SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 32 Posts
Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kollam (SGOU) has announced 32 vacancies for Assistant Professor posts under advertisement number RECN/108/2026. The positions include Arabic, Hindi, English, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Social work (BSW & MSW), Public Administration (BA& MA), Commerce, Business Studies, Computer Science (BCA, MCA, BSc Data Science), and 4 more. Engagement is on a contract basis with a consolidated pay of Rs. 50,000 per month. Eligible candidates can apply online, upload required documents, and remit the fee online, followed by sending the hard copy. The last date for online submission and hard copy receipt is 11 November 2026. The selection process involves short-listing, interview or academic presentation, and document verification.
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SGOU Assistant Professor Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kollam |
| Department(s) | Arabic, Hindi, English, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Social work, Public Administration, Commerce, Business Studies, Computer Science, Philosophy, Library Science, Mathematics, Multimedia |
| Posts | Assistant Professor (on contract) |
| Total Vacancies | 32 |
| Pay | Rs. 50,000/- per month (Consolidated pay) |
| Contract Term | On Contract Basis |
| Application Mode | Online and by post |
| Last Date | Online: 11/11/2026 | Hard Copy: 18/11/2026 |
Department-wise Vacancies
| Sl. No. | Discipline | Number of vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Arabic | 3 |
| 2. | Hindi | 1 |
| 3. | English | 2 |
| 4. | Political Science | 1 |
| 5. | Psychology | 1 |
| 6. | Sociology | 1 |
| 7. | Economics | 1 |
| 8. | Social work (BSW & MSW) | 5 |
| 9. | Public Administration (BA& MA) | 3 |
| 10. | Commerce | 1 |
| 11. | Business Studies | 1 |
| 12. | Computer Science (BCA, MCA, BSc Data Science) | 2 |
| 13. | Philosophy | 1 |
| 14. | Library Science | 3 |
| 15. | Mathematics (MSc) | 3 |
| 16. | Multimedia (BSc) | 3 |
Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (on contract) | Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a concerned / relevant / allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University. For Computer Science and Data Science & Analytics (Sl.No. 12), candidates with Masters of Technology shall be considered (as per AICTE norms) in addition to Master of Science. Eligibility also requires clearing the National Eligibility Test (NET) in the relevant discipline conducted by UGC or CSIR or SLET/SET, OR having a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations. |
Pay and Terms
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated pay of Rs. 50,000/- per month. The nature of the appointment is strictly on a contract basis. Reservation, relaxations, and concessions apply as per the rules of the Government of Kerala and UGC regulations. Upper age limit is 50 years as on 01/01/2026, with usual relaxation for SC/ST and OBC as per Government of Kerala Rules and UGC Norms.
How to Apply for SGOU Assistant Professor
- Apply online through the University recruitment portal at https://sgou.ac.in/.
- Fill in all particulars and upload legible copies of required documents.
- Remit the registration fee online (Account No. 3614010035599, IFSC: UBIN0536148, Branch – Union Bank, Kollam -1).
- Take a printout of the completed application, affix photograph, sign it, attach self-attested copies of all credentials.
- Send the printout by post to: The Registrar, Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kureepuzha, Kollam, Kerala superscribing the envelope ‘Application for the post of Assistant Professor — [Discipline], Notification No. [•]’.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph and specimen signature
- Matriculation / Higher Secondary certificate (proof of date of birth)
- Marksheets and degree certificates of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and where applicable Ph.D.
- Valid NET certificate, OR Ph.D. notification/certificate with UGC-Regulations compliance certificate from awarding University
- Caste / PwBD certificate in the prescribed format issued by competent authority, where claimed
- Experience certificates, list of publications with proofs (ISSN/ISBN/DOI), and duly filled Academic/Research Score (API/PBAS) proforma
- Proof of application-fee payment and No Objection Certificate (for in-service candidates)
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Online Application Portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Complete Notification Document |
| Official Website | Sreenarayanaguru Open University Website |
SGOU Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the nature of the Assistant Professor appointment at SGOU?
The appointment is made strictly on a contract basis for the University’s Schools of Studies, with a consolidated pay of Rs. 50,000 per month.
Q2. Who is eligible for age relaxation?
Upper age limit relaxations are applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates in accordance with Government of Kerala Rules and UGC Norms.
Q3. How are candidates shortlisted and selected?
Selection is made by a duly constituted Selection Committee based on short-listing (academic record, teaching/research experience, academic score, ODL-relevant experience), followed by an interview or academic presentation and document verification.
Q4. What is the last date to apply online and submit the hard copy?
The last date for online submission of applications is 11/11/2026, and the last date for receipt of the hard copy/printout of the application is 18/11/2026.
Q5. What are the application fee details for General and reserved categories?
The non-refundable application fee is Rs. 1,000/- for General / OBC applicants and Rs. 500/- for SC / ST / PwBD applicants.
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