SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 34 Posts

Sreenarayanaguru Open University has invited online applications for 34 Assistant Professors on contract. This is the SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 notice. The posts are in 16 subjects. The last date is 11 November 2026.

SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Job Overview

SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Application Fee

SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Eligibility: Qualification and Age Limit

Academic

• A Master degree with 55% marks in the concerned subject from an Indian university or an accredited foreign one.
• M.Tech candidates also count for Computer Science and Data Science posts.

Eligibility

• A pass in NET or SET.
• Or a PhD under the UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016.

Relaxation

• 5% marks relaxation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD.

Age limit

• Up to 50 years on 1 January 2026, with relaxation for SC, ST and OBC.

Salary Details

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting on academic record, teaching experience and ODL experience.
2. Shortlisted candidates face an interview, a presentation or a demonstration.

Documents Required

• Photograph and signature.
• Matriculation certificate for age.
• Mark sheets and degrees.
• NET or PhD certificate.
• Experience and publication proof.
• Fee receipt.

How to Apply: Step by Step

1. Open https://sgou.ac.in and fill in the online application.
2. Pay the fee online.
3. Print the form, sign it and attach self-attested copies.
4. Post it to the Registrar, SGOU, Kureepuzha, Kollam so it reaches by 18 November 2026.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• The number of posts is provisional.
• Those who applied to the earlier notice must apply again.
• Only natives of Kerala get the reservation benefit.
• Serving staff must apply through proper channel.

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FAQs: SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the last date for SGOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

The last date is 11 November 2026.

Q2. How many posts are there?

There are 34.

Q3. What is the pay?

₹50,000 per month (consolidated).

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Q4. What is the qualification?

A Master degree with 55% marks, and NET, SET or a PhD.

Q5. What is the age limit?

Up to 50 years on 1 January 2026

Q6. How do I apply?

Apply online at sgou.ac.in by 11 November 2026, then post the hard copy by 18 November 2026.

Q7. Where is the job?

SGOU, Kollam, Kerala.

Q8. Is this a permanent job?

No. It is a contract post.

Q9. What is the selection process?

Shortlisting, then an interview.

Q10. Is there an application fee?

General / OBC: ₹1,000, non-refundable; SC / ST / PwBD: ₹500, non-refundable.