Mahatma Gandhi University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 01 Post

Mahatma Gandhi University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 01 Post

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Professor on Contract in Computer Science. This is a contract position for the academic year 2025–2026 at the Institute for Integrated Programmes and Research in Basic Sciences (IIRBS). Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply offline via email before the deadline.

MG University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria for Assistant Professor on Contract

Eligibility for Assistant Professor on Contract

• Essential: As per UGC norms for Assistant Professor in Computer Science discipline.
• Experience: Not explicitly specified, but candidates must provide proof of published articles, impact factor details, and experience certificates as per the proforma.
• Desirable: Degrees obtained from Universities/Institutions outside Kerala must be accompanied by an equivalency/eligibility certificate from Mahatma Gandhi University.

Age Limit

• Age shall be governed by UGC Regulations for the appointment of Assistant Professors.
• Retired teachers from Colleges/Universities may be considered, provided the maximum age limit does not exceed 70 years as of 01/01/2026.

Salary/Stipend

• UGC qualified candidates: Consolidated pay of ₹40,000/- per month.
• Non-UGC candidates: Consolidated pay of ₹33,000/- per month (considered only if no UGC qualified candidates are available).
• Engagement is purely on contract basis for the academic year 2025–2026 (till 15 April 2026).

Selection Process

Applications will be scrutinized based on eligibility as per UGC norms, reservation rules, and completeness of documents. Shortlisted candidates will be considered as per the University’s existing norms for contract Assistant Professors. Selected candidates must execute an agreement with the University before joining.

How to Apply

1. Download and fill the prescribed proforma "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ON CONTRACT AT IIRBS & IMPSS" attached with the notification.
2. Prepare scanned copies of original documents (Age, Community, Educational Qualifications, Experience, Impact Factor, CGPA conversion, Equivalency Certificate, etc.).
3. Send the filled proforma and documents via email to: [email protected]
4. Subject Line: "Application for the post of Assistant Professor on Contract (Computer Science) at IIRBS"
5. Ensure the email reaches within 15 days from 06/01/2026. Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.

Important Links:

Official Notification PDF: Click here

Official Website: Click here

FAQs

• Q1: What is the last date to apply for MGU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
  Applications must be submitted via email within 15 days from 06/01/2026.
• Q2: What is the salary for this post?
  ₹40,000/- per month for UGC qualified candidates and ₹33,000/- for non-UGC candidates.
• Q3: Is this post reserved?
  Yes, the post is reserved for the LC/AI (Latin Catholic / Anglo Indian) community.
• Q4: Can candidates from outside Kerala apply?
  No, natives of states other than Kerala are not eligible for this reserved post.
• Q5: What is the mode of application?
  Offline via email submission.