JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026: Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, has released its latest faculty recruitment notification (Advertisement No. RC/75/2026), inviting applications from eligible Indian Nationals and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) for 122 teaching positions across multiple Schools, Centres, and Special Centres. Positions are available at the level of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor spanning disciplines from Life Sciences and Engineering to International Studies, Languages, and Social Sciences.
Online applications opened on May 18, 2026, and the last date to apply is June 15, 2026 (5:00 PM).
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JNU Recruitment 2026 — Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi |
| Advertisement No. | RC/75/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 122 Posts |
| Positions | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Eligible Applicants | Indian Nationals & Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) |
| Application Mode | Online Only (CU-CHAYAN portal) |
| Application Start Date | May 18, 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | June 15, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | jnu.ac.in/career |
Pay Scale for JNU Faculty Posts
Salaries follow the UGC Regulations, 2018 Academic Pay Levels:
| Position | Academic Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200/- |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A | ₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100/- |
| Assistant Professor | Level 10 | ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400/- |
Essential Qualifications
Professor
- Ph.D. in the concerned/allied discipline with a minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/Scopus/Web of Science or JNU Academic Index (JAI) indexed journals.
- At least 10 years of teaching/research experience at the university level, with evidence of successfully guiding doctoral candidates.
- A total research score of 120 as per UGC Regulations 2018, Appendix II, Table 2.
- OR an outstanding professional with a Ph.D. and 10 years of significant industry/academic experience.
Associate Professor
- Ph.D. in the relevant discipline.
- Master's degree with a minimum of 55% marks.
- At least 8 years of teaching/research experience at the Assistant Professor level or equivalent.
- A minimum of 7 publications in peer-reviewed/Scopus/JAI indexed journals and a research score of 75.
Assistant Professor
- Master's degree with 55% marks in the relevant discipline from an Indian University or accredited foreign university.
- Must have cleared UGC-NET/CSIR-NET, or hold a Ph.D. awarded under UGC regulations (2009 or 2016), which provides exemption from NET/SLET/SET.
- A 5% marks relaxation at Master's level is available for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwD candidates.
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School & Centre-Wise Vacancy Overview
JNU's RC/75/2026 covers a wide array of disciplines. Here is a school-wise summary of the key hiring areas:
School of Life Sciences (SLS)
Multiple Professor and Associate Professor posts in Systems Biology, Neurobiology, Molecular Metabolism, Infection Biology, Genome Biology, Ecology & Biodiversity, Cell & Molecular Biology, Animal Physiology, Disease Biology, and Mathematical & Computational Biology. Assistant Professor positions are available in Virology and RNA Biology.
School of Physical Sciences (SPS)
Positions in Theoretical Statistical Mechanics, Nonlinear Dynamics, High Energy Physics, Soft Condensed Matter Physics, Quantum Information Theory, and Mathematics (Topology, Geometry, Harmonic Analysis, Number Theory, Algebra, Representation Theory, and more). Posts available across all three cadres.
School of International Studies (SIS)
A large number of openings spanning Centres for African Studies, East Asian Studies (Japanese & Chinese), West Asian Studies, Russian & Central Asian Studies, Indo-Pacific Studies, International Legal Studies, International Politics & Disarmament, Comparative Politics & Political Theory, Study of the Americas, and Study of the World Economy.
School of Language, Literature & Culture Studies (SLLCS)
Vacancies in Arabic & African Studies, Chinese Studies, English Studies, French & Francophone Studies, Indian Languages (Urdu), Japanese Studies, Korean Studies, Persian & Central Asian Studies, and Russian Studies.
School of Social Sciences (SSS)
Openings in Economic Studies & Planning (Economic Theory, Mathematical Economics, Econometrics), Historical Studies (Maritime History, Medieval Indian History, Modern Indian History), Political Studies (Indian & Western Political Theory), Social Medicine & Community Health, Study of Social Systems (Sociology, Media Studies), and Philosophy.
School of Biotechnology (SBT)
Professor-level positions in Structural Biology and Experimental Neuroscience, with requirements for demonstrated laboratory establishment, research funding, and doctoral supervision.
School of Engineering (SOE)
Professor posts in Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science & Engineering (specialisations include AI, Data Science, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, IoT, and Robotics).
School of Environmental Sciences (SES)
Professors in Chemical Hazards & Risk Assessment, Air Pollution & Climate Modelling, and Environmental Analytical Chemistry.
School of Computational & Integrative Sciences (SCIS)
Professor positions in Computational Biology, Systems Biology, Complex Systems, Mathematical Biology, and Dynamical Systems.
Other Schools & Centres
- Centre for the Study of Law and Governance (CSLG): Constitutional Law, Environmental Law, Regulatory Governance.
- Special Centre for National Security Studies (SCNSS): Cybersecurity, Space Sciences, AI, Defence Studies.
- School of Arts & Aesthetics (SAA): Cinema/Film Studies, Music Studies.
- School of Sanskrit & Indic Studies (SSIS): Sanskrit Studies.
- Zakir Husain Centre for Educational Studies (ZHCES): Philosophy, Psychology, History, Political Science.
- University Science Instrumentation Centre (USIC): Engineering/Applied Sciences.
Reservation Categories
Positions are distributed across various reservation categories including UR (Unreserved), OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD as per Government of India norms. Several posts are marked as backlog vacancies for reserved categories. PwD categories covered include Blindness/Low Vision, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Locomotor Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness, and Multiple Disabilities.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,000/- (Non-Refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwD / Women | NIL |
How to Apply for JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026
Step 1 — Visit the Official Portal Go to jnu.ac.in/career and navigate to the Teaching vacancies section under RC/75/2026.
Step 2 — Register on CU-CHAYAN Applications are accepted exclusively through the CU-CHAYAN online portal. Create an account if you don't already have one.
Step 3 — Identify the Correct Post Number Each of the 122 positions has a unique post number. Ensure you select the correct post before filling in your application. A separate application form is required for each post.
Step 4 — Fill the Application Form Enter all academic, professional, and personal details carefully. The eligibility of candidates is determined based on qualifications/experience/publications held up to the last date of submission.
Step 5 — Upload Required Documents Upload scanned copies of: photograph, signature, certificates and marksheets (Bachelor's, Master's, M.Phil., Ph.D., NET), reprints of published research articles, date of birth certificate, caste/EWS/PwD certificate (as applicable), NOC from current employer (if in government/PSU service), and an undertaking that publications are free from plagiarism.
Step 6 — Pay the Application Fee Pay online as applicable. The fee is non-refundable.
Step 7 — Submit and Save Confirmation Submit the form before June 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Save/print the confirmation for your records.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | May 18, 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | June 15, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
Selection Process
Shortlisting is based on academic qualifications and research scores as specified in UGC Regulations 2018 (Appendix II, Table 3A for Assistant Professor positions). Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview, which may be conducted in online or offline mode or both, at JNU's discretion. Call letters will be sent only via email.
Key points to note:
- Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee a call for interview.
- Where applications are numerous, JNU may restrict candidates based on qualifications/experience higher than the minimum prescribed.
- Time spent pursuing M.Phil./Ph.D. is not counted as teaching/research experience.
- Research period during active teaching (without leave) is counted as teaching experience.