Contractual / Regular

Madras University Officers Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 30, 2026
Controller of ExaminationsProfessor cum Director (CDOE)Dean (College Development Council)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
03 Posts
Pay Scale
Pay Level 14 (₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200)
Age Limit
Up to 55 - 57 Years as on 16.10.2026

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 30, 2026

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Starts

Sep 30, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window30 Sep – 16 Oct 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

1. Controller of Examinations: Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks and minimum 15 years of teaching/research experience (including 8 years as Reader / Associate Professor in Pay Level 13A) with educational administration experience; OR 15 years of administrative experience (including 8 years as Deputy Registrar or equivalent). Ph.D. is desirable. Age ≤ 55 years.

2. Professor cum Director (CDOE): Ph.D. with minimum 10 peer-reviewed research publications, research score ≥ 120 (UGC Table 2), and at least 10 years of teaching/research experience as Assistant/Associate/Professor with doctoral guidance track record. Age ≤ 57 years.

3. Dean (College Development Council): Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST), Ph.D., and at least 15 years of teaching/research experience, including at least 2 years as Head of Department or Principal of a recognized college. Age ≤ 55 years.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit as on 16.10.2026: 55 years for Controller of Examinations and Dean-CDC; 57 years for Professor cum Director, CDOE.

Check Your Age Eligibility

Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Scrutiny & UGC Academic/Research Score Shortlisting

Document Verification of 8 Submitted Sets & Research Score (Table 2)Qualifying Only

Personal Interview

In-Person before Selection Committee / SyndicateMerit Scored

Selection will be made on the basis of candidate credentials, UGC Research Score (Appendix II, Table 2), administrative track record, and performance in the Personal Interview before the statutory Selection Committee / Syndicate of the University of Madras. Decision of the Syndicate is final.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Excellence, Publications & UGC Research Score (Table 2)40 MarksEvaluation of Ph.D. research quality, refereed journal publications, citation metrics, patents, policy documents, and doctoral guidance record.
Administrative Track Record & Higher Education Governance35 MarksAssessment of leadership experience in university examination administration, distance education curriculum delivery, or college affiliation management.
Vision for Institutional Development & Syndicate Interview25 MarksStrategic vision presentation for modernization, digital evaluation security, NAAC/NIRF benchmarks, and interactive interview with the Syndicate panel.

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.

Prestigious academic and administrative leadership roles at the historic University of Madras (Chepauk Campus, Chennai). The Controller of Examinations heads the examination wing, overseeing confidential question setting, evaluation secrecy, tabulation, and degree certification for affiliated institutions. The Professor cum Director (CDOE) leads distance education operations, digital LMS platforms, and UGC-DEB regulatory compliance. The Dean (CDC) acts as the bridge between university governance and hundreds of affiliated arts, science, and professional colleges.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Tenure appointments: Controller of Examinations and Professor cum Director (CDOE) are appointed for an initial tenure of 2 years (extendable by 1 year). Dean (CDC) is appointed for a tenure of 3 years. Appointees do not hold permanent absorption rights in the university cadre.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Top-tier professorial and statutory executive positions in Pay Level 14 (₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200). These roles carry statutory authority in University bodies (Senate, Academic Council, Syndicate) and provide premier administrative credentials for vice-chancellor selections across state and central universities in India.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Physical Submission of 8 Copies: The university mandates the submission of 8 physical copies of the filled application with complete documentation; applications sent via email or fax are summarily rejected.
  • Strict Receipt Deadline: Filled-in application packets must reach the Convener, VC-Convener Committee, University of Madras on or before 16.10.2026.
  • Proper Channel Routing: In-service candidates must forward their applications through proper channel to ensure eligibility for the interview.
  • Demand Draft Requirement: Application fee of ₹500/- (₹250/- for SC/ST/DAP) must be enclosed as a Demand Draft in favor of 'The Registrar, University of Madras', payable at Chennai.

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

  • Controller of Examinations1
  • Professor cum Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education1
  • Dean-College Development Council1
Total Vacancies03 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

UGC Pay Matrix Level 14 (₹1,44,200/- to ₹2,18,200/-) for Professor cum Director and Dean CDC. For COE, pay fixation is based on last pay drawn as per G.O.Ms.No.145.

UGC Pay Matrix Level 14 (₹1,44,200/- to ₹2,18,200/-) for Professor cum Director (CDOE) and Dean (CDC). For Controller of Examinations, pay will be fixed with reference to the last pay drawn in the primary cadre as per G.O.Ms.No.145.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Download the official application form, coding sheet, and Appendix-II Table 2 from the University website: http://www.unom.ac.in.
  2. Obtain a Demand Draft for ₹500/- (₹250/- for SC/SC-A/ST/DAP candidates) drawn in favor of “The Registrar, University of Madras”, payable at Chennai.
  3. Fill out the prescribed application form and prepare 8 complete sets of the application with self-attested photocopies of all supporting enclosures:
    • Proof of age (attested copy of first page of SSLC Book).
    • Academic qualification certificates and degrees (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D.).
    • Teaching, research, and educational administration experience certificates (with Form 16 / ITR).
    • Reprints of publications and Appendix-II Table 2 research score documentation.
    • Community certificate (for fee concession/reservation).
    • Names and contact details of two academic referees.
  4. In-service candidates must route their application through proper channel (advance copies may be sent).
  5. Send the completed application packet in an envelope superscribed “Application for the post of [Name of Post]” to:
    The Convener, VC-Convener Committee (by designation only)
    University of Madras, Centenary Buildings
    Chepauk, Chennai – 600 005, Tamil Nadu
  6. Applications must be received on or before 16.10.2026.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

General / OBC / Others: ₹500/-
SC / SC-A / ST / Differently Abled Persons (DAP): ₹250/-
Payment Mode: Demand Draft drawn in favor of 'The Registrar, University of Madras', payable at Chennai.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

The University of Madras has advertised three statutory/senior positions: Controller of Examinations (1 Post), Professor cum Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education (1 Post), and Dean-College Development Council (1 Post).

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