Sibsagar University Recruitment 2026

Sibsagar University Recruitment 2026

Sibsagar University, Joysagar (Assam) has invited applications for the posts of Controller of Examinations, Deputy Registrar and Deputy Controller of Examinations, 3 posts in total, on the university’s non-teaching establishment. Interested and eligible candidates may apply on or before 30 September 2026.

Sibsagar University Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Post-wise Vacancy, Pay Level and Term

Eligibility Criteria

Controller of Examinations

• Master’s degree with at least 55% marks; and
• 15 years’ experience as Assistant Professor at Academic Level-11 and above or 8 years’ service as Associate Professor/Professor at Academic Level-12 and above, with educational administration experience; OR
• Comparable experience in a research establishment; OR
• 15 years’ administrative experience, of which at least 8 years must be as Deputy Controller of Examinations or an equivalent post.

Desirable: Experience of conducting/assisting university examinations at an executive level, and knowledge of computer applications/software relevant to examination work.

Deputy Registrar

• Master’s degree with at least 55% marks; and
• 9 years’ experience as Assistant Professor at Academic Level-10 and above with educational administration experience; OR
• Comparable experience in a research establishment; OR
• 5 years’ administrative experience as Assistant Registrar or an equivalent post.

Desirable: Knowledge of computer applications/software, and experience in establishment, academic or financial administration.

Deputy Controller of Examinations

• Master’s degree in any subject with at least 55% marks; and
• 9 years’ experience as Assistant Professor at Academic Level-10 and above with educational administration experience; OR
• Comparable experience in a research establishment; OR
• 5 years’ administrative experience as Assistant Registrar or an equivalent post.

Desirable: Experience of conducting/assisting university examinations at an executive level, and knowledge of computer applications/software.

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Application Fee

Candidates must submit an application fee of Rs. 2,000/- (Rs. 1,000/- for SC/ST candidates) in the form of a non-refundable Demand Draft drawn in favour of “Sibsagar University General Fund”, payable at Sivasagar.

How to Apply

1. Download the detailed advertisement and prescribed application form from the university’s official website, www.sibsagaruniversity.ac.in.
2. Fill up the application form (typed, except signature) and attach self-attested copies of all supporting certificates and testimonials.
3. Enclose the non-refundable Demand Draft of the requisite fee, drawn in favour of “Sibsagar University General Fund”, payable at Sivasagar.
4. Prepare four (4) sets of the complete application with supporting documents.
5. Superscribe the envelope with “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ___________” and send it to: The Registrar, Sibsagar University, Joysagar, Sivasagar – 785665, Assam.
6. Ensure the application reaches the university on or before 30 September 2026. The university is not responsible for any postal or courier delay.

General Instructions and Terms of Service

• Applications must be typed, except for the candidate’s signature.
• The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
• In-service candidates must apply through the proper channel along with a No Objection Certificate (NOC), or produce the NOC on the day of interview, failing which they will be debarred from appearing.
• Applications received after the last date will be summarily rejected; incomplete applications will also be rejected.
• A Screening Committee will scrutinize all applications received; only eligible candidates will be called for further selection process.
• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the written test/interview.
• Canvassing in any form, or any attempt at impersonation, will lead to disqualification and may invite legal action.
• The initial appointment will be purely temporary/provisional and will be confirmed only after successful completion of a minimum probation period of 1 year, extendable at the university’s discretion.
• Selected candidates must produce a medical fitness certificate from the Joint Director of Health Services or a Government Medical Officer before joining; the university may also require examination by its own appointed doctor.
• A certificate of good conduct from the last institution attended or served must be submitted along with the application.
• The university reserves the right to withdraw any advertised post, and to fill or not fill any post, without assigning any reason.

Why These Posts Sit at the Heart of University Administration

The Controller of Examinations, Deputy Registrar and Deputy Controller of Examinations posts are among the most senior non-teaching administrative positions in any university, directly responsible for the conduct of examinations, maintenance of academic records, and day-to-day administrative governance. Given the seniority of these roles, Sibsagar University has structured eligibility around a combination of academic and administrative experience rather than fresh qualifications alone, reflecting the level of responsibility these posts carry.

Understanding the “Full Term Basis” Appointment for Controller of Examinations

Unlike the Deputy Registrar and Deputy Controller of Examinations posts, which are explicitly capped at a 5-year term or superannuation, whichever is earlier, the Controller of Examinations post is advertised on a “full term basis,” suggesting a longer or open-ended tenure structure for this senior-most post among the three, subject to the university’s statutes and the incumbent’s continued fitness for office.

Comparing the Alternate Eligibility Routes

All three posts offer candidates three distinct eligibility routes: an academic route through prior service as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor at the specified Academic Level with administrative experience, a research-establishment route for those with comparable experience outside direct teaching, and a pure administrative route through prior service as Deputy Controller of Examinations, Assistant Registrar, or equivalent. Candidates should carefully assess which of these three routes their own career trajectory best fits before applying, since meeting even one of the three routes in full is sufficient.

Importance of the No Objection Certificate for In-Service Candidates

Since in-service candidates are required to apply through the proper channel along with a No Objection Certificate, or produce it on the day of interview failing which they will be debarred, currently employed candidates should initiate the NOC process with their existing employer well ahead of the 30 September 2026 deadline, given that obtaining such clearance from government or institutional employers can often take several weeks.

What the Probation and Confirmation Process Means for Selected Candidates

Since the initial appointment for all three posts is purely temporary and confirmed only after a minimum one-year probation period, extendable at the university’s discretion, selected candidates should understand that the offer does not guarantee immediate permanent status, and that continued employment beyond probation will depend on satisfactory performance during this period, as assessed by the university.

Preparing a Compliant Application Package

Given the requirement for four complete sets of the application with supporting documents, candidates should plan their document preparation well in advance, ensuring all testimonials and certificates are self-attested, the Demand Draft is correctly drawn in favour of “Sibsagar University General Fund” payable at Sivasagar, and the envelope is properly superscribed with the post applied for, since applications not meeting these formatting requirements risk rejection by the Screening Committee.

About Sibsagar University

Sibsagar University, located at Joysagar in the historic town of Sivasagar, Assam, is a state university established to promote higher education in the region, with a mandate to conduct examinations and manage academic administration for its affiliated colleges and departments. This recruitment for senior examination and registrar-level administrative posts will strengthen the university’s core academic governance functions as it continues to expand its administrative capacity.

Final Word

Eligible candidates for the Controller of Examinations, Deputy Registrar or Deputy Controller of Examinations posts should prepare four sets of their application with the prescribed Demand Draft and supporting documents, and send them to The Registrar, Sibsagar University, Joysagar, Sivasagar – 785665, Assam, by post, on or before 30 September 2026.

Important Links

• Notification PDF
• Official Website
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• WhatsApp Channel
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What posts are advertised by Sibsagar University?

Controller of Examinations, Deputy Registrar and Deputy Controller of Examinations, 3 posts total.

2. What is the last date to apply?

30 September 2026.

3. What is the application fee?

Rs. 2,000/- (Rs. 1,000/- for SC/ST), via non-refundable Demand Draft in favour of “Sibsagar University General Fund”.

4. What is the pay level for Controller of Examinations?

Academic Level-14, Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200.

5. What is the pay level for Deputy Registrar and Deputy Controller of Examinations?

Academic Level-12, Rs. 78,800 – 2,11,500.

6. What is the age limit?

55 years, as on 01-01-2026, for all three posts.

7. How do I apply?

By post, in four sets, to The Registrar, Sibsagar University, Joysagar, Sivasagar – 785665, Assam.

8. Is a No Objection Certificate required?

Yes, for in-service candidates, either at the time of application or on the day of interview.

9. What is the term for Deputy Registrar and Deputy Controller of Examinations?

5 years or till superannuation, whichever is earlier.

10. Is TA/DA paid for the interview?

No, TA/DA is not admissible for the written test/interview.

11. Is the initial appointment permanent?

No, it is purely temporary and confirmed only after a minimum 1 year probation.

12. Where can I download the application form?

From the official website, www.sibsagaruniversity.ac.in.

13. What happens to late applications?

They are summarily rejected.

14. Who issues this advertisement?

Sibsagar University, Joysagar, Sivasagar, Assam (Advt. No. SU/F&AO/GIA-Recruit-Advt/14/2026/30).

15. Is a medical fitness certificate required?

Yes, before joining, from the Joint Director of Health Services or a Government Medical Officer.