AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 01 Vacancy

AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 01 Post

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has officially announced recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor (Contractual) for the year 2026. The notification, bearing Advertisement No. 02/2026, invites eligible and interested candidates to apply online for a single vacant post. This is a significant opportunity for individuals holding a Master's degree or Ph.D. who aspire to contribute to a prestigious central university.

Candidates must ensure they meet the detailed eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and NET/SLET/SET requirements, as specified in the official notification. The online application window is open until September 29, 2026, with interviews scheduled for October 06, 2026.

AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights

Vacancy Details: AMU Assistant Professor Jobs 2026

As per the official notification, a total of 01 vacancy has been announced for the Assistant Professor (Contractual) post at Aligarh Muslim University.

Eligibility Criteria for AMU Assistant Professor

Candidates must fulfill the following educational qualifications and other criteria:

• Educational Qualification: A Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale wherever the grading system is followed) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
• NET/SLET/SET Requirement: Candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or the CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET.
• Ph.D. Exemption: Candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016 and their amendments from time to time, shall be exempted from the requirement of the NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of Assistant Professor.
• Foreign Ph.D. Exemption: Ph.D. degree from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking (at any time) by any of the following international ranking agencies: Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), the Times Higher Education (THE), or the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) of the Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Shanghai Ranking).
• Desirable: Qualified UPSC Civil Services (Prelims/Mains).

Age Limit

No specific age limit details are mentioned in the provided raw data. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF for any age-related guidelines or relaxations applicable to specific categories.

Application Fee

The application fee details for AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 are as follows:

The fee must be paid online through the prescribed mode during the application process.

Selection Process for AMU Assistant Professor

The selection for the Assistant Professor (Contractual) post at Aligarh Muslim University will be based on the following stages:

1. Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates will be called for a walk-in interview.
2. Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted after the interview will undergo document verification to confirm their eligibility.

There will be no written examination for this recruitment.

Important Dates for AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

How to Apply for AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to successfully apply for the Aligarh Muslim University Assistant Professor vacancy:

1. Review Notification: Download and thoroughly read the official AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF to understand all eligibility criteria, instructions, and important dates.
2. Online Application: Click on the "Apply Online" link provided below or visit the official AMU careers portal (careers.amuonline.ac.in).
3. Registration & Form Filling: Register yourself if you are a new user. Log in and carefully fill out the online application form with all required personal, educational, and contact details. Ensure accuracy, especially for your name, father's name, and date of birth as per your 10th marksheet.
4. Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and all necessary certificates (educational, NET/SLET/SET, Ph.D., category certificate, etc.) in the specified format and size.
5. Fee Payment: Pay the requisite application fee online through the available payment gateway.
6. Review and Submit: Before final submission, review all entered details to prevent any errors.
7. Print Application: After successful submission and fee payment, download and print a copy of the completed application form for your records.
8. Interview Preparation: Keep the printout of the application form and all original documents, along with self-attested photocopies, ready for the walk-in interview on 06 October 2026.

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