SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 133 Posts

Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), Formerly University of Pune, Pune

Posts: 133 (subject to University's right to fill or not to fill) Last Date: 01-06-2026 Online

Short Information

SPPU is recruiting 133 Assistant Professor (Contractual) posts across 35+ departments with Master's degree (55%) + NET/SET/Ph.D. qualification, last date 01 June 2026.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Date Of Notification	22/05/2026 (Ref. No. AT/NF/755)
University Circular Reference	Circular No. 90/2026 (AT/726 dated 15.05.2026)
Opening Of Online Application	23-05-2026
Last Date To Apply	01-06-2026
Qualification / Experience Cut Off Date	01-06-2026 (qualifications and experience counted as on last date of application)
Non Creamy Layer Certificate Validity Required Up To	31.03.2026 (for DT-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, OBC, SBC categories)
Interview Date	To be notified by the concerned Department; candidates to appear at own expense

Application Fee

Obc Fee	Rs. 500/- (online payment only)
Details	Application fee must be paid by online mode only. Candidates must produce the online payment receipt at the time of interview. Fee is non-refundable.

Age Limit

Details	The notification does not specify a specific upper age limit for Assistant Professor (Contractual) posts. Age shall be considered as on the last date of receipt of application (01-06-2026). Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and other reserved categories is as per Maharashtra Government rules.

Qualification / Eligibility

Nationality	Indian Citizen
Education Qualification	Master's degree with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or equivalent accredited foreign University. SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates get 5% relaxation (55% to 50%) for eligibility purposes. Ph.D. holders who obtained Master's degree before 19 September 1991 also get 5% relaxation.
Domicile	Reserved category benefits only for categories recognized in the State of Maharashtra. Candidates from reserved categories from outside Maharashtra will be treated as Open category and must apply under Open category only.
Details	Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on 01-06-2026 (last date of application). Qualifications and experience are as notified by the Government of Maharashtra, UGC, AICTE, and SPPU from time to time. The subject specialization mentioned in this notification is indicative and desirable - candidates with UGC-prescribed minimum qualifications for Assistant Professor other than those specified may also apply.

Vacancy Details

{'Post': 'Assistant Professor (Contractual) - Total', 'Total': '133'}
{'Post': 'General Reservation', 'Total': '86'}
{'Post': "Women's Reservation", 'Total': '41'}
{'Post': 'Sports Persons Reservation', 'Total': '06'}
{'Post': 'PwBD (Persons with Disabilities)', 'Total': '05'}
{'Post': 'Orphans', 'Total': '01'}
{'Disability Group': 'Group A', 'Description': 'Blindness and Low Vision', 'Posts Reserved': '2 Posts'}
{'Disability Group': 'Group B', 'Description': 'Deaf and Hard of Hearing', 'Posts Reserved': '1 Post'}
{'Disability Group': 'Group C', 'Description': 'Locomotor Disability including Cerebral Palsy / Leprosy Cured / Dwarfism / Acid Attack Victims / Muscular Dystrophy', 'Posts Reserved': '1 Post'}
{'Disability Group': 'Group D / E', 'Description': 'Autism / Intellectual Disability / Specific Learning Disability / Mental Illness (D); Multiple Disabilities from Groups A to D including Deaf-Blindness (E)', 'Posts Reserved': '1 Post'}
{'Code': 'A-01', 'Department': 'Biotechnology', 'Total Posts': '05', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Plant Biotechnology / Biophysics / Computational Biology / Bioinformatics / Omics / Biochemical Engineering / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Organic Chemistry'}
{'Code': 'A-02', 'Department': 'Centre for Energy Studies', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': '1. Energy Management 2. Energy Audit 3. Hydrogen Energy 4. Data Analysis / Chat GPT / AI'}
{'Code': 'A-03', 'Department': 'Chemistry', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 - M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry; 02 - M.Sc. in Bio-Chemistry'}
{'Code': 'A-04', 'Department': 'Computer Science', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': 'M.Sc. (Computer Science) / MCA (Science & Technology Faculty) / M.Tech./M.E. (Computer Science & Engineering)'}
{'Code': 'A-05', 'Department': 'Electronic & Instrumentation Science', 'Total Posts': '04', 'Indicative Specialization': '02 - Analog/Digital/Power Electronics/LabVIEW/MATLAB/Sensor/Instrumentation/Microcontroller/Optical Instrumentation; 01 - Embedded System/PIC/ARM/RTOS/VLSI/AI/Data Science; 01 - Image Processing/DSP/Electromagnetics/Intelligence/Data Science/Embedded System'}
{'Code': 'A-06', 'Department': 'Environmental Science', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': '1. Environmental Science / Habitat & Wildlife / Environmental Ecology 2. Environmental Chemistry / Physics 3. Environmental Geology / Sustainable Development / Environmental Technology / Environmental Pollution / Climate Change Science'}
{'Code': 'A-07', 'Department': 'Geography', 'Total Posts': '04', 'Indicative Specialization': '02 - Economics Geography / Geomorphology / Population & Settlement Geography; 02 - M.Sc. Geoinformatics / M.A./M.Sc. Geography with Geoinformatics training / M.Sc. Computer with Geoinformatics / M.Tech. Remote Sensing & GIS'}
{'Code': 'A-08', 'Department': 'Health Science', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': "02 - Master's in Health Sciences / Public Health / Life Sciences / Nutrition / Statistics / Microbiology; 01 - Master in Ayurveda / AYUSH / Biomedical Sciences (MD Degree) - MD holders may be exempted from SET/NET"}
{'Code': 'A-09', 'Department': 'Interdisciplinary School of Science', 'Total Posts': '05', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 M.Sc. Mathematics; 01 M.Sc. Environmental Science; 01 M.Sc. Life Science/Bio-Science; 01 M.A./M.Sc. Psychology; 01 M.A. Economics'}
{'Code': 'A-10', 'Department': 'Mathematics', 'Total Posts': '06', 'Indicative Specialization': '02 M.Sc. Mathematics; 03 M.Sc. Industrial Mathematics with Computer Applications / M.Tech. / M.Sc.Tech. (Industrial Maths) / M.Sc. Computer Science / MCS/MCA / M.Sc. Mathematics & Computing / M.Sc. Data Science / M.Sc. Scientific Computing; 01 M.Sc. Statistics/M.Stat.'}
{'Code': 'A-11', 'Department': 'Media & Communication Studies', 'Total Posts': '04', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 Museum Curator / History / Media Studies; 01 Media Research / Media Studies; 01 Video Production / Camera; 01 Video Production / Film Studies (Graduates from FTII, SRFTI etc. exempted from NET/SET)'}
{'Code': 'A-12', 'Department': 'Microbiology', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Medical Microbiology / Virology / Cell Biology / Genomics / Biophysical Techniques'}
{'Code': 'A-13', 'Department': 'Physics', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': '1. Theoretical Physics 2. Biophysics 3. Energy Studies 4. Nuclear Physics'}
{'Code': 'A-14', 'Department': 'Scientific Computing, Modeling & Simulation', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Statistics / Scientific Computing / Modeling & Simulation / Computational Science/Engineering'}
{'Code': 'A-15', 'Department': 'Statistics', 'Total Posts': '01', 'Indicative Specialization': 'M.A. / M.Sc. / M.Stat / or Ph.D. in any branch of Statistics'}
{'Code': 'A-16', 'Department': 'Technology', 'Total Posts': '05', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 M.E./M.Tech. Computer Engineering/IT; 01 M.E./M.Tech. Civil/Environmental Engineering; 01 M.E./M.Tech. Mechanical/Materials Engineering; 01 M.E./M.Tech. Biotechnology/Chemical Engineering; 01 M.E./M.Tech. Electronics/Electrical Engineering'}
{'Code': 'A-17*', 'Department': 'Data Science (Ahilyanagar Sub Center)', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 M.Sc. Computer Science; 01 M.Sc. Statistics (*Interview at Ahilyanagar Sub Center)'}
{'Code': 'B-01', 'Department': 'Commerce', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': '1. Business Administration 2. Advanced Accounting & Costing 3. Digital Marketing'}
{'Code': 'B-02', 'Department': 'Management Science', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 All Specializations; 01 Hospitality / Hotel Management / Tourism Management'}
{'Code': 'B-03**', 'Department': 'Management Science (Nashik Center)', 'Total Posts': '04', 'Indicative Specialization': '02 Marketing / Finance / HRM / Operation & Supply Chain Management; 02 General Management / Marketing / Finance / Operation & Supply Chain Management (**Interview at Nashik Sub Center)'}
{'Code': 'C-01', 'Department': 'Anthropology', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': '02 Social Cultural Anthropology; 01 Biological Anthropology'}
{'Code': 'C-02', 'Department': 'Defence & Strategic Studies', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Defence & Strategic Studies'}
{'Code': 'C-03', 'Department': 'Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Studies', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Defence & Strategic Studies or National Security Studies'}
{'Code': 'C-04', 'Department': 'Economics', 'Total Posts': '01', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Mathematical Economics / Econometrics & Statistics related to Economics'}
{'Code': 'C-05', 'Department': 'English', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': 'English Literature / Early Moderns / Comparative Literature / Cultural Studies / LGBT Studies / Digital Humanities / Narratology / Dalit Literature / Linguistics / Stylistics & General Linguistics. Candidates should be able to teach courses in the department syllabus on University website.'}
{'Code': 'C-06', 'Department': 'Foreign Languages', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 German Language (History of Literature / Contemporary German Literature / Migration and Literature); 01 French Language (Subtitling / Teaching French as Foreign Language / French Literature / Research Methodology); 01 Spanish Language (Translation / History of Hispanic Literature / Contemporary Hispanic Literature / Advanced Grammar)'}
{'Code': 'C-07', 'Department': 'Hindi', 'Total Posts': '01', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Anuvad / Hindi Computing / Prayojanmoolak Hindi'}
{'Code': 'C-08', 'Department': 'History', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Medieval History (India and Deccan) / Modern History (India and Maharashtra)'}
{'Code': 'C-09', 'Department': 'Law', 'Total Posts': '05', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Business Law / Science and Technology Law / Constitutional and Administration Law'}
{'Code': 'C-10', 'Department': 'Marathi', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Bhashavidnyan / Lokpriya Sahitya / Sahityakrutinche Madhyamantar / Loksahitya ani Lokkala / Boli Abhyas / Bhashantar Mimansa / Sahityashastra va Sahitya Samiksha / Granth Prakashan ani Sampadan / Stri Sahitya / Bhashantar Vidya / Saundarya Shastra / Vishishta Sahitya Pravahanchha Abhyas'}
{'Code': 'C-11', 'Department': 'Pali & Buddhist Studies', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': 'M.A. in Buddhist Studies / Buddhist Literature / Pali'}
{'Code': 'C-12', 'Department': 'Political Science', 'Total Posts': '01', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Political Theory / Indian Politics / Comparative Politics / Political Sociology / Public Administration / Public Policy / International Relations'}
{'Code': 'C-13', 'Department': 'Psychology', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Clinical / Industrial-Organizational / Experimental / Cognitive / Neuro / Psychological Testing & Measurement / Emotions & Motivation / Personality / Applied / Social / Developmental / Forensic Psychology'}
{'Code': 'C-14', 'Department': 'Sociology', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Sociology of Globalisation / Education / Sociological Theories / Urban Sociology / Sociology of Gender / Classical Sociology / Research Methodology / Sociology of India / State Society and Human Rights'}
{'Code': 'D-01', 'Department': 'Centre for Performing Arts', 'Total Posts': '03', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 Indian Classical Music (Vocal/Instrumental); 01 Indian Classical Dance (Kathak/Bharatnatyam); 01 Contemporary Marathi Theatre'}
{'Code': 'D-02', 'Department': 'Communication & Journalism', 'Total Posts': '02', 'Indicative Specialization': 'Communication Theory or Marathi Journalism; Digital Media or Public Relations'}
{'Code': 'D-03', 'Department': 'Education & Extension', 'Total Posts': '05', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 M.Sc. Mathematics with B.Ed/M.Ed; 01 M.Sc. Chemistry with B.Ed/M.Ed; 02 M.Sc. Botany with B.Ed/M.Ed; 01 M.Sc. Zoology with B.Ed/M.Ed'}
{'Code': 'D-04', 'Department': 'Sport & Physical Education', 'Total Posts': '06', 'Indicative Specialization': '04 Yoga; 02 Physical Education'}
{'Code': 'D-05', 'Department': 'Skill Development Center', 'Total Posts': '06', 'Indicative Specialization': '02 Retail Management (M.Com./MBA); 02 B.Voc Manufacturing Technology (B.E./M.E./M.Tech. Mechanical/Production/Metallurgy or M.Sc. Electronics Science/Instrumentation); 01 Renewable Energy (M.E./M.Tech. Renewable Energy or M.Sc. Energy Studies); 01 B.Voc IT & IT-es (B.E./M.E./M.Tech. Computer or MCS/MCA/M.Sc. Computer Science/IT)'}
{'Code': 'D-06', 'Department': 'School of Open & Distance Learning', 'Total Posts': '08', 'Indicative Specialization': "01 Languages (Marathi/English); 01 Social Science (Sociology/History/Political Science/Economics/Psychology/Philosophy); 01 Commerce; 01 Management; 01 Science (Geography); 01 Education; 01 Student Service/Online Education/Educational Communication/Academic Service (Any Master's); 01 Education Technology/E-content Development (M.Ed. with Educational Technology/ICT)"}
{'Code': 'E-01', 'Department': 'Competitive Exam Center', 'Total Posts': '04', 'Indicative Specialization': '01 Political Science; 01 History; 01 Sociology; 01 Economics'}

Category Wise Vacancy

Post	Orphans
Description	Autism / Intellectual Disability / Specific Learning Disability / Mental Illness (D); Multiple Disabilities from Groups A to D including Deaf-Blindness (E)
Posts Reserved	1 Post
Total Posts	04

Selection Process

Selection is through document verification followed by interview. Candidates who fulfill the conditions mentioned in the notification and are found eligible after document verification will be called for interview. The University will not correspond with ineligible candidates. Candidates called for interview must appear at their own expense.
Stage 1 - Online Application & Shortlisting
Candidates must apply online at https://admin.unipune.ac.in/recruitment from 23-05-2026 to 01-06-2026. A separate application must be submitted for each department/post. Applications must be complete in all respects - incomplete applications and applications with incorrect/false information will be disqualified at any stage.
Stage 2 - Document Verification
Candidates who are prima facie eligible will be called for document verification. Candidates must submit the application form along with all enclosures to the Head of the concerned Department at the time of interview for verification. Original documents plus attested copies of all required documents must be produced. Candidates must NOT send hard copies to the Department or Administration Teaching Section by post or in person at any time before or after the interview.
Stage 3 - Interview
Candidates found eligible after document verification will be eligible for interview. Date
time
and venue of interviews will be notified by the concerned Department. Candidates appearing for interview at Ahilyanagar Sub Center (Code A-17) and Nashik Center (Code B-03) must note that interviews will be held at those respective locations
not at the main SPPU campus. All candidates must appear for interview at their own expense.

How To Apply

Candidates shall apply online only through the University website https://admin.unipune.ac.in/recruitment from 23-05-2026 to 01-06-2026. A separate application must be submitted for each post/department. Candidates should NOT send or submit hard copies of the recruitment application to the Head of the concerned Department or the Administration Teaching Section by post or in person at any time.
Documents Required to be Uploaded / Brought at Interview (Original + Self-attested/attested copies):
Printout of Online Application Form
Complete Bio-data / CV / Resume
Document in support of Date of Birth
Government Gazette / appropriate certificate in case of change of name
Caste certificate issued by competent authority - for SC / ST / DT-A / NT-B / NT-C / NT-D / OBC / SBC candidates
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (valid up to 31.03.2026) for DT-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, OBC, SBC categories - as per Maharashtra Government Circular No. CBC 10/2006/Pra.Kra.15/MAVAK 5 dated 5th June 2006
Caste Validity Certificate, if already obtained
EWS Certificate - as per Maharashtra GR No. RAAADho/4019/Pra.kra.31/16-A dated 12.02.2019 & 31.05.2021
SEBC Certificate - as per Maharashtra GR No. BCC2024/Pra.kra.75/Arakshan-5 dated 05.07.2024
Disability Certificate issued by authorized Medical Expert of Government Hospital in the concerned District - for PwBD candidates
Sports certificate - for Sports Persons Reservation (as per Maharashtra GR RaKriDho-2002/Prakra68/KriYuSe-2 dated 01.07.2016 & Sankirna-1716/PraKra18/KriYuSe-2 dated 30.06.2022)
Orphan certificate - as per Maharashtra GR Orphan2022/Pra.Kra.122/Ka-03 dated 06.04.2023
Copy of NET / SET Certificate(s)
Ph.D. degree certificate AND University/Registrar/Dean certification of compliance with UGC Ph.D. Regulations 2009 - for NET/SET exemption claimants
Degree / Diploma certificates and mark sheets of all relevant examinations (both sides) - Graduation, Post Graduation
Certificate of Equivalence in percentage - for candidates with CGPA/credit system degrees
Specialization proof: PG mark sheet showing specialization OR Dissertation copy OR Research publications OR Book cover/index pages in relevant specialization
Appointment order(s) - for teachers appointed in University/Government Colleges and Institutions
Teaching experience and/or post-doctoral research certificates
Online fee payment receipt (Rs. 1,000/- Open; Rs. 500/- Reserved categories)
Do NOT send hard copies of application or documents to any office before or after interview. Candidates must appear for interview at their own expense.
Apply Online at: https://admin.unipune.ac.in/recruitment → Recruitment Notifications → AT/NF/755 dated 22/05/2026 → Apply Online
For queries: Refer University website https://unipune.ac.in | All information and circulars will be notified on the University website only - no correspondence with ineligible candidates will be made.

Important Instructions

THIS IS NOT A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT. The post of Assistant Professor (Contractual) is purely temporary in nature, up to 31st May, 2027. Selected candidates will not have any claim for regularization or permanent appointment on the basis of this contractual engagement. Separate application must be submitted for each post/department. A single common application for multiple departments is not valid. Candidates must NOT send or submit hard copies of the application to the Department or Administration Teaching Section by post or in person - only online applications are accepted. Application at interview: Candidates must bring the printout of the online application form along with all supporting original documents and attested/self-attested photocopies to the concerned Department Head at the time of interview for verification. Qualifications, relevant experience, and age will be counted as on the last date of receipt of application (01-06-2026). Documents acquired after the cut-off date will not be considered. Candidates furnishing incorrect or false information shall stand disqualified at any stage, including after appointment. Canvassing directly or indirectly will be a disqualification. Candidates called for interview must appear at their own expense. The University will not reimburse travel or any other expenses. Candidates from reserved categories from outside Maharashtra will be treated as Open category only. DT-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D category reservations are separate and internally transferable - if a candidate from one of these categories is not available, the post can be filled interchangeably within DT-A/NT-B/NT-C/NT-D. SEBC reservation is applicable as per Maharashtra GR No. BCC 2024/Pra.Kra.75/16-C dated 27.02.2024. Reserved category candidates appointed against reserved posts must submit their Caste Validity Certificate within 6 months of the appointment order - as per Maharashtra Notification No. BBC-2011/Pra.Kra./1064/2011/16-B dated 12.12.2011. The University reserves the right to fill or not to fill any post, or to modify/alter/cancel the advertisement at any time without assigning any reason. University Circular No. 90/2026 (Outward No. AT/726 dated 15.05.2026) forms an integral part of this notification - candidates must read it before applying. All information, corrigenda, and circulars will be published on the University website only - candidates should check the website regularly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026-27?

The SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026-27 is a contractual hiring process conducted by Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) for engagement of Assistant Professors on a temporary basis. This recruitment is issued under Ref. No. AT/NF/755 dated 22/05/2026 for various departments across multiple faculties. The appointment is purely temporary and valid up to 31st May 2027, with no claim for permanent employment.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026-27?

A total of 133 Assistant Professor (Contractual) vacancies have been announced across 35+ departments and 5 faculties. These include posts in Science & Technology, Commerce & Management, Humanities, Interdisciplinary Studies, and other academic units. Reservation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, SEBC, PwBD, Sports Persons, and Orphan categories as per Maharashtra government rules.

Q3. What is the eligibility criteria for SPPU Assistant Professor posts?

Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks in the relevant subject from a recognized university. Additionally, applicants must have cleared NET/SET or possess a Ph.D. qualification as per UGC regulations for exemption. Certain relaxations in marks and eligibility are applicable for reserved category candidates as per government norms.

Q4. What is the age limit for SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

The notification does not specify a strict upper age limit for Assistant Professor (Contractual) posts. However, age and eligibility will be calculated as on 01 June 2026, which is the last date of application. Any relaxation or additional conditions will be applicable as per Maharashtra government and university circulars.

Q5. What is the salary or honorarium for SPPU Assistant Professors?

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated honorarium of Rs. 50,000 per month for the contractual period. This payment is fixed and does not include additional allowances such as DA, HRA, or pension benefits. The engagement is purely temporary and does not confer permanent employee status.

Q6. What is the selection process for SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

The selection process consists of document verification followed by an interview. Only candidates who meet eligibility criteria will be shortlisted for the interview stage. Final selection is based on interview performance and verification of original documents at the time of reporting.

Q7. How can I apply for SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must apply online through the official SPPU recruitment portal at https://admin.unipune.ac.in/recruitment. A separate application is required for each department or post. Applicants must fill in details, upload documents, and submit the form online within the specified dates.

Q8. What is the last date to apply for SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 01 June 2026. Candidates should complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid server or technical issues. No applications will be accepted after the closing date under any circumstances.

About Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), Formerly University of Pune, Pune Recruitment

Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), Formerly University of Pune, Pune ne SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 133 Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 133 (subject to University's right to fill or not to fill) posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date 01-06-2026 hai.

Application Online mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.