The University of Kashmir, Srinagar has released Advertisement Notice-IX inviting applications from eligible candidates for Contractual Assistant Professor and Instructor posts. The recruitment is being conducted for the academic session 2026 under the School of Arts, Languages and Literature.
These appointments are purely on a contractual basis and will be made as an academic arrangement for the session-2026 at the Main Campus and South Campus. Candidates who meet the required educational qualifications can apply for the positions in the specified subjects.
The online application process will begin on 11 March 2026 and the last date to submit the online application form is 25 March 2026. Applicants must also submit a hard copy of the application form along with relevant documents by 27 March 2026.
Overview of University of Kashmir Recruitment 2026
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, eligibility and application procedure.
| Organisation | University of Kashmir, Srinagar |
| Advertisement Notice | Advertisement Notice-IX |
| Post Name | Contractual Assistant Professor and Instructor |
| Category | Higher Education Job |
| Type | Contractual (Academic Arrangement) |
| Job Location | Main Campus and South Campus, Kashmir |
| Application Mode | Online + Hard Copy |
| Session | Academic Session 2026 |
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Online Application Start Date | 11 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 25 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Hard Copy | 27 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details of University of Kashmir Recruitment 2026
Applications are invited for Assistant Professor and Instructor posts in the following subjects under the School of Arts, Languages and Literature.
| S. No. | Subject | Post ID | Post Type |
| 1 | Arabic (Main Campus) | PGD-AR-12 | Assistant Professor |
| 2 | Urdu (South Campus) | SCU-UR-9 | Assistant Professor |
| 3 | Sculpture (IMFA) | PGD-MF-6 | Instructor |
| 4 | Applied Art (IMFA) | Not Specified | Instructor |
Eligibility Criteria of University of Kashmir Vacancies
Candidates must ensure that they meet the required educational qualifications before applying for the posts.
| Post / Subject | Educational Qualification | Desirable Qualification / Specialization |
| Assistant Professor (Arabic) | Master’s degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university with at least 55 percent marks or equivalent grade. Candidates must also have NET, SET or SLET qualification or PhD. | Good command of Arabic to English translation and vice versa. Specialization areas may include Linguistics, Balagah, Quranic Sciences, Classical Poetry, Modern Poetry, Classical Prose, Modern Prose and Literary Criticism. |
| Assistant Professor (Urdu) | Master’s degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university with at least 55 percent marks or equivalent grade. NET, SET or SLET qualification or PhD. | Not specified |
| Instructor (Sculpture) | Master’s degree from a recognized university in the relevant subject with at least 55 percent marks or equivalent grade. | NET, SET or PhD |
| Instructor (Applied Art) | Master’s degree from a recognized university in the relevant subject with at least 55 percent marks or equivalent grade. | NET, SET or PhD |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay an application fee while submitting the form.
| Application Fee | Rs 250 per form |
| Additional Form Fee | Rs 100 for each additional form |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Terms and Conditions
The engagement of Assistant Professors and Instructors will be purely on a need basis for the academic session 2026.
Applicants are advised to stay in contact with the concerned Dean for updates regarding interview schedules and other recruitment information.
How to Apply for University of Kashmir Recruitment 2026
Candidates must follow the online application process to apply for the posts.
1. Visit the official website of the University of Kashmir and open the recruitment section. Fill out the online application form with correct personal and educational details.
2. After submitting the online form, download and print the completed application form. Attach all relevant documents and certificates required for verification.
3. Submit the hard copy of the completed application form along with documents to the office mentioned below.
Office of the Dean
School of Arts, Languages and Literature
University of Kashmir
Srinagar
The hard copy must reach the office by 27 March 2026.
University of Kashmir Official Notification & Apply Reference
Official Website: kashmiruniversity.net
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Application Portal: APPLY ONLINE