Assistant Professor (Contract) Recruitment 2026 at Cochin University of Science and Technology
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 3
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹45,000 - ₹47,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's degree with 55% marks in relevant subject plus NET/CSIR or Ph.D. (as per UGC Regulations 2018).
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: This recruitment appears suitable for a mix of fresher and experienced candidates, depending on the post. Applicants should review the official notification for the exact experience expectations before applying.
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Hybrid
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
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Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) is inviting applications for Assistant Professor positions on a contract basis within the School of Legal Studies for the year 2026. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for legal and management scholars to contribute to a premier academic environment in Kerala. The roles are designed for professionals with strong academic credentials, including NET or Ph.D. qualifications, who are looking to advance their teaching careers in a specialized legal education setting. Interested candidates should review the official notification for specific specialization requirements in Law and Commerce/Management before applying through the university's hybrid submission process.
- This recruitment provides a platform for academic professionals to engage with the School of Legal Studies at a renowned technological university.
- The selection process emphasizes high academic standards, requiring a Master's degree with at least 55% marks and NET/Ph.D. qualifications.
- Candidates must complete a two-step application process involving both online registration and the submission of physical documents to the Registrar.
- The contract offers a consolidated monthly salary with higher pay scales specifically designated for Ph.D. degree holders.
- Ensure all supporting documents for qualification, age, and reservation claims are self-attested and attached to the hard copy submission.
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Additional Salary Information
For Ph.D holder - ₹ 47000/-; For rest of the contract teachers - ₹ 45,000/-
Important Dates
Selection Process
Screening of applications based on UGC eligibility criteria.
Interview conducted by the University selection committee.
Application Fees
General candidates: ₹ 950/- SC/ST candidates: ₹ 195/-
Reservation
Reservation norms apply as per University and Government of Kerala rules.
Reduced application fees are available for SC/ST candidates.
How to Apply
- Visit the official recruitment portal at https://recruit.cusat.ac.in.
- Complete the online application form before the deadline of 24.08.2026.
- Pay the application fee online through Net banking, Credit, or Debit cards.
- Download and print the prescribed format of the completed online application.
- Prepare a set of self-attested copies of documents for qualification, date of birth, and reservation.
- Attach a copy of your Bio-data to the application.
- Send the hard copy and enclosures to: The Registrar, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi – 682 022.
- Ensure the hard copy reaches the office by 03.09.2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Candidates must first apply online at https://recruit.cusat.ac.in and then submit a hard copy of the application along with required documents to the Registrar by the specified deadline.
Yes, Ph.D. degree holders may be exempted from the National Eligibility Test (NET) as per the UGC Regulations 2018.
Ph.D. holders receive a consolidated salary of ₹47,000 per month, while other contract teachers receive ₹45,000 per month.
