Mahatma Gandhi University is recruiting for Assistant Professor positions on a contract basis for the 2025-2026 academic year. There are a total of 26 vacancies across various schools and departments. The recruitment notification was released on 01/06/2025. The job posting is located at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala. Walk-in interviews are scheduled from 09/06/2025 to 13/06/2025. Applicants from India are eligible, though some reserved posts are for Kerala natives.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Mahatma Gandhi University |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| Advt No. | 18000/AD A5-2/2020/REG SECT |
| Job Nature | Contractual |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in-Interview |
| Vacancies | 26 |
| Salary | ₹40,000 monthly for UGC qualified |
| Applicant Eligible From | India (Kerala for some reserved posts) |
| Job Location | Kottayam Kerala |
| Category | University Jobs |
Post Details
The age limit for these posts is as per UGC Regulations. Teachers retired from Colleges or Universities up to 70 years as on 01/01/2025 can also be considered.
| Post Name | Posts |
|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) | 2 |
| Behavioural Sciences (Biostatistics) | 1 |
| Computer Sciences (Computer Science) | 1 |
| Energy Materials (Chemistry -1, Physics -1, Energy -2, Solar-1, Nano-1) | 6 |
| Gender Studies (Gender Sexuality or Queer Studies; Literature or Performance Studies; Political Science/Political Economy/Development Studies; Sociology/Philosophy/Women and Gender Studies) | 4 |
| Management and Business Studies (Computer IT) | 1 |
| Mathematics and Statistics (Mathematics) | 1 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Chemistry) | 3 |
| Physical Education and Sports Sciences (Physical Education) | 1 |
| Polymer Science and Technology | 2 |
| Social Sciences (History-2, Anthropology-2) | 4 |
Essential Qualification
All candidates must possess qualifications as per UGC norms. For degrees obtained from universities outside Kerala, an equivalency certificate from Mahatma Gandhi University is required.
- Assistant Professor (All Schools/Departments): Qualifications as per UGC norms.
Selection Process
- The selection will be through a walk-in-interview.
- Candidates must report one hour before the interview.
- Bring duly filled proforma and original documents for verification.
How to Apply
- Attend the walk-in-interview at the Vice Chancellor’s Chamber.
- Report to AD A5 Section (Room No 19) one hour before your interview.
- Bring the filled proforma (attached to notification).
- Carry original documents for age, community, qualifications, experience etc.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 01/06/2025 |
| Interview for Gender Studies | 09/06/2025, 2:00 PM |
| Interview for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics | 09/06/2025, 11:00 AM |
| Interview for Computer Sciences | 10/06/2025, 12:00 PM |
| Interview for Physical Education and Sports Sciences | 10/06/2025, 2:30 PM |
| Interview for Behavioural Sciences | 10/06/2025, 11:00 AM |
| Interview for Management and Business Studies | 11/06/2025, 2:30 PM |
| Interview for Energy Materials | 11/06/2025, 11:00 AM |
| Interview for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | 12/06/2025, 12:00 PM |
| Interview for Polymer Science and Technology | 12/06/2025, 2:30 PM |
| Interview for Mathematics and Statistics | 12/06/2025, 11:00 AM |
| Interview for Social Sciences | 13/06/2025, 2:30 PM |
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| University Website | Click Here |
FAQs
- What is the nature of the appointment?
- The engagement will be purely on contract basis for the 2025-2026 academic year or till permanent appointment is made whichever is earlier.
- What is the remuneration for selected candidates?
- Consolidated pay of 40,000/- per month for UGC qualified candidates and 33,000/- per month for non-UGC candidates if UGC qualified ones are not available.
