CUSAT Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1 Post

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Professor (on Contract) in Forensic Science. Interested candidates with the requisite qualifications and experience can apply online through the official website. The last date for submitting the online application is 20th January 2026, and the hard copy must reach by 27th January 2026.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Assistant Professor (on Contract)

• Essential Qualification (Route A):
  • M.Sc Forensic Science with specialization in Digital Forensics & Cyber Security, OR M.Sc Computer Science with specialization in Cyber Forensics & Information Security, Cyber Security, Information Security, Network & Information Security, with 55% marks in the Master's Degree.
  • Additional Requirement: National Eligibility Test (NET) OR Ph.D.
  • Regulations: Eligibility conditions as per UGC Regulations 2018.
• Essential Qualification (Route B):
  • MCA / M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, with first class or equivalent.
  • Regulations: Eligibility conditions as per AICTE Regulations 2019.
• Desirable: One year experience in teaching/research/laboratory in Forensic Science.
• Salary: Consolidated salary of ₹ 42,000/- per month for Ph.D holders and ₹ 40,000/- per month for others.

Application Fee

• General Candidates: ₹ 900/-
• SC/ST Candidates: ₹ 185/-
• Mode: Online payment (Net banking/Credit/Debit cards). Payment by cash/Cheque/DD will not be accepted.

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Apply online through the University website recruit.cusat.ac.in before the last date.
2. Download the online application from the website after filling it out.
3. Ensure the application strictly adheres to the terms/regulations mentioned in the Notification.
4. Send the hard copy of the duly filled online application to: The Registrar, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi – 682 022.
5. Attach self-attested copies of necessary documents (Qualification, Date of Birth, Reservation, etc.).
6. Ensure the hard copy reaches the Office of the Registrar by 27.01.2026.

Important Links:
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for CUSAT Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date for online application is 20th January 2026, and the hard copy must be received by 27th January 2026.

Q2: How many vacancies are available?
A: There is 01 vacancy for Assistant Professor (on Contract) in Forensic Science.

Q3: What is the salary for this post?
A: ₹ 42,000/- per month for Ph.D holders and ₹ 40,000/- per month for non-Ph.D holders.

Q4: Is NET qualification mandatory?
A: NET is required if you do not possess a Ph.D., as per UGC Regulations 2018. Alternatively, candidates with MCA/M.Tech (First Class) are eligible under AICTE Regulations.