Aligarh Muslim University Assistant Professor (Contractual) Recruitment 2026 | Apply Online for 11 Faculty Posts
Apply for Aligarh Muslim University Assistant Professor (Contractual) Recruitment 2026. AMU CDOE invites applications for 11 faculty posts in Political Science, History, Economics, and Library & Information Science. Check eligibility, salary, interview schedule, application fee, and important dates.
Date Posted: 3rd August 2026
Organization: Aligarh Muslim University
Organization Details
- Organization: Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
- Department: Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE)
- Post Name: Assistant Professor (Contractual)
- Total Vacancies: 11 Posts
- Employment Type: Contractual
- Job Location: Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
- Application Mode: Online + Hard Copy Submission
Vacancy Details
| Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 3 |
| History | 3 |
| Economics | 3 |
| Library & Information Science | 2 |
| Total | 11 Posts |
About Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
Established in 1920, Aligarh Muslim University is one of India’s premier Central Universities, renowned for excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) delivers quality higher education through flexible online and distance learning programmes, offering faculty opportunities in digital education, curriculum development, and academic research.
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess:
- Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the relevant subject from a recognized university.
In addition, candidates should have:
- Qualified UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, or SET conducted by a recognized UGC-accredited agency.
OR
- Ph.D. awarded in accordance with UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016.
OR
- Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked among the Top 500 Universities in QS, THE, or ARWU rankings.
Note: Subject-specific allied disciplines are also acceptable as mentioned in the official notification.
Age Relaxation
A relaxation of 5% marks at the Bachelor’s and Master’s degree levels is applicable for:
- SC
- ST
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
- Differently-Abled candidates
as per UGC norms.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive:
- ₹40,000 per month (Fixed Consolidated Salary)
Benefits
- Opportunity to work at a prestigious Central University.
- Experience in Distance and Online Education.
- Academic and professional development opportunities.
- Exposure to digital teaching and curriculum development.
- Collaborative academic and research environment.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Applicants | ₹500 |
Payment Mode: Online
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Shortlisting of applications
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Online Application | 06 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 13 August 2026 (Till 04:00 PM) |
| Political Science Interview | 27 August 2026 – 10:30 AM |
| Library & Information Science Interview | 27 August 2026 – 12:30 PM |
| History Interview | 27 August 2026 – 02:30 PM |
| Economics Interview | 27 August 2026 – 04:00 PM |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should:
- Complete the online application through the official AMU recruitment portal.
- Pay the application fee of ₹500 online.
- Print the submitted application form.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required certificates and supporting documents.
- Send the completed application to the CDOE before 13 August 2026 (4:00 PM).
Postal Address
Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE)
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India