AMU Guest Teacher Recruitment 2026 Announced
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has released a recruitment notice for the post of Guest Teacher in the Department of Linguistics. This is a teaching position offered on an honorarium basis for the Academic Session 2026-27.
Job Highlights
Organization: Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
Post Name: Guest Teacher
Department: Linguistics
Location: Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
Academic Session: 2026-27
Vacancy Details
There is one post of Guest Teacher announced in the Department of Linguistics.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following essential qualifications to be eligible for the Guest Teacher post:
Option A:
- A Master's degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Linguistics or LAMM from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University.
- Candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC/CSIR, or a similar test like SLET/SET.
- Alternatively, candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016 (and amendments) are exempted from NET/SLET/SET. Specific conditions for Ph.D. awardees (regular mode, thesis evaluation, viva-voce, publications, presentations) must be met and certified by the Registrar/Controller of Examinations.
- NET/SLET/SET is not required for Master's programs where these tests are not conducted by UGC/CSIR.
Option B:
- A Ph.D. degree obtained from a foreign university/institution that is ranked among the top 500 in the World University Rankings (at any time) by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), The Times Higher Education (THE), or Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).
Age Limit
Not specified in the official notification.
Salary / Honorarium
The honorarium will be Rs. 1,500 per lecture, with a maximum limit of Rs. 50,000/- per month.
Application Fee
The non-refundable processing fee for each application form is Rs. 500/-. This fee must be paid online.
PwD candidates are exempted from paying the processing fee if they upload an authentic Disability Certificate on the prescribed proforma.
Important Dates
Last Date for Online Application Submission: 03/10/2026
Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy (Print Version) of Application Form: 10/10/2026
Selection Process
The selection process will involve scrutiny of applications and a walk-in interview. The list of eligible candidates for the interview, along with the date and time, will be displayed on the website of the Department of Linguistics, AMU, Aligarh. No separate interview letter will be issued. Candidates called for the interview will not be paid TA/DA.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the Careers Portal of Aligarh Muslim University.
- Fill out the application form only in the Online Mode on the AMU Careers Portal.
- Submit a separate application form for each post if applying for multiple positions.
- Pay the non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 500/- online.
- After successful online submission, take a printout of the application form.
- Paste a recent photograph and sign the application form at the designated place.
- Attach attested copies of all relevant documents.
- Send the complete application form by post to: "Office of the Chairperson, Department of Linguistics, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh-202002".
- Ensure the cover is superscribed with the post applied for, advertisement number, and date.
Documents Required
Self-attested copies of the following documents are mandatory to be enclosed with the application form:
- High School Certificate from a Recognized Board.
- Mark-sheet and Degree of Graduation.
- Mark-sheet and Degree of Post-Graduation.
- Certificate of NET, JRF, SLET/SET, CSIR, etc. (as applicable).
- M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree (wherever applicable).
- Experience Certificates (wherever applicable).
Note: For candidates with a Madarsa background, certificates equivalent to High School or Graduation from recognized Madaris/Institutions will be considered.
Important Instructions
- Applications are invited from Indian Nationals and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) Cardholders.
- Qualifications and experience will be reckoned as on the last date of application submission.
- The University reserves the right to alter, correct, or cancel the advertisement.
- The number and nature of posts may vary.
- The University may restrict the number of candidates called for interview.
- Incomplete applications or applications without necessary documents will be rejected.
- Candidates facing difficulties while filling the form can refer to the User Manual or contact the Help Desk.
- Regularly visit the Careers Portal for updates.
- It is advised to complete the application proactively rather than waiting until the last date.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for the AMU Guest Teacher post? The last date for online application submission is 03/10/2026, and the last date for submitting the hard copy is 10/10/2026. What is the application fee for the Guest Teacher position? The application fee is Rs. 500/-. PwD candidates are exempted if they submit a valid Disability Certificate. What are the essential qualifications for the Guest Teacher post? Candidates need a Master's degree with 55% marks in Linguistics/LAMM and NET/SLET/SET, or a Ph.D. as per UGC regulations. Alternatively, a Ph.D. from a top-ranked foreign university is accepted. What is the salary for the Guest Teacher at AMU? The honorarium is Rs. 1,500 per lecture, with a maximum monthly limit of Rs. 50,000/-. How will candidates be selected? Selection will be based on application scrutiny and a walk-in interview. The list of eligible candidates will be displayed on the department's website.