted only on university website.
- 28. Recruitment subject to clarifications from MoE/UGC.
- 29. Online submission through CU-CHAYAN from 18 May 2026 (4:00 PM) to 15 June 2026 (5:00 PM).
๐ Application Fee: ₹2000 for General/OBC/EWS (Non-Refundable). No fee for SC/ST/PwD/Women.
FOR ANY ENQUIRY, PLEASE CONTACT:
๐ง Primary Technical Helpdesk: curec.helpdesk@samarth.ac.in
๐ Technical Assistance (Online Application): 011-26704094
๐ Advertisement related matters: 011-26704052 | Email: recruitment@jnu.ac.in
๐ง Primary Technical Helpdesk: curec.helpdesk@samarth.ac.in
๐ Technical Assistance (Online Application): 011-26704094
๐ Advertisement related matters: 011-26704052 | Email: recruitment@jnu.ac.in
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
๐ What is the last date to apply?
15 June 2026 (5:00 PM).
๐ What is the salary for Assistant Professor?
Level 10: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400.
๐ Is NET mandatory for Assistant Professor?
Yes, unless exempted by Ph.D. as per UGC norms.
๐ Can I apply for multiple posts?
Yes, separate application for each post.
๐ Is there any application fee for SC/ST/PwD/Women?
No, completely exempted.
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