The Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ) is inviting applications for the engagement of a Temporary Assistant Professor in the Department of English Studies. This engagement is purely temporary and will be initially for one semester or as per the requirement of the university, with the possibility of extension based on need and satisfactory performance.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Master’s degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the relevant subject from an Indian University or accredited foreign university, and have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or equivalent exams such as SLET/SET.
- Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with UGC regulations, with exemptions from NET/SLET/SET under specified conditions.
- Ph.D. degree from a foreign university ranked among the top 500 in QS, THE, or ARWU rankings.
Specialization/Relevant Disciplines: English Language and Literature, Communicative English, Translation Studies.
Relaxations apply for candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribe, Differently-abled, and Other Backward Class (non-creamy layer) categories.
Pay Scale
The selected candidate will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 57,700 per month. This appointment does not include benefits such as residential accommodation, official transport, leave encashment, or other allowances normally admissible to regular employees. However, the candidate is entitled to 8 days leave on a pro-rata basis within a calendar year.
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Last date for online registration | 3 November 2026 | 5:00 PM |
| Reporting time for interview | 5 November 2026 | 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
| Walk-In Interview | 5 November 2026 | 10:30 AM onwards |
Application Fee
Not specified.
Selection Process
Selection will be made based on the Walk-In Interview. The university reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts or cancel/modify the interview without prior notice. The engagement duration is initially for one semester but may be extended based on university requirements and candidate performance.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates must register online using the provided official Google Forms link before 3 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Candidates should attend the Walk-In Interview at the Administrative Block, Central University of Jharkhand, Village Cheri-Manatu, Kanke, Ranchi at the specified date and time.
- Bring the filled application form (downloadable from the university website), bio-data, original documents along with self-attested photocopies, and two recent colour photographs.
- Ensure all eligibility certificates, including category and medical certificates if applicable, are valid and in prescribed formats.
- No TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for attending the interview.
Reservation and relaxations are applicable as per UGC/GoI guidelines. Candidates must provide valid caste certificates matching the Central Government list for reserved categories.
The interview date may be subject to change and such changes will be notified on the university website.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Temporary) | 1 |
| Total | 1 post |
Teaching pay structure (7th CPC)
Standard 7th CPC pay matrix for teaching posts in Central Universities (reference)
| Post | Pay level | Basic pay |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Level 14 | Rs.1,44,200 to Rs.2,18,200 |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A2 | Rs.1,31,400 to Rs.2,17,100 |
| Assistant Professor (Senior) | Level 12 | Rs.1,01,500 to Rs.1,67,400 |
| Assistant Professor (Stage 2) | Level 11 | Rs.68,900 to Rs.1,56,000 |
| Assistant Professor (Entry) | Level 10 | Rs.57,700 to Rs.1,82,400 |
Age relaxation and reservation
Standard reservation and age relaxation rules for Central Government posts (reference)
| Category | Reservation | Age relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | Open Merit | None |
| OBC (NCL) | 27% | 3 years |
| SC | 15% | 5 years |
| ST | 7.5% | 5 years |
| EWS | 10% | As per rules |
| PwD (UR) | 5% horizontal | 10 years |
| PwD (OBC) | 5% horizontal | 13 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 5% horizontal | 15 years |
