Central University of Kerala Teaching Recruitment 2026 - 48 Vacancies for Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor

Central University of Kerala (CUK) has released two official notifications dated 10 June 2026 inviting applications for 48 teaching posts across regular departments and the Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP). Online applications open from 11 June 2026 at 4:00 PM and close on 10 July 2026 at 11:59 PM. The hard copy of the application must reach the university by 25 July 2026 at 5:00 PM. Eligible Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India may apply online through https://curec.samarth.ac.in.

Central University of Kerala - Quick Summary

• Download Central University of Kerala Non-ITEP Notification PDF
• Download  Central University of Kerala ITEP Notification PDF

Central University of Kerala - Important Dates

Candidates must plan carefully, as this recruitment has two separate deadlines - one for the online application and another for the physical hard copy. Missing either will result in summary rejection.

The eligibility and qualifications prescribed in the notification will be reckoned as on the closing date of online application, i.e., 10 July 2026. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to avoid postal delay or technical failures - the university accepts no responsibility for delayed submissions.

Central University of Kerala - Vacancy Breakdown

Non-ITEP Teaching Posts - 30 Vacancies

Central University of Kerala is recruiting for 30 posts across regular departments under notification CUK/RC/10/TEACH/EN/2026. The posts include existing as well as anticipated vacancies.

Professor (08 Posts)

Associate Professor (07 Posts)

Assistant Professor (15 Posts)

ITEP Teaching Posts - 18 Vacancies

The School of Education's Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) is recruiting 18 posts for teaching in the B.Sc-B.Ed, B.A-B.Ed, and B.Com-B.Ed integrated programmes under notification CUK/RC/11/TEACH/ITEP/EN/2026.

Associate Professor (01 Post)

Assistant Professor (17 Posts)

Central University of Kerala Teaching Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Pay Scale

The pay scales for Central University of Kerala teaching posts are fixed as per UGC/Government of India norms. Appointed candidates will be governed by the National Pension Scheme (NPS), and pay will be revised as per rules issued from time to time.

Note: The ITEP notification does not include a Professor-level post. Associate Professor in ITEP carries the same Academic Level 13A pay scale and Assistant Professor the same Academic Level 10 pay scale as the Non-ITEP posts.

Central University of Kerala Teaching Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications for Non-ITEP Posts

The essential qualifications for all Non-ITEP posts are governed by the UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education, 2018, and subsequent amendments. Candidates should verify the latest UGC/Ministry of Education guidelines, as changes issued after this advertisement will become mandatory from their respective dates of effect.

For ITEP Posts, qualifications are as per the National Council for Teacher Education (Recognition, Norms and Procedure) Regulations, 2014, and subsequent amendments.

ITEP - Associate Professor (Sciences or Mathematics)

Essential qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Sciences or Mathematics with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade in a point-scale)
• Master's Degree in Education with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Education
• Minimum 8 years of teaching and/or research experience at an academic/research position equivalent to Assistant Professor level, with a minimum of 7 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of 75 as per Appendix II, Table 2 of UGC Regulations, 2018

Desirable: Diploma or Degree in Educational Administration or Leadership.

ITEP - Assistant Professor (Liberal Discipline and Pedagogy)

The essential requirements common to all Liberal Discipline and Pedagogy posts are:

• (i) Post-Graduate degree in the concerned subject with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade in a point-scale) - subject-specific requirements are listed below
• (ii) Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade)
• (iii) National Eligibility Test or Doctor of Philosophy in Education or in the concerned subject, as prescribed by UGC for these categories of posts

Subject-specific PG degree requirements for ITEP Assistant Professor posts:

Desirable for Liberal Discipline and Pedagogy posts: (i) Master of Education or M.Ed with specialization; (ii) Ph.D in Education.

ITEP - Assistant Professor (Educational Studies)

• (i) Post-Graduate degree in Education (M.Ed) with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade)
• (ii) National Eligibility Test or Doctor of Philosophy in Education, or any other qualification prescribed by UGC for these categories of posts

Desirable: Master's degree in Psychology, Philosophy, Sociology, or their allied subjects.

Marks Relaxation

A relaxation of 5% (from 55% to 50%) in qualifying marks at Graduate and Masters level is available to SC/ST/PwBD/OBC (Non-creamy layer) candidates for the purpose of eligibility and assessment of good academic record. This relaxation is applicable based only on qualifying marks, excluding any grace marks.

A relaxation of 5% (from 55% to 50%) also applies to Ph.D. degree holders who obtained their Master's degree prior to 19 September 1991.

Where a university follows a grading system, a relevant grade regarded as equivalent to 55% by that university shall be considered valid. Candidates must submit a certificate of conversion from the degree-awarding university at the time of interview.

Important Notes on Experience

• The time taken to acquire M.Phil. and/or Ph.D. degrees will not be counted as teaching/research experience.
• Active service spent simultaneously pursuing a Research Degree while on teaching assignment without taking leave shall be counted as teaching experience.
• Offer letters, Appointment Orders, Joining Reports, and Relieving Orders will not be accepted as Experience Certificates. Experience certificates must clearly specify the break-up of service, scale of pay, and nature of appointment (Regular, Contract, Temporary, etc.) as per Clause 10 of UGC Regulations, 2018.

Central University of Kerala Teaching Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee

The online application fee for Central University of Kerala Teaching Recruitment 2026 is Rs. 2,000/-. Women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are fully exempted from the application fee. The fee is non-refundable.

Payment must be made online through Credit Card, Debit Card, NEFT, or Net Banking. A copy of the transaction receipt should be enclosed along with the hard copy of the application.

Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)

Two posts in this combined recruitment are specifically reserved for PwBD candidates. Only candidates with a minimum 40% disability are eligible to apply under PwBD reservation. Candidates whose disability falls under the 'likely to improve' or temporary disability category are not eligible for reservation; only progressive, non-progressive, or not-likely-to-improve conditions qualify.

Candidates must upload the Disability Certificate in the prescribed format as per Rule 18(1) of Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 (Form V, Form VI, or Form VII as applicable), issued by the Competent Authority, and must forward a copy of the certificate along with the hard copy of the application.

How to Apply

This recruitment requires two mandatory steps - submitting the online application AND sending a hard copy by post. Completing only the online form is insufficient; applications where the hard copy is not received in time will be summarily rejected.

1. Visit the application portal: Go to https://curec.samarth.ac.in (CU Chayan Portal).
2. Register and fill the online application form for the specific post you are applying for. Note your Online Registration Number.
3. Upload supporting documents - SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layer)/PwBD certificates as applicable, educational qualification documents, experience certificates, and disability certificates (if applicable).
4. Pay the application fee online (Credit/Debit Card, NEFT, Net Banking) if applicable. Save the transaction receipt.
5. Candidates already in service must upload an Endorsement/NOC from their employer. If unable to upload at the time of application, upload an undertaking that the NOC/Endorsement will be submitted with the hard copy or at the time of interview. Failure to produce NOC at interview will disqualify the candidate.
6. Submit the online application before 10 July 2026 at 11:59 PM.
7. Prepare the hard copy: Print one copy of the completed application form. Attach self-attested copies of all documents claimed in the online application. Number all supporting documents serially; the serial numbers must correspond to the relevant entries in the hard copy.
8. Superscribe the envelope with: Name of Candidate | Online Registration No | Notification No | Post Applied for.
9. Dispatch the hard copy by post/courier to: The Recruitment Cell, Central University of Kerala, Tejaswini Hills, Periye, Kasaragod, Kerala – 671325. The hard copy must be received before 5:00 PM on 25 July 2026.

Candidates possessing foreign degrees must submit an Equivalence Certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) at the time of interview.

Selection Process

Central University of Kerala will shortlist candidates based on their qualifications and experience, and call them for a personal interview. Meeting the minimum prescribed qualifications alone does not guarantee an interview call - where the number of applications is large, the university may restrict candidates to a higher threshold of qualifications and experience at its discretion.

The selection stages are:

1. Scrutiny of online applications against prescribed eligibility criteria
2. Shortlisting - based on qualifications and experience beyond the minimum (at university's discretion)
3. Personal Interview - shortlisted candidates are notified by email only; call letters are issued through email only
4. Document verification at the time of interview
5. Medical fitness certificate from the university-specified medical board (if selected and appointed)

SC/ST/PwBD outstation candidates (residing beyond 30 km from the interview venue) who are called for interview will be reimbursed single second-class railway fare from station to station, on production of ticket and proof of category, as per Government of India rules. This concession does not apply to SC/ST/PwBD candidates already in Central or State Government services.

All correspondence from the university - including call letters - will be through email only. Candidates must keep their registered email ID active throughout the recruitment process. Queries may be directed to [email protected].

Important Notes on Eligibility and Documents

Several conditions frequently lead to disqualification that candidates should be aware of. Degrees or diplomas obtained from institutions declared fake or derecognized by UGC at the time of obtaining the degree will render the candidate ineligible. The proof of peer-reviewed journal status, Impact Factor, and authorship claims must be supported by valid documents - scores will not be allotted without valid proof. Once appointed, faculty may be required to teach UG, PG, or other programmes and serve at any place/centre as notified by the university, in addition to regular teaching and research duties.

Troubleshooting and Common Mistakes to Avoid

Even experienced applicants make avoidable errors in central university recruitment. Here are the most common pitfalls:

Missing the hard copy deadline is the most frequent cause of rejection. The online form and the hard copy are both mandatory. Many candidates submit the online form on the last day and fail to dispatch the hard copy in time for it to be received by 25 July 2026 at 5:00 PM. Post or courier well in advance.

Incorrect serial numbering of documents causes processing delays. Every document enclosed with the hard copy must be serially numbered, and those numbers must be cross-referenced against the relevant entries in the application form.

Experience certificates that don't meet UGC Clause 10 requirements are a very common issue for this type of recruitment. Offer letters, appointment orders, joining reports, and relieving orders are explicitly not accepted. Ensure your experience certificate specifies: period of service, scale of pay, nature of appointment (Regular/Contract/Temporary), and nature of the organisation.

Envelope not superscribed correctly can lead to misrouting. The envelope must clearly mention the candidate's name, Online Registration Number, Notification Number (from page 2 against each post), and Post Applied for.

Uploading a NOC from the employer is mandatory for candidates in service. If the NOC is not available at the time of online submission, upload a signed undertaking stating it will be submitted with the hard copy - but do not leave it until the interview, as candidates without NOC will not be permitted to attend.

Grading system candidates must submit a conversion certificate from their university. Stating CGPA without an official conversion document is not accepted; percentages must be mentioned in the online form calculated as per university norms.

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