DPSRU Teaching Staff Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview for Faculty Positions

Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU) – the first Pharmacy University in India and a State University of the Government of NCT of Delhi – has invited applications for engagement of Teaching Staff, covering Assistant Professor posts on short-term engagement, Guest Faculty, Nursing Faculty, and Professor of Practice positions. The notice, Rect. Notice No. DPSRU/STA-GF/2026/02 dated 8 August 2026, calls qualified and motivated candidates to appear in a walk-in interview to be held from 17 August 2026 onwards at the University.

This recruitment drive spans 13 specialisations for Assistant Professor posts, along with additional Guest Faculty specialisations, Nursing Faculty positions, and a separate nomination-based process for Professor of Practice roles in Sports Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Management.

Overview of DPSRU Teaching Staff Recruitment 2026

Assistant Professor Vacancies – Specialisation-wise

This engagement is for Assistant Professor on a short-term basis, for 6 months or till the end of the odd semester, whichever is earlier.

Guest Faculty, Nursing Faculty and Professor of Practice

In addition to the Assistant Professor posts, DPSRU has notified the following:

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• Guest Faculty in: Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Ayurvedic Pharmacy (Dravyagunavigyan), French Language, and Computer Applications.
• Nursing Faculty (Short-Term, 6 months, extendable): Principal – 1 post; Assistant Professor in Medical-Surgical Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Community Health Nursing, and Mental Health Nursing – 1 post each; and Tutor – 1 post.
• Professor of Practice in: Sports Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Management – filled through nomination, not walk-in interview.

Walk-in Interview Schedule

Eligibility Criteria

Essential qualifications follow the standard UGC pattern for Assistant Professor, and vary by specialisation:

• Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy, Drug Regulatory Affairs, MBA (Healthcare and Hospital Management), MBA-International Trade Management, Medical Laboratory Technology, Artificial Intelligence in Medicine: A Master’s degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or accredited foreign university, registration with the concerned regulatory body/Council where applicable, and clearance of NET (UGC/CSIR) or SLET/SET, or a Ph.D. degree as per UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009/2016 – subject to specific exemption conditions detailed in the notification.
• Ayurvedic Pharmacy (Bhaishjya Kalpana/Rasa Shastra): MD in Ras Shastra evam Bhaishjya Kalpana/Dravyaguna Vigyan, OR M.Pharm in Ayurveda fulfilling the general qualification norms, plus registration with the concerned regulatory body/Council.
• Physiotherapy: Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy (BPT/BPTh) and a Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy with at least 55% marks, from a recognised University, plus registration with the concerned regulatory body/Council.
• M.Sc. Sports Nutrition: Master’s Degree in Sports Nutrition or M.Sc. in Nutrition & Dietetics/Food and Nutrition/Applied Nutrition/Sports Science with specialisation in Sports Nutrition, minimum 55% marks, at least one year of teaching experience at a National/International institute, and clearance of NET (or Ph.D. exemption as per UGC norms).
• B.Sc. (H) Sports Science: Master’s degree with 55% marks in Physical Education/Sports Biomechanics/Exercise Physiology, plus NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption as per UGC norms.
• Biomedical Sciences: First Class Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences/Biomedical Sciences & Engineering/Computational Science/Life Sciences/Chemistry/Genetics/Pharmacy/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Toxicology/Microbiology/Bio Statistics/Statistics (or related disciplines), plus NET from UGC/ICMR/CSIR/DBT/DST or an accredited SLET/SET.
• B.Sc. Nursing/Nursing Faculty (Principal, Assistant Professor, Tutor): Age, qualifications and experience as per Indian Nursing Council guidelines.
• Guest Faculty – Computer Applications: Master’s degree with 55% marks in Computer Applications; Ph.D. and one year of teaching experience desirable.
• Guest Faculty – French/German Language: Master’s degree in French/German Language from a recognised University or Institution; Ph.D. and one year of teaching/translation experience desirable.

Age Limit

• Faculty on Short-Term Appointment (Assistant Professor): Upper age limit 45 years for UR category, with relaxation as per GNCTD norms for reserved categories. Age is reckoned on the date of the walk-in interview.
• B.Sc. Nursing: Age, qualifications and experience as per Indian Nursing Council guidelines.
• Guest Faculty: Upper age limit 69 years, subject to a maximum engagement age of 70 years.

Salary and Honorarium

• Assistant Professor (Short-Term Appointment): Consolidated salary of Rs.89,435 per month (not eligible for any other allowance, pension or gratuity).
• Guest Faculty: Honorarium as per UGC guidelines (No. F.25-1/2018(PS/MISC.) dated 28.01.2019) – Rs.1,500 per lecture, subject to a maximum of Rs.50,000 per month (not eligible for any other allowance, pension, gratuity or leave).

How to Apply

1. Interested candidates should download the digitally fillable application form from the DPSRU website, https://dpsru.edu.in/.
2. Fill in all columns of the application form – no column should be left blank; mark “N.A.” wherever not applicable. Manually written applications (except the forwarding note) will not be considered.
3. Attend the walk-in interview on the applicable date and time as per the schedule above, carrying the filled application form, original proof of date of birth, educational qualification and experience certificates, a complete set and photocopies of all certificates/documents, and 2 passport-size photographs.
4. Applications without relevant supporting documents (self-attested copies of date of birth, degrees, certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates) will be rejected.
5. Candidates applying for more than one post must bring a separate application for each post.

No TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for attending the presentation/interview. The mode of selection consists of a Presentation and/or Personal Interview.

Recruitment of Professor of Practice

DPSRU has separately invited nominations for Professor of Practice positions in Sports Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Management. This is meant for distinguished experts with a remarkable contribution and at least 15 years of service/experience, preferably at a senior level, in the relevant domain. The role is NOT open to those in the teaching profession, whether serving or retired. A formal academic qualification is not considered essential if the candidate has exemplary professional practice; such experts are exempted from the publication requirements otherwise stipulated for Professor-level recruitment.

The engagement is initially for up to 1 year, with the maximum duration of service as Professor of Practice not exceeding 3 years (extendable by 1 year in exceptional cases, total not exceeding 4 years). Remuneration is a consolidated amount, mutually agreed between the institution and the expert, for part-time or full-time engagement; the role is on a full-time basis, and the appointee is not permitted to take up any other full-time/part-time job outside DPSRU. Nominations, with detailed Bio-Data and a brief write-up on potential contribution, must reach The Registrar, DPSRU, Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, Pushp Vihar, Sector-03, New Delhi-110017, by 24 August 2026, 5:00 PM (by post, or in person from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on working days). Candidates who applied earlier against Advertisement No. DPSRU/MISC/2025/01 dated 26.05.2025 must submit a fresh application.

Important Instructions

• Candidates of only Indian Nationality can apply for these posts.
• Selected candidates have to join the post immediately, within 7 days of receiving the offer of appointment; no extension of joining time is permitted.
• The University reserves the right to withdraw the advertisement partly or wholly, fill or not fill any post, increase/decrease the number of posts, or make changes to the terms and conditions, without assigning any reason.
• Canvassing in any form may lead to disqualification of the candidature.
• Candidates who have obtained degrees/diplomas/certificates from any institution declared fake/de-recognised by UGC/AICTE/PCI are not eligible.
• Any corrigendum/addendum will be published only on the University’s website; applicants are advised to check it regularly.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is DPSRU Teaching Staff Recruitment 2026?

It is a recruitment drive by Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University covering 33 short-term Assistant Professor posts across 13 specialisations, plus Guest Faculty, Nursing Faculty, and Professor of Practice positions.

2. When is the walk-in interview held?

From 17 to 22 August 2026, with a specific date and time assigned to each specialisation, as detailed in the schedule.

3. What is the salary for the short-term Assistant Professor post?

A consolidated salary of Rs.89,435 per month, not eligible for any other allowance, pension or gratuity.

4. What is the honorarium for Guest Faculty?

Rs.1,500 per lecture, subject to a maximum of Rs.50,000 per month, as per UGC guidelines.

5. What is the age limit for the Assistant Professor short-term post?

45 years for UR category, with relaxation as per GNCTD norms for reserved categories; Guest Faculty has an upper age limit of 69 years, with engagement up to 70 years.

6. What is Professor of Practice and how is it different from the other posts?

It is a nomination-based (not walk-in) engagement for distinguished experts with 15+ years of experience in Sports Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences or Management, not open to those in the teaching profession, with nominations due by 24 August 2026, 5:00 PM.

7. Is TA/DA paid for attending the interview?

No. No TA/DA or accommodation is provided for attending the presentation/interview.

8. What is the tenure of the short-term Assistant Professor engagement?

6 months, or till the end of the odd semester, whichever is earlier.

9. Can I apply for more than one specialisation?

Yes, but candidates applying for more than one post must bring a separate application for each post to the interview.

10. How many total Assistant Professor vacancies are there?

33 posts across 13 specialisations, including Pharmacognosy (4), Pharmaceutics and Drug Regulatory Affairs (5), Physiotherapy (3), MBA-Healthcare and Hospital Management (3), and Biomedical Sciences (3).