Presidency University Kolkata Professor Recruitment 2026 – 44 Vacancies Across 15 Departments, Apply by 1 July

Candidates must note the critical dates for Presidency University Professor Recruitment 2026. The application window is tight - the notification was issued on 03 June 2026 and the last date to apply online is 01 July 2026 at 5:30 PM. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.

Presidency University has notified Professor vacancies across 15 departments and institutes spanning Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Health Sciences. The vacancy count and category-wise distribution for each department are as follows. The Life Sciences department has the highest number of vacancies at 8, followed by Economics and Geology with 5 each. Reservation norms applicable are those prescribed by the State Government of West Bengal, as amended from time to time. OBC certificates must be issued or revalidated not before 18 May 2026 to be valid for this recruitment.

The eligibility for the post of Professor at Presidency University follows UGC-aligned norms and must be satisfied under one of two defined pathways - academic route (a) or professional/industry route (b). All essential qualifications must have been obtained from a recognized University or Institute affiliated to UGC or other statutory apex bodies, or recognized by the State or Central Government as a centre of higher learning. An eminent scholar with a Ph.D. degree in the concerned, allied, or relevant discipline. Published work of high quality, actively engaged in research with a minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals. A total research score of 120 as per the criteria in Appendix I, Table 1 of the notification. A minimum of 10 years of teaching experience in a university or college as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, and/or re

The pay scale for the post of Professor at Presidency University, Kolkata is fixed under Academic Level 14 as per the applicable pay matrix. Other allowances are as per State Government Orders. The pay structure is as follows. In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be entitled to other admissible allowances as per State Government orders in force. Appointments will be made on probation for a period of one year , which may be waived or extended in exceptional cases. The University's rules framed and amended from time to time will govern the probation terms. During or at the end of the probationary period, the services of the incumbent may be terminated without assigning any reasons.

Presidency University has not specified a written examination for Professor posts. Selection is based on academic credentials, research experience, and performance in a personal interview before the Selection Committee. The overall procedure is designed to be transparent and objective, with a scoring system based on weightage given to different dimensions of the candidate's performance. Application Screening: The respective screening committee of the University will shortlist candidates based on qualifications, experience, and other credentials. Meeting minimum eligibility does not guarantee a call for interview. Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview before the Selection Committee. All shortlisted candidates must be physically present before the Selection Committee on the day of interview - no exceptions. Document Verification: Photocopies of all

While specific documents to be uploaded during the online application are not separately listed in the notification, candidates should have the following ready at the time of interview if shortlisted. All documents must be self-attested copies, with originals available for verification. Ph.D. degree certificate from a recognized University/Institute Master's degree and Graduate degree mark sheets and certificates Research publications list with evidence of publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals Research score calculation as per Appendix I, Table 1 of the notification Evidence of successful guidance of doctoral candidates Teaching/research experience certificates from all previous and current employers SC/ST/OBC/PH category certificate issued by the competent authority of the Government of West Bengal (OBC certificates must be issued/revalidated not before 18 May 2026) No Ob