The University of Madras, a well-known state university based in Chennai, has announced recruitment for three senior academic and administrative positions: Controller of Examinations, Professor cum Director of the Centre for Distance and Online Education, and Dean of the College Development Council. These are contract appointments that place candidates in key roles overseeing examinations, distance learning and college development across affiliated institutions in Tamil Nadu.
Madras University Recruitment 2026 - Controller of Examinations, Dean and Other Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
16 Oct
Closed
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Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 16 Oct 2026
- Notification30 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed16 Oct
University of Madras Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- University of Madras
- Post Name
- Controller of Examinations, Professor cum Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education and Dean-College Development Council
- Job Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 57 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
Vacancy Breakdown
Controller of Examinations
1
Professor cum Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education
1
Dean-College Development Council
1
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Controller of Examinations | 1 |
| Professor cum Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education | 1 |
| Dean-College Development Council | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Controller of Examinations1 post
- Qualification
- A Master's degree with at least 55% of marks or its equivalent grade
- Experience
- 15 years of teaching and research experience or 15 years of administrative experience
- Age Limit
- Maximum 55 years
Professor cum Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education1 post
- Qualification
- An eminent scholar having a Ph.D degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline
- Experience
- A minimum of ten years of teaching experience
- Age Limit
- Maximum 57 years
Dean-College Development Council1 post
- Qualification
- A Master's degree in Arts/Science or Humanities with at least 55% of marks, Ph.D qualification in the respective field
- Experience
- Experience of at least 15 years in Teaching / Research
- Age Limit
- Maximum 55 years
Age Limit
Maximum 55 years for Controller of Examinations and Dean-College Development Council; maximum 57 years for Professor cum Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education
Application Fee
General
Rs. 500
SC / SC-A / ST / DAP
Rs. 250
Selection Process
- 1Application Screening
Applications are screened against the eligibility conditions stated for each post.
- 2Interview
Shortlisted candidates who meet all criteria are called for an interview.
Salary Structure
Controller of Examinations
Pay: Pay will be fixed with reference to the last pay drawn
Professor cum Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education
Pay: Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200 (Level 14)
Dean-College Development Council
Pay: Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200 (Level 14)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Controller of Examinations | Pay will be fixed with reference to the last pay drawn |
| Professor cum Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education | Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200 (Level 14) |
| Dean-College Development Council | Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200 (Level 14) |
How to Apply
- 1Download the application form from the University of Madras website, unom.ac.in.
- 2Fill in the application form carefully with correct personal and qualification details.
- 3Attach self-attested copies of photograph, signature, ID proof and certificates.
- 4Prepare eight copies of the application along with the required enclosures.
- 5Send the completed application by Speed Post or Registered Post to the Convener, VC-Convener Committee, University of Madras, Chennai - 600 005.
- 6Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of photograph
•Signature
•ID proof and certificates
•Eight copies of the application form with enclosures
Important Details
- Filled-in applications along with eight copies and the required enclosures must be sent to the Convener, VC-Convener Committee, University of Madras, Chennai - 600 005, by Speed Post or Registered Post.
- The application must reach the university before the last date.
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