Contractual Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 at AMU University Polytechnic, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
AMU Recruitment 2026: Aligarh Muslim University invites applications for 1 Contractual Assistant Professor vacancy in Electrical Engineering at University Polytechnic. B.Tech and M.Tech candidates can apply. Last date for online application is 11 November 2026.
Date Posted: 6th November 2026
Organization: University Polytechnic, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh
About the Institution
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is a prominent educational institution that traces its origins to the pioneering efforts of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, a renowned Muslim reformer and statesman.
Following the Indian War of Independence of 1857, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan recognised the importance of modern education and encouraged the educational advancement of the Muslim community and its participation in public life and government services in India.
University Polytechnic, Aligarh, is an academic institution under AMU offering technical and professional education.
Available Position
- Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Electrical Engineering Section: 01 Post
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the contractual Assistant Professor position must fulfil the following educational qualifications:
- B.E./B.Tech. in the relevant engineering branch.
- M.E./M.Tech. in the relevant engineering branch.
- First Class or equivalent in either B.E./B.Tech. or M.E./M.Tech.
- The degree must be in a concerned, relevant or allied branch approved by the University, in accordance with the order of the Allahabad High Court in Writ A. No. 368 of 2021.
- Semester-wise mark sheets or transcripts of all semesters are mandatory for verification of the relevant engineering branch.
Relevant Engineering Branches
The notification provides the list of accepted engineering branches in Annexure-I. The following are examples of relevant disciplines:
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics (Power Systems)
- Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Instrumentation and Control Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Information Technology
- Power Electronics
- Power Systems
- High Voltage Engineering
- VLSI
- Signal Processing and Communication Engineering
Note: Candidates must check Annexure-I of the official notification to confirm whether their specific engineering branch is eligible.
Experience Required
Experience is not explicitly mentioned as a compulsory eligibility requirement in the provided recruitment details.
Candidates possessing relevant teaching, research or professional experience should attach supporting experience certificates wherever applicable.
Salary / Remuneration
Selected candidates will receive remuneration:
As per Government Norms.
The detailed remuneration will be governed by the applicable university and government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (Except PwD) | ₹500 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online Only |
Important Fee Instructions:
- PwD candidates must upload an authentic disability certificate to claim the fee exemption.
- The application fee is non-refundable.
- A separate application form and fee must be submitted for each post.
- Payment must be completed through the AMU Careers Portal.
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected through the following stages:
- Application Scrutiny: Applications will be examined by the designated committee.
- Shortlisting: Eligible candidates will be shortlisted, and interview call letters will be issued only to shortlisted applicants.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at the Dean’s Office, Faculty of Engineering and Technology.
- Document Verification: Original certificates and supporting documents will be verified.
- Medical Examination: If required, candidates may undergo a medical examination by the University’s Internal Medical Board.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 11 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 18 November 2026 |
| Hard Copy Submission Deadline | 4:00 PM |
| Interview Date | 26 November 2026 |
| Interview Time | 10:00 AM |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must submit their applications through the AMU Careers Portal and subsequently send a printed copy of the application form with supporting documents to the University Polytechnic office.
Application Procedure
- Visit the AMU Careers Portal: https://careers.amuonline.ac.in/
- Read the recruitment notification and application user manual carefully.
- Complete the online application form with the required personal, educational and professional details.
- Pay the applicable ₹500 application fee online. PwD candidates claiming exemption must upload an authentic disability certificate.
- Download and print the completed PDF application form on A4-size paper.
- Sign the printed application form and paste a recent front-facing passport-size photograph in the designated space.
- Attach attested photocopies of all relevant educational certificates, mark sheets and supporting documents.
- Write the post applied for, advertisement number and advertisement date on the top-left corner of the application envelope.
- Submit the complete hard-copy application to the Office of the Principal, University Polytechnic (Boys), during office hours.
- Ensure that the hard copy reaches the office on or before 18 November 2026, 4:00 PM.
Important: Both online application submission and hard-copy submission are required.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Printed PDF copy of the online application form, duly signed and bearing a recent photograph.
- High School certificate from a recognised board.
- Graduation degree and mark sheets.
- Post-Graduation degree and mark sheets.
- Semester-wise mark sheets or transcripts of all semesters.
- NET/JRF/SLET/SET or CSIR certificate, as applicable.
- M.Phil./Ph.D. degree certificates, wherever applicable.
- Experience certificates, wherever applicable.
- Disability certificate in the prescribed proforma for PwD candidates.
- Equivalent certificate for candidates with a Madarsa educational background, if applicable.
- Other relevant educational and supporting certificates.
Important Links
- Official University Website: https://www.amu.ac.in/
- Online Application Portal: https://careers.amuonline.ac.in/
- Official Notification: AMU University Polytechnic Contractual Assistant Professor Recruitment – Local Advertisement No. 15/Poly/2026-2027.
- Application Mode: Online Application + Hard Copy Submission.
- Application Fee: ₹500 (PwD candidates exempted, subject to valid certificate).
Interview Venue
Dean’s Office
Faculty of Engineering and Technology,
Aligarh Muslim University,
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Hard Copy Submission Address
Office of the Principal
University Polytechnic (Boys),
Aligarh Muslim University,
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India.