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Panjab University Guest Faculty Jobs 2026

Chandigarh · Panjab University

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Job Summary

BoardPanjab University
StateChandigarh
QualificationAny Post Graduate
SalaryRs. 1,500/- per lecture (ceiling of Rs. 50,000/- per month)
Apply ModeOnline
Last Date23 Oct 2026
Apply on Official Website

Source & Verification

All details on this page come from the official recruitment notification published by Panjab University (advertisement no. –) — posted . You can check the original notification PDF here. Where a detail is not mentioned in that notification, it is clearly marked as not specified.

Introduction

Panjab University, Chandigarh, has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Guest Faculty in the subject of Commerce. This opportunity is for the academic session (odd semester) within the Department of Evening Studies – Multi Disciplinary Research Centre (DES-MDRC). The university is seeking qualified candidates to fill one vacancy. The application process requires candidates to submit a filled application form along with necessary documents to the specified office. It is important for all interested applicants to carefully review the official notification for complete details regarding eligibility criteria, the application procedure, and other essential instructions before submitting their application. The last date to submit applications is October 23, 2026. Please note that the official notification PDF contains the definitive information for this recruitment.

Panjab University Guest Faculty Recruitment Overview

Recruiting OrganisationPost NameTotal VacanciesApplication ModeLocationOfficial Website
Panjab UniversityGuest Faculty (Commerce)01OfflineChandigarhpuchd.ac.in

Important Dates

ActivityDate
Application Last Date23 October 2026

Vacancy Details

A total of 01 vacancy is available for the post of Guest Faculty in Commerce.

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

To be eligible for the Guest Faculty position in Commerce, candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • A Master's degree in Commerce from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University.
  • A good academic record with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/Physically & Visually Handicapped candidates) or an equivalent grade at the Master's degree level.
  • Candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC in Commerce, or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET.

Exemptions for Ph.D. Holders: Candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the University Grant Commission (Minimum standard and Procedure for Award of Ph.D Degree) Regulations, 2009, or subsequent regulations, are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement. However, specific conditions related to the Ph.D. award (regular mode, external examiners, publications, presentations, viva-voce) must be fulfilled and certified by the competent authority.

Age Limit and Relaxation

Age limit details are not specified in the supplied notification.

Application Fee

Application fee details are not specified in the supplied notification.

Salary and Pay Scale

The appointment as Guest Faculty is on a lecture basis with an honorarium of Rs. 1,500/- per lecture. There is a monthly ceiling of Rs. 50,000/-.

Selection Process

The selection process details are not fully specified. The date of the interview will be intimated later via the email ID provided in the application form. No TA/DA will be paid for the interview.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates must follow these steps to apply:

  1. Download the application form (Pages 1 to 12) from the Panjab University website under employment/jobs or via the provided link.
  2. Fill out the application form completely.
  3. Submit two (02) copies of the complete application form along with self-attested copies of all relevant certificates and documents.
  4. The complete application package must be submitted to the office of DES-MDRC by the last date.

Required Documents

Applicants are required to submit self-attested copies of all relevant certificates and documents along with their application form.

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

Candidates should ensure they fill out the application form accurately and completely. A common mistake might be not submitting the required two copies of the application form or failing to attach all necessary self-attested documents. Ensure that the application reaches the office of DES-MDRC by the deadline of 23.10.2026. The application form is available on the Panjab University website.

Official Notification and Application Links

Relevant FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Guest Faculty position?
A1: The last date for submission of applications is 23 October 2026.

Q2: What is the educational qualification required?
A2: A Master's degree in Commerce with UGC-NET in Commerce is required. Ph.D. holders may be exempted under specific conditions.

Q3: What is the salary for the Guest Faculty post?
A3: The honorarium is Rs. 1,500/- per lecture, with a monthly ceiling of Rs. 50,000/-.

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Note: Verify all details from the official notification before applying.