Candidates must possess a First or Second Class Master's Degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university. Candidates must have about 5 years of teaching experience at the University level and about 5 years of administrative experience in a responsible post, including staff management in a University, College, Education Department, or similar institutions.
Kerala University Registrar Recruitment 2026
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 19, 2026
Starts
Sep 19, 2026
Deadline
Oct 3, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Candidates must be above 40 years of age and must not have completed 56 years of age. The tenure is for a maximum period of 4 years or till reaching 56 years of age, whichever is earlier.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Scrutiny & Eligibility Screening
Selection Committee Interview & Interaction
Syndicate Approval & Document Verification
Applications will be screened by a scrutiny committee to verify adherence to statutory qualifications, 5 years university teaching, and 5 years senior administrative experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Personal Interview and Leadership Interaction before the statutory Selection Committee / Syndicate of the University of Kerala. Final appointment will be confirmed by the Syndicate.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Area / Component | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|
| Evaluation Component | Evaluation of First/Second Class Master's degree, Ph.D./research output, and quality of 5+ years university-level teaching experience. |
| Evaluation Component | Assessment of 5+ years administrative experience in responsible positions, staff management, statutory council compliance, and financial administration in higher education. |
| Evaluation Component | Personal interaction evaluating vision for university governance, understanding of Kerala University Act & Statutes, NEP implementation, NAAC/NIRF strategies, and conflict resolution. |
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- Dual-Stage Application Process: Online submission via https://recruit.keralauniversity.ac.in must be followed by physical submission of printouts with all enclosures. Online submission alone is insufficient.
- Mandatory NOC & Forwarding: Printouts must be accompanied by an official No Objection Certificate (NOC) and forwarding letter from the competent appointing authority (College Managers for Private/Aided teachers, Director of Collegiate Education for Govt College teachers, or Registrar for University teachers).
- Non-Refundable Registration Fee: An online fee of ₹5,000/- is mandatory for all applicants. Applications without verified fee payment will be rejected immediately.
- Strict Receipt Deadline: Hard copy printouts along with attested certificates, testimonials, and forwarding letters must reach the office of the Registrar, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram on or before 03.10.2026. Late or defective applications will be summarily rejected.
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
- OBC0
- EWS0
- SC0
- ST0
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
UGC Academic Level 14 entry pay scale of ₹1,44,200/- up to ₹2,18,200/- per month, along with DA, HRA, and medical allowances as per University rules.
UGC 7th Pay Commission Academic Pay Level 14 (₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200) with applicable state allowances as per Kerala University Statutes.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Visit the official University of Kerala recruitment portal at https://recruit.keralauniversity.ac.in.
- Click on the notification for the post of Registrar (Notification No. 40182/Ad A I/2026/UOK).
- Register and fill out the online application form with personal, educational, teaching, and administrative credentials.
- Pay the registration fee of ₹5,000/- through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application online and take a printout of the submitted form.
- Obtain an official No Objection Certificate (NOC) and forwarding letter from the employer (Manager for Private/Aided College teachers, Director of Collegiate/Technical Education for Govt College teachers, or Registrar for University teachers).
- Enclose self-attested photocopies of certificates, mark sheets, testimonials in proof of age, qualifications, university teaching experience, administrative experience, and fee receipt.
- Send the completed printout packet in an envelope superscribed "Application for the Post of Registrar, University of Kerala" to: The Registrar, University of Kerala, Senate House Campus, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram - 695034 so as to reach on or before 03.10.2026.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Registration Fee: ₹5,000/- (to be paid online through the university recruitment portal). Fee is non-refundable.
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Published
Sep 19, 2026
Starts
Sep 19, 2026
Deadline
Oct 3, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
University of Kerala
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Scrutiny & Eligibility Screening
Selection Committee Interview & Interaction
Syndicate Approval & Document Verification
Applications will be screened by a scrutiny committee to verify adherence to statutory qualifications, 5 years university teaching, and 5 years senior administrative experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Personal Interview and Leadership Interaction before the statutory Selection Committee / Syndicate of the University of Kerala. Final appointment will be confirmed by the Syndicate.
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The last date for online application submission and receipt of physical printouts along with NOC and certificates is 3rd October 2026.
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