SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online (7 Posts)
Important details
| Name of post | SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online (7 Posts) |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Sreenarayanaguru Open University |
| Advertisement no. | RECN/101/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 7 posts |
| Last date to apply | 11 November 2026 |
| Posted on | 13 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 13 Oct 2026 |
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Important Dates
- Notification Date12 October 2026
- Last date to apply11 November 2026
- Last Date for Hard Copy Submission11 November 2026
- Age as on01 January 2026
Application Fee
- General/OBC₹ 1500
- SC/ST₹ 750
- General/OBC₹ 1500. SC/ST: ₹ 750.
Payment mode: Online.
Category : Application Fee
Age Limit
- The upper age limit is 52 years. Relaxation: Up to 56 years for University Service; minimum 4 years service remaining in parent department.
Total Post
7 Posts
SGOU Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), Kollam, Kerala |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Head of School (School of Languages), Head of School (School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies), Head of School (School of Vocational Education and Training) and 4 more |
| No of Posts | 7 |
| Advt No | RECN/101/2026 to RECN/107/2026 |
| Job Type | Deputation |
| Pay | As per UGC Norms |
| Place of Posting | Kollam, Kerala |
| Qualification | Master's degree with at least 55% marks, Ph.D. in relevant discipline, Associate Professor or Professor rank |
| Upper Age Limit | 52 years (as on 1 January 2026) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 11 November 2026 |
SGOU Notification PDF 2026
- Advt No. RECN/101/2026 to RECN/107/2026 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
- Download SGOU notification PDF
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Pay
| Post | Posts | Max Age | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head of School (School of Languages) | 1 | 52 | As per UGC Norms |
| Head of School (School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies) | 1 | 52 | As per UGC Norms |
| Head of School (School of Vocational Education and Training) | 1 | 52 | As per UGC Norms |
| Head of School (School of Science) | 1 | 52 | As per UGC Norms |
| Head of School (School of Humanities and Social Science) | 1 | 52 | As per UGC Norms |
| Head of School (School of Law and Business Studies) | 1 | 52 | As per UGC Norms |
| Head of School (School of Communication and Information Science) | 1 | 52 | As per UGC Norms |
| Total | 7 |
- Age relaxation for all posts: Up to 56 years for University Service; minimum 4 years service remaining in parent department.
Who Can Apply for SGOU Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Head of School (School of Languages) | Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in relevant language/literature/linguistics; Associate Professor or above |
| Head of School (School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies) | Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary domain; Associate Professor or above |
| Head of School (School of Vocational Education and Training) | Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in vocational/technical discipline; Associate Professor or above |
| Head of School (School of Science) | Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in science discipline; Associate Professor or above |
| Head of School (School of Humanities and Social Science) | Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in humanities/social science; Associate Professor or above |
| Head of School (School of Law and Business Studies) | Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in Law/Management/Commerce; Associate Professor or above |
| Head of School (School of Communication and Information Science) | Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in Lin Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Library Scienceor above |
Other conditions
- Citizen of India
- NOC from employer for serving candidates
- Equivalency certificate for degrees from other states
Desirable
- Academic leadership experience
- Strong research and publication record
- Experience in guiding doctoral scholars
Who Cannot Apply for SGOU Recruitment 2026
- Candidates without minimum service remaining
Post-wise Details – Head of School (School of Languages) (1 post)
- Qualification required: Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in relevant language/literature/linguistics; Associate Professor or above. The upper age limit is 52 years and the pay is As per UGC Norms.
Head of School (School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies) (1 post)
- Qualification required: Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary domain; Associate Professor or above. The upper age limit is 52 years and the pay is As per UGC Norms.
Head of School (School of Vocational Education and Training) (1 post)
- Qualification required: Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in vocational/technical discipline; Associate Professor or above. The upper age limit is 52 years and the pay is As per UGC Norms.
Head of School (School of Science) (1 post)
- Qualification required: Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in science discipline; Associate Professor or above. The upper age limit is 52 years and the pay is As per UGC Norms.
Head of School (School of Humanities and Social Science) (1 post)
- Qualification required: Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in humanities/social science; Associate Professor or above. The upper age limit is 52 years and the pay is As per UGC Norms.
Head of School (School of Law and Business Studies) (1 post)
- Qualification required: Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in Law/Management/Commerce; Associate Professor or above. The upper age limit is 52 years and the pay is As per UGC Norms.
Head of School (School of Communication and Information Science)
- Qualification required: Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in Lin Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Library Scienceor above. The upper age limit is 52 years and the pay is As per UGC Norms.
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Deputation as per UGC Regulations and University Statutes
- Pay regulated as per parent department rules.
How Will SGOU Select Candidates?
- Shortlisting
- Interview
- Shortlisting by higher criteria
- Selection Committee as per UGC Regulations
Documents to Enclose
- Self-attested copies of certificates for age, qualification, experience, research, community
Other Points to Note
- Reapply if applied to earlier notification
- Defective or late applications rejected
Official Source
- This article is based on the official notification of Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Advertisement No. RECN/101/2026 to RECN/107/2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
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How to Apply for SGOU Recruitment 2026 Online
- Submit online application at https://sgou.ac.in/.
- Send hard copy with self-attested documents to Registrar, Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kureepuzha, Kollam 691601.
- Send it on or before 11 November 2026.
Important Links
| Head of School (School of Languages) (Download SGOU notification PDF) | Download content.sgou.ac.in |
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| Head of School (School of Science) (Download SGOU notification PDF) | Download content.sgou.ac.in |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
The last date to apply is 11 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
There are 7 posts in total.
What is the age limit for SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
The upper age limit is 52 years. Relaxation: Up to 56 years for University Service; minimum 4 years service remaining in parent department.
What is the application fee for SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
General/OBC: ₹ 1500; SC/ST: ₹ 750; General/OBC: ₹ 1500. SC/ST: ₹ 750.
What qualification is needed for SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
Head of School (School of Languages): Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in relevant language/literature/linguistics; Associate Professor or above | Head of School (School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies): Master's degree with 55% marks and Ph.D. in interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary domain; Associate Professor or above | Head of School (School of Vocational Education and…
What is the official website for SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
The official website is https://sgou.ac.in/.