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University of Kashmir Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 29 Posts

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Aug. 22, 2026
Assistant Professor (Arabic)Assistant Professor (Bio-Chemistry)Assistant Professor (Bio-Informatics)Assistant Professor (Bio-Technology)Assistant Professor (Centre of Central Asian Studies - Archaeology)Assistant Professor (Centre of Central Asian Studies - Economics)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
29
Pay Scale
₹57.7K - ₹1.82L / mo
Age Limit
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Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 6, 2026

2

Starts

Aug 10, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 9, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window10 Aug – 9 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

Essential Qualifications: Master's degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD) in the concerned/relevant/allied discipline from a recognized Indian or foreign university, along with UGC/CSIR-NET or JKSET qualification.

Exemptions: Candidates awarded a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations 2009/2016 (with MSP certificate) or Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 of QS/THE/ARWU world rankings are exempted from NET/SET.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age limit is governed by the statutes of the University of Kashmir and UGC guidelines for teaching faculty appointments.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Online Application Submission & Fee Deposit

OnlineQualifying Only

Hard Copy Submission at Main Campus Srinagar

OfflineQualifying Only

UGC 100-Point Academic Score Shortlisting

OnlineQualifying Only

Personal Interview before University Selection Committee

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is conducted through a multi-stage academic evaluation process:

  1. Online Submission: Candidates apply online at http://www.kashmiruniversity.net by 09-09-2026 (04:00 PM).
  2. Mandatory Hard Copy Delivery: Printout of the application form with auto-generated serial numbers, self-attested documents, and fee receipt must reach Room No. 106, New Administrative Block, Main Campus, Hazratbal, Srinagar - 190006 by 14-09-2026.
  3. Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on the UGC 100-point table (Academic Score 80, Research Publications 10, Teaching/Post-doc Experience 10). A maximum of 20 candidates per single post (+5 for each additional post) are shortlisted.
  4. Personal Interview: Final selection is based exclusively on the candidate's performance in the interview before the University Selection Committee.

Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix

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Multi-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria
Academic Credentials (Graduation, PG, M.Phil, Ph.D.)
Research Publications in UGC-CARE / Peer-Reviewed Journals
Teaching / Post-Doctoral Research Experience
Personal Interview (Selection 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.

University of Kashmir, situated on the picturesque Hazratbal campus overlooking Dal Lake in Srinagar, is Jammu & Kashmir's premier NAAC 'A++' accredited university. Assistant Professors engage in postgraduate instruction, doctoral guidance, and university governance. Duties involve curriculum development, research grants from UGC/ICSSR/SERB, and mandatory publication in UGC-CARE and Scopus indexed journals. Service carries transferability across satellite campuses (South Campus Anantnag, North Campus Baramulla, and Kupwara).

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Permanent regular faculty appointment under Kashmir & Jammu Universities Act, 1969, subject to a probationary period with mandatory research project execution.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Governed by UGC Career Advancement Scheme (CAS): Assistant Professor (Academic Level 10, ₹57,700) -> Senior Scale (Level 11, ₹68,900) -> Selection Grade (Level 12, ₹79,800) -> Associate Professor (Level 13A, ₹1,31,400) -> Professor (Level 14, ₹1,44,200).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Mandatory Hard Copy Submission by 14-09-2026: Submitting only the online form is insufficient. A printed, signed copy of the application form with auto-generated serial numbers and self-attested documents must reach Room No. 106, New Administrative Block, Main Campus, Hazratbal, Srinagar - 190006 by 14th September 2026. Non-receipt leads to summary rejection.
  • Online Submission Deadline: Online application portal closes at 04:00 PM on 09th September 2026.
  • Mandatory J&K SET or UGC NET: Candidates without Ph.D. must hold UGC-CSIR NET or JKSET.
  • MSP Certificate for Ph.D. Holders: Candidates claiming NET exemption through Ph.D. must produce a Minimum Standards Certificate (MSP) from their awarding university in compliance with UGC Regulations 2009/2016.
  • S.O. 305 Reservation Verification: Reservation is strictly governed by J&K UT S.O. 305 dated 21.05.2024. Non-creamy layer OBC certificates must be issued after 01.04.2026.

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

  • Open Merit (OM)11
  • Scheduled Tribe - 1 (ST-1)4
  • Scheduled Tribe - 2 (ST-2)3
  • Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)3
  • Line of Actual Control / International Border (LAC/IB)3
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC)2
  • Scheduled Caste (SC)2
  • Residents of Backward Area (RBA)1
Total Vacancies29

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Central 7th CPC Pay Matrix Academic Level-10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400/-) plus admissible allowances under University of Kashmir regulations. The positions are permanent with transferability across satellite campuses.

Pay Matrix Academic Level-10 of 7th CPC (₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400/-) plus applicable DA, HRA, and allowances under University of Kashmir statutes.

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How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  • Step 1: Visit www.kashmiruniversity.net and click on the 'Jobs/Recruitment' link. Read the detailed instructions before proceeding.
  • Step 2: Register as an applicant, remembering your Username and Password for future reference. A valid Email ID and Mobile Number are required.
  • Step 3: After successful registration, Login to the system using your Username and Password.
  • Step 4: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, experience, etc. Preview the form, make corrections if needed, and then Submit. No editing is allowed after final submission. Print out the application form and note the Form No.
  • Step 5: Select payment mode and deposit the application fee of Rs. 1200/- through Online mode only. (PwD candidates are exempted).
  • Hard Copy Submission: Submit a print-out of the online-submitted application form along with all duly numbered enclosures and the online payment acknowledgement. This complete set must be properly bound and sent either personally or through Speed Post/Registered Post to: Room No.106, New Administrative Block, Main Campus, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar-190006, UT of J&K.
  • The envelope containing the Application Form must be super-scribed as “Application for the post of ............ Post ID ........” and reach by or before the last date.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Application Fee: ₹ 1,200/- payable through online mode only.

Exemption: Persons with benchmark disabilities (PwD) are exempted from payment of the application fee.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

Direct links to the authorized government portal, official notification PDF, and career portal.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

5 Queries Resolved

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

The online application closes on 09th September 2026 (at 04:00 PM). The physical printout of the application form with all enclosures must reach Room No. 106, New Administrative Block, Main Campus, Hazratbal, Srinagar by 14th September 2026.

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