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HPU Professor Recruitment 2025, Apply Online

April 16, 2025 by Manish T

Himachal Pradesh University is recruiting for 9 teaching posts including Associate and Assistant Professor roles. This recruitment drive was announced on 11/04/2025 for regular positions based in Shimla Himachal Pradesh. Eligible candidates can apply online from 15/04/2025 until the closing date 03/05/2025 via the recruitment portal http://www.recruitment.hpushimla.in. While applications are open to Indian citizens eligibility for reservation benefits is limited to Bonafide Residents of Himachal Pradesh.

Recruitment Overview

Recruitment Organization Himachal Pradesh University
Post Name Associate Professor Assistant Professor
Advt No Rectt 29/2025
Job Nature Regular
Mode of Exam Not Specified
Vacancies 9
Salary Level 13A and Level 10 Pay Matrix
Applicant Eligible From India Reservation for HP Residents
Job Location Shimla
Category Teaching Jobs

Post Details

Age Eligibility

The age limit for these teaching posts is as per the UGC Regulations 2018 and AICTE Norms 2019.

Exam Fee

General Category and others Rs 2000
EWS SC ST OBC BPL of HP Rs 1000
Ex Servicemen Visually Impaired of HP No Fee

Essential Qualification

Post Name Essential Qualification
Associate Professor Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
  • As per UGC Regulations 2018 meeting minimum experience and other conditions.
Assistant Professor
(Foreign Languages Data Science Physics)
  • As per UGC Regulations 2018.
  • Requires NET SET SLET OR PhD per UGC rules 2009 2016.
  • Check details for NET SET exemption via older PhD.
Assistant Professor Electronics and Communication Engineering (UIT)
  • As per AICTE Norms 2019.
  • Requires NET SET SLET OR PhD per UGC rules 2009 2016.
  • Check details for NET SET exemption via older PhD.

Selection Process

  1. Shortlisting for Interview:
    • Candidates are shortlisted based on Academic Score calculated as per UGC Regulations 2018 Appendix II.
    • For Assistant Professor:
      • Shortlisted in order of merit based on Academic Score.
      • Maximum 20 candidates for one vacancy maximum 10 additional for each extra post.
    • For Associate Professor:
      • All eligible candidates are invited for the interview.
    • Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
  2. Interview:
    • Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview.
    • Candidates must bring original documents for verification.
  3. Final Selection:
    • Selection is based on performance in the interview.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the University Recruitment Portal to apply online.
  2. Fill out the online application form between 15/04/2025 and 03/05/2025.
  3. Pay the required application fee online using Debit Card Credit Card UPI or Internet Banking.
  4. Keep your User ID and Password safe for future use.
  5. Send the hard copy of the downloaded form along with all required documents.
  6. The hard copy must reach The Assistant Registrar Recruitment Branch Gyan Path HP University Summerhill Shimla HP 171005 by 15/05/2025 5 00 PM latest.
  7. For remote area candidates the last date for hard copy submission is 22/05/2025 5 00 PM.

Important Dates

Advertisement Date 11/04/2025
Online Application Start 15/04/2025
Online Application End 03/05/2025
Fee Payment Last Date 03/05/2025
Hard Copy Receipt Last Date 15/05/2025 upto 5 00 PM
Hard Copy Receipt Last Date Remote Areas 22/05/2025 upto 5 00 PM

Important Links

HP University Website Click Here
Notification Click Here
Apply Online Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should I apply for these posts
You must apply online through the Himachal Pradesh University Recruitment Portal.
What is the application fee
The fee is Rs 2000 for General category Rs 1000 for reserved categories of HP and No Fee for Ex Servicemen or Visually Impaired of HP.
Is sending a hard copy necessary after applying online
Yes you must download the online form and send its hard copy along with all relevant documents to the university before the deadline.
I applied for these posts in response to earlier ads Rectt 26 2022 or Rectt 27 2023 What should I do
You need to apply again by updating your bio data qualifications etc on the portal using your existing ID and Password to get fee exemption You must also submit the new hardcopy.