KKHSOU Recruitment 2026: 53 Assistant Professor (Contractual) Posts – Apply Online @ kkhsou.ac.in

About KKHSOU

Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University is a state open university located at Resham Nagar, Khanapara, Guwahati-781022, Assam. Under Advt. No. CT 01/2026, the university has invited online applications for 53 Assistant Professor (Contractual) posts across 18 disciplines. The engagement is purely temporary and contractual in nature, with remuneration payable from the University Fund on the terms and conditions prescribed by the University. Preference shall be given to candidates with relevant teaching or professional experience in Open and Distance Learning (ODL).

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

The 53 vacancies for Assistant Professor (Contractual) are distributed across 18 disciplines as follows:

Note: Any PWD (Persons with Disability) applicant found suitable will be considered for the vacancy in any discipline.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Assistant Professor (Contractual) – All 18 Disciplines:
  • Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever the grading system is followed) in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
  • Qualified NET conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC, such as SLET/SET.
  • NET/SLET/SET Exemption: Candidates awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016, as applicable, including subsequent amendments, are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement, subject to the applicable UGC Regulations.
  • Qualifications are as per the UGC Regulations, 2018, and subsequent amendments, wherever applicable.
  • Preference: Relevant teaching or professional experience in Open and Distance Learning (ODL).

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection involves two stages as stated in the official notification:

1. Screening Committee Shortlist: Screening Committee(s) screen and shortlist candidates based on the information furnished in the online applications. Their decision is final and binding.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are invited to appear for an interview, as per the University's requirements. Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria gives no right to be called for an interview.

No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the interview. The official notification does not specify the interview date, time, or venue at this stage.

How to Apply for KKHSOU CT 01/2026

1. Submit the online application through the KKHSOU application portal. Applications by any other mode will not be entertained.
2. Pay the application fee online only through the payment gateway link(s) in the portal: Rs. 400/- for UR candidates, Rs. 200/- for reserved category candidates.
3. Download the PDF copy of the submitted application form by 27 November 2026, up to 11:59 p.m.
4. Bring the hard copy of the duly completed online application, with proof of payment and self-attested copies of supporting documents, at the time of the interview.
5. Bring all original certificates, testimonials, and other documents for verification at the interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Hard copy of the duly completed online application form (downloaded PDF copy)
• Proof of payment of the application fee (online transaction receipt)
• Self-attested copies of all relevant supporting documents substantiating the claims made in the online application
• Original degree certificates, mark sheets and testimonials for verification at the interview
• Master's Degree certificate and UGC NET/SLET/SET qualification certificate (or Ph.D. degree certificate if exempted from NET)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in prescribed format (if applicable, to claim reserved category fee concession)
• Two recent passport-size photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Important Instructions

• Submission of an application implies acceptance of the terms and conditions stated in the official notification.
• Failure to produce the required original documents, or any discrepancy between the online application and supporting documents, may lead to disqualification.
• The University reserves the right to withdraw any or all of the advertised posts at any stage without assigning any reason.
• The University also reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all of the advertised vacancies, and its decision is final.
• Preference shall be given to candidates with relevant teaching or professional experience in Open and Distance Learning (ODL).
• The engagement is purely temporary and contractual in nature. Remuneration is payable from the University Fund.

Important Links

• Download KKHSOU Assistant Professor (Contractual) Official Notification PDF – Advt. No. CT 01/2026
• KKHSOU Official Website – Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for KKHSOU Assistant Professor (Contractual) Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application, pay the fee, and download the PDF copy of the submitted form for KKHSOU Advt. No. CT 01/2026 is 27 November 2026, up to 11:59 p.m. The official notification does not specify the interview date, time, or venue at this stage.

What is the application fee for KKHSOU CT 01/2026?

The application fee is Rs. 400/- for Unreserved (UR) candidates and Rs. 200/- for Reserved Category candidates. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online only through the payment gateway link(s) provided in the application portal.

What is the job nature and contract duration for KKHSOU Assistant Professor (Contractual)?

The engagement is purely temporary and contractual. The initial contract period is six (6) months, which may be extended subject to the University's requirements and satisfactory performance up to a maximum of one (1) year. Remuneration is payable from the University Fund on the terms and conditions prescribed by the University. This is not a permanent or regular cadre post.

What is the salary structure for KKHSOU Assistant Professor (Contractual) 2026?

The consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs. 25,000/- (Rupees Twenty-Five Thousand only) per month. There is no separate HRA, DA, or other allowances mentioned in the notification.

What is the educational qualification required for KKHSOU Assistant Professor (Contractual)?

Candidates must hold a Master's Degree with at least 55% marks in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University (or equivalent from an accredited foreign university) and must have qualified UGC NET, CSIR NET, SLET, or SET. Candidates with a Ph.D. Degree awarded as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 (with subsequent amendments) are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement. Qualifications follow UGC Regulations, 2018.

What is the selection process for KKHSOU CT 01/2026?

The selection has two stages: (1) Screening Committee shortlist – the screening committee(s) screen and shortlist candidates based on the online application information, and their decision is final; (2) Interview – shortlisted candidates are called for an interview. No TA/DA is paid for appearing in the interview. Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria gives no right to be called for an interview.