CDS Thiruvananthapuram Faculty Recruitment 2026 for 3 Assistant Professor Posts

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• For Assistant Professor:
  • Educational Qualification: PhD (Awarded) in Economics, Statistics, Demography, or any Social Science subject working in development-related issues.
  • Other Qualification: Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (5% relaxation for persons with benchmark Disabilities).
  • Publications: At least 1 publication in the area of Development Economics/Development Studies in a UGC-approved or SCOPUS-indexed journal.
• Experience/Skills: Preference given to candidates who can teach in areas like Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Econometrics, Statistics, Demography, Environmental Economics, etc. at Masters' and PhD levels and supervise doctoral research.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection will be based on a Presentation and Interview. The Centre reserves the right to shortlist a smaller number of applicants from those who fulfill the minimum advertised conditions. Candidates must bring all original documents for verification. No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the Presentation and Interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

1. Self-attested scanned copies of PG degree certificate and mark/grade sheets.
2. Self-attested scanned copy of Ph.D. degree certificate.
3. Self-attested scanned proof of date of birth.
4. PwD Certificate (for PwD candidates).
5. No Objection Certificate (NOC) & Vigilance Clearance from present employer (for Government/PSU employees).
6. Valid category/caste certificate issued by competent authority (if applicable).
7. Candidates must apply online at https://cdsrec.samarth.edu.in/.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for CDS Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online application submission is October 30, 2026, until 05:00 PM.

2. How is the selection conducted? Is there a written exam?

Selection is through a Presentation and Interview. There is no written exam mentioned. Shortlisting may occur based on the number of applicants.

3. What is the application fee?

The official notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates are advised to check the official website for any updates.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No, this recruitment is for contractual positions. The employment nature is contractual, not a permanent government job with lifetime pension benefits.

5. What is the salary for the Assistant Professor post?

The pay is as per the 7th Central Pay Matrix, Academic Level 10 (Entry-level), which ranges from Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400 plus applicable allowances.

6. Where can I find the official notification and apply?

The official notification PDF is available at https://cds.edu/wp-content/uploads/Notification-FacultyRecruitment2026.pdf. Applications must be submitted online via https://cdsrec.samarth.edu.in/.