Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) has announced 3 contract vacancies for Assistant Professor (Hindi), Assistant Professor (Microbiology/Biotechnology), and Assistant Professor (Environmental Science) posts in Kottayam. The engagement is purely on a contract basis for the current academic year until 15 April 2027, with a monthly pay of Rs. 40,000 for each post. Qualifications are as per UGC norms. Eligible candidates can apply by email by sending the duly filled proforma attached with the notification along with scanned copies of original documents within 10 days from the date of the notification (about 24 October 2026). Late applications or those not submitted in the prescribed format will be summarily rejected.
MGU Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) |
| Notification No. | Re-Notification 3 (5931/ADA7-1/2026/AD A 7) |
| Notification Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Department(s) | Graduate School, NIPST, IIRBS |
| Posts | Assistant Professor (Hindi), Assistant Professor (Microbiology/Biotechnology), Assistant Professor (Environmental Science) |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Pay | ₹40,000/- per month (Consolidated) |
| Application Fee | The notice does not mention any application fee |
| Contract Term | Current academic year 2026-2027 (till April 15, 2027) |
| Application Mode | Email ([email protected]) |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 10 days from the date of notification (about about 24 October 2026) |
| Enquiry / Contact | Phone: 0481 - 2731020, 2733300 | Registrar: 0481 - 2731007 | Email: [email protected], [email protected] | Website: www.mgu.ac.in |
The official notification does not mention the application fee or the selection process.
About MGU Recruitment 2026
Mahatma Gandhi University, established by the Kerala State Legislature under Notification No. 3431/Leg. C1/85/Law dated 17th April 1985, is situated at Priyadarshini Hills P.O., Kottayam, Kerala - 686 560. For enquiries, candidates may contact 0481 - 2731020, 2733300 or Registrar: 0481 - 2731007, or email [email protected] / [email protected] (website: www.mgu.ac.in). The present recruitment is conducted under Re-Notification 3 for temporary teaching positions across university centres and schools for the 2026–2027 academic session.
Department-wise Vacancies
A total of 3 contract vacancies have been notified across university centres and schools.
| SL NO | DISCIPLINE | CENTRE/ SCHOOL | VACANCY | RESERVATION IF ANY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HINDI | GRADUATE SCHOOL | 1 | *LC/AI |
| 2 | MICROBIOLOGY/ BIOTECHNOLOGY | NIPST | 1 | **PH Deaf |
| 3 | ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE | IIRBS | 1 | *V |
* In the absence of applicants from the specified reservation category, applicants belonging to other reserved categories will be considered. In the absence of applicants belonging to other reserved categories, applicants from the Open Competition category (OC) will be considered.
** In the absence of applicants from the specific differently-abled category, applicants from other differently-abled categories will be considered; in their absence, applicants from other reserved categories will be considered; and in the absence of those as well, applicants from the OC category will be considered.
Abbreviations: LC/AI - Latin Catholic / Anglo Indian, PH - Differently Abled, V - Viswakarma, EWS - Economically Weaker Section, OC - Open Competition.
Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Hindi) | As per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Microbiology/Biotechnology) | As per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Environmental Science) | As per UGC norms |
Candidates who obtained Degree/Ph.D. from Universities/Institutions outside the State of Keralam shall submit an equivalency/eligibility certificate obtained from Mahatma Gandhi University. Refer to the official notification for discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
MGU Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
As per the UGC Regulations regarding the appointment of Assistant Professors. Teachers who retired from Colleges/ Universities will also be considered subject to the condition that the maximum age limit shall be 70 years as on 01.01.2026.
Pay and Terms
The engagement carries a consolidated pay of ₹40,000/- per month. The appointment is purely on a contract basis for the academic year 2026–2027 (till April 15, 2027). The selected candidates shall execute an agreement with the University as per the existing norms.
How to Apply for MGU Recruitment 2026
- Fill in the application proforma attached to the official notification with all required personal, educational, teaching, and research details.
- Compile scanned copies of all supporting original certificates and documents into digital format.
- Send the completed proforma and scanned documents via email to [email protected] within 10 days from the date of the notification (about 24 October 2026).
Documents Required
- Duly filled proforma attached with the notification
- Proof of age
- Proof of community reservation (Community Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate issued by the authorities concerned)
- Differently Abled Category / EWS certificate (as per State Govt. Criteria) issued by the Competent Authority, if applicable
- Qualifications proof (Mark lists and Degree Certificates)
- Proof that journals are approved by UGC / peer-reviewed
- Impact factor documentation of published articles
- Experience certificate
- Awards certificates
- Proof for CGPA to percentage conversion
- Proof of all other additional qualifications
- Equivalency/eligibility certificate from Mahatma Gandhi University (for candidates with Degree/Ph.D. from institutions outside the State of Keralam)
MGU Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Natives of States other than Keralam need not apply for the post notified exclusively under the community reservation quota.
- In the case of teaching experience in guest/contract/temporary positions, service shall be counted only after acquiring minimum qualifications stipulated by the UGC for the post of assistant professor.
- Late applications and the applications that are not submitted in the prescribed format or without the scanned copies of certificates to prove age, community, creamy layer status, educational qualification, experience, CGPA to percentage conversion, impact factor of the published articles, equivalency/ eligibility will summarily be rejected.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | MGU Assistant Professor Re-Notification 3 and Proforma |
| Application Form | Download Proforma Form |
| Official Website | Mahatma Gandhi University Official Portal |
