Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU)
| Application Start | 02 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Interview Date | 09 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (Contract) |
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| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Qualification | As per UGC norms |
| Age Limit | Maximum 70 years |
| Salary | 33,000 to 40,000 INR per month |
| Selection Process | Walk-in interview and document verification |
Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) has invited candidates for a walk-in interview for the engagement of 30 Assistant Professors on a contract basis for various departments including IIRBS, NIPST, and Graduate Schools. The appointment period for these positions is effective until 15 April 2027.
| Department/School | Positions |
|---|---|
| IIRBS (Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Physics) | 15 |
| NIPST (Botany, Microbiology/Biotechnology, Computer Science, Data Analytics) | 4 |
| Graduate School (English, Env. Science, Hindi, History, Malayalam, Mathematics, Physics, Politics, Statistics) | 11 |
Candidates must possess qualifications strictly adhering to UGC norms. The upper age limit for applicants is 70 years. Applicants are required to bring original documents and self-attested photocopies to verify their educational credentials, experience, and age.
| Interview Dates | Participating Schools |
|---|---|
| 2026-06-09 | Graduate School & NIPST |
| 2026-06-11 | Graduate School & NIPST |
| 2026-06-18 | Graduate School & IIRBS |
| 2026-06-22 | Graduate School, IIRBS & NIPST |
| 2026-06-26 | IIRBS |
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration. Those meeting specific UGC qualifications are eligible for ₹40,000 per month, while other appointees will receive ₹33,000 per month.
The maximum age limit for these positions is 70 years.
Selection is based on a walk-in interview process and document verification conducted by the university.
The contract appointment is valid until 15 April 2027.
Kavita Nair is an education policy researcher with a Ph.D. in Education from JNU. She contributes well-researched articles on teaching vacancies, UPSC Civil Services, and central government recruitment drives.