Professor (Centre for Political Studies) – JNU
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹144,200 - ₹218,200 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Ph.D. in Political Science with specialization in Indian or Western Political Theory/Thought.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 10 years of teaching experience in university/college or research experience at equivalent level.
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Centre for Political Studies at JNU invites applications for two Professor vacancies with a monthly pay scale of ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200. Candidates must be eminent scholars with a Ph.D. in Political Science and a specialization in Political Theory or Thought. This senior faculty role requires a minimum of ten years of teaching experience and a strong record of at least 10 research publications. Joining JNU's CPS provides a unique opportunity to lead academic discourse in one of India's most influential political science departments, known for its critical research and vibrant intellectual culture.
- Vacancies are reserved for OBC and SC categories (Backlog).
- A minimum research score of 120 is required as per UGC norms.
- Candidates must have successfully guided doctoral candidates as part of their experience.
- The selection process is based on a personal interview conducted by the university.
- The application deadline is June 15, 2026, through the CU-CHAYAN portal.
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Additional Salary Information
Academic Pay Level-14 (₹1,44,200–₹2,18,200) 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
Relaxation of 5% in marks for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.
Reservation for EWS as per Govt. of India norms.
Backlog vacancies specifically identified for OBC, SC, ST, and PwD categories.
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 pay scale is ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200 per month at Academic Pay Level 14.
A Ph.D. in Political Science with a specialization in Political Theory or Thought is required.
There are 2 vacancies available, one for OBC and one for SC category.
