Uttarakhand Ayurved University (UAU), a state university in Dehradun dedicated to education and research in Ayurveda and traditional Indian systems of medicine, has opened recruitment for the post of Vice-Chancellor. There is one vacancy, and the appointment is on a contract basis for a three-year term. The Search and Selection Committee constituted under the Ayush and Ayush Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand, is looking for a distinguished academician with proven administrative leadership to guide the university's growth in AYUSH education, healthcare and research.
UAU Vice Chancellor Recruitment 2026
Posted 16 Oct 2026Updated 16 Oct 20262422/XL-1/2026-12/2023
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Last Date
06 Nov
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Last date 06 Nov 2026 · 19 days left
- Notification15 Oct
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About UAU Vice Chancellor Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Uttarakhand Ayurved University
- Advertisement No.
- 2422/XL-1/2026-12/2023
- Post Name
- Vice-Chancellor
- Job Location
- Dehradun, Uttarakhand
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 65 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience as a Professor in a University system, or 10 years of experience in an equivalent position in a reputed research and/or academic administrative organization.
- Tenure
- Three years from the date of joining, or up to the age limit prescribed by statutes
Vacancy Breakdown
Vice-Chancellor
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Vice-Chancellor | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Vice-Chancellor - Qualification and Experience
A distinguished academician, scholar of repute and visionary with a distinguished academic record including a Ph.D. or P.G. degree in any subject in AYUSH or related disciplines/sciences from a recognized University/Institution. Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a Professor in a University system, or equivalent experience in a reputed research and/or academic administrative organization. Proven administrative acumen and leadership experience in senior academic management roles such as Dean, Director, Registrar, HOD or Syndicate/Senate member. The applicant must fulfil all qualifications, eligibility criteria and other applicable standards prescribed by the University Grants Commission (UGC) for appointment to the post of Vice-Chancellor.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Vice-Chancellor - Qualification and Experience | A distinguished academician, scholar of repute and visionary with a distinguished academic record including a Ph.D. or P.G. degree in any subject in AYUSH or related disciplines/sciences from a recognized University/Institution. Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a Professor in a University system, or equivalent experience in a reputed research and/or academic administrative organization. Proven administrative acumen and leadership experience in senior academic management roles such as Dean, Director, Registrar, HOD or Syndicate/Senate member. The applicant must fulfil all qualifications, eligibility criteria and other applicable standards prescribed by the University Grants Commission (UGC) for appointment to the post of Vice-Chancellor. |
Age Limit
Maximum age of the applicant at the time of recommendation by the Search Committee shall not exceed 65 years
Selection Process
- 1Search and Selection Committee Evaluation
Applications are evaluated by a Search and Selection Committee on curriculum vitae, qualifications, experience, administrative leadership and a comprehensive 3-year vision statement.
Salary Structure
Salary and allowances as admissible under the Uttarakhand Ayurved University Act, 2009, Statutes, UGC Regulations and State Government guidelines
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the Uttarakhand Ayurved University website
- 2Fill in all sections of the application form completely
- 3Attach self-attested copies of testimonials, age proof, a 300-500 word vision statement, No Objection Certificate and Vigilance Clearance Certificate
- 4Affix a recent self-attested passport-size photograph on the application form
- 5Place the application in a sealed envelope superscribed "Application for the Post of Vice-Chancellor, UAU"
- 6Send the completed form with all annexures by Registered or Speed Post to the Director, Ayurvedic and Unani Services Uttarakhand, Danda Lakhond, Near I.T. Park, P.O. Gujrada, Sahastradhara Road, Dehradun - 248001, to reach by 06 November 2026, 5:00 PM
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Proof of date of birth (age proof)
•Certificates and mark sheets of all educational qualifications from Bachelor's degree onwards
•Experience certificate of 10 years as Professor in any stream of AYUSH in a university system
•Experience certificates detailing administrative tenure
•List of research publications
•Books
•Patents and projects
•No Objection Certificate and formal forwarding letter from the present employer
•Vigilance Clearance Certificate
•Certificate of no case pending in SC/HC/any court of law
•Certificate of no departmental/vigilance inquiry
•Certificate of fulfilling UGC norms for VC candidate
•Comprehensive vision statement of 300-500 words
•Recent passport-size photograph
•Notarized affidavit on Rs 100 non-judicial stamp paper
Important Details
- The affidavit to be furnished by the candidate must be on non-judicial stamp paper of Rs 100 value, duly notarized.
- No vigilance inquiry, departmental inquiry or legal proceedings shall be pending against the applicant at the time of submission and during the selection process, and no case or legal proceeding shall have been instituted against the applicant before the Supreme Court or any High Court.
- Incomplete applications, applications received after the due date, or those without the mandatory NOC and Vigilance Clearance endorsements will be summarily rejected.
- Canvassing in any form will be treated as a disqualification.
- The Search Committee reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacancy without assigning any reason.
Desired Leadership Attributes
- Deep commitment to the growth, modernization and global positioning of Ayurveda and integrative medicine.
- Ability to forge strategic collaborations with national and international research organizations, healthcare institutions and traditional medicine bodies.
- Administrative vision to enhance clinical infrastructure, hospital services, academic curricula and digital governance within the university ecosystem.
Research and Academic Output Assessed
- Published research papers in peer-reviewed, UGC-Care listed or indexed journals.
- Books authored or edited and chapters in scholarly books.
- Research projects undertaken as Principal Investigator or Co-PI.
- Ph.D. scholars guided or awarded as Supervisor or Co-Supervisor.
- Patents, technology transfers and Ayurveda formulations developed.
Contact
Phone: 0135-2608769
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from a research or academic administration background apply?
Yes. Ten years of experience in an equivalent position in a reputed research and/or academic administrative organization is accepted in place of ten years of professorial experience in a university system.
Does the application need to be notarized?
Yes. A self-declaration affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper of Rs 100 value, duly notarized, has to be furnished along with the application.
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