📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Guest Faculty
North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong & Tura, Meghalaya
North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) invites online applications from Indian Nationals for the engagement of Guest Faculty on a purely temporary basis for the current semester. A total of 107 vacancies are available across 43 departments in 8 Schools on the Shillong and Tura campuses. The last date to apply is 31 August 2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong & Tura, Meghalaya |
| Advertisement No. | F.No.8-2/Estt.II(B)/GL/Advertisement/2026-3 |
| Post Name | Guest Faculty |
| Total Vacancies | 107 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
| Job Type | Purely Temporary / Guest |
| Job Location | Shillong & Tura, Meghalaya |
| Official Website | www.nehu.ac.in |
Shillong & Tura,
Meghalaya,
IN
Employment Type:CONTRACTOR
Number of Vacancies:107
Department-wise Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 107 across 43 departments in 8 Schools.
I. School of Economics, Management & Information Sciences
| Department | Specialization | Posts | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourism & Hotel Management | Tourism, Hotel Management | 2 | Shillong |
| Agri-Business Management and Food Technology | Agribusiness Management/Management; Food Engineering & Technology/Food Technology/Postharvest Technology | 3 | Tura |
| Journalism & Mass Communication | History of Media, Media Production and Communication for Development | 2 | Shillong |
| Commerce | Accounting & Finance (2); Marketing/Management/HR/Organization Behaviour/Entrepreneurship (1) | 3 | Shillong |
| Library and Information Science | Knowledge Organisation, Foundations of LIS, Information Retrieval, Management of Library & Information Centres, Library Software (Practical), ICT, Knowledge Management | 3 | Shillong |
| Management | Business Analytics, Banking & Insurance, Agribusiness, Computer Application in Management | 2 | Tura |
| Economics | Financial Economics; Technique of Statistical Analysis | 2 | Shillong |
II. School of Education
| Department | Specialization | Posts | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult and Continuing Education | Adult & Continuing Education/Lifelong Learning | 2 | Shillong |
| Education | Open | 1 | Tura |
| Education | Open | 2 | Shillong |
III. School of Human and Environmental Sciences
| Department | Specialization | Posts | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horticulture | Vegetable Science, Floriculture & Landscaping, Fruit Science | 2 | Tura |
| Geography | Geomorphology & Climatology; Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing & GIS | 3 | Shillong |
| Geology | Paleontology; Economic Geology; Mining Geology | 2 | Shillong |
| Forestry | Forestry, Tree Improvement, Agroforestry, Forest Ecology | 3 | Tura |
| Environmental Studies | Remote Sensing GIS, Energy & Environment, Environmental Disasters | 2 | Shillong |
| Anthropology | Cultural Anthropology | 1 | Shillong |
IV. School of Humanities
| Department | Specialization | Posts | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linguistics | Open | 2 | Shillong |
| Khasi | Open | 2 | Shillong |
| Garo | Literature, Folklore & Linguistics | 3 | Tura |
| Philosophy | Continental Philosophy and Philosophy of Culture | 2 | Shillong |
| Hindi | Open | 2 | Shillong |
| English | Open | 2 | Shillong |
| English | Open | 3 | Tura |
V. School of Life Sciences
| Department | Specialization | Posts | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biochemistry | Research Methodology & Proposal Writing, Advanced Biochemistry & Data Processing | 2 | Shillong |
| Zoology | Zoology | 2 | Shillong |
| Botany | Open | 4 | Shillong |
| Biotechnology & Bioinformatics | Genetics/Molecular Biology/Plant Biotechnology/Animal Biotechnology | 2 | Shillong |
VI. School of Physical Sciences
| Department | Specialization | Posts | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statistics | Open | 1 | Shillong |
| Physics | Nuclear Physics, Laser Physics | 1 | Shillong |
| Chemistry | Inorganic, Organic, Physical Chemistry (preference to Inorganic Chemistry) | 1 | Shillong |
VII. School of Social Sciences
| Department | Specialization | Posts | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cultural and Creative Studies | Folkloristics and Painting | 2 | Shillong |
| History and Archaeology | Ancient Indian History & Archaeology, Medieval & Modern History, History of Northeast India | 4 | Tura |
| Social Work | Public Health, Community Development, Family and Child Welfare | 4 | Tura |
| Sociology | Sociological Theories, Gender, Economy & Society, Social Movements, Political Sociology & Society | 2 | Shillong |
| Law | Political Science, English, Sociology, Economics and Law | 5 | Shillong |
| Political Science | Issues in Environmental Politics (1st Sem) & Issues in Women Politics (3rd Sem) | 2 | Shillong |
| History | Medieval, Modern, Contemporary History | 3 | Shillong |
VIII. School of Technology
| Department | Specialization / Eligibility | Posts | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | B.Arch (min. 60% + 3 yrs experience) OR B.Arch + Master's in Architecture/allied subjects (min. 60% + 1 yr experience) OR BE Civil Engineering + Master's in Structural Design | 6 | Shillong |
| Computer Applications | Open | 3 | Tura |
| Nanotechnology | Nanomaterials for Energy | 1 | Shillong |
| Basic Sciences and Social Sciences | Commerce/Economics, Chemistry | 2 | Shillong |
| Information Technology | Computer Sc. & Engg/IT, Civil Engg., Electrical Engg | 5 | Shillong |
| Biomedical Engineering | Programming for Problem Solving, Computer Programming Lab, AI in Healthcare, Basic Electronics, Biomedical Instrumentation, Biological Control System (+Lab), Biomedical Signal Processing (+Lab), Measurement & Control System, Universal Human Values, Medical Informatics | 4 | Shillong |
Remuneration: ₹1,500/- per lecture, subject to a maximum of ₹50,000/- per month. No other emoluments, allowances, medical reimbursement, or vacation salary are admissible.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned for any category.
Age Limit: Not specified in the notification. Eligibility will be as per UGC Regulations, 2018 / AICTE latest regulations.
🎯 Selection Process
- Interview: Selection is made through an interview conducted by the concerned department. There is no written examination.
- Shortlisting: The University reserves the right to shortlist the number of candidates to be called for the interview. Mere fulfillment of essential qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
- Mode: For external candidates, the interview may be conducted online.
- TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates must apply online through the NEHU Samarth portal. Follow these steps:
- Read Notification: Visit the University website www.nehu.ac.in to read the full advertisement and department-wise details.
- Apply Online: Visit the application portal: https://nehut.samarth.edu.in.
- Fill Application: Select the department, campus (Shillong/Tura), and specialization matching your qualification. Fill in personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload Documents: Upload the required certificates/documents as prompted by the portal.
- Submit: Submit the application on or before 31 August 2026.
Last Date: 31 August 2026.
Note: Only online applications are accepted; there is no offline mode.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 19 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 31 August 2026 |
| Interview Date & Time | Will be notified by the concerned department |
🔗 Important Official Links
Official Website: https://www.nehu.ac.in
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification
Apply Online: https://nehut.samarth.edu.in
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Online Application Only: Applications are accepted only online through the Samarth portal.
- Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the qualifications and specialization requirements as per UGC Regulations, 2018 / AICTE latest regulations for the specific department.
- No Application Fee: No fee is mentioned for any category.
- Shortlisting: The University reserves the right to shortlist candidates. Meeting essential qualifications does not guarantee an interview.
- Contract Terms: The engagement is purely temporary for the current semester or until a regular faculty member joins. No pension, gratuity, medical reimbursement, or vacation salary is admissible.
- Remuneration: ₹1,500 per lecture, up to a maximum of ₹50,000 per month.
- No TA/DA: No travel or dearness allowance will be provided for attending the interview.
- Check Official Sources: Regularly visit the NEHU website for updates on interview schedules.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many Guest Faculty posts has NEHU notified in 2026?
NEHU has notified 107 Guest Faculty posts across 43 departments in 8 Schools, on both the Shillong and Tura campuses.
Is NEHU Guest Faculty a permanent job?
No. Selection is purely temporary, for the current semester or until a regular faculty member joins, whichever is earlier.
What is the last date to apply for NEHU Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 31 August 2026, through the online portal only.
What is the remuneration for NEHU Guest Faculty?
The remuneration is ₹1,500 per lecture, subject to a maximum of ₹50,000 per month, with no other allowances, medical reimbursement, or vacation salary.
Is there a written exam for NEHU Guest Faculty positions?
No, selection is through an interview only, conducted by the concerned department.
Can candidates outside Meghalaya apply for NEHU Guest Faculty?
The notification is open to Indian Nationals; for external candidates, the interview may be conducted online.
What is the eligibility criteria for NEHU Guest Faculty posts?
As per UGC Regulations, 2018 / AICTE latest regulations for the relevant subject/department, along with the specialization requirements listed against each department.