Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has announced multiple faculty positions for Indian Nationals and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) at the levels of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across various Schools, Special Centres, and Centres. JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 has been released under Advertisement No. RC/75/2026 on the official website, http://jnu.ac.in/career.
The online application window has been activated with the release of the notification PDF, i.e., from 18th May 2026 onwards. Interested and eligible candidates with good academic records, teaching/research experience, and working in related areas of research are encouraged to explore the article for more details regarding the recruitment.
JNU Faculty Notification 2026 Out
JNU published the detailed advertisement in PDF format at http://jnu.ac.in/career on 18th May 2026. This is a great opportunity for academicians and researchers who are looking for prestigious faculty positions in one of India’s leading central universities. Download the official JNU Faculty Notification PDF from the link shared below.
JNU Faculty Notification 2026 PDF – Click to Download
Overview
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) will recruit eligible candidates for faculty positions including Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor in various disciplines across multiple centres such as the School of Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, School of Engineering, School of Physical Sciences, School of Social Sciences, School of International Studies, School of Language Literature and Culture Studies, and more.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) |
| Post | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Vacancies | Multiple (across 100+ posts in various disciplines) |
| Mode of Application | Online (via CU-CHAYAN portal) |
| Registration Dates | 18th May 2026 (4:00 PM) to 15th June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Educational Qualification | Ph.D. in concerned/allied/relevant discipline with Master’s degree (55% marks) |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on Academic Score; Interview |
| Application Fee | ₹ 2000/- (General/OBC/EWS); Nil for SC/ST/PwD/Women |
| Official Website | http://jnu.ac.in/career |
JNU Faculty Vacancy 2026
A total of 100+ faculty vacancies have been announced by JNU across various levels. The vacancies are spread across Schools and Centres including:
- School of Biotechnology (SBT) – Professor (Experimental Neuroscience, Structural Biology)
- School of Computational and Integrative Sciences (SCIS) – Professor (Computational Biology, Complex Systems)
- School of Environmental Sciences (SES) – Professor (Chemical Hazards, Air Pollution Modeling, Environmental Analytical Chemistry)
- School of International Studies (SIS) – Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (African Studies, East Asian Studies, Inner Asian Studies, International Legal Studies, International Politics, Indo-Pacific Studies, Russian and Central Asian Studies, the Americas, World Economy, West Asian Studies)
- School of Language Literature and Culture Studies (SLLCS) – Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Indian Languages, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Russian)
- School of Life Sciences (SLS) – Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Systems Biology, Neurobiology, Molecular Metabolism, Infection Biology, Genome Biology, Ecology, Disease Biology, Cell Biology, Virology, RNA Biology)
- School of Engineering (SOE) – Professor (Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering)
- School of Physical Sciences (SPS) – Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Physics, Mathematics)
- School of Sanskrit and Indic Studies (SSIS) – Assistant Professor
- School of Social Sciences (SSS) – Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Economic Studies, Historical Studies, Philosophy, Political Studies, Social Medicine, Social Systems)
- Centre for the Study of Law and Governance (CSLG) – Professor
JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for JNU faculty vacancies, candidates must go through the minimum eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification PDF. The essential qualifications are as per UGC Regulations, 2018, as amended from time to time.
Educational Qualification for Professor
(A) (i) An eminent scholar having a Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline, with published work of high quality, actively engaged in research with evidence of a minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or Scopus/Web of Science/JAI indexed journals, and a total research score of 120 as per UGC Regulations, 2018. (ii) A minimum of ten years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, and/or research experience at equivalent level with evidence of having successfully guided doctoral candidate.
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(B) An outstanding professional having a Ph.D. degree in the relevant/allied/applied disciplines from any academic institution/industry who has made significant contribution to knowledge with ten years’ experience.
Educational Qualification for Associate Professor
(i) A good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant disciplines. (ii) A Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade). (iii) A minimum of eight years of experience of teaching and/or research in an academic/research position equivalent to Assistant Professor with a minimum of seven publications in peer-reviewed or Scopus/Web of Science/JAI indexed journals and a total research score of 75 as per UGC Regulations, 2018.
Educational Qualification for Assistant Professor
(i) A Master’s degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university. (ii) Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or a similar test like SLET/SET, or have been awarded a Ph.D. degree as per UGC Regulations (exempted from NET/SLET/SET under specified conditions).
Relaxations:
- 5% relaxation at Bachelor’s and Master’s level for SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy Layer)/PwD candidates.
- 5% relaxation (from 55% to 50%) for Ph.D. degree holders who obtained their Master’s degree prior to 19 September 1991.
JNU Faculty Apply Online 2026
The online application process for faculty positions has started from 18th May 2026 (4:00 PM) onwards at the JNU official website http://jnu.ac.in/career. Candidates who are willing to apply can now start submitting their online application forms through the CU-CHAYAN portal. For the ease of candidates, we have also provided a direct link below to apply online.
JNU Faculty Apply Online 2026 Link (Active) – Click to Apply
Application Fee
To apply for JNU Recruitment 2026 for faculty posts, candidates need to pay the non-refundable application fee. Application fees will be paid only through online mode (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, and UPI).
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 2,000/- |
| SC/ST/PwD/Women | Nil |
How to Apply for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website of JNU at http://jnu.ac.in/career.
- On the homepage, click on the “Teaching” tab and select the link for Advertisement No. RC/75/2026.
- Click on the online application link which will redirect to the CU-CHAYAN portal.
- New users need to complete the registration process by providing basic details such as name, email ID, and phone number.
- Candidates need to log in by entering credentials and fill out the application form with correct personal, educational, teaching, research, and publication details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and all necessary documents including certificates, mark sheets, NET certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), NOC from employer (if employed), and reprints of published articles.
- Pay the application fee as per your category through online mode.
- Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Note: Separate online application forms are required to be filled up for each post.
Selection Process
The selection process for JNU faculty positions will be based on the following stages:
- Shortlisting – Based on Academic Score as specified in Appendix II (Table 3A) of UGC Regulations, 2018. Where the number of applications is large, the University may restrict the number of candidates to a reasonable limit on the basis of qualifications/experience higher than the minimum prescribed.
- Interview – Selections shall be based only on the performance in the interview. The interview may be conducted through Online/Offline Mode or both.
- Panel Formation – The University reserves the right to draw panel(s) for future appointment(s) in the event of non-joining of candidate(s) within the stipulated time.
JNU Faculty Salary & Pay Scale 2026
Candidates selected for faculty positions at JNU will be placed in the following Academic Pay Levels as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix:
| Post | Pay Level | Salary Range (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Level-14 | Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 |
| Associate Professor | Level-13A | Rs. 1,31,400 – 2,17,100 |
| Assistant Professor | Level-10 | Rs. 57,700 – 1,82,400 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 14th May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 18th May 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Online Application Last Date | 15th June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
FAQs
Q: Is the JNU Faculty Apply Online 2026 started?
A: Yes, the online application process for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 has started from 18th May 2026 (4:00 PM) onwards.
Q: What is the educational qualification required for Assistant Professor at JNU?
A: Candidates must possess a Master’s degree with 55% marks and must have cleared NET/SLET/SET, or possess a Ph.D. degree as per UGC exemption norms.
Q: What is the application fee for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
A: The application fee is Rs. 2,000/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwD and women candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
Q: What is the selection process for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
A: The selection process includes shortlisting based on Academic Score, followed by an interview. Selections are based only on the performance in the interview.
Q: What is the last date to apply for JNU faculty positions?
A: The last date to submit online applications is 15th June 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
