AMU Assistant Professor (Contractual) Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

AMU Assistant Professor (Contractual) Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

AMU Assistant Professor (Contractual) Recruitment 2026: Overview

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 1 Assistant Professor (Contractual) post in the Department of Chinese. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for candidates looking for faculty positions in a premier central university. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on an interview. It does not involve a written competitive examination.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

• Master’s Degree: Must have a Master’s Degree in Chinese with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited Foreign University.
• Eligibility Path 1 (Net/SLET/SET): Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC/CSIR or a similar test accredited by the UGC (SLET/SET).
• Eligibility Path 2 (Ph.D.): Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016.
• Foreign Ph.D.: Ph.D. Degree obtained from a Foreign University/Institution with a ranking among the top 500 in World University Rankings (QS, THE, or ARWU) is accepted.
• Ph.D. Registration Exemption: Candidates registered for Ph.D. prior to July 11, 2009, are exempted from NET/SLET/SET if specific criteria regarding thesis evaluation, viva-voce, and research paper publication are met.

Age Limit

The specific age limit is detailed in the official notification. However, standard age relaxation rules apply:

• Relaxation: 5% relaxation in eligibility marks for SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates.

Mandatory Requirements

• Physical standards are not applicable for this academic position.
• Candidates must meet the specific academic criteria regarding publications and thesis evaluation if claiming exemption via Ph.D. registration before July 2009.

Selection Process & Interview Details

Selection Stages

Since this is a contractual academic recruitment, the selection is merit-based and interview-driven.

1. Online Application Submission: Completion of the form on the AMU portal.
2. Offline Submission: Submission of the printed application form along with required documents.
3. Interview: A direct interview (Walk-in) is the final selection stage.

Interview Structure

While a written exam is not conducted, candidates should prepare for a standard academic interview covering:

• Subject knowledge (Chinese Language/Literature)
• Teaching aptitude
• Research methodology

Application Fee

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the AMU recruitment portal or the direct link provided below.
2. Read the Notification: Download and carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No. 01/2026) to ensure eligibility.
3. Fill the Online Form: Complete the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the Fee: Pay the application fee of Rs. 500/- online (if applicable).
6. Review & Submit: Review all details carefully before final submission.
7. Print Application: Take a printout of the submitted application form.
8. Offline Submission: Send the printed application form along with self-attested copies of documents to the designated department address (refer to notification for exact mailing address) by 01 March 2026.
9. Attend Interview: Qualified candidates must appear for the walk-in interview on 07 March 2026 at the Department of Chinese, AMU, Aligarh.

Important Dates

• Last Date for Online Application: 01 March 2026
• Last Date for Offline Submission (Printed Form): 01 March 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 07 March 2026

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Apply Online (AMU Official Portal) (Link to be activated on portal)
• Visit Official Website