University of Kashmir Contractual Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
University of Kashmir Recruitment 2026 for Contractual Assistant Professor in Computer Science & Engineering at Institute of Technology, Zakura. Check eligibility and apply online and by post.
Date Posted: 26th September 2026
Organization: University of Kashmir, Srinagar
About University of Kashmir
The University of Jammu and Kashmir was established in 1948 and was bifurcated in 1969 into two full-fledged universities: the University of Kashmir at Srinagar and the University of Jammu at Jammu.
The University of Kashmir is located at Hazratbal, Srinagar, with Dal Lake on its eastern side and Nigeen Lake on the western side. Its main campus covers approximately 247 acres and includes Hazratbal Campus, Naseem Bagh Campus and Mirza Bagh Campus.
The university has also established satellite campuses at Anantnag (South Campus), Baramulla (North Campus), and Kupwara (Kupwara Campus) to expand access to higher education in the Kashmir Valley.
Job Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | University of Kashmir |
| Post | Contractual Assistant Professor |
| Department | Computer Science & Engineering |
| Institute | Institute of Technology, Zakura |
| Session | 2026 |
| Job Location | Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir |
| Employment Type | Contractual / Academic Arrangement |
| Salary | As Per Norms |
| Application Mode | Online / Postal |
| Application Deadline | Not specified in the supplied details |
Educational Qualification
Essential Qualification
Candidates applying for the Contractual Assistant Professor position in Computer Science & Engineering should possess:
- B.E./B.Tech and M.E./M.Tech in a relevant branch.
- First Class in any one of the two degrees.
- Eligibility is stated to be as per AICTE regulations dated 1st March 2019.
Desirable Qualification
- Ph.D. is desirable.
Direct Ph.D. Eligibility
Candidates holding a direct Ph.D. after B.E./B.Tech may also be eligible, subject to the conditions mentioned in the recruitment details.
The Ph.D. should be in the relevant discipline and awarded by a recognized university following the prescribed process of registration, coursework and evaluation, or by an Institute of National Importance such as IITs, IISc or NITs, duly recognized by the MHRD.
Such candidates should also have obtained at least First Class at the Bachelor’s level in Engineering/Technology.
Foreign University Ph.D.
A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline from a recognized foreign university/institute may also be considered where the institution has been ranked among the top 500 in the World University Ranking, at any time, by one of the following:
- Quacquarelli Symonds (QS)
- Times Higher Education (THE)
- Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) of Shanghai Jiao Tong University
The supplied recruitment information cites the UGC regulations dated 18th July 2018 for this provision.
Salary / Pay Scale
The pay/remuneration for the Contractual Assistant Professor position will be as per university norms.
A specific monthly salary amount is not provided in the supplied recruitment details.
How to Apply
Online applications are invited from eligible candidates for engagement of Contractual Assistant Professors purely as an academic arrangement for Session 2026 at the Institute of Technology, Zakura.
Candidates should complete the application process as prescribed by the University of Kashmir.
After completing the application, the hard copy of the downloaded application form, duly filled in all respects and accompanied by relevant documents, should be submitted to:
Office of the Dean, School of Engineering, Zakura, Srinagar
Application Process
- Check the eligibility requirements carefully.
- Complete the online application as prescribed.
- Download and print the completed application form.
- Attach the relevant supporting documents.
- Submit the completed hard copy to the Office of the Dean, School of Engineering, Zakura, Srinagar.
Important Date
The supplied recruitment information does not specify the last date for submission of the application. Candidates should check the university’s official recruitment notification for the applicable deadline.
Application Address
Office of the Dean
School of Engineering
Zakura, Srinagar
Jammu & Kashmir
University Address
University of Kashmir
Hazratbal
Srinagar – 190006
UT of Jammu & Kashmir