MGU Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 9 Assistant Professor Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

MGU Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 9 Assistant Professor Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 9 Assistant Professor posts across various schools and departments. This is a Direct Recruitment based on merit and interview, as per UGC Regulations 2018, offering a fixed monthly salary of Rs. 57,700/-. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified academic professionals to join a premier university in Kerala. Interested candidates must apply online by 31 March 2026.

Recruitment Type

Direct Recruitment (Merit/Interview-based) - No competitive examination is involved.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Master's degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in concerned/relevant/allied subject.
• Cleared NET by UGC/CSIR or similar test accredited by UGC like SLET/SET.
• Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016.
• Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked top 500 (alternative).

Post-wise Specific Qualifications:

• Assistant Professor (School of Education): As per UGC Regulations 2018.
• Assistant Professor (Pedagogical Sciences): Education.
• Assistant Professor (School of Management And Business Studies): Education / MBA or PGDBA/PGDMA from IIMs or XLRI (Preferable Specialization in Operations Management / Business Analytics).
• Assistant Professor (School Of Chemistry): As per UGC Regulations 2018.
• Assistant Professor (Chemical Sciences): Chemistry.
• Assistant Professor (School Of Social Sciences): History or Sociology.
• Assistant Professor (School Of Letters): English.
• Assistant Professor (School Of Chemical Sciences): Chemistry (Desirable Specialisation: Theoretical Chemistry).

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 50 years.
• Age Relaxation: Usual relaxation as per rules. Three years relaxation for regular teachers in Universities, Aided and Government Colleges in Kerala.
• Age as on: Not explicitly mentioned; check notification for cut-off date.

Mandatory Requirements

None specified in the notification (e.g., no physical standards).

Selection Process

Selection is based on merit and interview as per UGC Regulations 2018. No competitive examination is involved.

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online (as per "Apply Mode: Online").

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of Mahatma Gandhi University: https://www.mgu.ac.in/.
2. Read the official notification carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, and instructions.
3. Click on the "Apply Online" link (provided in Important Links section).
4. Fill out the application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
5. Upload required documents: photograph, signature, and certificates in prescribed format.
6. Pay the application fee online (Rs. 2000 for General/OBC, Rs. 1000 for SC/ST).
7. Review all details before submitting the form.
8. Submit the application on or before 31 March 2026.
9. Take a printout or save a copy for future reference.
10. Send hard copies (if required) by 31 March 2026.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 2 March 2026
• Last Date for Submitting Online Application: 31 March 2026
• Last Date for Receiving Hard Copies of Application: 31 March 2026

Important Links

• Notification PDF: Download Here
• Official Website: https://www.mgu.ac.in/