Ram Lal Anand College Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

Recruitment Overview

Ram Lal Anand College, a constituent college of the University of Delhi, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 20 Assistant Professor posts on a contract basis. This is a significant opportunity for academic professionals looking to join one of the premier institutions in Delhi.

Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on a screening process followed by an interview. It does not involve a competitive written examination (Prelims/Mains).

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Vacancies are distributed across various subjects. Candidates must apply separately for each post if eligible.

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Educational Qualification

• Master’s Degree: A Master's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University.
• NET/SET: The candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC (e.g., SLET/SET).
• Ph.D. Exemption: Candidates with a Ph.D. degree obtained from a foreign University/Institution with a ranking among top 500 in the world University ranking (QS/THE/ARWU) are exempted from NET/SET requirements.

2. Age Limit

• As per UGC/University of Delhi norms. There is typically no upper age limit for Assistant Professor posts in Universities/Colleges, provided the candidate is medically fit.
• Age as on: Candidates should possess the prescribed qualifications and experience as on the closing date of application (02 March 2026).

3. Age Relaxation

Relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories as per Government of India/UGC norms.

Selection Process

The selection process is rigorous and involves screening followed by a presentation and interview.

1. Screening: Applications are screened by a Screening Committee. Candidates need to score a minimum of 55 marks to be shortlisted. A relaxation of 5 marks is given to SC/ST/PwD candidates.
2. Shortlisting Ratio: 40 candidates for the first vacancy and 20 candidates for every additional vacancy shall be called for the interview.
3. Interview Stage:
   • First Stage: Assessment by Presentation Assessment Committee.
   • Second Stage: Assessment by the duly constituted Selection Committee.

Application Fee

Note: Fees are non-refundable. Applicants who applied in the preceding advertisement (if the interview wasn't conducted) may be exempted upon providing proof.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official application portal: https://rec.uod.ac.in/
2. Register and fill out the online application form with accurate details.
3. Upload necessary documents, including educational certificates, NET/Ph.D. proof, and category certificates (if applicable). Ensure documents are digitally verifiable.
4. Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹ 500/- (if applicable) online via Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.
5. Separate Applications: If applying for more than one subject, submit separate applications and pay fees separately.
6. Review the form carefully and submit before 02 March 2026.
7. Keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 29 January 2026
• Application Start: 29 January 2026
• Last Date for Application: 02 March 2026 (or within 2 weeks of Employment News publication, whichever is later)

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Apply Online Link
• Visit Official Website

General Instructions

• Self-Certification: The college processes applications based on uploaded documents. False information leads to disqualification.
• NOC: Candidates working in Govt/PSU must upload a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the interview.
• Communication: All communications will be sent to the email ID provided in the application.