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Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 60 years
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Candidates may be short-listed based on academic record, teaching experience, research/academic score and ODL-relevant experience.
- Selection by Committee: Final selection will be made by a duly constituted Selection Committee as per the University Act and Statutes.
How to Apply
- Apply online through the University recruitment portal at https://sgou.ac.in.
- Fill in all particulars and upload legible copies of the required documents.
- After successful online submission, take a printout of the completed application.
- Affix a photograph, sign it, and attach self-attested copies of all credentials.
- Send the application by post to: The Registrar, Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kureepuzha, Kollam, Kerala.
- Superscribe the envelope with ‘Application for the post of Section Officer & Assistant Registrar’.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Date of Notification:
- Last date for online submission of applications:
- Last date for receipt of hard copy / printout of application:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
A Bachelor Degree from a recognized university is required for both Section Officer and Assistant Registrar posts. Additionally, candidates must be retired from the specified posts as mentioned for each position.
How do I apply for these SGOU posts?
Apply online through the University recruitment portal at https://sgou.ac.in, upload required documents, print the completed application, sign and attach self-attested credentials, and send the hard copy by post to The Registrar, SGOU, Kureepuzha, Kollam, Kerala.
What is the last date to apply online?
The last date for online submission of applications is 11-11-2026. The hard copy of the application must be received by 18-11-2026.
How will candidates be selected?
Short-listing may be based on academic records, teaching experience, research/academic score and ODL-relevant experience. Final selection will be made by a duly constituted Selection Committee as per the University Act and Statutes.
What is the salary for the posts?
The notified monthly pay is Rs. 38,590 for Section Officer and Rs. 41,900 for Assistant Registrar. The advertised pay range is Rs. 38,590/- to Rs. 41,900/- per month.





