NLSIU, Bangalore has released six notifications (Nos. 20–25/2026) for 22 Assistant Professor posts, including 11 permanent and 11 five-year contract positions across Law and Humanities & Social Sciences, plus two endowed chairs. Applicants must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (additional NET/Ph.D. requirements apply for permanent posts). Applications are online only and must be submitted by 09-12-2026 (17:00 IST). Pay is at Level 10 as per VII CPC; detailed notifications and application links are on the NLSIU website.
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Vacancy Details
- Assistant Professor (Law) – Permanent (Notification No. 20/2026): 6 vacancies
Qualification: As prescribed in Sections I and II.1 of Appendix A- Unreserved: 4
- Scheduled Caste: 1
- Scheduled Tribe: 1
- Assistant Professor (Humanities & Social Sciences) – Permanent (Notification No. 21/2026): 5 vacancies
Qualification: As prescribed in Sections I and II.1 of Appendix A- Unreserved: 3
- Scheduled Caste: 1
- Scheduled Tribe: 1
- Assistant Professor (Law) – 5 Year Contract (Notification No. 22/2026): 6 vacancies
Qualification: As prescribed in Section I of Appendix A- Unreserved: 6
- Assistant Professor (Humanities & Social Sciences) – 5 Year Contract (Notification No. 23/2026): 3 vacancies
Qualification: As prescribed in Section I of Appendix A- Unreserved: 3
- Assistant Professor (HAL Defence Public Sector Chair in Business Laws) – 5 Year Contract (Notification No. 24/2026): 1 vacancies
Qualification: As prescribed in Section I of Appendix A- Unreserved: 1
- Department of Revenue Chair in the level of Assistant Professor (Law) – 5 Year Contract (Notification No. 25/2026): 1 vacancies
Qualification: As prescribed in Section I of Appendix A- Unreserved: 1
Qualification Requirements
Section I (all posts): A Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade). Relaxation of 5% for SC/ST and Differently abled categories and for certain Ph.D. cases as specified. Section II.1 (additional eligibility for permanent posts Nos. 20/2026 and 21/2026): either (Option A) NET/SLET/SET clearance (with specified exemptions for some Ph.D. holders and certain disciplines) or (Option B) Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in top 500 in specified global rankings. Contract posts (Nos. 22–25/2026) refer only to Section I.
Selection Process
- Application screening and shortlisting: Applications will be screened and NLSIU may restrict the number of candidates called for interview if there are a large number of applications.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview; meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
- Intimation: Shortlisted candidates will be intimated through email.
- No Objection Certificate (for serving employees): Candidates serving in Government/PSUs must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview if not submitted earlier.
- No written test mentioned: The notifications do not mention a written test or other stages beyond interview and document verification.
How to Apply
- Read the relevant notification (Nos. 20/2026 to 25/2026) on the University website.
- Fill in the online Application Form on the NLSIU website.
- Upload copies of all required certificates to support educational qualifications, age, experience etc.; incomplete forms will not be considered.
- Submit the application on or before 09-12-2026 at 17:00 hrs (IST).
- clarification_contact: [email protected]
Important Links
- Apply Online
- Notification No. 20/2026 – Assistant Professor (Law), Permanent
- Notification No. 21/2026 – Assistant Professor (Humanities & Social Sciences), Permanent
- Notification No. 22/2026 – Assistant Professor (Law), 5 Year Contract
- Notification No. 23/2026 – Assistant Professor (Humanities & Social Sciences), 5 Year Contract
- Notification No. 24/2026 – HAL Defence Public Sector Chair
- Notification No. 25/2026 – Department of Revenue Chair
- Official Website
Important Dates
- Date of Notification:
- Last Date to Submit Application:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum eligibility/qualification requirements?
All posts require a Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent). Additional eligibility for permanent posts includes the conditions in Section II.1, which refer to NET/SLET/SET or specified Ph.D. criteria.
How do I apply for these NLSIU Assistant Professor posts?
Applications must be submitted online by filling the Application Form on the University website and uploading copies of all required certificates. The application must be submitted on or before 09-12-2026 at 17:00 hrs (IST).
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is December 9, 2026 at 17:00 hrs (IST).
What is the selection process?
The notifications refer to shortlisting and an interview as the selection stages; shortlisted candidates will be intimated through email. No written test or other stages are mentioned in the notifications.
What is the pay scale for these posts?
All six posts carry the pay structure Level 10 as per VII CPC. The notifications do not state a specific monthly salary amount or allowances.
