Lakshadweep Administration Recruitment 2026 – Principal, Assistant Professor and Lecturer Vacancies

Lakshadweep Department of Education Recruitment 2026 for 19 contractual Principal, Assistant Professor and Lecturer vacancies. Check qualifications, salary up to ₹1,00,000, age limits, selection process and online application deadline of 15 November 2026.

Date Posted: 02-11-2026

Organization: Directorate of Education, Lakshadweep Administration

About the Organization

The Directorate of Education, Lakshadweep Administration, has invited applications to prepare a panel of eligible candidates for contractual teaching and academic leadership positions in government higher-education institutions across the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.

The recruitment covers Government College of Arts and Science, Government College of Education, and Government Polytechnic College.

Eligible candidates with the required educational qualifications, research credentials and teaching experience can apply online for the relevant positions.

Vacancy Details

A total of 19 contractual faculty vacancies have been advertised.

A. Principal

Institution: Government College of Arts and Science

Vacancies: Refer to the official notification for the precise post-wise allocation.

B. Assistant Professor

Government College of Arts and Science

The advertised subject areas include:

1. English
2. Economics
3. Political Science
4. Commerce
5. Aquaculture
6. Software Development
7. Tourism
8. Food Processing
9. Computer Science
10. Psychology

Government College of Education

11. Social Science Education
12. Mathematics Education
13. General Education

C. Lecturer – Government Polytechnic College

14. Mechanical Engineering
15. Electrical and Electronics Engineering
16. Mathematics

The above list identifies the advertised disciplines and post categories. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the exact vacancy distribution and any additional subject-specific conditions.

Educational Qualifications

A. Principal – Government College of Arts and Science

Essential Qualification:

• Ph.D. in Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Vocational Studies or Education, as applicable under UGC norms.

Desirable Experience: Candidates should possess one of the following:

• At least 2 years of experience as a Principal in a government-recognized college or institution; or
• At least 8 years of combined experience as Associate Professor or Professor; or
• At least 12 years of combined experience in the prescribed Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor positions.

The experience must satisfy the conditions specified in the official notification.

B. Assistant Professor – Government College of Arts and Science

Candidates generally require:

• A Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade.
• UGC NET/JRF or another qualification recognized under the applicable UGC regulations.
• Subject-specific qualifications where prescribed.

Relevant subjects include English, Economics, Political Science, Commerce, Aquaculture, Software Development, Tourism, Food Processing, Computer Science and Psychology.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Relevant teaching experience.
• Ph.D. in the concerned subject.

The exact qualifications vary by subject, particularly for Computer Science, Software Development and vocational disciplines.

C. Assistant Professor – Government College of Education

The advertised subject areas include Social Science Education, Mathematics Education and General Education.

Depending on the subject, candidates are expected to possess:

• A relevant Master’s degree.
• M.Ed. with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade, where prescribed.
• UGC NET/JRF in Education or another accepted qualification under the applicable regulations.

Candidates must check the notification for the exact combination of degrees required for each subject.

D. Lecturer – Government Polytechnic College

Mechanical Engineering and Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Candidates generally require:

• B.E., B.Tech. or B.S. in the relevant discipline with First Class or an equivalent grade.

Mathematics

Candidates should possess the relevant postgraduate qualification with First Class or an equivalent grade and the prescribed NET/SET or Ph.D. qualification, as applicable.

A relevant postgraduate degree or Ph.D. may be desirable for engineering lecturer positions.

Important: All applicants must satisfy the qualifications specified in the official notification. Equivalent qualifications are accepted only where permitted by the recruitment rules.

Salary and Remuneration

The recruitment offers fixed consolidated monthly remuneration according to the position and applicable eligibility requirements.

Candidates who do not possess the prescribed UGC qualifications may be considered for a separate panel if sufficient qualified candidates are unavailable. The recruitment information indicates that remuneration for this category is 10% lower than the corresponding amount for candidates possessing the required qualifications.

The appointment is contractual and does not automatically confer a right to permanent employment.

Age Limit

The advertised age limits are:

Age relaxation and qualifying-mark concessions are subject to applicable Government of India rules.

Candidates should confirm the relevant age-calculation date and reservation provisions in the official notification.

Selection Process

Selection is based on scrutiny of applications, assessment of qualifications and an interview.

Selection Stages

1. Online application submission.
2. Verification of uploaded documents.
3. Publication of the eligible-candidate checklist.
4. Shortlisting of candidates for interviews.
5. Interview conducted online or in person, as decided by the Directorate.
6. Publication of the merit or rank list.
7. Submission of willingness by selected candidates as instructed by the Directorate.

Candidates must indicate their preferred interview mode in the application. The recruitment information states that this preference cannot subsequently be changed.

Selection Weightage

Assistant Professor and Lecturer

The desirable-qualification component includes marks for Ph.D. and relevant experience, as specified in the notification.

Principal

The notification also describes experience scoring for eligible candidates. Applicants should consult the official document for the precise scoring rules.

Important Dates

Candidates should check the official recruitment portal for updates, revised schedules and interview instructions.

Application Fee

Application Fee: Not specified in the available recruitment information.

Applicants should verify the online application portal for any fee-related instructions before submitting their forms.

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents:

• Updated bio-data or curriculum vitae.
• Certificates for all educational qualifications.
• Degree certificates and mark sheets.
• Ph.D. certificate, where applicable.
• NET/JRF/SET certificates, where applicable.
• Teaching and professional experience certificates.
• Documentary proof that the institution where experience was gained is government-recognized.
• Certificate confirming that the Ph.D. was awarded in accordance with applicable UGC regulations, where required.
• Supporting documents for distance-mode qualifications, where applicable.
• Valid category certificate, where applicable.
• English translation or authenticated English version of certificates issued in another language.
• Any additional documents required by the official notification.

Candidates should upload legible copies of the required documents and retain the originals for verification.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the designated online application portal.
2. Locate the Lakshadweep Department of Education contractual faculty recruitment.
3. Read the official notification and identify the post and subject for which you are eligible.
4. Register or log in to the application portal.
5. Complete the online application form.
6. Enter educational qualifications, teaching experience and other required information.
7. Upload your CV and supporting certificates.
8. Select your preferred interview mode, as instructed.
9. Review the information entered in the form.
10. Submit the application online before 15 November 2026.
11. Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
12. Check the portal for the eligible-candidate checklist and interview schedule.

Applicants must possess the prescribed qualifications when submitting the application.

10. Job Location

Selected candidates may be engaged at government higher-education institutions across the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.

The institutions covered by the recruitment include:

• Government College of Arts and Science.
• Government College of Education.
• Government Polytechnic College.

The Directorate determines the nature, duration and place of contractual engagement.

Address:

Directorate of Education
Lakshadweep Administration
Kavaratti – 682555
Union Territory of Lakshadweep, India.