SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 32 Posts
Important details
| Name of post | SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 32 Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kollam |
| Advertisement no. | RECN/108/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 32 posts |
| Posted on | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 12 Oct 2026 |
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Application Fee
The non-refundable application fee is Rs. 1,000/- for General / OBC applicants and Rs. 500/- for SC / ST / PwBD applicants.
Age Limit
- Upper age limit relaxations are applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates in accordance with Government of Kerala Rules and UGC Norms.
Total Post
32 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| Arabic | 3 |
| Hindi | 1 |
| English | 2 |
| Political Science | 1 |
| Psychology | 1 |
| Sociology | 1 |
| Economics | 1 |
| Social work (BSW & MSW) | 5 |
| Public Administration (BA& MA) | 3 |
| Commerce | 1 |
| Business Studies | 1 |
| Computer Science (BCA, MCA, BSc Data Science) | 2 |
| Philosophy | 1 |
| Library Science | 3 |
| Mathematics (MSc) | 3 |
| Multimedia (BSc) | 3 |
| Total | 32 |
Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (on contract) | Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a concerned / relevant / allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University. For Computer Science and Data Science & Analytics (Sl.No. 12), candidates with Masters of Technology shall be considered (as per AICTE norms) in addition to Master of Science. Eligibility also requires clearing the National Eligibility Test (NET) in the relevant discipline conducted by UGC or CSIR or SLET/SET, OR having a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations. |
Pay and Terms
- Selected candidates will receive a consolidated pay of Rs. 50,000/- per month. The nature of the appointment is strictly on a contract basis. Reservation, relaxations, and concessions apply as per the rules of the Government of Kerala and UGC regulations. Upper age limit is 50 years as on 01/01/2026, with usual relaxation for SC/ST and OBC as per Government of Kerala Rules and UGC Norms.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph and specimen signature
- Matriculation / Higher Secondary certificate (proof of date of birth)
- Marksheets and degree certificates of Bachelor's, Master's, and where applicable Ph.D.
- Valid NET certificate, OR Ph.D. notification/certificate with UGC-Regulations compliance certificate from awarding University
- Caste / PwBD certificate in the prescribed format issued by competent authority, where claimed
- Experience certificates, list of publications with proofs (ISSN/ISBN/DOI), and duly filled Academic/Research Score (API/PBAS) proforma
- Proof of application-fee payment and No Objection Certificate (for in-service candidates)
More Details
- Department-wise Vacancies
How to Apply for SGOU Assistant Professor
- Apply online through the University recruitment portal at https://sgou.ac.in/.
- Fill in all particulars and upload legible copies of required documents.
- Remit the registration fee online (Account No. 3614010035599, IFSC: UBIN0536148, Branch - Union Bank, Kollam -1).
- Take a printout of the completed application, affix photograph, sign it, attach self-attested copies of all credentials.
- Send the printout by post to: The Registrar, Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kureepuzha, Kollam, Kerala superscribing the envelope 'Application for the post of Assistant Professor — [Discipline], Notification No. [•]'.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here sgou.ac.in |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download content.sgou.ac.in |
| Official Website | Click Here sgou.ac.in |
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | Online Application Portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Complete Notification Document |
| Official Website | Sreenarayanaguru Open University Website |
Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are there in SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 32 Posts?
There are 32 posts in total.
What is the age limit for SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 32 Posts?
Upper age limit relaxations are applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates in accordance with Government of Kerala Rules and UGC Norms.
What qualification is needed for SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 32 Posts?
Assistant Professor (on contract): Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a concerned / relevant / allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University. For Computer Science and Data Science & Analytics (Sl.No. 12), candidates with Masters of Technology shall be considered (as per AICTE norms) in addition to Master of…
What is the official website for SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 32 Posts?
The official website is https://sgou.ac.in/.