Kashmir University Assistant Professor Vacancies OUT – Check Eligibility and Apply Now

The University of Kashmir, Srinagar, has announced a notification for the engagement of Contractual Assistant Professors for the academic session 2025. This recruitment is purely on an academic arrangement basis and applies to both Main and Satellite Campuses. Eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications online and later submit hard copies of their application forms with all necessary documents.

As per the official notification, these positions are temporary and will be terminated either at the end of the academic session or once the position is filled on a substantive basis. The application process involves both online and offline submissions, with the last date for online submissions being January 27, 2025, and the hard copy submission deadline set for January 28, 2025.

Required qualification, experience, age limit and other post details are given in brief below, check all the details before applying for the mentioned positions —

Overview of Kashmir University Assistant Professor Notification

The table below provides an overview of the recruitment details:

Vacancy Details of Kashmir University Recruitment 2025

The recruitment notification invites applications for the position of Contractual Assistant Professors in various disciplines. The number of vacancies for each department has not been specified in the notification. The positions are purely on a contractual basis, and the terms are subject to the guidelines set by the university.

• School of Art, Language & Literature
• School of Social Sciences
• School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences
• School of Education & Behavioral Sciences
• School of Law
• School of Earth & Environmental Sciences
• School of Applied Sciences & Technology
• School of Business Studies
• School of Engineering
• School of Open Learning
• School of Biological Sciences

Check the subject names from the below given official notification.

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria for Kashmir University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025

Below are the eligibility criteria as per the official notification:

Educational Qualification

• Master’s Degree in the relevant subject/discipline from a recognized university with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade points.
• NET/SET/SLET or PhD in the relevant subject is required.

Special Note

• The NET/SET/SLET qualification requirement is not applicable for Engineering subjects.

Age Limit

No specific age limit is mentioned in the notification.

Terms and Conditions

The terms and conditions for the engagement of Contractual Assistant Professors are as follows:

1. The engagement is purely on a need basis for the academic session 2025 and will be terminated at the end of the session or once the substantive position is filled, whichever is earlier.
2. Candidates will be required to submit an undertaking sworn before a 1st Class Judicial Magistrate, stating:
   • The engagement is temporary and non-substantive.
   • They will not claim continuation or regularization of the post.
   • Wages will be fixed based on the candidate’s qualification as of the application submission cut-off date.
   • They are not employed in any Government or Semi-Government organization.
3. Candidates must pay an application fee of ₹250 per form and ₹100 for every additional application form, payable online.

How to Apply for Kashmir University Assistant Professor Positions

Interested candidates must follow these steps to apply for the Contractual Assistant Professor positions:

1. Online Application:
   • Visit the official website: www.kashmiruniversity.net.
   • Fill out the online application form.
   • Pay the application fee of ₹250 for the first form and ₹100 for additional forms through the online payment mode.
2. Submission of Hard Copy:
   • Download the completed application form after online submission.
   • Attach all required documents (self-attested) such as:
     • Educational qualifications
     • Experience certificates
     • Age proof
   • Submit the hard copy to the office of the concerned Deans of the Schools by January 28, 2025.

Application Fee

Important Links

Interested candidates can download the official notification of Kashmir University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2024 by clicking the link below to check the detailed information about the application process for Teaching posts.

Selection Process for Kashmir University Recruitment 2025

The selection process includes:

1. Shortlisting of Applications:
   Based on the candidate’s qualifications and relevance to the subject discipline.
2. Interview:
   Shortlisted candidates will be notified about the interview date, venue, and time.
   • No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

Posting Tenure & Location

Selected candidates will be engaged for the academic session 2025 and posted at the Main Campus or Satellite Campuses of Kashmir University. The tenure is strictly contractual and subject to the university’s academic requirements.

FAQs About Kashmir University

Q1. What is the last date to apply online for Kashmir University Recruitment 2025?
The last date for online application submission is January 27, 2025.

Q2. What is the application fee for the recruitment?
Candidates need to pay ₹250 for the first application form and ₹100 for additional forms.

Q3. What qualifications are required for Assistant Professor positions?
Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks and NET/SET/SLET or PhD in the relevant subject. NET/SET/SLET is not mandatory for Engineering subjects.

Q4. Can candidates employed in Government organizations apply?
No, candidates currently employed in Government, Semi-Government, or other institutes are not eligible.

Q5. Where will the selected candidates be posted?
The selected candidates will be posted at the Main or Satellite Campuses of Kashmir University.

Q6. Is this a permanent position?
No, the engagement is on a contractual basis for the academic session 2025 only.