Jammu and Kashmir State Eligibility Test Agency, University of Kashmir
Contractual / Regular

KU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Sourced from Official Government PDF
Sep. 25, 2026
Contractual Assistant Professor (Computer Science & Engineering)

Required Qualification

B.Tech182
M.Tech115
Ph.D103
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
Various / Not Disclosed
Pay Scale
Consolidated Monthly Remuneration
Age Limit
As per University Norms
Job Location
Jammu & Kashmir16Srinagar6

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 25, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 25, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window25 – 30 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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

Educational Qualification

Contractual Assistant Professor (Computer Science & Engineering):
• Essential: B.E./B.Tech and M.E./M.Tech in a relevant branch of Engineering with first class in any one of the two degrees (as per AICTE regulations dated March 1, 2019).
• Alternative: Direct Ph.D. degree after B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline from a recognized University or Institute of National Importance (IITs/IISc/NITs, etc.) with at least first class at Bachelor's level, OR Ph.D. from a top-500 World University (QS, THE, ARWU).
• Desirable: Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age criteria as per University of Kashmir and AICTE/UGC guidelines.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Online Application Submission & Physical Hard Copy Verification

Hybrid (Online Form + Physical Submission)Qualifying Only

Shortlisting & Academic Scoring (UGC/AICTE Criteria)

Document ScrutinyQualifying Only

Personal Interview

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is based on candidate qualification scrutiny and personal interview conducted by the University Selection Committee at the School of Engineering, Zakura Campus. No written examination is conducted. Shortlisting and merit ranking are determined by academic credentials (UG, PG, Ph.D.), research publications, and interview performance.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Evaluation Component15 MarksEvaluation of academic percentage/CGPA in Bachelor's degree
Evaluation Component25 MarksEvaluation of academic percentage/CGPA in Master's degree
Evaluation Component30 MarksAwarded Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering per UGC/AICTE regulations
Evaluation Component10 MarksScored based on peer-reviewed journals and relevant teaching tenure
Evaluation Component20 MarksDomain knowledge, teaching aptitude, and pedagogical presentation before committee

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.

The Institute of Technology (IOT), Zakura Campus is a premier engineering constituent of the University of Kashmir. Contractual Assistant Professors handle core B.Tech Computer Science course instruction, laboratory sessions, project guidance, and continuous internal evaluations. Academic timings align with university operational hours (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Saturday).

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The appointment is purely an academic arrangement on a need basis for Academic Session 2026, terminating automatically at the end of the session or when posts are filled on a substantive basis. As per the required legal undertaking, appointees have no right to claim continuation, regularization, or permanent absorption.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As this is a session-based contractual academic engagement, there is no direct promotional ladder. However, teaching experience at a NAAC A++ accredited university earns valuable API points for regular faculty appointments across Indian universities.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Mandatory Dual Submission: Online application must be submitted by September 30, 2026, AND the physical hard copy with all attachments must reach the Office of the Dean, School of Engineering, Zakura Campus by October 1, 2026.
  • Judicial Magistrate Affidavit: Selected candidates must submit an undertaking sworn before a 1st Class Judicial Magistrate confirming no claim for regularization and declaring non-employment in any other government or semi-government organization.
  • Qualification-Linked Pay: Monthly wages are determined strictly by the qualification (M.Tech vs Ph.D.) possessed on the cutoff date.
  • Non-Refundable Fee: ₹250/- application fee must be deposited strictly via online mode.
  • Check Interview Schedule: Candidates must stay in direct contact with the Office of the Dean, School of Engineering, as interview dates and times are notified directly via the university portal.

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

  • Contractual Assistant Professor (Computer Science & Engineering - IOT Zakura)Need Based / Not Disclosed
Total VacanciesVarious / Not Disclosed

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Wages of appointees are fixed on the basis of qualification possessed as on the cutoff/last date for submission of applications as per University of Kashmir norms for academic arrangements.

Wages fixed based on qualification possessed (Ph.D. / M.Tech) as per University of Kashmir academic arrangement rules.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Visit the official University of Kashmir recruitment portal (https://www.kashmiruniversity.net).
  2. Complete the online application form for Contractual Assistant Professor (Computer Science & Engineering, Post ID: IOT-IOT-9) between September 25, 2026 and September 30, 2026.
  3. Deposit the prescribed application fee of ₹250/- online.
  4. Download and print the completed application form.
  5. Submit the hard copy of the downloaded application form along with self-attested copies of all relevant degrees, mark sheets, and certificates to the Office of the Dean, School of Engineering, Zakura, Srinagar on or before October 1, 2026.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

• Application Fee: ₹250/- for all applicants, payable strictly via online mode.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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The online application deadline is September 30, 2026. The hard copy with requisite documents must reach the Office of the Dean, School of Engineering, Zakura Campus by October 1, 2026.

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