Cochin University of Science and Technology, a state university based in Kochi, Kerala, has announced recruitment for the post of Assistant Professor (on Contract) with a single vacancy. The position is in the Department of Chemical Oceanography under the School of Marine Sciences, and the appointment is on a contract basis, initially for one year or until a regular recruit joins duty.
CUSAT Recruitment 2026 - Assistant Professor (on Contract) Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026Ad.D3/10344/2001/CA(Vol.II)
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
06 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 06 Oct 2026
- Notification26 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed06 Oct
About CUSAT Assistant Professor (on Contract) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Cochin University of Science and Technology
- Advertisement No.
- Ad.D3/10344/2001/CA(Vol.II)
- Post Name
- Assistant Professor (on Contract)
- Job Location
- Kochi, Kerala
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- NET qualification
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 45,000 per month; Rs. 47,000 per month for candidates with Ph.D
- Tenure
- Initially for a period of one year with break during the vacation months of May and June, on contract basis, or till a regular recruit joins duty, whichever is earlier.
Vacancy Breakdown
Assistant Professor (on Contract)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (on Contract) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Assistant Professor (on Contract)
Masters Degree with 55% in Hydrochemistry / Chemistry with NET. Essential qualifications shall be in compliance with the UGC Regulations 2018. Desirable: Ph.D in the relevant field.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (on Contract) | Masters Degree with 55% in Hydrochemistry / Chemistry with NET. Essential qualifications shall be in compliance with the UGC Regulations 2018. Desirable: Ph.D in the relevant field. |
Application Fee
General
Rs. 950
SC / ST
Rs. 195
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Online banking through net banking or credit/debit cards of almost all banks. Payment by cash, cheque or demand draft will not be accepted.
Selection Process
- 1Online Application
Applications are to be submitted online through the university portal.
- 2Verification of hard copies and documents
Hard copy of the online application with original fee receipt, bio-data and self attested documents is verified.
Salary Structure
Rs. 45,000 per month; Rs. 47,000 per month for candidates with Ph.D
How to Apply
- 1Apply online through the CUSAT recruitment portal before the last date.
- 2Fill the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- 3Upload photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- 4Pay the application fee online by net banking or credit/debit card.
- 5Review the details and submit the application, then take a printout of the submitted form.
- 6Send the hard copy of the application with original fee receipt, bio-data and self attested supporting documents to the Registrar, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi 682 022 so that it reaches by the prescribed last date.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self attested copies of documents in proof of qualification
•Date of birth and reservation claims
•Original fee receipt
•Bio-data
Important Details
- Communal Reservation Policy will be followed at the time of appointment, treating University Departments and Centres as a single unit.
- Appointments, conditions of service, emoluments and other service benefits are governed by the provisions of KSR, KS&SSR, the Act, Statutes and Ordinances and Syndicate decisions of the University.
- Claims made in the application without supporting documents will not be considered, and claims not mentioned in the original application will not be considered at any later stage.
- The application fee is not refundable.
Department and Subject
Department of Chemical Oceanography; subject Chemical Oceanography.
Contact
Phone: 0484-2863403
Frequently Asked Questions
Where must the hard copy of the application be sent?
It must reach The Registrar, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi 682 022, along with the original fee receipt, bio-data and self attested supporting documents.
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