Tezpur University Contractual Recruitment 2026 | Apply for Assistant Professor Positions in Multiple Departments
Tezpur University, Assam, invites applications for Assistant Professor positions on a contractual basis across the Departments of Social Work, Education, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology, and Linguistics & Language Technology. The appointments are initially for 11 months, with provision for extension based on requirement and satisfactory performance. Eligible candidates may apply by email to the respective department on or before August 31, 2026.
Hiring Organization: Tezpur University, Assam
About the Organization: Tezpur University is a Central University established by an Act of Parliament in 1994. The University is committed to providing employment-oriented and interdisciplinary education, promoting quality teaching and research in science, technology, management, humanities, and emerging fields, with a special focus on addressing the regional and national developmental needs.
Positions Open:
- Assistant Professor (On Contractual Basis)
Departments:
- Social Work – 01 Post
- Education – 04 Posts
- Molecular Biology & Biotechnology – 02 Posts
- Linguistics & Language Technology – 02 Posts
Educational Qualification:
- Social Work: Ph.D. in the advertised area of subject/specialization with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the preceding Master’s degree in a concerned/relevant/allied subject, or a Ph.D. from a foreign university/institution ranked among the top 500 in the specified world university rankings.
- Education: Ph.D. in the advertised area of subject/specialization with Master’s degree in Education with at least 55% marks, or Ph.D. in the advertised area with M.Sc./M.A. in the subject with at least 55% marks and M.Ed. with at least 55% marks, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.
- Molecular Biology & Biotechnology: Candidates should possess the prescribed M.Sc. and Ph.D. qualifications relevant to the respective position, along with the specified research experience/publication requirements.
- Linguistics & Language Technology: Ph.D. in the advertised area of subject/specialization with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the preceding Master’s degree in a concerned/relevant/allied subject, or a Ph.D. from a foreign university/institution ranked among the top 500 in the specified world university rankings.
Refer to the respective department-wise detailed advertisements for complete educational qualifications and eligibility criteria.
Area of Specialization:
- Social Work: Open
- Education:
- Assamese Pedagogy
- Philosophy of Education
- Educational Studies
- Molecular Biology & Biotechnology:
- Animal Sciences and Biotechnology
- Microbial Biotechnology and Biochemistry
- Linguistics & Language Technology:
- Syntax
- Cognitive Linguistics
- Computational Linguistics
- Morphosyntax
- General Linguistics
- Fixed remuneration of Rs. 80,000/- per month.
Selection Process:
- The Academic Score specified under Appendix II (Table 3A) of the UGC Regulations, 2018 shall be considered only for shortlisting candidates for the interview.
- Final selection shall be based solely on the candidate’s performance in the personal interview.
Important Dates:
- Last Date to Apply: August 31, 2026
Job Location: Tezpur, Assam
Apply Mode: Email
How to Apply:
- Interested candidates should apply in the prescribed format given in Annexure-I and Annexure-II enclosed with the respective department’s detailed advertisement.
- Candidates should attach copies of the required testimonials, certificates and other relevant documents.
- The completed application should be sent by email to the Head of the concerned Department on or before August 31, 2026.
- Candidates should use the prescribed subject line while sending the application by email.
Refer to the respective detailed advertisements for department-specific email addresses, subject lines, application formats and document requirements.
Email Addresses:
- Social Work: hod_sw@tezu.ernet.in
- Education: hod_edu@tezu.ernet.in
- Molecular Biology & Biotechnology: hod_mbbt@tezu.ernet.in
- Linguistics & Language Technology: hod_llt@tezu.ernet.in
Detailed Advertisement: link
Organization Website (for details): https://www.tezu.ernet.in/
Organization Address:
Tezpur University
Napaam, Tezpur
Sonitpur, Assam
India – 784028
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