Assistant Professor (Centre of Indian Languages) – JNU
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹57,700 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's degree in Urdu (55%) and NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — must meet UGC NET/Ph.D. criteria.
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
JNU invites applications for 1 Assistant Professor in Urdu at the Centre of Indian Languages, offering a starting pay of ₹57,700. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Urdu with 55% marks and have cleared the NET or hold a Ph.D. This is an excellent opportunity for young scholars to contribute to Urdu literature and linguistics. The role provides a platform for academic growth within one of India's most prestigious language departments.
- Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria as per UGC Regulations 2018.
- A relaxation of 5% in marks is allowed for reserved category candidates.
- This is an Unreserved (UR) position open to all eligible candidates.
- The selection process involves shortlisting followed by an interview.
- The last date for online application is June 15, 2026.
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Additional Salary Information
Academic Pay Level-10 (₹57,700–₹1,82,400) plus applicable allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on Academic Score as per UGC Regulations 2018.
Personal Interview.
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS: ₹2000 SC/ST/PwD/Women: Nil
Reservation
UR: 1
How to Apply
- Visit the JNU career website at http://jnu.ac.in/career.
- Access the CU-CHAYAN portal link provided in the notification.
- Register and fill out the online application form for the specific post number.
- Upload scanned copies of photographs, certificates, marksheets, and evidence of research/teaching.
- Pay the application fee of ₹2000 (if applicable) online.
- Submit the application before the deadline of 15 June 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Ensure a separate application is submitted if applying for more than one post.
Frequently Asked Questions
The starting salary is ₹57,700 per month as per Academic Pay Level 10.
A Master's degree in Urdu with 55% marks and NET/Ph.D.
The university follows UGC/Government of India norms for age limits and relaxations.
