Cotton University Recruitment 2026: 10 Head of the Department (HOD) and Assistant Professor – Walk-In Interview on 31 October 2026 @ cottonuniversity.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Head of the Department (Professor / Associate Professor in Education): Post Graduate degree in Education with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade; M.Ed. degree with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade; Ph.D. in Education as prescribed by UGC or NET/SLET qualified. Desirable: Diploma or Degree in Educational Administration or Leadership. Experience: Eight years of teaching experience in a teacher education institution for Professor; ten years for Associate Professor.
• Assistant Professor (Liberal Discipline & Pedagogy): Post-Graduate degree in concerned subjects with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade; B.Ed. degree with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade; NET or SLET or Ph.D. in Education or in the concerned subject. Desirable: M.Ed. or M.Ed. with specialization, Ph.D. in Education. Experience: Not specified in the notification.
• Assistant Professor (Educational Studies): Postgraduate degree in Education (M.Ed.) with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade; National Eligibility Test (NET) or State Level Eligibility Test (SLET) or Ph.D. in Education or in the concerned subject. Desirable: Master's degree in Psychology or Philosophy or Sociology or their allied subjects. Experience: Not specified in the notification.
• Assistant Professor (Art Education): Postgraduate Degree in Performing Arts / Visual Arts with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade. Experience: Not specified in the notification.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection of candidates will be carried out through a physical walk-in interview based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and performance in the interview. The university reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts or cancel any or all advertisements without assigning any reason.

No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview. Candidates must report exactly at 09:00 AM at the Conference Hall, MCB Building, Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam, on the scheduled dates (31 October 2026 and 2 November 2026).

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must email the duly filled-in application form along with self-attested copies of all relevant certificates to the designated email address on or before 26 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM. Physical copies of the documents along with two passport-size photographs must be produced at the time of the walk-in interview for verification.

• Duly filled-in application in the prescribed format
• Self-attested copies of all relevant certificates and mark sheets
• Experience certificates
• Proof of date of birth
• Caste certificate (where applicable)
• Any other relevant testimonials
• Original documents for verification at the time of interview
• 2 (two) copies of passport-size photographs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for email submission and the walk-in interview dates for Cotton University Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submitting the application via email is 26 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM). The physical walk-in interviews are scheduled for 31 October 2026 and 2 November 2026.

Where and when should candidates report for the walk-in interview?

Candidates must report at 09:00 AM at the Conference Hall, MCB Building, Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam.

Is there any application fee required for Cotton University Recruitment 2026?

No application fee has been specified in the official notification; the application process is exempted from fees.

What is the contract duration and job nature for these positions?

All 10 positions (HOD and Assistant Professors) are strictly contractual in nature and are governed by the Statutes, Ordinances, Rules, and Regulations of Cotton University.

How is the salary structure determined for these contractual posts?

The salary and remunerations are negotiable for deserving candidates and shall be decided by the University from time to time based on qualifications, experience, and performance of the employee.