Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS), Hyderabad, Telangana, has invited applications for 4 posts in 3 roles under Advt No. CESS/Faculty/1/2026. The posts include Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor [Contract position for a period of three years]. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 15 November 2026.
The posts are for Hyderabad. Qualification required: Ph.D in relevant discipline with required publications and experience. The pay is Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 2,18,200, depending on the post. Selection is by shortlisting of candidates for interview based on Academic Score and interview. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 15 November 2026
- Vacancies: 4, in 3 roles
- How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
- Pay: Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 2,18,200, depending on the post
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Place: Hyderabad
CESS Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS), Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Post Name | Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor [Contract position for a period of three years] |
| No of Posts | 4 |
| Advt No | CESS/Faculty/1/2026 |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Pay | Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 2,18,200, depending on the post |
| Place of Posting | Hyderabad |
| Qualification | Ph.D in relevant discipline with required publications and experience |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 15 November 2026 |
| Send Application To | The Director, Centre for Economic and Social Studies, Nizamiah Observatory Campus, Begumpet, Hyderabad-500016 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
CESS Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. CESS/Faculty/1/2026 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download CESS notification PDF
Vacancy Details and Pay
| Post | Posts | Pay | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 1 | Level - 14 (Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200 ) | Minimum of 10 years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, or research experience at equivalent level |
| Assistant Professor | 2 | Level - 10 (Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400 ) | Not specified |
| Assistant Professor [Contract position for a period of three years] | 1 | Level - 10 (Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400 ) | Not specified |
| Total | 4 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Assistant Professor [Contract position for a period of three years] | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Who Can Apply for CESS Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Ph.D degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline; Minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals; Total research score of 120 | Minimum of 10 years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, or research experience at equivalent level |
| Assistant Professor | Master's Degree with at least 55% marks in the concerned/allied subject; Cleared NET/SLET/SET or awarded a Ph.D Degree | Not specified |
| Assistant Professor [Contract position for a period of three years] | Master's Degree in Economics - Public Finance with 55% marks, NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D | Not specified |
Other conditions:
- Applicants employed in Government, Semi-Government, Autonomous bodies must send applications through proper channel or produce NOC.
Who Cannot Apply for CESS Recruitment 2026
- Candidates who canvass will be disqualified
- Applications of in-service candidates not routed through proper channel are invalid
CESS Job Description
In addition to being involved in Research Projects of the Centre, all the above positions (Professor / Assistant Professor) are required to be actively involved in teaching for the Ph. D Programme of the Centre and supervision of scholars.
Post-wise Details
Professor (1 post)
Qualification required: Ph.D degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline; Minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals; Total research score of 120. Experience required: Minimum of 10 years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, or research experience at equivalent level. Pay: Level - 14 (Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200 ).
Assistant Professor (2 posts)
Qualification required: Master's Degree with at least 55% marks in the concerned/allied subject; Cleared NET/SLET/SET or awarded a Ph.D Degree. Pay: Level - 10 (Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400 ).
Assistant Professor [Contract position for a period of three years] (1 post)
Qualification required: Master's Degree in Economics - Public Finance with 55% marks, NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. Pay: Level - 10 (Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400 ).
Pay and Terms of Engagement
Basic pay applicable is 55% of 7th CPC and 45% of 6th CPC, as the ICSSR salary grant is restricted to these percentages.
- Post at serial number 3 is a contract position for a period of three years.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date of Application | 15 November 2026 |
How Will CESS Select Candidates?
- Shortlisting of candidates for interview based on Academic Score
- Interview
- Short-listing of candidates for interview based on Academic Score as specified in UGC Guidelines 2018
- Selection based on performance in interview
Documents to Enclose
- UG Degree certificate and Marks/Grade sheets
- Ph. D Degree Certificate
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Document Demonstrating Teaching Experience and/or Research Experience
- Publication Details
- Caste Certificate for Reservation
- Three references
How to Apply for CESS Recruitment 2026 Offline
- Apply in the prescribed application format specifying required information.
- Enclose required degree certificates, marks/grade sheets, proof of date of birth, experience certificates, and publication details.
- Send the completed application by post to the Director, Centre for Economic and Social Studies on or before 15th November 2026.
Other Points to Note
- The decision of the selection committee will be final.
- Any form of Canvassing will be a disqualification.
- Reservation is applicable as per Government of India rules.
CESS Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download CESS notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for CESS Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit CESS official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Centre for Economic and Social Studies, Advertisement No. CESS/Faculty/1/2026, dated 26 October 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.