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Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Jammu & Kashmir Recruitment 2025 – Assistant Professor in Design

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra invites applications for Assistant Professor in Design. Walk-in Interview on 31 October 2025. Apply by email or attend in person.

Date Posted: 24 October 2025

Organization: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Jammu and Kashmir

Organization Profile

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) is a premier autonomous university located near the holy shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir. Spread across a 470-acre picturesque campus, SMVDU offers world-class education and cutting-edge research opportunities in engineering, management, sciences, design, and humanities. The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Sections 2(f) & 12(B) of the UGC Act, 1956, and receives funding from UGC.

SMVDU emphasizes innovation, design thinking, and interdisciplinary learning, nurturing students to excel in academics and professional careers.

Job Title

Assistant Professor – Department of Design

Employment Type: Temporary / Contract

Department

School of Design

Eligibility Criteria

Specialization / Discipline: Design

Educational Qualifications:

  1. Bachelor’s Degree or minimum 4-year Diploma in any one of the streams of Design, Fine Arts, Applied Arts, or Architecture, OR
    Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with First Class or equivalent.

  2. Master’s Degree or equivalent Post Graduate Diploma in a relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent in any of the following or allied fields:

    • Industrial Design

    • Visual Communication

    • Fine Arts / Applied Arts / Architecture

    • Interaction Design

    • New Media Studies

    • Design Management

    • Ergonomics / Human Factors Engineering

    • Indian Craft Studies

    • Related fields of Engineering or Design

  3. Experience Requirement:

    • Minimum 2 years of professional design experience in an Industry, Research Organization, or Design Studio.

    • Candidates pursuing Ph.D. with at least 2 years of experience in a Ph.D. program are also eligible.

Job Location

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, Jammu and Kashmir – 182320

Remuneration

As per University norms.

Mode of Application

Email / Walk-in Interview

Important Dates

  • Last Date to Request Online Interview Mode: 25 October 2025

  • Document Verification & Interview Date: 31 October 2025 (10:00 AM onwards)

Interview Venue

A B Committee Room, Administrative Block, SMVDU Campus, Katra, Jammu & Kashmir – 182320

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should appear for the interview at the above venue with the following documents:

  • Application on plain paper with complete Bio-data.

  • Self-attested photocopies and originals of educational and experience certificates (10th onwards).

  • Two passport-size photographs.

  • Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card / Passport, etc.).

Candidates unable to attend in person may request to appear online by sending an email to recruitment@smvdu.ac.in with their CV and supporting documents by or before 25 October 2025.