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Assistant Professor Jobs at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam – November 2025

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Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam invites applications for Assistant Professor positions on contract basis in Education and Physical Education departments. Apply within 20 days to the Registrar, MGU, Kottayam.

Post Date: 12th November 2025

Organization: Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

Organization Profile:

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), established on 2nd October 1983 (Gandhi Jayanti Day), is a premier public university located in Kottayam, Kerala. Accredited by NAAC and approved by UGC, MGU stands as one of India’s leading universities, offering excellence in teaching, learning, and research. With a strong focus on innovation and academic integrity, the university continues to produce skilled professionals and educators contributing to national development.

Job Title / Designation:

Assistant Professor (Contract Basis)

Departments Having Vacancy:

  1. School of Pedagogical Sciences (SPS) – Education

  2. School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (SPESS) – Physical Education

Qualifications:

For School of Pedagogical Sciences (SPS):

  • MA / MSc / M.Com and M.Ed

  • NET or Ph.D. in Education

For School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (SPESS):

  • As per UGC norms.

  • In the absence of UGC-qualified candidates, non-UGC candidates will be considered.

Age Limit:

  • As per UGC Regulations for Assistant Professors.

  • Retired teachers from Colleges/Universities may also apply, provided their age does not exceed 70 years as on 01.01.2025.

Job Location:

Mahatma Gandhi University, Priyadarsini Hills, Kottayam, Kerala

Remuneration:

  • UGC Qualified Candidates (Both SPS & SPESS): ₹40,000/- per month (Consolidated)

  • Non-UGC Candidates (SPESS only): ₹33,000/- per month (Consolidated)

Application Mode:

Offline – by Postal submission

Official Website:

🌐 http://mgu.ac.in/

How to Apply:

Interested and eligible candidates must send their duly filled application form (available in the notification) along with self-attested copies of the following documents:

  • Proof of age and community reservation

  • Educational qualifications (Mark sheets & Degree Certificates)

  • Specialization proof

  • UGC / peer-reviewed journal publications

  • Experience certificate

  • Awards, CGPA-to-percentage conversion proof, and additional qualifications

The envelope should be superscribed as:

“Attn: AD A5 Section – Application for the post of Assistant Professor on Contract – (Subject) – in the School of (Name)”

Send by Ordinary Post within 20 days from the date of this notification to:

📮 Postal Address:
The Registrar,
Mahatma Gandhi University,
Priyadarsini Hills P.O,
Kottayam – 686 560, Kerala.