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Sreenarayanaguru Open University Recruitment 2026 – Assistant Professor Vacancies in 16 Disciplines

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Sreenarayanaguru Open University Recruitment 2026 invites applications for 32 Assistant Professor vacancies across 16 disciplines. Check UGC eligibility, ₹50,000 monthly salary, application fees and online and postal deadlines: 11 and 18 November 2026.

Date Posted: 13 October 2026

Organization: Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), Kollam, Kerala

SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), established by the Government of Kerala in September 2020, invites online applications from eligible candidates for Assistant Professor positions on a contractual basis across multiple academic disciplines.

The university aims to promote inclusive higher education through blended learning. Eligible candidates with a relevant Master’s degree and NET/SLET/SET qualification or an applicable Ph.D. exemption can apply for these teaching positions.

Vacancy Details

Applications are invited for the following subjects:

Department / Discipline Vacancies
Arabic 3
Hindi 1
English 2
Political Science 1
Psychology 1
Sociology 1
Economics 1
Social Work (BSW & MSW) 5
Public Administration (BA & MA) 3
Commerce 1
Business Studies 1
Computer Science (BCA, MCA, B.Sc. Data Science) 2
Philosophy 1
Library Science 3
Mathematics (M.Sc.) 3
Multimedia (B.Sc.) 3
Total 32

Employment Details

  • Post Name: Assistant Professor
  • Number of Vacancies: 32
  • Employment Type: Contractual
  • Monthly Remuneration: ₹50,000 (consolidated)
  • Application Mode: Online application followed by submission of a printed hard copy by post
  • Selection Process: Shortlisting followed by interview and/or academic presentation

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must satisfy both the academic qualification and eligibility requirements prescribed under the UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges, 2018, and applicable amendments.

A. Academic Qualification

  • A Master’s degree with at least 55% marks, or an equivalent grade, in the concerned, relevant, or allied subject from an Indian university or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
  • For Computer Science and Data Science-related appointments, candidates with a relevant Master of Technology degree may also be considered in accordance with applicable AICTE norms, in addition to candidates with a relevant Master of Science degree.

B. Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must satisfy either of the following conditions, subject to applicable regulations:

  • Have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or a similar UGC-accredited test such as SLET/SET in the relevant discipline.

OR

  • Hold a Ph.D. awarded in accordance with the applicable UGC regulations governing doctoral degrees.

NET/SLET/SET exemptions may apply to eligible Ph.D. holders and disciplines for which these tests are not conducted, subject to the relevant UGC provisions.

Relaxation in Minimum Marks

The following relaxations are specified in the supplied recruitment details:

  • A 5% relaxation, from 55% to 50% at the Master’s level, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
  • Grade equivalence for candidates awarded a Master’s degree under a grade-point system will be determined according to applicable UGC provisions.
  • A 5% relaxation, from 55% to 50%, for Ph.D. holders who obtained their Master’s degree before 19 September 1991.

Candidates should verify the applicability of these provisions in the official notification.

Salary and Remuneration

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly salary of ₹50,000.

The appointment is contractual, and any additional allowances or service benefits should be confirmed through the official recruitment notification.

Application Fee

The non-refundable application fee must be paid online.

  • General/OBC: ₹1,000
  • SC/ST/PwBD: ₹500

Bank Details Provided in the Notification:

  • Account Number: 361401010035599
  • IFSC Code: UBIN0536148
  • Bank: Union Bank
  • Branch: Kollam-1

Candidates should verify the payment instructions and beneficiary details through the official university portal before making payment.

How to Apply

The application process involves online submission followed by postal submission of the completed application.

Postal Address

The Registrar
Sreenarayanaguru Open University
Kureepuzha
Kollam, Kerala – 691601
India