Central University of Jharkhand
Contractual / Regular

CUJ Assistant Professor Walk-in 2026

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Oct. 13, 2026
Assistant Professor (Temporary) - Mass Communication

Required Qualification

Postgraduate165
Ph.D59
M.A.25
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
Rs. 57,700/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
As per UGC / CUJ norms
Job Location
Jharkhand11Ranchi1

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 12, 2026

2

Starts

Oct 12, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 23, 2026

4

Exam Date

Oct 26, 2026

Application Window12 – 23 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date26 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Essential Qualifications: Master's degree in Mass Communication / Journalism or concerned/relevant/allied subject with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD) from a recognized Indian University or an equivalent accredited foreign degree.
National Eligibility / Research: Must have qualified UGC-NET in Mass Communication / Journalism, OR hold a Ph.D. degree compliant with UGC Regulations 2009/2016 (or obtained from a top-500 QS/THE/ARWU foreign university).
Specialization: Digital Media, Electronic Media, and Media Production.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age limit is governed as per UGC guidelines and Central University of Jharkhand regulations for engagement of temporary faculty.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Online Google Form Registration & Document Scrutiny

Online / OfflineQualifying Only

Walk-In Personal Interview

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is conducted through a Walk-In-Interview for candidates who complete mandatory online pre-registration via Google Form by 23 October 2026 (5:00 PM). On 26 October 2026, registered candidates report between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM at the Administrative Block, CUJ Cheri-Manatu campus, Ranchi for credential verification, followed by personal interview evaluation by the University Selection Committee assessing teaching aptitude, research credentials, and domain specialization in Digital and Electronic Media.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

Verified Official Source

Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Component
Academic Record & Postgraduate Merit in Mass Communication
National Eligibility & Research Credentials
Domain Specialization in Digital & Electronic Media
Classroom Teaching Aptitude & Personal Interview

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Assistant Professors (Temporary) in the Department of Mass Communication at the Central University of Jharkhand handle curriculum delivery for undergraduate, postgraduate, and integrated degree programs. Duties involve lecturing, conducting studio practicals in radio/television production, supervising digital media labs, mentoring student documentary projects, and participating in departmental academic committees. The Cheri-Manatu campus provides modern multimedia studio facilities in a serene academic setting near Ranchi.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Stationed at the permanent university campus in Village Cheri-Manatu, Kanke, Ranchi, Jharkhand (PIN: 835222). The engagement is initially for one semester, extendable on mutual consent based on university requirements and performance appraisals. No university accommodation or official transport is provided.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Temporary faculty positions do not provide direct promotion tracks into regular university cadres. However, documented teaching and research experience at a Central University established under an Act of Parliament offers significant advantage and API score points for regular faculty recruitment drives across central universities, state universities, and national institutes.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Mandatory Online Pre-Registration: Candidates must register through the official Google Form by 23 October 2026 (5:00 PM). Candidates without prior online registration will strictly not be permitted to attend.
  • UGC Regulation Compliance Certificate: Candidates claiming NET exemption through Ph.D. must submit compliance certificates strictly in Annexure-I or Annexure-II format from their degree-awarding university.
  • Strict Reporting Window: Reporting time is 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM on 26 October 2026; late arrivals will not be entertained.
  • Carry All Original Testimonials: Candidates must produce original degrees, mark sheets, category certificates, and publications for verification at the registration desk.
  • Multi-Day Interview Contingency: Depending on candidate turnout, interviews may extend into the following day; candidates must arrange their own lodging and travel.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Monthly consolidated remuneration of Rs. 57,700/- will be paid. Not entitled to residential accommodation, official transport, or leave encashment.

Consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 57,700/- (corresponding to UGC 7th CPC Level 10 entry basic pay). Temporary faculty are entitled to 8 days leave on a pro-rata basis per calendar year, but no accommodation or allowances.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Eligible candidates must register online using the official Google Form link (Google Form Registration) on or before 23rd October 2026 up to 5:00 PM. Only pre-registered candidates will be allowed to appear.
  2. Download the prescribed application format from the university website at cuj.ac.in.
  3. Fill out the application form and prepare an updated bio-data along with one set of self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, mark sheets (Graduation, Master's, NET/SLET/SET certificate, Ph.D. degree & UGC compliance certificate Annexure-I/II), caste/category certificate, and two passport-size color photographs.
  4. Report at 9:30 AM on Monday, 26th October 2026 at the Administrative (Block) Building, Central University of Jharkhand, Village: Cheri-Manatu, Kanke, Ranchi – 835222, Jharkhand.
  5. Walk-in interview commences at 10:30 AM onwards. No TA/DA or accommodation is provided. Candidates must bring all original documents for verification.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required to register or attend the walk-in interview.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Candidates must have a Master's degree in Mass Communication / Journalism with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) and UGC-NET qualification, OR a Ph.D. degree compliant with UGC Regulations 2009/2016.

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