University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram Recruitment 2026 | Assistant Professor Positions on Contract Basis
University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, invites online applications from qualified candidates for appointment to the post of Assistant Professor on a contract basis in all Teaching Departments of the University against anticipated vacancies. Candidates with a relevant Master’s degree and NET or Ph.D. in the relevant discipline may apply online on or before August 31, 2026.
Hiring Organization: University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
About the Organization: University of Kerala, founded in 1937 as the University of Travancore, is one of the first 16 universities in India. Renamed the University of Kerala in 1957, it currently has 16 faculties and 44 teaching and research departments, along with study centres and more than 180 affiliated colleges. The University focuses on teaching, research and knowledge extension, and has been awarded an A++ grade by NAAC.
Positions Open:
- Assistant Professor (On Contract Basis)
Departments:
- All Teaching Departments of the University of Kerala
Refer to the official website of the University of Kerala (https://www.keralauniversity.ac.in/) for the list of Departments, Centres and Schools.
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates should possess a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
- A relaxation of 5% marks is allowed for SC/ST candidates.
- Candidates should have qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) for appointment as Assistant Professor or hold a Ph.D. Degree in the relevant subject.
- Consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 45,000/-.
Selection Process:
- Applications will be scrutinized, and shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
- Shortlisted candidates must appear for the interview with all essential certificates/documents in original along with self-attested copies.
- The date of the interview will be communicated to shortlisted candidates through e-mail.
Refer to the detailed advertisement for complete selection criteria and procedure.
Application Fee:
- For candidates except SC/ST category: Rs. 500/-
- For SC/ST category candidates: Rs. 250/-
Important Dates:
- Last Date to Apply: August 31, 2026
Job Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Apply Mode: Online
How to Apply:
- Interested and eligible candidates should apply online through the University of Kerala recruitment portal.
- Candidates should complete and submit the online application along with the prescribed application fee within the specified deadline.
- No hard copy of the application needs to be sent to the University.
Refer to the detailed advertisement for complete application instructions, eligibility criteria and documents required before applying.
Detailed Advertisement: link
Organization Website (for details): https://www.keralauniversity.ac.in/
Organization Address:
University of Kerala
Senate House Campus, Palayam
Thiruvananthapuram – 34, Kerala
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