Candidates must possess qualifications strictly as per Punjabi University, Patiala and UGC guidelines: Master's Degree in Sociology with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) and cleared UGC-NET in Sociology or holding an eligible Ph.D. Degree awarded per UGC Regulations.
Contractual / RegularSep. 10, 2026
University College Ghudda Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview for Assistant Professor (Sociology) Post
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Sep. 10, 2026Assistant Professor (Sociology) / Guest Faculty
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Published
Sep 10, 2026
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Starts
Sep 10, 2026
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Deadline
Sep 17, 2026
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Exam Date
Sep 18, 2026
Application Window10 – 17 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date18 Sep 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
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Age criteria as applicable under Punjabi University, Patiala and Government of Punjab higher education rules.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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Walk-in Interview & Teaching Demo
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Selection is based strictly on performance in the Walk-in Interview and academic merit evaluation as per UGC / Punjabi University Patiala guidelines. The Walk-in Interview is scheduled for 18 September 2026 at 10:30 AM at the campus of University College, Ghudda (Bathinda). No written examination is conducted.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Area / Component | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|
| Academic Credentials (Graduation & Post-Graduation) | Evaluation of marks percentage in B.A. and M.A. Sociology per UGC Table 3A criteria. |
| National Qualifications (UGC-NET / JRF / Ph.D.) | Weightage for UGC-NET / JRF qualification or Ph.D. degree in Sociology. |
| Research Publications & Teaching Experience | Assessment of published papers in peer-reviewed/UGC-CARE journals and prior college-level teaching experience. |
| Walk-in Interview & Communication Skills | Performance in personal interview assessing subject mastery, research aptitude, and pedagogy. |
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University College, Ghudda is a rural constituent college established by Punjabi University, Patiala to expand higher education opportunities in the Malwa region of Punjab. Guest faculty under PTA funds handle undergraduate sociology lectures, guide student assignments, conduct internal evaluations, and participate in academic events. Instruction is primarily conducted bilingually in Punjabi and English.
Posting & Transfer Policy
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The appointment is purely temporary and ad-hoc on a guest lecturer basis for Academic Session 2026-27 under the college PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) fund. The position automatically concludes at the end of the academic session or when permanent appointments are made, conferring no right to regular absorption.
Career & Promotion Ladder
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As an ad-hoc PTA guest appointment, there is no internal promotion ladder or seniority progression. Nonetheless, certified teaching tenure in a Punjabi University constituent college provides vital Academic Performance Indicator (API) score points for future regular Assistant Professor selections in Punjab universities and PSC recruitments.
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- Strict Advance Submission Deadline: Applications with CV and testimonials must be submitted by 17 September 2026 (5:00 PM) by hand or via email to [email protected] prior to the walk-in interview.
- Walk-in Interview Mandate: Candidates must report in person to University College Ghudda (Bathinda) campus on 18 September 2026 at 10:30 AM with all original degrees, mark sheets, and photocopies.
- Purely Temporary Arrangement: The position is funded under the college PTA fund for 2026-27 session and confers no right or claim for regular university employment.
- Zero TA/DA: No travel allowance or dearness allowance will be paid for attending the walk-in interview.
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
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Total Vacancies1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Remuneration is paid on a monthly or lecture basis strictly according to Punjabi University, Patiala PTA Fund regulations for the 2026-27 academic session.
Payable as per Punjabi University, Patiala / College PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) fund rules on purely temporary lecture/contract basis for Academic Session 2026-27.
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Application Procedure
- Prepare an application/resume along with self-attested copies of academic certificates, degrees, UGC-NET/Ph.D. proof, and experience documents.
- Submit the application and documents on or before 17 September 2026 by 5:00 PM either by hand at the college office (University College, Ghudda, Bathinda) or via email to [email protected].
- Attend the Walk-in Interview at the College Campus on 18 September 2026 at 10:30 AM with original documents, biodata, and photocopies.
- No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
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Published
Sep 10, 2026
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Deadline
Sep 17, 2026
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Exam Date
Sep 18, 2026
Application Window10 – 17 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date18 Sep 2026
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Document Screening & Eligibility Verification
Offline / Online EmailQualifying Only
Walk-in Interview & Teaching Demo
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection is based strictly on performance in the Walk-in Interview and academic merit evaluation as per UGC / Punjabi University Patiala guidelines. The Walk-in Interview is scheduled for 18 September 2026 at 10:30 AM at the campus of University College, Ghudda (Bathinda). No written examination is conducted.
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Selection is conducted through a Walk-in Interview held on 18 September 2026 at 10:30 AM at University College Ghudda (Bathinda). No written test will be conducted; candidates are evaluated on academic merit, UGC-NET/Ph.D. credentials, and interview performance.
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