Social Work Faculty Recruitment 2026 at Central University of Karnataka, Kalaburagi

Central University of Karnataka Recruitment 2026: Apply for Contract Faculty vacancy in the Department of Social Work, Kalaburagi. Check eligibility, NET/Ph.D. qualifications, salary up to Rs. 45,000 and walk-in interview details.

Date Posted: 12th November 2026

Organization: Central University of Karnataka (CUK), Kalaburagi, Karnataka

Organization Profile:

The Central University of Karnataka (CUK) was established by an Act of Parliament (No. 3 of 2009) at Kalaburagi, Karnataka. It is among the 16 Central Universities established by the Government of India during the UGC XI Plan Period to promote equitable access to quality higher education, particularly in educationally disadvantaged districts. The university commenced its academic activities in August 2009 and focuses on academic excellence, research and inclusive education.

Employment Type: Purely Contractual (One Semester or Until Further Orders, Whichever Is Earlier).

Job Details

The Central University of Karnataka invites applications from eligible candidates for the following contractual teaching position in the Department of Social Work.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the Contract Faculty position in Social Work must fulfil the following qualifications:

Educational Qualifications:

1. 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.

2. Must have qualified UGC-NET or CSIR-NET, or an equivalent test accredited by the UGC.

3. Candidates awarded a Ph.D. in accordance with the UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016, including subsequent amendments, are exempted from NET, subject to submission of proof of coursework as per UGC norms.

4. Alternatively, candidates possessing a Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked among the top 500 in QS, THE or ARWU rankings are eligible.

Relaxation in Marks:

• A 5% relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks (55% to 50%) is applicable to SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and PwD candidates.

• Qualifications shall be as prescribed by the UGC from time to time.

Candidate Profile

The university expects candidates to fulfil the following requirements:

• Be available for full-time work from the university campus during the engagement period.

• Have their own online teaching arrangements, such as a laptop.

• Be capable of handling the assigned teaching workload as prescribed under UGC norms.

• Retired teachers below 65 years of age may also apply, subject to eligibility requirements.

Salary Details

Note: The remuneration is consolidated. No additional allowances, medical reimbursement or vacation salary will be provided.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected through the following stages:

1. Shortlisting based on academic scores.

2. Walk-in interview conducted in blended mode at the Department of Social Work.

3. Verification of original educational certificates and supporting documents.

Job Location

Department of Social Work, Central University of Karnataka, Kalaburagi, Karnataka.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview with their completed application form, detailed resume and original certificates. Candidates may also email their CV in advance to the Department of Social Work.

Application Procedure

1. Read the official recruitment notification carefully.

2. Ensure that you fulfil the UGC eligibility requirements.

3. Download the prescribed Contract Faculty application form from the university website.

4. Fill in the application form with the required details.

5. Paste a recent passport-size photograph and sign across it.

6. Prepare your detailed resume along with original educational certificates and mark sheets.

7. Email your CV to the department, if desired.

8. Report to the Department of Social Work, Central University of Karnataka, before 11:00 AM on 11th November 2026.

9. Attend the walk-in interview in the prescribed blended mode.

Application Email: hodsw@cuk.ac.in

Documents Required

Candidates should bring the following documents:

• Prescribed Contract Faculty application form with signed photograph.

• Detailed resume/CV.

• Original educational certificates and mark sheets.

• UGC-NET/CSIR-NET qualification certificate or Ph.D. certificate with coursework mark sheet, as applicable.

• Published research papers and books, if any.

• SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/PwD category certificate, if applicable.

• Experience certificates, if any.

• Address proof.

• PAN card copy at the time of joining.

Important Links

Organization Address

Administration,
Central University of Karnataka,
SH-10, Aland Road,
Kalaburagi – 585367,
Karnataka, India.