JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Professor, Associate and Assistant Professor Posts
Government of India
Short Information
The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has officially announced the Faculty Recruitment 2026 with multiple openings for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts. The detailed notification was published on 18-05-2026 at JNU Official Website under Advertisement No. RC/75/2026. Candidates holding qualifications such as Master’s Degree, M.A, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, MS, or Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2018 and meeting the required eligibility criteria can now submit their online applications from 18-05-2026 to 15-06-2026. Direct links to download the notification and apply online are
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start Date | 18 May 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Last Date To Apply | 15 June 2026 (05:00 PM) |
Application Fee
| General Fee | ₹ 2000/- (Non-Refundable) |
|---|---|
| Sc Fee | Nil |
Qualification / Eligibility
| Details | Professor: | Ph.D. in concerned/allied/relevant discipline Minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/Scopus/Web of Science/JAI indexed journals Total Research Score of 120 Minimum 10 years teaching/research experience with evidence of guiding doctoral candidates | Associate Professor: | Ph.D. + Master’s degree with 55% marks Minimum 8 years teaching/research experience Minimum 7 publications + Research Score of 75 | Assistant Professor: | Master’s degree with 55% marks + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC regulations Relaxation of 5% in marks for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates | Relaxations as per GoI/UGC norms for reserved categories are applicable. |
|---|
Salary / Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | As per 7th CPC (Academic Pay Levels 10, 13A & 14) |
|---|---|
| Post | Academic Pay Level |
| Professor | Level-14 |
| Associate Professor | Level-13A |
| Assistant Professor | Level-10 |
Selection Process
- Screening of applications based on qualifications
- research score
- and experience. Shortlisting as per UGC norms and JNU criteria. Personal Interview (may be conducted in Online/Offline or hybrid mode).
- Final selection is based on performance in the interview and academic credentials.
How To Apply
- Applications must be submitted online only through the CU-CHAYAN portal on the JNU website. Candidates should:
- Register and fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of all required documents (photograph, certificates, marksheets, publications, NOC, etc.).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
- Important: Separate application must be submitted for each post.
Important Instructions
- Only online applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate. The University reserves the right to not fill any or all posts. Qualifications are as per UGC Regulations 2018 (as amended). Applicants already in service must submit NOC / proper channel application. Plagiarism undertaking is mandatory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 is a teaching recruitment drive by Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts under Advertisement No. RC/75/2026. The recruitment covers multiple disciplines across various Schools and Centres, with appointments governed by UGC Regulations 2018.
Q2. How many vacancies are released under JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
JNU has announced a large number of faculty vacancies across different categories and departments. Multiple posts are available in Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences, International Studies, Languages, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences and several specialized Centres.
Q3. What are the important dates for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The online application process for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 starts on 18 May 2026 from 04:00 PM. The last date for submission of online applications is 15 June 2026 up to 05:00 PM; the last date for hard‑copy submission, if required, will be notified separately by the University.
Q4. What are the pay scales for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in JNU?
The pay scales are as per 7th CPC Academic Pay Levels. Professor posts are in Academic Pay Level‑14 (Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200), Associate Professor posts are in Academic Pay Level‑13A (Rs. 1,31,400 – 2,17,100), and Assistant Professor posts are in Academic Pay Level‑10 (Rs. 57,700 – 1,82,400).
Q5. What are the essential qualifications for Professor posts in JNU?
For Professor posts, candidates must possess a Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline as per UGC Regulations 2018. They should have a minimum of 10 years of teaching/research experience, at least 10 research publications in peer‑reviewed or indexed journals, and a total research score of 120, along with evidence of supervising doctoral candidates.
Q6. What are the eligibility criteria for Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts?
Associate Professors must have a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline plus a Master’s degree with 55% marks, at least 8 years of teaching/research experience, a minimum of 7 research publications and a research score of 75. Assistant Professors require a Master’s degree with 55% marks in the relevant subject with NET/SLET/SET, or a Ph.D. as per UGC norms; a 5% marks relaxation is available for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates.
Q7. What is the application fee for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
General, OBC and EWS category candidates are required to pay a non‑refundable application fee of Rs. 2000 per application. There is no application fee for SC, ST, PwD and Women candidates.
Q8. How can I apply online for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through the CU‑CHAYAN portal accessible via the JNU official website. They need to register, fill the online application form carefully, upload scanned copies of all required documents, pay the applicable fee and submit the application; a separate application is required for each post applied for.
About Government of India Recruitment
Government of India ne JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Professor, Associate and Assistant Professor Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul Multiple positions across various categories posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date 15 June 2026 (05:00 PM) hai.
Application Online mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.