CSJMU Kanpur Faculty Recruitment 2026: 36 Professor, Associate & Assistant Professor Posts
- Last Date
- 31 Oct 2026
- Total Posts
- 36
- Apply Mode
- Online + Hard Copy
- Job Type
- Regular
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), Kanpur, a NAAC A++ state university, has invited online applications for 36 teaching posts: 15 Professors, 13 Associate Professors and 8 Assistant Professors across 18 departments (Advertisement No. CSJMU/Gen.Admin/980/Teaching/2026, dated 26.09.2026). Apply online from 26 September to 31 October 2026. The hard copy must reach the Registrar by 5 November 2026.
CSJMU Kanpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Department | Professor | Associate Professor | Assistant Professor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics | 1 (OBC) | – | – |
| English & Modern European and Other Foreign Languages | 1 (SC) | 1 (SC) | – |
| Mathematics | – | 1 (UR) | – |
| Life Sciences | – | – | 1 (OBC)* |
| Journalism & Mass Communication | – | 1 (SC) | 1 (ST) |
| Painting (Painting/Sculpture/Applied Art) | 1 (SC) | 1 (OBC) | – |
| Physics | 1 (OBC) | – | – |
| Yoga | 1 (UR) | – | – |
| Law | 1 (OBC) | – | – |
| Business Administration | 1 (SC) | – | 1 (UR)* |
| Education (Teacher Education) | 1 (UR) | 1 (SC) | – |
| Continuing Education & Extension | 1 (UR) | – | – |
| Music – Dance (Kathak) | 1 (UR)* | – | – |
| Music – Vocal | – | 1 (UR) | – |
| Music – Tabla | – | – | 1 (SC)* |
| Music – Theatre | – | – | 1 (UR) |
| Hindi | 1 (UR) | 1 (UR) | – |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 1 (OBC) | 2 (OBC 1, EWS 1) | – |
| Computer Engineering & Information Technology | 1 (OBC) | 2 (SC) | – |
| Chemical Engineering | 1 (SC) | – | – |
| Mechanical Engineering | 1 (UR) | 2 (UR) | 3 (SC) |
| Total | 15 | 13 | 8 |
* PwD benchmark disability posts as per the RPwD Act 2016. The category split above is read from the advertisement table; please confirm your post’s category in the official PDF before applying.
Who Can Apply
Indian nationals who meet the minimum qualifications under the UGC Regulations 2018 (and AICTE Regulations 2019 for engineering) for the relevant post can apply. Ph.D.s from foreign universities need an AIU equivalence certificate.
Educational Qualification
- Qualifications, pay scales and other conditions follow the UGC Regulations 2018, AICTE Regulations 2019 (engineering) and U.P. State Government rules.
- Selection follows the Chancellor Secretariat’s orders of 2021 and the UGC Regulations 2018 on minimum qualifications for teachers.
- For subjects not covered by the UGC Regulations, the rules of the relevant statutory body apply.
Age Limit
The advertisement does not give a separate age limit. Service conditions and superannuation follow U.P. State Government norms.
Application Fee
Pay online. The fee is non-refundable, and a separate fee is needed for each post.
Salary
Pay scales follow the UGC Regulations 2018 and U.P. State Government rules. The advertisement does not list the amounts.
Selection Process
| Component | Assistant Professor | Associate Professor | Professor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Academic Score & API Score | 100 | 80 | 80 |
| Written test (subject knowledge) | 40 | – | – |
| Assessment of teaching skills | 20 | – | – |
| Interview | 10 | 20 | 20 |
- Assistant Professor: the written objective test follows the NET syllabus (sciences/humanities), GATE (engineering) or GPAT (pharmacy). Final selection needs at least 50% in teaching skills plus interview.
- Music posts: a music skill assessment test is held before the interview.
- Associate Professor/Professor: shortlisting on academic and API score (cut-off not below 50%), then interview.
- Objection windows follow publication of scores.
Documents Required
- Scanned PDFs of all certificates, mark sheets and degrees
- First page of research papers with journal impact factor/UGC listing proof
- Research project, patent, consultancy and award documents
- SC/ST caste certificate; OBC-NCL/EWS certificate issued on or after 01.03.2026 (UP Govt format)
- NOC from employer (if employed)
- AIU equivalence certificate for foreign Ph.D.
Important Dates
How to Apply
- Read the general information on www.csjmu.ac.in and fill in the online application.
- Upload all supporting documents as PDFs and pay the fee online.
- Print the application, sign every page, and attach copies of documents.
- Send it in a sealed envelope marked “Application for the post of <Name & Discipline>” with the advertisement number, by Registered/Speed Post, to: The Registrar, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kalyanpur, Kanpur – 208024 (UP), by 5 November 2026.
Why You Should Apply
These are regular faculty posts at one of UP’s largest NAAC A++ universities, across arts, sciences, law, music and engineering.
Preparation Tips
- Work out your API/Research score using UGC Regulations 2018 Appendix II before applying.
- Assistant Professor candidates should revise the NET/GATE syllabus for the 40-mark written test.
- Prepare a teaching demonstration, including online-teaching ability.
Important Links
FAQs – CSJMU Kanpur Faculty Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many teaching posts are there?
36 posts: 15 Professors, 13 Associate Professors and 8 Assistant Professors.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
31 October 2026. The hard copy must reach by 5 November 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee?
Rs 2,500 (Rs 2,000 for SC/ST), per post.
Q4. Is there a written test?
Yes, for Assistant Professor only: a 40-mark objective test on the NET/GATE/GPAT syllabus.
Q5. How are Professors selected?
By shortlisting on academic and API score, followed by an interview.
Q6. Where do I send the hard copy?
To the Registrar, CSJMU, Kalyanpur, Kanpur – 208024, by Registered/Speed Post.
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