Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), Kollam, invites online applications for 32 Assistant Professor (contract) posts across multiple disciplines under advertisement RECN/108/2026. Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (NET qualified or Ph.D. as per UGC norms); M.Tech is acceptable for Computer Science/Data Science where specified. The consolidated pay is Rs. 50,000 per month. Apply online via the university portal, upload documents, pay the fee online and send a signed hard copy. Online applications close on 11-11-2026; hard copy receipt deadline is 18-11-2026.
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Vacancy Details
- Assistant Professor – Arabic: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Hindi: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – English: 2 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Political Science: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Psychology: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Sociology: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Economics: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Social work (BSW & MSW): 5 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Public Administration (BA & MA): 3 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Commerce: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Business Studies: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Computer Science (BCA, MCA, BSc Data Science): 2 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; M.Tech acceptable for CS/Data Science; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Philosophy: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Library Science: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Mathematics (MSc): 3 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms - Assistant Professor – Multimedia (BSc): 3 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with minimum 55% in relevant subject; NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms
Qualification Requirements
Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University. For Computer Science and Data Science & Analytics, M.Tech candidates shall be considered in addition to M.Sc. Eligibility also requires clearing the National Eligibility Test (NET) in the relevant discipline conducted by UGC/CSIR or SLET/SET, OR having a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 50 years
Selection Process
- Short-listing: Candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility and submitted documents.
- Interview or Academic Presentation: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview or asked to give an academic presentation.
- Document Verification: Final selection will include verification of original documents and credentials.
How to Apply
- Apply online through the University recruitment portal at https://sgou.ac.in/.
- Fill in all particulars and upload legible copies of required documents.
- Remit the registration fee online (Account No. 3614010035599, IFSC: UBIN0536148, Branch – Union Bank, Kollam -1).
- Take a printout of the completed application, affix photograph, sign it, and attach self-attested copies of all credentials.
- Send the printout by post to: The Registrar, Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kureepuzha, Kollam, Kerala superscribing the envelope ‘Application for the post of Assistant Professor — [Discipline], Notification No. [•]’.
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Important Dates
- Online Application Last Date:
- Hard Copy Receipt Last Date:
- Age Limit Reference Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum eligibility and qualification requirements?
Candidates must have a Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks in the relevant/concerned/allied subject. They must have cleared NET/SLET/SET or possess a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC regulations; for Computer Science/Data Science, M.Tech is also acceptable.
How do I apply for the Assistant Professor posts?
Apply online through the University recruitment portal at https://sgou.ac.in/, fill in particulars, upload required documents, and remit the registration fee online. After applying online, take a printout, sign and attach self-attested copies, and send the hard copy by post to the Registrar, SGOU, Kollam.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online submission is 11-11-2026. The last date for receipt of the hard copy is 18-11-2026.
What is the selection process for these posts?
The selection process involves short-listing of candidates, an interview or academic presentation for shortlisted candidates, followed by document verification. Final appointment is after verification and adherence to rules.
What is the salary or pay scale for the posts?
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated pay of Rs. 50,000/- per month. The appointment is strictly on a contract basis.
