The Directorate of Education, Lakshadweep is preparing a contractual panel of faculty (Principal, Assistant Professors and Lecturers) for its Government College of Arts & Science, Government College of Education and Government Polytechnic College. There are 19 posts in total with monthly consolidated pay ranging from Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 depending on the post. Online applications are accepted from 30-10-2026 to 15-11-2026 via the Lakshadweep online application portal. Selection is by shortlisting and interview (online or physical) with specified weightages; discipline-specific qualifications and UGC/AICTE/University norms apply.
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Vacancy Details
- Principal, Arts & Science College: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in regular mode (as per UGC norms) in Arts/Science/Commerce/Management/Vocational/Education discipline - Assistant Professor English: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET/JRF - Assistant Professor Economics: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET/JRF - Assistant Professor in Political Science: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET/JRF - Assistant Professor in Commerce: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET/JRF - Assistant Professor in Aqua Culture: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET/JRF - Assistant Professor in Software Development: 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Tech/M.Sc/MCA or equivalent with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET/JRF in subject concerned - Assistant Professor in Tourism and Service Industry: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in subject concerned with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET - Assistant Professor in Catering and Hospitality: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in subject concerned with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET - Assistant Professor in Food Processing and Preservation Technology: 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Food Science & Technology/Food Technology/Food Processing Technology/Food Engineering/Food Science/Food Science & Nutrition/Food Biotechnology/Clinical Nutrition/Home Science or allied discipline with minimum 55% marks, with UGC-CSIR NET - Assistant Professor in BBA Tourism: 1 vacancies
Qualification: MBA Tourism/Hospitality/Management or Master of Tourism Administration/Management or equivalent with minimum 55% marks, with UGC/CSIR NET - Assistant Professor in Computer Science: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree (M.Sc. Computer Science/M.Tech. CSE/MCA) in Computer Science or related discipline with at least 55% marks, with UGC NET or UGC recognized relevant test - Assistant Professor in Psychology: 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc/MA Psychology with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET/JRF - Assistant Professor in Social Science Education (Government College of Education): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in any Social Science subject (minimum 55% marks) with M.Ed (minimum 55% marks) and UGC NET/JRF in Education - Assistant Professor in Mathematics Education (Government College of Education): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Mathematics (minimum 55% marks) with M.Ed (minimum 55% marks) and UGC NET/JRF in Education - Assistant Professor in General Education (Government College of Education): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Science/Arts subject (minimum 55% marks) with M.Ed (minimum 55% marks) and UGC NET/JRF in Education - Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering (Government Polytechnic College): 1 vacancies
Qualification: B.E./B. Tech./B. S. in relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent grade - Lecturer in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Government Polytechnic College): 1 vacancies
Qualification: B.E./B. Tech./B. S. in relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent grade - Lecturer in Mathematics (Government Polytechnic College): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in relevant subject with First Class or equivalent grade; UGC NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D in relevant subject
Qualification Requirements
Principal: Ph.D. in regular mode (as per UGC norms). Assistant Professors: Master’s degree in the relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, with UGC NET/JRF (subject-specific variations and higher qualifications like M.Tech/M.Sc/MBA apply to some disciplines). Lecturers (Polytechnic): B.E./B.Tech./B.S. in relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent grade; Mathematics lecturer may require Master’s with First Class and UGC NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. Desirable experience typically 1–5 years and Ph.D. is preferred for several posts.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 22 years
- Maximum Age: 65 years
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on essential qualifications and desirable criteria using the stated weightages (for Assistant Professor/Lecturer: essential qualification 75%, desirable 10%; interview 15%; for Principal: post-graduate qualification 75%, M.Phil 5%, experience 5%, interview 15%).
- Interview: Only shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview which may be held online or in person as decided by the Department.
- Merit/Rank List: A merit or rank list is published after considering the shortlisting and interview scores.
- Willingness Submission: Selected candidates must immediately submit their willingness to accept the post after the merit list is published.
- Final Engagement: Final engagement is contractual and issued by the Department; failure to report in time cancels the engagement.
How to Apply
- Open the Lakshadweep online application portal at https://serviceonline.gov.in and fill in the application on or before the closing date.
- Provide a valid and correct e-mail ID in the application.
- Select preferred mode of interview (online or in person); this option is final and cannot be changed.
- Upload copies of all relevant certificates along with the application and be prepared to produce originals for verification when required.
- Check https://www.lakshadweep.gov.in regularly for official notifications and updates.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Online application begins:
- Online application closes:
- Publication of checklist:
- Publication of list for interview (Tentative):
- Interview, online or physical (Tentative):
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for these posts?
Qualifications vary by post: Principal requires a Ph.D. in regular mode as per UGC norms. Assistant Professors generally require a Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks and UGC NET/JRF; some disciplines require M.Tech/M.Sc/MBA equivalents. Polytechnic Lecturers require B.E./B.Tech. (First Class) or a Master’s with NET/SLET/Ph.D as specified.
How do I apply for these positions?
Apply online via the Lakshadweep online application portal at https://serviceonline.gov.in on or before the closing date. Provide a valid email, select your preferred interview mode, upload relevant certificates, and check https://www.lakshadweep.gov.in for updates.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes on 15-11-2026. The application process begins on 30-10-2026.
What is the selection process for candidates?
Candidates are shortlisted based on qualifications using prescribed weightages, then only shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview (online or physical). A merit/rank list is published and selected candidates must immediately submit their willingness to accept the post.
What is the salary or pay scale for the posts?
Monthly consolidated pay ranges from Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 depending on the post (for example, Principal Rs. 1,00,000; Assistant Professors mostly Rs. 50,000; Polytechnic Lecturers Rs. 40,000 as listed).
