Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), an open university based in Kollam, Kerala, has announced recruitment for the post of Head of School across its various schools of study. There are 7 posts in total, covering schools such as Languages, Science, Vocational Education and Training, Law and Business Studies, and others. The position is on deputation basis, and the Head of School serves as the academic and administrative head of the respective school.
SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026
Posted 13 Oct 2026Updated 13 Oct 2026RECN/101/2026 to RECN/107/2026
Total Vacancies
7
Last Date
11 Nov
24 days left
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Last date 11 Nov 2026 · 24 days left
- Notification12 Oct
- Applications Opentill 11 Nov
About SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Sreenarayanaguru Open University , Kollam, Kerala
- Advertisement No.
- RECN/101/2026 to RECN/107/2026
- Post Name
- Head of School (School of Languages), Head of School (School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies) and 5 more
- Job Location
- Kollam, Kerala
- Who Can Apply
- Applicant should be a citizen of India; no domicile or residence condition stated.
- Job Type
- Deputation
- Age Limit
- Up to 52 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- No Objection Certificate from the employer for candidates in service; equivalency certificate from any State University in Kerala for degrees obtained from institutions other than State or Central Universities or National Institutes
Vacancy Breakdown
Head of School (School of Languages)
1
Head of School (School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies)
1
Head of School (School of Vocational Education and Training)
1
Head of School (School of Science)
1
Head of School (School of Humanities and Social Science)
1
Head of School (School of Law and Business Studies)
1
Head of School (School of Communication and Information Science)
1
Total7
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Head of School (School of Languages) | 1 |
| Head of School (School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies) | 1 |
| Head of School (School of Vocational Education and Training) | 1 |
| Head of School (School of Science) | 1 |
| Head of School (School of Humanities and Social Science) | 1 |
| Head of School (School of Law and Business Studies) | 1 |
| Head of School (School of Communication and Information Science) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 7 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Head of School (School of Languages)1 post
- Qualification
- A Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in the relevant language / discipline from an Indian University or an equivalent accredited institution, and an eminent scholar holding a Ph.D. degree in a language, literature or linguistics discipline relevant to the School (Indian or classical language such as Sanskrit, Hindi or Malayalam, a modern foreign language such as English, French, German, Japanese or Arabic, Linguistics, Literature and Comparative Literature, Translation and Interpretation, Applied Linguistics and Language Education and allied fields) with a strong record of high-quality published research. Teachers not below the rank of Associate Professor in Government Colleges, Aided Colleges, Universities or Government Institutions under the applicable UGC Regulations; Associate Professors considered only in the absence of qualified Professors.
- Experience
- Twelve years of teaching experience in aided or government colleges, universities or other recognised higher education institutions, with demonstrated academic leadership and administrative experience, a proven research record and experience of guiding doctoral and research scholars.
Head of School (School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies)1 post
- Qualification
- A Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in the relevant discipline from an Indian University or an equivalent accredited institution, and an eminent scholar holding a Ph.D. degree in an interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary domain relevant to the School with a strong record of high-quality published research. Teachers not below the rank of Associate Professor in Government Colleges, Aided Colleges, Universities or Government Institutions under the applicable UGC Regulations; Associate Professors considered only in the absence of qualified Professors.
- Experience
- Twelve years of teaching experience in aided or government colleges, universities or other recognised higher education institutions, with demonstrated academic leadership and administrative experience, a proven research record and experience of guiding doctoral and research scholars.
Head of School (School of Vocational Education and Training)1 post
- Qualification
- A Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in the relevant discipline from an Indian University or an equivalent accredited institution, and an eminent scholar holding a Ph.D. degree in a vocational or technical discipline relevant to the School with a strong record of high-quality published research. Teachers not below the rank of Associate Professor in Government Colleges, Aided Colleges, Universities or Government Institutions under the applicable UGC Regulations; Associate Professors considered only in the absence of qualified Professors.
- Experience
- Twelve years of teaching experience in aided or government colleges, universities or other recognised higher education institutions, with demonstrated academic leadership and administrative experience, a proven research record and experience of guiding doctoral and research scholars.
Head of School (School of Science)1 post
- Qualification
- A Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in a science discipline from an Indian University or an equivalent accredited institution, and an eminent scholar holding a Ph.D. degree in a science discipline relevant to the School with a strong record of high-quality published research. Teachers not below the rank of Associate Professor in Government Colleges, Aided Colleges, Universities or Government Institutions under the applicable UGC Regulations; Associate Professors considered only in the absence of qualified Professors.
- Experience
- Twelve years of teaching experience in aided or government colleges, universities or other recognised higher education institutions, with demonstrated academic leadership and administrative experience, a proven research record and experience of guiding doctoral and research scholars.
Head of School (School of Law and Business Studies)1 post
- Qualification
- A Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in Law / Management / Business Administration / Commerce from an Indian University or an equivalent accredited institution, and an eminent scholar holding a Ph.D. degree in Law / Management / Business Administration / Business Studies / Commerce (or an allied discipline relevant to the School) with a strong record of high-quality published research. Teachers not below the rank of Associate Professor in Government Colleges, Aided Colleges, Universities or Government Institutions under the applicable UGC Regulations; Associate Professors considered only in the absence of qualified Professors. For legal-education programmes the Bar Council of India Rules of Legal Education apply and for management programmes AICTE norms apply, in each case in addition to UGC Regulations.
- Experience
- Twelve years of teaching experience in aided or government colleges, universities or other recognised higher education institutions, with demonstrated academic leadership and administrative experience, a proven research record and experience of guiding doctoral and research scholars.
- Note
- Distinguished professional standing at the bar, bench or in senior corporate or management practice of comparable standing may be reckoned towards eligibility, to the extent permitted under the applicable norms and University Statutes.
Head of School (School of Communication and Information Science)1 post
- Qualification
- A Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in Computer Science / Engineering / IT / Library Science from an Indian University or an equivalent accredited institution, and an eminent scholar holding a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science / Engineering / IT / Library Science relevant to the School with a strong record of high-quality published research. Teachers not below the rank of Associate Professor in Government Colleges, Aided Colleges, Universities or Government Institutions under the applicable UGC Regulations; Associate Professors considered only in the absence of qualified Professors.
- Experience
- Twelve years of teaching experience in aided or government colleges, universities or other recognised higher education institutions, with demonstrated academic leadership and administrative experience, a proven research record and experience of guiding doctoral and research scholars.
Age Limit
Not exceeding 52 years as on 01-01-2026; relaxation up to 56 years for candidates in University Service
Age Relaxation
Up to 56 years for those in University Service; relaxation for reserved categories as per Government rules in force
Application Fee
General
Rs. 1500
SC / ST / DA
Rs. 750
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Registration fee remitted only online as instructed in the submission portal. Account No. 361401010035599, IFSC UBIN0536148, Branch Union Bank, Kollam-1. Copy of the fee receipt must be submitted with the hard copy of the online application.
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted, and the University may apply criteria higher than the prescribed minimum.
- 2Interview
Shortlisted candidates are called before the Selection Committee constituted as per the applicable UGC Regulations and the University Act and Statutes.
Salary Structure
As per UGC Norms. Pay and allowances shall be regulated as per the pay and allowances drawn in the parent department, subject to the applicable rules governing deputation.
How to Apply
- 1Submit the online application through the SGOU application portal.
- 2Remit the registration fee online as instructed in the submission portal and keep the receipt.
- 3Send the hard copy of the submitted online application with self-attested copies of all certificates and documents to the Registrar, Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kureepuzha, Kollam 691601.
- 4Make sure the hard copy reaches the office by 5 PM on 18 November 2026.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of certificates and documents in proof of age
•Qualification
•Experience
•Research
•Community and reservation claims
•Copy of the fee receipt
•No Objection Certificate from the employer for candidates in service
Important Details
- Appointment is on deputation basis.
- Candidates already in service must obtain a No Objection Certificate from their employer and enclose a copy with the hard copy of the application.
- Only candidates with a minimum of four years of service remaining in their parent department are eligible.
- Associate Professors will be considered only in the absence of qualified Professors.
- Those who applied against the University's earlier notification must submit a fresh application in response to this notification.
- The online application deadline is 5 PM on 11 November 2026 and the hard copy must reach the Registrar by 5 PM on 18 November 2026; defective or late applications will be summarily rejected.
Disciplines by School
School of Languages
Disciplines: Indian and Classical Languages (Sanskrit, Hindi, Malayalam); Modern Foreign Languages (English, French, German, Japanese, Arabic); Linguistics, Literature and Comparative Literature; Translation and Interpretation; Applied Linguistics and Language Education; allied fields
School of Law and Business Studies
Disciplines: Law; Business Studies; Management; Business Administration; Commerce
| School | Disciplines |
|---|---|
| School of Languages | Indian and Classical Languages (Sanskrit, Hindi, Malayalam); Modern Foreign Languages (English, French, German, Japanese, Arabic); Linguistics, Literature and Comparative Literature; Translation and Interpretation; Applied Linguistics and Language Education; allied fields |
| School of Law and Business Studies | Law; Business Studies; Management; Business Administration; Commerce |
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Distinguished scholarship or professional standing in law (constitutional, corporate commercial or intellectual property law) and/or management (finance, marketing, strategy, human resources, operations, business analytics, international business, economics or entrepreneurship)
- A strong publication and citation record in journals, books and case studies, and success in attracting funded research such as ICSSR, industry, law-and-policy or international grants
- Experience of leading professional programmes such as LL.B., LL.M., integrated law, BBA or B.Com, MBA or PGDM, M.Com and executive or management development programmes with strong experiential components
- A strong record of industry, bar, bench and corporate linkages including MoUs, internships and placements
- Command of outcome-based education and accreditation and familiarity with BCI, AICTE, NBA, NAAC and NIRF frameworks
- Interdisciplinary strength bridging law and business, covering corporate governance, regulation and compliance, business ethics and dispute resolution
- Experience with digital, online and blended pedagogy and technology-enabled learning
- Multilingual competence, translation or creative work in Indian and classical languages, and expertise in language pedagogy and applied linguistics
- Academic leadership experience, a strong research and publication record and experience in guiding doctoral scholars
General Conditions
- Applicant should be a citizen of India
- All qualifications and experience must be from institutions recognised by the UGC and the relevant statutory bodies
- Candidates with degrees from institutions other than State or Central Universities or National Institutes must produce an equivalency certificate from any State University in Kerala
- Prescribed percentages of marks are calculated as the aggregate of all years or semesters, and grade-to-percentage conversion must be as certified by the awarding institution
- The University may shortlist candidates by applying criteria higher than the prescribed minimum
- Mere fulfilment of the minimum qualifications does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview or to be selected
- Canvassing in any form or bringing external influence will render a candidate liable to disqualification
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