Professor (Centre for the Study of the Americas) – 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 International Relations with research focus on the Americas.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 10 years of teaching experience in university/college or research experience at equivalent level.
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Centre for the Study of the Americas at JNU has two Professor vacancies, offering a monthly salary range of ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200. Eligible scholars must hold a Ph.D. in International Relations and demonstrate a strong record of research publications focused on the United States or Latin America. This role provides an exceptional platform for senior academics to lead research initiatives and shape the curriculum in American studies at India's premier university. Joining JNU as a Professor ensures access to extensive academic resources and a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to international studies.
- Candidates must have a minimum of ten years of teaching or research experience in a university setting.
- A total research score of 120 is required as per the UGC Regulations 2018 criteria.
- The vacancies are reserved for ST and OBC categories as backlog posts.
- Selection is based on an interview following a shortlisting process based on academic scores.
- The application deadline is June 15, 2026, with submission required through the online portal.
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Additional Salary Information
Academic Pay Level-14 (₹1,44,200–₹2,18,200) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
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
1 ST (Backlog) 1 OBC (Backlog)
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 salary for this role is ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200 per month (Academic Pay Level 14).
There are a total of 2 vacancies for this specific role.
A Ph.D. in International Relations with a focus on the Americas is required.
