Guest Faculty (History – Modern History) Recruitment 2026 at PU-ISSER, Chandigarh
PU-ISSER, Panjab University Chandigarh, invites applications for Guest Faculty (History – Modern History) on a lecture basis. Candidates with NET, SET, SLET, or Ph.D. qualifications can apply offline before 10 July 2026. Honorarium up to ₹50,000 per month.
Date Posted: 08 July 2026
Organization: Panjab University – Institute of Social Sciences Education and Research (PU-ISSER), Chandigarh
About the Organization
The Institute of Social Sciences Education and Research (PU-ISSER) is a premier academic institute of Panjab University, Chandigarh. In line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, PU-ISSER offers B.A., B.A. (Hons.), and B.A. (Hons. with Research) in Social Sciences under the Honours School Framework. The programme provides multidisciplinary education with majors in History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Public Administration, Sociology, and other disciplines approved by the University. PU-ISSER is committed to academic excellence, interdisciplinary learning, and research-oriented education.
Employment Type
Guest Faculty (Lecture Basis)
Job Title
Guest Faculty – History (Modern History)
Department
History (Modern History)
Essential Qualifications
Candidates must possess:
- Master’s Degree in History with at least 55% marks from a recognized Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
Additionally, candidates should have:
- Qualified UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, or SET
OR
- Ph.D. Degree in accordance with UGC Regulations 2018
OR
- Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked among the Top 500 Universities in QS, THE, or ARWU World University Rankings.
Desirable Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates having:
- Specialization in Modern Indian History
- Certificate/Diploma in Archives and Records Management
- Certificate/Diploma in Museology
- Certificate/Diploma in Conservation Studies
Salary Details
- ₹1,500 per lecture
- Maximum remuneration: ₹50,000 per month
- Working Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Job Location
📍 PU-ISSER, Panjab University
Sector 14, Chandigarh – 160014, India
Application Mode
Offline Application
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 10 July 2026 (up to 4:00 PM) |
| Document Verification | 13 July 2026 at 9:30 AM |
| Interview | 13 July 2026 at 11:00 AM |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should:
- Download the prescribed application form for Guest Faculty (Assistant Professor) from the Panjab University recruitment portal.
- Fill in all required details.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational qualifications, experience certificates, category certificates (if applicable), and supporting documents.
- Submit the completed application form to the PU-ISSER office on or before the prescribed deadline.
Submission Address
Institute of Social Sciences Education and Research (PU-ISSER)
Opposite University School of Open Learning
Guru Tegh Bahadur Bhawan
Panjab University
Sector 14, Chandigarh – 160014, India
