Visva-Bharati, a unitary teaching and residential Central University of national importance located at Santiniketan, West Bengal, has announced faculty recruitment for 14 teaching posts of Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor. The openings span departments such as Kala Bhavana, Sangit Bhavana, Bhasha Bhavana, Siksha Bhavana and Palli Siksha Bhavana, covering subjects from Sculpture and Painting to Physics, Odia and Rabindra Sangit.
Visva Bharati Recruitment 2026 - Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 202603/2026
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About Visva Bharati Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Visva Bharati
- Advertisement No.
- 03/2026
- Post Name
- Professor of Sculpture, Associate Professor of Geography and 11 more
- Job Location
- Santiniketan, West Bengal
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- NET/SLET/SET clearance or a Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations for Assistant Professor posts; Ph.D. degree document for posts higher than Assistant Professor
Vacancy Breakdown
Professor of Sculpture
1
UR 1
Associate Professor of Geography
1
SC 1
Associate Professor of English
1
SC 1
Associate Professor of English
1
OBC 1
Associate Professor of Botany
1
ST 1
Associate Professor of Esraj
1
UR 1
Associate Professor of Painting
1
OBC 1
Assistant Professor of Physics
1
OBC 1
Assistant Professor of Agricultural Extension
1
SC 1
Assistant Professor of Odia
1
Assistant Professor of Rabindra Sangit
1
OBC 1
Assistant Professor of Textile
1
ST 1
Assistant Professor of Graphic Art
1
UR 1
Assistant Professor of Classical Vocal Music (Kheyal)
1
EWS 1
Total14
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor of Sculpture | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Associate Professor of Geography | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Associate Professor of English | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Associate Professor of English | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Associate Professor of Botany | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Associate Professor of Esraj | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Associate Professor of Painting | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Assistant Professor of Physics | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Assistant Professor of Agricultural Extension | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Assistant Professor of Odia | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Assistant Professor of Rabindra Sangit | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Assistant Professor of Textile | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Assistant Professor of Graphic Art | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Assistant Professor of Classical Vocal Music (Kheyal) | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Professor of Sculpture1 post
- Qualification
- A. (i) An eminent scholar having a doctoral degree; (ii) actively engaged in research with at least ten years of experience in teaching in University/College and/or research at the University/National level institutions; (iii) minimum of 6 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals; (iv) total research score of 120 as per Appendix II, Table 2. OR B. A traditional or a professional artist with highly-commendable professional achievement in the subject concerned, having Masters degree in the relevant subject, 'A'-grade artist of AIR/Doordarshan, ten years of outstanding performing achievements in the field of specialisation, significant contributions in the field of specialisation and ability to guide research, participation in National/International Seminars/Conferences/Workshops/Concerts and/or recipient of National/International Awards/Fellowships, and ability to explain with logical reasoning the subject concerned.
- Experience
- At least ten years of teaching and/or research experience, or ten years of outstanding performing achievement for traditional/professional artists
- Desirable
- Specialization in Sculpture; adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in the said discipline
Associate Professor of Geography1 post
- Qualification
- A good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant disciplines; a Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale); a minimum of eight years of experience of teaching and/or research in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a University, College or Accredited Research Institution/Industry with a minimum of seven publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of 75 as per Appendix II, Table 2.
- Experience
- Minimum eight years of teaching and/or research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor
Associate Professor of English2 posts
- Qualification
- A good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant disciplines; a Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale); a minimum of eight years of experience of teaching and/or research in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a University, College or Accredited Research Institution/Industry with a minimum of seven publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of 75 as per Appendix II, Table 2.
- Experience
- Minimum eight years of teaching and/or research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor
Associate Professor of Botany1 post
- Qualification
- A good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant disciplines; a Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale); a minimum of eight years of experience of teaching and/or research in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a University, College or Accredited Research Institution/Industry with a minimum of seven publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of 75 as per Appendix II, Table 2.
- Experience
- Minimum eight years of teaching and/or research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor
- Desirable
- M.Sc. in Botany with Specialization in any branch of Botany
Associate Professor of Esraj1 post
- Qualification
- A. (i) Good academic record with a doctoral degree; (ii) performing ability of a high professional standard; (iii) eight years' experience of teaching in a University or College and/or of research in a University/national level institution equal to that of Assistant Professor; (iv) significant contribution to knowledge in the subject concerned as evidenced by quality publications. OR B. A traditional or a professional artist with highly-commendable professional achievement having Master's degree in the subject concerned, who has been an 'A'-grade artist of AIR/Doordarshan, has eight years' experience of outstanding performing achievement, experience in designing of new courses and/or curricula, participation in National level Seminars/Conferences/Concerts in reputed institutions, and ability to explain with logical reasoning the subject concerned.
- Experience
- Eight years of teaching/research experience or eight years of outstanding performing achievement
Associate Professor of Painting1 post
- Qualification
- A. (i) Good academic record with a doctoral degree; (ii) performing ability of a high professional standard; (iii) eight years' experience of teaching in a University or College and/or of research in a University/national level institution equal to that of Assistant Professor; (iv) significant contribution to knowledge in the subject concerned as evidenced by quality publications. OR B. A traditional or a professional artist with highly-commendable professional achievement having Master's degree in the subject concerned, who has been an 'A'-grade artist of AIR/Doordarshan, has eight years' experience of outstanding performing achievement, experience in designing of new courses and/or curricula, participation in National level Seminars/Conferences/Concerts in reputed institutions, and ability to explain with logical reasoning the subject concerned.
- Experience
- Eight years of teaching/research experience or eight years of outstanding performing achievement
- Desirable
- Excellent academic record complemented by an active professional art practice including solo exhibitions and participation in curated national and international group exhibitions; extensive knowledge of art theory with the ability to integrate theoretical teaching with practical studio disciplines
Assistant Professor of Physics1 post
- Qualification
- A. A Master's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university; besides this, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET, or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016. OR B. The Ph.D. degree has been obtained from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking by QS, THE or ARWU.
- Desirable
- M.Sc. in Physics with a specialization in Electronics, or an M.Sc. in Electronics (specialization requires at least two elective papers in electronics at M.Sc. level or three years of research experience in Electronics)
Assistant Professor of Agricultural Extension1 post
- Qualification
- A. A Master's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university; besides this, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET, or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the UGC Regulations, 2009 or 2016. OR B. The Ph.D. degree has been obtained from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking by QS, THE or ARWU.
- Desirable
- B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture / B.Sc. (Agriculture) Hons. of four year duration; M.Sc. (Ag.) in Agricultural Extension Education / Agricultural Extension / Agricultural Extension and Communication / Extension Education; Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension Education / Agricultural Extension / Agricultural Extension and Communication / Extension Education
Assistant Professor of Odia1 post
- Qualification
- A. A Master's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university; besides this, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET, or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the UGC Regulations, 2009 or 2016. OR B. The Ph.D. degree has been obtained from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking by QS, THE or ARWU.
- Desirable
- Specialization in Modern Odia Literature; research publication in UGC enlisted / peer-reviewed journals
Assistant Professor of Rabindra Sangit1 post
- Qualification
- A. Master's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale) in the relevant subject or an equivalent degree from an Indian/foreign University; besides this, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET, or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the UGC Regulations, 2009 or 2016. OR B. A traditional or a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the subject concerned having a Bachelor's degree, who has studied under a noted/reputed traditional Master(s)/Artist(s), has been an 'A' grade artist of AIR/Doordarshan, has the ability to explain with logical reasoning the subject concerned, and has adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in the discipline concerned.
Assistant Professor of Textile1 post
- Qualification
- A. Master's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale) in the relevant subject or an equivalent degree from an Indian/foreign University; besides this, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET, or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the UGC Regulations, 2009 or 2016. OR B. A traditional or a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the subject concerned having a Bachelor's degree, who has studied under a noted/reputed traditional Master(s)/Artist(s), has been an 'A' grade artist of AIR/Doordarshan, has the ability to explain with logical reasoning the subject concerned, and has adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in the discipline concerned.
- Desirable
- In depth knowledge of Textile fibres, fabric structures (Structural Textile Designs), handloom weaving including Jacquard figuring and designing, and proficiency in Computer Aided Textile Design (Textile CAD)
Assistant Professor of Graphic Art1 post
- Qualification
- A. Master's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale) in the relevant subject or an equivalent degree from an Indian/foreign University; besides this, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET, or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the UGC Regulations, 2009 or 2016. OR B. A traditional or a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the subject concerned having a Bachelor's degree, who has studied under a noted/reputed traditional Master(s)/Artist(s), has been an 'A' grade artist of AIR/Doordarshan, has the ability to explain with logical reasoning the subject concerned, and has adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in the discipline concerned.
- Desirable
- Specialisation in Printmaking / Graphic Art
Assistant Professor of Classical Vocal Music (Kheyal)1 post
- Qualification
- A. Master's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale) in the relevant subject or an equivalent degree from an Indian/foreign University; besides this, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET, or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the UGC Regulations, 2009 or 2016. OR B. A traditional or a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the subject concerned having a Bachelor's degree, who has studied under a noted/reputed traditional Master(s)/Artist(s), has been an 'A' grade artist of AIR/Doordarshan, has the ability to explain with logical reasoning the subject concerned, and has adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in the discipline concerned.
Application Fee
Academic Level 14 and 13A (Professor, Associate Professor)
Rs. 2,000
Academic Level 10 (Assistant Professor)
Rs. 1,600
SC / ST
25% of the applicable application fee
Women and PwBD (40% or above)
Nil
Fee by Post
Professor of Sculpture
Application Fee: Rs. 2,000
Associate Professor of Geography
Application Fee: Rs. 2,000
Associate Professor of English
Application Fee: Rs. 2,000
Associate Professor of Botany
Application Fee: Rs. 2,000
Associate Professor of Esraj
Application Fee: Rs. 2,000
Associate Professor of Painting
Application Fee: Rs. 2,000
Assistant Professor of Physics
Application Fee: Rs. 1,600
Assistant Professor of Agricultural Extension
Application Fee: Rs. 1,600
Assistant Professor of Odia
Application Fee: Rs. 1,600
Assistant Professor of Rabindra Sangit
Application Fee: Rs. 1,600
Assistant Professor of Textile
Application Fee: Rs. 1,600
Assistant Professor of Graphic Art
Application Fee: Rs. 1,600
Assistant Professor of Classical Vocal Music (Kheyal)
Application Fee: Rs. 1,600
| Post | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Professor of Sculpture | Rs. 2,000 |
| Associate Professor of Geography | Rs. 2,000 |
| Associate Professor of English | Rs. 2,000 |
| Associate Professor of Botany | Rs. 2,000 |
| Associate Professor of Esraj | Rs. 2,000 |
| Associate Professor of Painting | Rs. 2,000 |
| Assistant Professor of Physics | Rs. 1,600 |
| Assistant Professor of Agricultural Extension | Rs. 1,600 |
| Assistant Professor of Odia | Rs. 1,600 |
| Assistant Professor of Rabindra Sangit | Rs. 1,600 |
| Assistant Professor of Textile | Rs. 1,600 |
| Assistant Professor of Graphic Art | Rs. 1,600 |
| Assistant Professor of Classical Vocal Music (Kheyal) | Rs. 1,600 |
Selection Process
- 1Short-listing based on Academic / Research score
Candidates are shortlisted strictly on the basis of Academic/Research score as per Appendix II Table 2 and Table 3A of UGC Regulations 2018; if applications are large the number shortlisted may be limited to a 1:15 ratio.
- 2Interview
Selection is based only on the performance in the interview; candidates called from abroad may attend through Skype or another permitted audio-visual link.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:15
Salary Structure
Professor of Sculpture
Pay: Academic Level 14 with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,44,200 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Associate Professor of Geography
Pay: Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Associate Professor of English
Pay: Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Associate Professor of Botany
Pay: Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Associate Professor of Esraj
Pay: Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Associate Professor of Painting
Pay: Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Assistant Professor of Physics
Pay: Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Assistant Professor of Agricultural Extension
Pay: Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Assistant Professor of Odia
Pay: Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Assistant Professor of Rabindra Sangit
Pay: Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Assistant Professor of Textile
Pay: Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Assistant Professor of Graphic Art
Pay: Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Assistant Professor of Classical Vocal Music (Kheyal)
Pay: Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Professor of Sculpture | Academic Level 14 with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,44,200 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Associate Professor of Geography | Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Associate Professor of English | Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Associate Professor of Botany | Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Associate Professor of Esraj | Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Associate Professor of Painting | Academic Level 13A with Entry Pay of Rs. 1,31,400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Assistant Professor of Physics | Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Assistant Professor of Agricultural Extension | Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Assistant Professor of Odia | Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Assistant Professor of Rabindra Sangit | Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Assistant Professor of Textile | Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Assistant Professor of Graphic Art | Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Assistant Professor of Classical Vocal Music (Kheyal) | Academic Level 10 with Entry Pay of Rs. 57,700 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
How to Apply
- 1Register and apply online through the Visva-Bharati Chayan portal.
- 2Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- 3Upload photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- 4Upload self-attested supporting documents of all publications claimed for research score, and the NET certificate or Ph.D. documents as applicable.
- 5Pay the application fee online for each post applied for.
- 6Review all details carefully and submit the form before the closing date and time.
- 7Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested testimonials as evidence of age
•Educational qualifications
•Caste certificate
•Physical disability certificate and experience
•Self-attested supporting documents of all publications listed for research score
•NET certificate or documents under clause 3.3(I) of UGC Regulations 2018 for Assistant Professor applicants without NET
•Ph.D. degree document for posts higher than Assistant Professor
•No Objection Certificate for applicants already in employment
Important Details
- Candidates appointed through this recruitment will be governed by the NPS unless specifically permitted to be placed under the GPF-cum-Gratuity Scheme of the University.
- Selected candidates will undergo police verification before or after joining, and appointees must reside within the territorial jurisdiction of the University as declared in the Visva-Bharati Act, 1951.
- Applicants already in employment of a Government, autonomous body, University or other Government funded body must apply through proper channel or submit a formal No Objection Certificate during the interview if called.
- Applicants may apply for one or more posts as per their eligibility but must deposit the application fee separately for each post.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in any written test or interview.
- Candidates called for interview who are staying abroad may attend through Skype or another audio-visual link permitted by the University.
- The eligibility of a candidate will be determined on the last date of submission of application, 31 October at 11:59 P.M.
Relaxation of Marks
A relaxation of 5% is allowed at the Bachelor's as well as the Master's level for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) and differently-abled categories for the purpose of eligibility and assessing good academic record. A relaxation of 5% marks (from 55% to 50%) may be provided to Ph.D. Degree holders who obtained their Master's Degree prior to 19 September 1991.
Category Certificate Requirements
- Candidates applying under SC/ST/OBC (NCL) will be considered subject to submission of a valid caste certificate on the prescribed format issued by the competent authority; the certificate should be digitally verifiable.
- OBC candidates must submit a certificate of OBC status and non-creamy layer status issued as per DoPT O.M. No. 36012/22/93-Estt. (SCT) dated 15/11/1993 and must belong to the OBC Central List; the OBC-NCL certificate is valid for one year from the date of issue.
- EWS applicants must submit an Income and Assets certificate on the prescribed format issued by the competent authority, valid for the current financial year and issued on or before the last date of application; candidates who fail to produce a valid EWS certificate will be treated as UR.
- PwD applicants must have a disability of not less than 40% and must upload a valid disability certificate with the application.
Service Conditions
- Appointment is subject to verification of testimonials, antecedents and past service; suppression or false information will lead to rejection or termination.
- Counting of past service will not be allowed if the applicant does not apply through proper channel and fails to submit release order and last pay certificate at the time of joining.
- Women candidates are encouraged to apply as the University strives for a workforce reflecting gender balance.
- The University reserves the right not to fill up the vacancies or to withdraw any advertised post at any time without giving any reason.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one post under this notification?
Yes. Applicants may apply for one or more posts as per their eligibility, but the application fee has to be deposited separately for each post.
Can candidates staying abroad attend the interview?
Yes. Candidates called for interview who are staying abroad may attend through Skype or any other audio-visual link permitted by the University.
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