Designation/Position- Regular Faculty Posts at JNU
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, invites applications for Regular Faculty Posts at JNU from eligible and interested candidates.
About- Jawaharlal Nehru University is a central public university in New Delhi, India. It was established in 1969 and named after Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister. The university is known for leading faculties and research emphasis on liberal arts and applied sciences. Regular Assistant Professor Posts at JNU
Research/Job Area- Various
Candidates are expected to have a strong research background in the specific specialization mentioned against the respective post in the detailed advertisement. The research areas span across Humanities, Social Sciences, International Studies, Sciences, Languages, and Interdisciplinary studies.
| School/Center | Department | Designation | Research Area/Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|
| School of International Studies | Centre for International Trade | Professor / Asst. Prof | International Trade, Economics, etc. |
| School of Language, Literature | Centre for English Studies | Associate Professor | English Literature, Linguistics |
| School of Social Sciences | Centre for Historical Studies | Professor | Ancient, Medieval, or Modern History |
| School of Life Sciences | Life Sciences | Assistant Professor | Molecular Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics |
| Special Centres | Special Centre for Nanoscience | Associate Professor | Nanotechnology, Materials Science |
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Location- New Delhi
Eligibility/Qualification–
The essential qualifications and eligibility criteria are strictly in accordance with the UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges.
- Assistant Professor:
- A Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject.
- Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or the CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC, like SLET/SET.
- Candidates with a Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with the UGC Regulations are exempted from NET/SLET/SET.
- Associate Professor:
- A good academic record, with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant disciplines.
- A Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks.
- A minimum of eight years of experience in teaching and/or research in an academic/research position equivalent to that of an Assistant Professor.
- A minimum of seven publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score as per UGC guidelines.
- Professor:
- An eminent scholar having a Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
- A minimum of ten years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, and/or research experience at an equivalent level.
- A minimum of ten research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score as per UGC guidelines.
Job/Position Description-
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) is inviting online applications from eligible candidates for various regular faculty positions. The university is looking for highly motivated and qualified academicians to fill the roles of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across its diverse Schools, Centers, and Special Centers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a premier institution dedicated to academic excellence and advanced research.
Designation & Pay Scale:
- Professor: Academic Pay Level-14 (Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200/-)
- Associate Professor: Academic Pay Level-13A (Rs. 1,31,400 – 2,17,100/-)
- Assistant Professor: Academic Pay Level – 10 (Rs. 57,700 – 1,82,400/-)
Table of Available Positions and Specializations:
Application Fee:
- ₹ 2000/- (Non-Refundable) for candidates belonging to General, OBC and EWS Category.
- No application fee for SC/ST/PwD and women candidates.
Selected candidates will be responsible for:
- Conducting high-quality teaching at postgraduate and research levels.
- Supervising M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars.
- Engaging in independent, cutting-edge research and publishing in reputed journals.
- Participating in the administrative and academic duties of the Center/School and the University.
- Contributing to curriculum development and university-building activities.
How to Apply-
- Online Portal:Â Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official JNU recruitment portal (usually accessible via the JNU website:Â
jnu.ac.in/career). - Document Upload:Â Upload scanned copies of all required certificates, mark sheets, age proof, category certificate (if applicable), Ph.D. degree, and detailed research publications/API score calculations.
- Application Fee: Pay the prescribed non-refundable application fee via online payment modes (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking). Fee exemptions usually apply for SC/ST/PwD and women candidates as per Government of India rules.
- Submission:Â Submit the application form before the deadline. It is advised to keep a printed copy of the submitted online application for future reference. Hard copies are generally not required to be sent unless specifically mentioned for certain stages.
Last Date for Apply– 15 June 2026
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