SPU Warden Recruitment 2026: 2 Warden Posts – Walk-In Interview on 26 November @ spuvvn.edu

About Sardar Patel University Warden Recruitment

Sardar Patel University (SPU), located at Vallabh Vidyanagar in the Anand district of Gujarat, has issued walk-in interview notice No. B/SF/5354 dated 06/11/2026 for 2 vacancies of Warden in the university's Boys Hostels. SPU is NAAC accredited with Grade 'A' (10-01-2023 to 09-01-2028). The Warden posts cover the Mens (Nehru Hall) Hostel, C.T.E. Hostel, MBA-NRI Hostel and Old Hostel. The notice is issued by Dr. Bhailalbhai P. Patel, Registrar. Ex-servicemen will be given priority in the selection process.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Post: Warden (Boys Hostels) – 2 Vacancies
• Educational Qualification: Bachelor Degree in any stream from any university established or incorporated under Central or State Act in India; or any educational institution recognized as such or declared as deemed to be a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956; or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
• Age Limit: Minimum 25 years and maximum 58 years as on the last date of application submission. No age relaxation is mentioned in the notification.
• Essential Requirements:
  • Proficiency in managing records, documentation, and use of email/MS Office/Google Workspace.
  • Mandatory to stay on the university campus.
• Desirable Qualities:
  • Experience of managing residential campus hostels.
  • Excellent communication skills with proven ability to handle young adult learners with empathy and firmness.
  • Training in conflict resolution, student counselling, or wellness facilitation.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection for the Warden post will be conducted through a Walk-In Interview scheduled on 26 November 2026 from 11:30 AM at the VC Office, S.P. University Main Office Building. Candidates must bring the hard copy of the prescribed application form (typed in Microsoft Word using Arial Unicode font of size 11), the Demand Draft for the application fee, and all supporting documents to the venue. Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected. Documents must be attached in the sequence mentioned in the application form.

No TA/DA will be paid to candidates attending the interview. Candidates must attend at their own cost. The University reserves the right not to fill any vacancy, reject any application, or alter the number of posts without assigning any reason. The selected applicant must join the concerned hostel within 07 days; otherwise the appointment order will be treated as cancelled and the next waiting-listed applicant will be appointed.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Hard copy of the typed application form with the latest 3.5 cm × 3.5 cm photograph affixed.
• Demand Draft for Application Fee (Rs. 250/- SC/ST or Rs. 300/- Others) in favour of "Registrar, Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar".
• Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (H.S.S.L.C.) as proof of date of birth.
• S.S.C. and H.S.C. marksheets.
• Graduation marksheets and degree certificate.
• Post-Graduation / B.Ed. / M.Ed. or other qualification certificates where held.
• PAN Card, Aadhaar Card and Election Card.
• Testimonials / experience certificates.
• SC/ST certificate if applicable; SEBC candidates must provide caste validity and non-creamy-layer certificate.
• Marriage Certificate (for married candidates, as required by the application form).
• Address Slip on one separate page with full name and postal address with PIN code.
• No Objection Certificate from employer (for currently employed candidates, with proper channel forwarding).

Note: All self-attested photocopies of certificates must be attached in the sequence set in the application form with page numbering. The application form is available on the university website at SPU Careers Page.

How to Apply

1. Download the Sardar Patel University Warden Application Form and Notification PDF from the official university website.
2. Type the form neatly in Microsoft Word using Arial Unicode font of size 11. Use "Not Applicable" where a column does not apply. Increase rows or columns if space is insufficient.
3. Affix the latest 3.5 cm × 3.5 cm photograph on the form.
4. Attach self-attested copies of certificates in the sequence set in the form with page numbering.
5. Fill the address slip page with full name and postal address with PIN code.
6. If currently employed, forward the application through proper channel with the No Objection declaration signed by the employer.
7. Obtain the Demand Draft for the application fee and bring all documents to the VC Office on 26 November 2026 at 11:30 AM.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the walk-in interview date for SPU Warden Recruitment 2026?

The walk-in interview for 2 Warden posts at Sardar Patel University is scheduled for 26 November 2026 (Thursday) from 11:30 AM onwards at the VC Office, S.P. University Main Office Building, Vallabh Vidyanagar – 388 120.

What is the application fee for the SPU Warden post?

The application fee is Rs. 250/- for SC/ST candidates and Rs. 300/- for all other candidates, payable by Demand Draft in favour of "Registrar, Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar". The fee is non-refundable and the DD must be brought to the interview venue.

Is the SPU Warden post permanent or temporary?

The Warden post at Sardar Patel University is purely temporary and ad-hoc in nature, initially for a period of 11 months or as per requirement from time to time, whichever is earlier. The application form describes the post as Ad-hoc/Contractual for 2026-2027.

What is the monthly salary for the SPU Warden post?

The fixed monthly remuneration for the Warden post is Rs. 20,000/- per month. Additionally, an accommodation facility is provided on the university campus with nominal charges.

What is the eligibility criteria for the SPU Warden walk-in interview?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor Degree in any stream from a recognized university. The age limit is 25 to 58 years as on the last date of application submission. Candidates must have proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace and must be willing to reside on the university campus.

What documents should I bring to the SPU Warden walk-in interview?

Candidates must bring the hard copy of the typed application form with photograph, Demand Draft for the fee, Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate, all academic marksheets and degree certificates, PAN/Aadhaar/Election Card, experience certificates (if any), SC/ST certificate (if applicable), address slip, and No Objection Certificate (if employed). All photocopies must be self-attested.