Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala Recruitment 2026 | Assistant Professor (Contract) Vacancies in Multiple Departments
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, invites applications (Notification No. 18000/ADA5-2/2020/REGSECT dated 30 May 2026) for Assistant Professor (Contract) positions in various Schools and Departments for the academic year 2026-2027. Eligible candidates may attend the walk-in interview as per the schedule mentioned in the official notification.
Hiring Organization: Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala
About the Organization: Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam, established on 2 October 1983, is one of the leading state universities in Kerala, serving the higher education needs of Central Kerala. Located at Priyadarsini Hills, the university has evolved into a premier institution known for academic excellence, research, innovation, and interdisciplinary learning through its Schools, Departments, research centres, and affiliated colleges across multiple districts of Kerala.
Positions Open:
- Assistant Professor (Contract)
Refer to the detailed official advertisement for school-wise, discipline-wise, category-wise vacancy distribution, reservation details, and seat matrix.
Departments:
- School of Biosciences
- School of Chemical Sciences
- School of Gandhian Thought and Development Studies
- School of International Relations and Politics
- School of Pure and Applied Physics
- School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
- School of Behavioural Sciences
- School of Letters
- School of Indian Legal Thought
- School of Social Sciences
- School of Computer Sciences
- Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension
- School of Pedagogical Sciences
- School of Environmental Sciences
- School of Management and Business Studies
- School of Tourism Studies
- School of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
- School of Energy Materials
- School of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
- School of Data Analytics
- School of Mathematics and Statistics
- School of Food Science and Technology
- School of Gender Studies
- School of Polymer Science and Technology
Educational Qualification:
- Qualifications shall be as per UGC norms.
- For School of Indian Legal Thought, candidates must possess LLM with UGC NET/PhD.
- For School of Pedagogical Sciences, candidates must possess MA/M.Sc./M.Com. along with M.Ed. and UGC NET/PhD.
Area of Specialization:
Refer to the detailed official advertisement for department-wise complete specialization requirements.
Experience:
- Experience requirements shall be as per UGC norms.
- Teaching experience, research publications, academic achievements, and additional credentials may be considered during evaluation.
Consolidated Pay: ₹40,000/- per month
Age Limit:
- Age shall be as per UGC Regulations regarding appointment of Assistant Professors.
- Retired teachers from Colleges/Universities may also apply subject to a maximum age limit of 70 years as on 01 January 2026.
Important Dates:
Walk-in Interview Dates:
- 08 June 2026: School of Indian Legal Thought, School of Data Analytics, School of Mathematics and Statistics
- 10 June 2026: School of Computer Sciences, School of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, School of Management and Business Studies
- 12 June 2026: School of Gender Studies, School of Social Sciences, School of Gandhian Thought and Development Studies
- 16 June 2026: School of Biosciences, School of Food Science and Technology, School of International Relations and Politics
- 17 June 2026: School of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, School of Polymer Science and Technology, School of Energy Materials
- 19 June 2026: School of Pure and Applied Physics, School of Chemical Sciences, School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
- 23 June 2026: Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension, School of Behavioural Sciences, School of Environmental Sciences
- 24 June 2026: School of Letters, School of Pedagogical Sciences, School of Tourism Studies
Venue: Vice Chancellor’s Chamber
Refer to the detailed official advertisement for the complete department-wise interview schedule and reporting time.
Job Location: Kottayam, Kerala
Apply Mode: Walk-in
How to Apply:
- Candidates must report at the AD A5 Section (Room No. 19, Ground Floor, Administrative Block) one hour before the scheduled interview time.
- Applicants must bring the duly filled interview proforma along with signed hard copies of documents supporting age, qualifications, specialization, experience, publications, reservation claims, and other relevant credentials.
- Candidates claiming reservation benefits must produce the required certificates in the prescribed format.
Refer to the detailed official advertisement before attending the interview.
Detailed Advertisement: link
Organization Website (for details): https://www.mgu.ac.in/home/
Organization Address:
Mahatma Gandhi University
Priyadarsini Hills
Kottayam – 686560
Kerala, India
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