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CWSSU Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 149 Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Posts

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CWSSU Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

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Organization NameCaptain Williamson Sangma State University (CWSSU), Meghalaya
Total VacanciesProfessor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor
Application ModeOnline only, via the University’s recruitment portal
Job LocationShillong, Meghalaya
Last Updated22 Sep 2026
Department18 – Anthropology, Botany, Chemistry, Commerce, Economics, Education, English, Environmental Science, Geography, History, Khasi, Mathematics, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Social Work, Sociology, Zoology

CWSSU Meghalaya Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Note: No applications will be entertained after the closing date and time. An applicant is deemed to have acquired a qualification on the date the concerned University/Institution declares the result of the final examination for it.
EventDate
Advertisement Date21 September 2026
Recruitment Portal Opens22 September 2026
Recruitment Portal Closes11 October 2026, midnight
Crucial Date for QualificationApplicant must possess the requisite educational qualification on or before the last date for submission of applications

CWSSU Meghalaya Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details (Department-wise)

18 Departments 85 Assistant Professor Posts 149 Total Posts
SlDepartmentPostTotal
1AnthropologyProfessor1
Associate Professor1
Assistant Professor3
2BotanyProfessor1
Associate Professor1
Assistant Professor3
3ChemistryProfessor1
Associate Professor1
Assistant Professor3
4CommerceProfessor1
Associate Professor5
Assistant Professor8
5EconomicsProfessor1
Associate Professor3
Assistant Professor5
6EducationProfessor1
Associate Professor3
Assistant Professor5
7EnglishProfessor1
Associate Professor5
Assistant Professor8
8Environmental ScienceProfessor1
Associate Professor1
Assistant Professor3
9GeographyProfessor1
Associate Professor3
Assistant Professor5
10HistoryProfessor1
Associate Professor3
Assistant Professor5
11KhasiProfessor1
Associate Professor3
Assistant Professor5
12MathematicsProfessor1
Associate Professor1
Assistant Professor3
13PhilosophyProfessor1
Associate Professor3
Assistant Professor5
14PhysicsProfessor1
Associate Professor1
Assistant Professor3
15Political ScienceProfessor1
Associate Professor3
Assistant Professor5
16Social WorkProfessor1
Associate Professor5
Assistant Professor8
17SociologyProfessor1
Associate Professor3
Assistant Professor5
18ZoologyProfessor1
Associate Professor1
Assistant Professor3
Grand Total149

CWSSU Meghalaya Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

An eminent scholar with a Ph.D. degree in the concerned subject and actively engaged in research. A minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals, and a total Research Score of 120, as per the criteria in Appendix II Table 2 of UGC Regulations, 2018. A minimum of 10 years’ teaching experience in a university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, or equivalent research experience at an equivalent level. OR an outstanding professional with a Ph.D. in the concerned subject from any academic institution/industry, who has made a significant contribution to knowledge. A good academic record with a Ph.D. degree in the concerned subject. A Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade point scale) in the concerned subject. A minimum of 8 years’ experience in teaching or research in an academic/research post equivalent to that o

CWSSU Meghalaya Recruitment 2026 Pay Scale

Pay levels are as per the State University Pay Scales; Dearness Allowance (DA) and other allowances are payable as per Government of Meghalaya rates.
PostBasic Pay
Assistant ProfessorRs. 57,700
Associate ProfessorRs. 1,31,400
ProfessorRs. 1,44,200

CWSSU Meghalaya Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

Selection comprises two stages: (i) Shortlisting of candidates, and (ii) Personal Interview, with final selection made per the provisions below. Academic score is considered for shortlisting candidates for interview only – the final selection is based solely on interview performance. Assistant Professor: Shortlisting is based on academic score as per Appendix II Table 3A of UGC Regulations, 2018. Associate Professor & Professor: Shortlisting is based on verification of minimum eligibility, API Research Score verification, and evaluation of publications as per Appendix II Table 2 of UGC Regulations, 2018. Candidates are called for Personal Interview in the ratio of 1:3 for Assistant Professor, 1:5 for Associate Professor, and 1:5 for Professor , relative to the number of vacancies, based on shortlisting scores. Final selection is based entirely on performance in the Personal Interview. On

Documents Required

Educational qualification certificates (Master’s degree, Ph.D., etc., as applicable) and mark sheets NET/CSIR-NET/SET-NE certificate, for Assistant Professor applicants not exempted via Ph.D. Proof of Date of Birth Caste/Community certificate (Scheduled Tribe/Scheduled Caste, etc.), in the prescribed format issued by the appropriate authority, where applicable Proof of teaching/research experience, as applicable to the post Documentation supporting the claimed Research Score/API Score and publication record (Professor and Associate Professor applicants), as per Appendix II Table 2 of UGC Regulations, 2018 No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, for candidates already in service (to be produced at the time of interview) Any other certificate required and prescribed by the applicable Rules

Important Conditions

Application Fee: Rs. 1000/- for General candidates; Rs. 500/- for ST/SC/OBC candidates. Payable exclusively through the recruitment portal; once paid, the fee is not refunded under any circumstances. Applicants are advised to submit well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical difficulties. Incomplete applications, and applications not supported by the requisite documents, will be summarily rejected. If at any stage a candidate is found to have furnished false, incorrect, or misleading information, or to have suppressed any material fact, their candidature is liable to be cancelled and, if appointed, the appointment is liable to be terminated without notice. ST/SC certificates must be in the prescribed format, issued by the appropriate authority. Candidates already in service must apply through the online portal and produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at

CWSSU Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Ensure you possess the requisite educational qualification in the concerned subject(s) prescribed for the post, on or before the last date fixed for submission of applications.
  • 2Visit the online recruitment portal at rpa.meghalaya.gov.in/cwssu (the link is also available on the University website).
  • 3First create and complete your profile on the portal, furnishing details of your education qualification, work experience, publications, and other relevant information.
  • 4Apply for the advertised post(s) through the portal, and pay the application fee exclusively through the portal.
  • 5Submit your application before 11 October 2026, midnight.

CWSSU Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

CWSSU Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1How many teaching posts has CWSSU advertised?
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149 posts – 18 Professor, 46 Associate Professor, and 85 Assistant Professor – across 18 departments for the Tura and Shillong campuses.
Q2What is the last date to apply?
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The recruitment portal closes at midnight on 11 October 2026; it opened on 22 September 2026.
Q3What is the qualification for Assistant Professor?
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A Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL) in the concerned subject, plus a cleared NET/CSIR-NET/SET-NE, unless exempted by holding a Ph.D. under UGC Regulations 2009/2016.
Q4Is there a written exam?
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No. Selection is through shortlisting (based on academic/research score) followed by a Personal Interview; final selection is based entirely on interview performance.
Q5What is the pay scale?
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Basic Pay of Rs. 57,700 for Assistant Professor, Rs. 1,31,400 for Associate Professor, and Rs. 1,44,200 for Professor, plus DA and other allowances per Government of Meghalaya rates.
Q6What is the application fee?
A
Rs. 1000/- for General candidates and Rs. 500/- for ST/SC/OBC candidates, paid only through the recruitment portal; it is non-refundable.
Q7In what ratio are candidates called for interview?
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1:3 for Assistant Professor, and 1:5 for both Associate Professor and Professor, relative to the number of vacancies, based on shortlisting scores.
Q8Where do I apply?
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Only online, through rpa.meghalaya.gov.in/cwssu; applications via email, post, or courier are not accepted.
Q9How can I apply for CWSSU Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 149 Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Posts?
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