The University of Calicut, a major university in Kerala, has notified recruitment for the post of Assistant Professor on contract in Social Science, with one vacancy at its Teacher Education Centre in Malappuram. The appointment is for teaching the B.Ed course, and a rank list prepared from this notification will also be used to fill vacancies that arise later at the university's teacher education centres.
Calicut University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
Posted 12 Oct 2026Updated 12 Oct 2026213323/DUSC-G-ASST-4/2026/Admn
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
23 Oct
5 days left
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Last date 23 Oct 2026 · 5 days left
- Notification08 Oct
- Applications Opentill 23 Oct
About University of Calicut Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- University of Calicut
- Advertisement No.
- 213323/DUSC-G-ASST-4/2026/Admn
- Post Name
- Assistant Professor on contract in Social Science
- Job Location
- Malappuram, Kerala
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 64 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- UGC NET; candidates with a PhD in Education under UGC Regulation 2009 are exempted from NET
Vacancy Breakdown
Assistant Professor on contract in Social Science
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor on contract in Social Science | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Assistant Professor on contract in Social Science
a) Postgraduate degree in Social Science with minimum 55% marks. b) M.Ed degree with minimum 55% marks. Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, the candidate shall have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC. Provided, candidates who are, or have been awarded PhD degree in Education in accordance with the UGC (Minimum Standard and Procedure for Award of PhD Degree) Regulation 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the clearing of NET for appointment as Assistant Professor or equivalent positions in Universities or colleges or institutions.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor on contract in Social Science | a) Postgraduate degree in Social Science with minimum 55% marks. b) M.Ed degree with minimum 55% marks. Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, the candidate shall have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC. Provided, candidates who are, or have been awarded PhD degree in Education in accordance with the UGC (Minimum Standard and Procedure for Award of PhD Degree) Regulation 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the clearing of NET for appointment as Assistant Professor or equivalent positions in Universities or colleges or institutions. |
Age Limit
Not exceeding 64 years on the date of notification (08.10.2026)
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on their qualifications
- 2Interview
Shortlisted candidates are informed by email or phone and on the website; original certificates are verified at the interview
Salary Structure
Consolidated Rs. 34,000 to Rs. 36,000 per month without DA and any other allowances
For Ph.D + NET Holders: Rs. 36,000 (Rs. 26,000 basic pay + Rs. 10,000 additional pay) For PhD holders: Rs. 35,000 (Rs. 26,000 basic pay + Rs. 9,000 additional pay) For NET holders: Rs. 34,000 (Rs. 25,000 basic pay + Rs. 9,000 additional pay)
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official Calicut University website to access the online application form
- 2Fill in the online application form with details of your qualifications and experience
- 3Submit the application through the University website on or before 23/10/2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Certificates and testimonials in original
•Proof of age
•Proof of qualification
•Proof of experience
•Community certificate
•Equivalency Certificate issued by the University of Calicut for degrees from other universities in Kerala and outside
Important Details
- Appointment on deputation basis will not be considered.
- The University will not pay any TA/DA to candidates for attending the interview.
- Existing and arising vacancies at the Calicut University Teacher Education Centres will be filled from the rank list prepared on the basis of this notification.
- Candidates possessing degrees from other universities in Kerala and outside must produce an Equivalency Certificate issued by the University of Calicut, and failure to submit original certificates for verification will result in loss of the claim to be considered for selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates with a Ph.D. in Education apply without clearing NET?
Yes. Candidates who hold a PhD in Education awarded under the UGC 2009 regulations are exempted from the NET requirement for appointment as Assistant Professor.
Will the university reimburse travel expenses for the interview?
No. The University does not pay any TA or DA to candidates attending the interview.
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