The Central University of Jammu has issued an official notification for the appointment of Dr. Ambedkar Chair Professor. The post is offered purely on a tenure basis, either through deputation or contract. There is one vacancy available, and interested Indian nationals can submit their applications online through the University’s official portal.
As stated in the notification, the post is reserved for an eminent scholar with a Ph.D. and specialization in Dr. Ambedkar’s thought, philosophy, education, or areas like national integration and cultural nationalism. The position falls under Academic Pay Level 14. Superannuated individuals are not eligible.
Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply online through the Samarth Recruitment Portal of the university from 29-05-2025 to 17-06-2025. The application fee is ₹1000 for UR/OBC/EWS categories, while SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted. Details regarding qualifications, pay scale, selection process, and conditions of appointment are provided below.
Important Dates:
The registration process for the Central University of Jammu Dr. Ambedkar Chair Professor post will begin from 29.05.2025. Notification Date: 27.05.2025. Start Date of Application: 29.05.2025. Last Date of Application: 17.06.2025.
Vacancy Details:
This recruitment drive aims to fill one tenure-based vacancy for the position of Dr. Ambedkar Chair Professor.
Post Name: Dr. Ambedkar Chair Professor
No. of Posts: 01
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, and other essential details below.
Educational Qualifications
The candidate must be an eminent scholar with a Ph.D. in a relevant subject and specialization in Dr. Ambedkar’s Thought & Philosophy, Education, or Social Justice. They should have a minimum of 10 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of 120. Also required is at least 10 years of teaching/research experience at a recognized university or institution, with evidence of having guided doctoral candidates. Alternatively, outstanding professionals with 10 years of experience and a Ph.D. who have significantly contributed to the field may also apply.
Age Limit
Superannuated persons are not eligible. No specific age bar is listed otherwise, but the post is tenure-based.
Other Requirements
Candidates who had applied earlier under Employment Notification No. 22 and were declared eligible can update their applications on the Samarth portal without paying a fee.
How to Apply:
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply through the official portal of the Central University of Jammu at www.cujammu.ac.in.
Application Fee:
The application fee for the recruitment process is structured according to categories: ₹1000 for General, OBC, and EWS categories. No fee for SC/ST/PwD.
Selection Process:
Selection will be done on the basis of eligibility screening followed by an interview. Shortlisted candidates will be informed and called to appear before the Selection Committee. SC/ST/PwD candidates will be reimbursed for second-class travel on production of tickets.
Candidates who wish to apply for the post must download the official notification pdf. The official notification of Central University of Jammu contains all the detailed information about eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, etc.
Official Notification PDF