JNU Faculty Vacancy 2026

JNU Recruitment 2026 - Faculty

JNU has released an official notification for the recruitment of Faculty posts. Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 15 Jun 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

JNU Faculty - Overview

Organization	JNU
Post Name	Faculty
Advertisement No.	RC/75/2026
Qualification	Any Masters Degree, M.A, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, MS, M.Phil/Ph.D
Location	New Delhi, Delhi
Salary	Rs. 57,700 - Rs. 218,200 per MONTH
Job Type	Full Time
Application Start Date	18 May 2026
Last Date to Apply	15 Jun 2026
Official Website	www.jnu.ac.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for JNU Faculty recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: Any Masters Degree, M.A, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, MS, M.Phil/Ph.D. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Application Fee

The application fee for JNU Faculty recruitment is: For General, OBC and EWS Category: Rs. 2000/- For SC/ST/PwD and women candidates: NIL. Please refer to the official notification for category-wise fee details and payment methods.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Faculty position at JNU will receive a salary of Rs. 57,700 - Rs. 218,200 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	18 May 2026
Last Date to Apply	15 Jun 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for JNU Faculty recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: www.jnu.ac.in
Look for the Faculty recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Pay the application fee as applicable
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	www.jnu.ac.in

Also Check

Results 2026 Admit Card 2026 Answer Key 2026 Syllabus 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?

JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 is a teaching recruitment drive by Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts under Advertisement No. RC/75/2026. The recruitment covers multiple disciplines across various Schools and Centres, with appointments governed by UGC Regulations 2018.

How many vacancies are released under JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?

JNU has announced a large number of faculty vacancies across different categories and departments. Multiple posts are available in Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences, International Studies, Languages, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences and several specialized Centres.

What are the important dates for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?

The online application process for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 starts on 18 May 2026 from 04:00 PM. The last date for submission of online applications is 15 June 2026 up to 05:00 PM; the last date for hard‑copy submission, if required, will be notified separately by the University.

What are the pay scales for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in JNU?

The pay scales are as per 7th CPC Academic Pay Levels. Professor posts are in Academic Pay Level‑14 (Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200), Associate Professor posts are in Academic Pay Level‑13A (Rs. 1,31,400 – 2,17,100), and Assistant Professor posts are in Academic Pay Level‑10 (Rs. 57,700 – 1,82,400).

What are the essential qualifications for Professor posts in JNU?

For Professor posts, candidates must possess a Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline as per UGC Regulations 2018. They should have a minimum of 10 years of teaching/research experience, at least 10 research publications in peer‑reviewed or indexed journals, and a total research score of 120, along with evidence of supervising doctoral candidates.

What are the eligibility criteria for Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts?

Associate Professors must have a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline plus a Master’s degree with 55% marks, at least 8 years of teaching/research experience, a minimum of 7 research publications and a research score of 75. Assistant Professors require a Master’s degree with 55% marks in the relevant subject with NET/SLET/SET, or a Ph.D. as per UGC norms; a 5% marks relaxation is available for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates.

What is the application fee for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?

General, OBC and EWS category candidates are required to pay a non‑refundable application fee of Rs. 2000 per application. There is no application fee for SC, ST, PwD and Women candidates.

How can I apply online for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must apply online only through the CU‑CHAYAN portal accessible via the JNU official website. They need to register, fill the online application form carefully, upload scanned copies of all required documents, pay the applicable fee and submit the application; a separate application is required for each post applied for.