CUJ Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Introduction

The Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ) has announced a recruitment drive for the temporary engagement of an Assistant Professor in the Department of English Studies. This is a significant opportunity for eligible candidates seeking to contribute to academic excellence within a central university. The recruitment process involves online registration followed by a walk-in interview. The consolidated remuneration offered is Rs. 57,700/- per month. Interested individuals must ensure they meet the specified educational qualifications and eligibility criteria before proceeding with the application. The last date for online registration is November 3, 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification thoroughly for complete details regarding eligibility, the application process, and interview procedures. The official notification PDF and application link are provided below for easy access.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

The Central University of Jharkhand is recruiting for one (01) post of Assistant Professor (Temporary) in the Department of English Studies. This vacancy is reserved for the Unreserved (UR) category.

Note: The number of vacancies indicated is tentative and the University reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts at the time of selection.

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

Candidates must meet the following essential qualifications to be eligible for the Assistant Professor (Temporary) position:

Eligibility (A or B):

• A.
  • A Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or an equivalent foreign university degree.
  • Additionally, candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by UGC (SLET/SET).
  • Alternatively, candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with UGC Regulations (2009 or 2016) are exempted from NET/SLET/SET. Specific conditions apply for candidates registered for Ph.D. prior to July 11, 2009, requiring certification of regular mode, thesis evaluation by two external examiners, open viva voce, and publication of two research papers (at least one in a refereed journal).
  • NET/SLET/SET is not required for Master's programs in disciplines where these tests are not conducted by UGC/CSIR.
• B. A Ph.D. degree obtained from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking (at any time) by QS, THE, or ARWU.

Specialization/Relevant Discipline:

• NET or Ph.D. in English.
• Master's degree in English/ English Literature/ Linguistics/ Film Studies/ English Language & Literature/ Communicative English/ Translation Studies.

Relaxation in Marks:

• A relaxation of 5% marks (from 55% to 50%) may be provided at the Graduate and Master's level for Scheduled Caste/Tribe/Differently-abled/Other Backward Class (OBC) (Non-creamy layer) categories.
• A relaxation of 5% may be provided from 55% to 50% of the marks to Ph.D. Degree holders who obtained their Master's Degree prior to 19 September 1991.
• Equivalent grades recognized by a university are also considered eligible.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age limit for this recruitment is not specified in the supplied notification.

Application Fee

The application fee details are not specified in the supplied notification.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be engaged on a consolidated remuneration basis. The monthly salary will be Rs. 57,700/- (Rupees fifty seven thousand seven hundred only).

Important Note: Candidates engaged on a consolidated remuneration will not be entitled to residential accommodation, official transport, leave encashment, or any other allowances/facilities admissible to regular employees. However, they will be entitled to 8 days of leave on a pro-rata basis in a calendar year.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Assistant Professor (Temporary) position will be based on a Walk-In-Interview. Candidates are required to register online before attending the interview. The interview will be conducted on 5th November 2026.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates must follow these steps to apply:

1. Online Registration: Candidates must register online using the provided link: Click Here to Register. The Walk-In-Interview will only be held for registered candidates.
2. Attend Walk-In-Interview: Eligible and registered candidates should attend the Walk-In-Interview along with the following:
   • Filled-in downloaded application form (available on the University website: www.cuj.ac.in).
   • Bio-data.
   • All original documents.
   • A photocopy of self-attested documents.
   • Two colour photographs.

Interview Details:

• Date: 5th November 2026
• Reporting Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
• Interview Starts: 10:30 AM onwards
• Venue: Administrative (Block) Building, Central University of Jharkhand, Village: Cheri-Manatu, Kanke Ranchi 835222 (Jharkhand).

Note: The date of the Walk-In-Interview may change, and any such changes will be notified on the University website.

Required Documents

Candidates attending the Walk-In-Interview must bring the following:

• Filled-in downloaded application form (available on the University website).
• Bio-data.
• All original documents.
• A photocopy of self-attested documents.
• Two colour photographs.

For Reserved Categories:

• Candidates claiming reserved posts must clearly state their category.
• They must possess a Caste Certificate issued by the concerned competent authority in the prescribed format (Annexure -III and IV).
• OBC candidates must submit a valid caste certificate of the current financial year as per the Government Proforma.

For PhD Holders:

• Candidates with a Ph.D. Degree awarded as per UGC Regulations (2009 or 2016) must submit a certificate (Annexure – I) from the concerned University confirming compliance with UGC Regulations.
• Candidates registered for Ph.D. prior to July 11, 2009, must submit a certificate (Annexure-II) from the concerned University/Institute as per UGC Regulations (3rd Amendment), 2016.

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

• Online Registration is Mandatory: Ensure you complete the online registration before the deadline of 3rd November 2026. The walk-in interview is only for registered candidates.
• Check Eligibility Carefully: Before applying, thoroughly verify that you meet all the essential educational qualifications and any other eligibility criteria mentioned in the notification.
• Document Verification: Bring all original documents and their self-attested photocopies to the interview. Failure to do so may lead to disqualification.
• OBC Certificate Validity: OBC candidates must ensure their caste certificate is valid for the current financial year and that the caste name exactly matches the central government list. The certificate must be based on the father's caste certificate from his original state of belonging.
• Interview Venue and Time: Note the exact venue and reporting time for the walk-in interview. Arrive punctually.
• Temporary Engagement: Understand that this is a temporary engagement, and the selected candidate will not be entitled to regular employee benefits.
• Check University Website: The University may notify changes to the interview date on its website. Regularly check www.cuj.ac.in for updates.

Official Notification and Application Links

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Assistant Professor post at CUJ?
A1: The last date for online registration is 3rd November 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

Q2: What is the salary for the Assistant Professor (Temporary) position?
A2: The consolidated remuneration is Rs. 57,700/- per month.

Q3: Is NET qualification mandatory for this post?
A3: Yes, a Master's degree with 55% marks and NET/SLET/SET is required, or a Ph.D. degree as per UGC regulations.

Q4: How will candidates be selected?
A4: Selection will be based on a Walk-In-Interview for candidates who have completed the online registration.

Q5: Where will the Walk-In-Interview be held?
A5: The interview will be held at the Administrative (Block) Building, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi.