AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 | Assistant Professor (Contractual) in Library and Information Science

Apply for AMU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 for Library and Information Science. Aligarh Muslim University invites online applications for 1 contractual Assistant Professor post. Check eligibility, salary, qualifications, and application details.

Date Posted: 3 August 2026

Organization: Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)

Organization Details

• Organization: Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
• Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences
• Department: Library and Information Science
• Post Name: Assistant Professor (Contractual)
• Total Vacancies: 01 Post
• Advertisement No.: 04/2026
• Advertisement Date: 28 July 2026
• Employment Type: Temporary & Contractual
• Job Location: Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
• Application Mode: Online

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

• Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Library and Information Science or a concerned, relevant, or allied subject from a recognized Indian university.

OR

• Equivalent qualification from an accredited foreign university.

Additionally, candidates should have:

• Qualified UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, or SET.

OR

• Ph.D. awarded in accordance with the applicable UGC Regulations, making the candidate eligible for exemption from the NET/SLET/SET requirement as per UGC rules.

Salary

Selected candidates will receive:

• Salary: Fixed remuneration equivalent to the initial pay of a newly appointed Assistant Professor, as per Aligarh Muslim University norms.

Duration of Appointment

The appointment will remain valid:

• Until the end of the academic session 2026–27, or
• Until the General Selection Committee completes regular recruitment,

whichever is earlier.

The University reserves the right to terminate the contractual appointment at any time without prior notice or assigning any reason.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

• Shortlisting of applications
• Interview
• Document Verification

Important Dates

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should:

1. Visit the official Aligarh Muslim University recruitment portal.
2. Complete the online application form.
3. Upload all required documents and certificates.
4. Submit the application before the closing date.

Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification for detailed eligibility criteria, required documents, and recruitment instructions.

Job Location

Department of Library and Information Science
Faculty of Social Sciences
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India