University of Hyderabad Vice-Chancellor Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

University of Hyderabad Hyderabad Last Date: 10th March, 2026
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University of Hyderabad Vice-Chancellor Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

The Ministry of Education, Government of India has invited applications for the prestigious position of Vice-Chancellor at the University of Hyderabad. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the academic and administrative head of the university. The opportunity is ideal for distinguished academicians with a proven track record of leadership and institutional commitment.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on the recommendation of a Selection Committee. It does not involve a competitive written examination.

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Feature Details
Organization Name University of Hyderabad (Ministry of Education)
Post Name Vice-Chancellor
Total Vacancies 1
Application Start Date 09 February 2026 (10:00 Hrs)
Last Date to Apply 10 March 2026 (17:00 Hrs)
Official Websites education.gov.in, uohyd.ac.in

Vacancy Details

Post Name Vacancies Pay Scale / Salary Age Limit
Vice-Chancellor 1 (One) Rs. 2,10,000/- (Fixed) per month + Rs. 11,250/- Special Allowance + other usual allowances. Preferably not more than 65 years as of the closing date of receipt of applications.

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification & Experience

  • Must be a distinguished academician.
  • Experience Requirement:
    • Minimum 10 years of experience as a Professor in a University; OR
    • Minimum 10 years of experience in a reputed research and/or academic administrative organisation.
  • Must possess proof of having demonstrated academic leadership.

Age Limit

  • Maximum age: 65 years.
  • Age Cut-off: Age is calculated as of the closing date of receipt of applications (10.03.2026).

Selection Procedure

The appointment is not based on a written test. The selection process is as follows:

  1. Application Submission: Candidates must apply online via the SAMARTH portal.
  2. Screening: Applications are reviewed against eligibility criteria.
  3. Selection Committee: A Committee constituted under the provisions of the University Act will screen candidates.
  4. Panel Recommendation: The Committee will recommend a panel of names for the appointment.
  5. Final Appointment: The final selection and appointment will be made from the recommended panel by the appropriate authority.

Application Fee

Details regarding the application fee (if any) were not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Candidates should refer to the detailed PDF notification for any fee requirements.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

  1. Visit the Ministry of Education SAMARTH portal link: https://vcrec.samarth.ac.in/index.php/.
  2. Ensure you apply ONLY Online. No other mode of application is accepted.
  3. Register and fill in the required details carefully.
  4. Upload necessary documents as requested in the online form.
  5. Submit the application form before the deadline.
  6. Deadline: The link will be active from 09.02.2026, 10:00 Hours to 10.03.2026, 17:00 Hours.

Important Dates

  • Notification Release: February 2026
  • Online Application Starts: 09 February 2026 (10:00 AM)
  • Last Date for Application: 10 March 2026 (05:00 PM)
  • Selection Committee Meeting: To be notified later

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The University of Hyderabad is a public research university located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Founded in 1974, this mostly residential campus has more than 5,000 students and 400 faculty, from several disciplines.

The UoH’s vision, planning and processes embody the core values of National Needs–Global Standards, Innovation, Public Engagement and Social Impact. As a significant contributor to the nation’s knowledge economy, it offers enhanced knowledge services in diverse fields to produce global quality research, teaching and learning outcomes. These services and outcomes are underwritten by a commitment to innovation, the integration of methods and fields of inquiry, and geared towards a more robust public engagement and social impact.

Through our meaningful fundamental research across disciplines, we contribute to social and scientific inquiry in the manner most suited to serve the nation, while setting our benchmarks in line with the global best in the disciplines. Our research and teaching ecosystem derives its energies from due attention to foundational problems and modes of being in the natural and social worlds, from the balance between the aesthetic, the technological, and the socio-political. Together, these core values contribute to the formation of better values – human and cultural – among our stakeholders.


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