SGGU Recruitment 2026: Professor, Associate Professor Jobs

Shri Govind Guru University Recruitment 2026 Announced

Shri Govind Guru University (SGGU), Godhra has released a recruitment notification for the posts of Professor and Associate Professor. This recruitment is part of a special drive for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD-A) category candidates.

Job Highlights

The university is looking to fill vacancies in specific departments. This is a second attempt at recruitment for these specialized posts.

• Post Names: Professor (Botany), Associate Professor (Mathematics)
• Department: Botany (for Professor), Mathematics (for Associate Professor)
• Category: PwBD-A (Persons with Benchmark Disability - Category A)
• Recruitment Type: Special Recruitment Drive (Second Attempt)
• Location: Godhra, Gujarat

Important Dates

Candidates must note the following important dates for the application process:

It is advised to submit the hard copy well before the last date to avoid any delays.

Vacancy Details

The university has announced a limited number of vacancies for these specialized posts:

• Professor: 01 Post (Botany, PwBD-A Category)
• Associate Professor: 01 Post (Mathematics, PwBD-A Category)

This recruitment is for the second attempt under a special drive for disabled candidates.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the specific educational and experience requirements for each post. For the Associate Professor position, only PwBD-A category candidates with specific disabilities mentioned in the advertisement are eligible.

Candidates must meet either of the following criteria:

A. Academic Route:

• A Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
• Published work of high quality, actively engaged in research with at least 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals.
• A total research score of 120 as per UGC Regulations-2018 (Appendix II, Table 2).
• A minimum of ten years of teaching experience in a university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, or equivalent research experience at a national level institution.
• Evidence of successfully guiding a doctoral candidate.

B. Professional Route:

• An outstanding professional with a Ph.D. degree in the relevant/allied/applied disciplines from any academic institution or industry.
• Made significant contributions to knowledge in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline, supported by documentary evidence.
• A minimum of ten years of experience.

• A good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant Disciplines.
• A Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade).
• A minimum of eight years of experience in teaching and/or research in a position equivalent to Assistant Professor in a University, College, or Accredited Research Institution/industry.
• A minimum of seven publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals.
• A total research score of seventy-five (75) as per UGC Regulations-2018 (Appendix II, Table 2).

Note: Experience gained as honorary/Part-Time/Visiting/Trainee/Adjunct faculties will not be considered.

Age Limit

Not specified in the official notification.

Application Fee

The prescribed application fee is Rs. Not specified in the official notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

The Pay Scales and other salary benefits will be as per the approval by the Government of Gujarat.

Selection Process

The recruitment process will involve an interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their applications and eligibility. Interview call letters will be sent to registered emails only.

This is a second attempt recruitment drive for PwBD-A candidates. The process has two phases for this second attempt. In the first phase, recruitment is based on the benchmark disability category. In the second phase, all physically disabled candidates can participate for remaining vacant posts.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online and then submit a hard copy of their application.

1. Online Application: Register and submit your application online through the university website: www.sggu.ac.in/recruitment.
2. Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online.
3. Hard Copy Submission: Submit four hard copies of the application, along with self-attested supporting documents, to the Office of the Registrar.

The envelope must be superscribed with "Application for the Post of...". Applications must be sent by RPAD/SPEED POST ONLY to the following address:

The Office of the Registrar,
Shri Govind Guru University,
At. Vinzol, Post. Kakanpur,
Ta. Godhra, Dist. Panchmahals,
Gujarat-388713

Applications will not be accepted through courier or in person.

Documents Required

Candidates must attach self-attested copies of the following documents with their hard copy application, sequenced as per the checklist:

• Duly filled application form
• Annexure - I (Table-2: Methodology for Academic/Research Score)
• Annexure - II (Check List)
• Annexure - III (Endorsement by the employer, if applicable)
• Leaving Certificate
• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS category)
• Non-creamy layer certificate (for SEBC Category)
• 10th Marksheet and Certificate
• 12th Marksheet and Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree Marksheet and Certificate
• Master's Degree Marksheet and Certificate
• NET / JRF / SLET / SET / Equivalent Certificate(s)
• M. Phil. Marksheet and Degree Certificate (if applicable)
• Ph. D. Degree Award / Certificate
• Other relevant documents as per the checklist.

For PwBD candidates, a relevant Disability Certificate issued by the competent authority is required.

Important Instructions

• Candidates must possess the required qualifications on the last date of the online application.
• No updates or additions will be accepted after the last date for submission.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected without notice.
• The eligibility list will be published on the university website.
• Any corrigendum or addendum will be uploaded only on the official website.
• For any clarification, candidates can write to the university.
• If an applicant is employed, they must submit a 'NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE' from their employer at the time of the interview if the application through the proper channel is not received by the last date.

FAQs

Q1: What posts are available in the SGGU recruitment?
A1: The recruitment is for Professor (Botany) and Associate Professor (Mathematics).

Q2: What is the last date to apply online for SGGU jobs?
A2: The last date for online application and fee payment is 11th October 2026.

Q3: Is this recruitment open to all candidates?
A3: No, this is a special recruitment drive for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD-A) category candidates.

Q4: What is the required qualification for Associate Professor?
A4: A Master's Degree with at least 55% marks, a Ph.D. Degree, a minimum of eight years of teaching/research experience, and at least seven publications are required.

Q5: How should I submit the application?
A5: You need to apply online first and then submit four hard copies of the application with supporting documents via RPAD/SPEED POST ONLY.

Official Notification & Links

For more details, please refer to the official notification and website:

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here