Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora has officially released the recruitment notification for the appointment of Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor and Assistant Librarian across various teaching departments. The university is inviting applications from eligible candidates for a total of 90 faculty and academic staff vacancies under regular basis.
The online application process for fee payment begins on 11th February 2026, and the completed application forms along with supporting documents must reach the university through Speed Post by 2nd March 2026 (05:00 PM). Candidates are advised to carefully go through the eligibility criteria as per UGC Regulations 2018 and its amendments before applying.
SSJU Recruitment 2026: Overview
The recruitment drive is being conducted by Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora under Advt. No. 01/Teaching Rec/4039-4048/Karmik/2026 dated 10th February 2026. A total of 90 vacancies have been advertised for teaching positions across 26+ departments and one post of Assistant Librarian. The reservation policy shall be applicable as per Uttarakhand Government rules/orders.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Conducting Body | Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora |
| Advertisement No. | 01/Teaching Rec/4039-4048/Karmik/2026 |
| Post Names | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Librarian |
| Total Vacancies | 90 |
| Application Start Date | 11th February 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application (Hard Copy) | 2nd March 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Mode of Fee Payment | Online (NEFT/RTGS/Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI) |
| Mode of Application Submission | Offline (Speed Post only) |
| Application Fee | ₹2000 (UR/OBC/EWS), ₹1000 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Eligibility Norms | UGC Regulations 2018 & amendments |
| Official Website | www.ssju.ac.in |

SSJU Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Breakdown
A total of 90 vacancies have been announced across four categories of posts. The department-wise and category-wise distribution is as follows:
- A. Professor (Level-14) – 10 Posts
- B. Associate Professor (Level-13A) – 22 Posts
- C. Assistant Professor (Level-10) – 57 Posts
- D. Assistant Librarian (Level-10) – 01 Post
Soban Singh Jeena University SSJU Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
The essential qualifications for all teaching posts shall be as per the UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges, 2018 and its subsequent amendments, read with norms prescribed by statutory councils such as NCTE, BCI, etc. wherever applicable.
For Professor:
- Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of teaching/research/industrial experience, of which at least 4 years shall be at the level of Associate Professor with AGP of ₹9500 or Academic Level 12.
- Minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals and total research score of 100 as per UGC norms.
For Associate Professor:
- Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of teaching/research/industrial experience, of which at least 3 years shall be at the level of Assistant Professor with AGP of ₹8000 or Academic Level 10.
- Minimum 5 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals and total research score of 75 as per UGC norms.
For Assistant Professor:
- Master’s degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a point scale system.
- NET/SLET/SET shall be the minimum eligibility condition.
- Candidates with Ph.D. degree in compliance with UGC Regulations 2009 (with course work) are exempted from NET.
For Assistant Librarian:
- Master’s degree in Library Science/Information Science with 55% marks (or equivalent grade).
- NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. in compliance with UGC Regulations.
Additional Conditions:
- Ph.D. degree from foreign universities must be accompanied by Equivalence Certificate from Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi.
- All qualifications and experience shall be determined as on 2nd March 2026.
- Candidates with pending criminal cases must submit a self-declaration affidavit.
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Soban Singh Jeena University SSJU Recruitment Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR / OBC / EWS | ₹2000/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1000/- |
Mode of Payment: Online only (NEFT/RTGS/Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI)
Bank Details:
- Bank Name: HDFC Bank, Mall Road, Almora
- Account Holder: FINANCE OFFICER, SSJ University
- Account No.: 50100467408526
- IFSC Code: HDFC0001919
How to Apply for SSJU Recruitment 2026
The application process is entirely offline after online fee payment. Candidates must follow the steps below:
Step 1: Visit the official website — www.ssju.ac.in
Step 2: Download the application format from the recruitment section
Step 3: Pay the application fee online through NEFT/RTGS/Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI
Step 4: Take a printout of the fee payment receipt
Step 5: Fill the application form in neat handwriting or type it
Step 6: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents:
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- NET/SLET/SET/Ph.D. certificate
- Experience certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable, issued by Uttarakhand competent authority only)
- PwD certificate (if applicable, issued by Uttarakhand competent authority)
- Research publications and reprints
- Proof of research score (with verifiable documentary evidence)
- Fee payment receipt
- No Objection Certificate (if employed) — may be produced at the time of interview
Step 7: Superscribe the envelope with “Application for the post of _______, Department/Subject _______” on the top left corner
Step 8: Send the complete application packet via Speed Post only to:
The Registrar,
Soban Singh Jeena University,
Almora, Uttarakhand – 263601
Deadline: The application must reach the university office on or before 2nd March 2026, 05:00 PM. The university shall not be responsible for any postal delay.
Check Official Notification Here
Soban Singh Jeena University SSJU Recruitment Selection Process
The selection shall be based on:
- Academic qualifications and research contributions
- Teaching/research experience and publications
- Research score as per UGC criteria
- Performance in the interview
- Shortlisting of candidates shall be done by a Screening Committee constituted by the competent authority
- The number of candidates called for interview shall be as per the norms
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FAQs
Q1. When did the SSJU faculty recruitment application process begin?
The application process began on 11th February 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for SSJU Recruitment 2026?
The completed application form along with documents must reach the university by 2nd March 2026, 05:00 PM.
Q3. How many total vacancies are announced under this recruitment?
A total of 90 vacancies have been announced — 10 Professors, 18 Associate Professors, 61 Assistant Professors and 1 Assistant Librarian.
Q4. What is the application fee for General/OBC candidates?
General/OBC/EWS candidates are required to pay ₹2000/- as application fee.
Q5. Is NET compulsory for Assistant Professor posts?
Yes, NET/SLET/SET is compulsory unless exempted for Ph.D. holders as per UGC Regulations 2009 (with course work).