Pandit Shambhu Nath Shukla University (PTSNS University), Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh has released an official notification inviting online applications from eligible candidates for 19 Professor posts across 18 subjects. The advertisement, dated 23 June 2026, is for regular faculty positions at Academic Pay Level-14. Online applications open on 30 June 2026, and the last date to apply online is 30 July 2026. This article covers every detail available in the official notification, including vacancy breakup, eligibility, application fee, selection process, and how to apply.
PTSNS University Professor Recruitment 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Pandit Shambhu Nath Shukla University, Shahdol (M.P.) |
| Post Name | Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 19 |
| Pay Level | Academic Pay Level-14 (₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200) |
| Notification Date | 23 June 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | ptsnsuniversity.ac.in/recruitment |
PTSNS University Professor Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
- Opening date of online application portal: 30 June 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last date for submission of online application: 30 July 2026 (till 5:30 PM)
- Last date for receipt of hard copy of application: 10 August 2026 (till 5:30 PM)
Applications or supporting documents received after these dates will not be accepted, registered, or considered under any circumstances, as stated in the official notification.
PTSNS University Professor Vacancy 2026 Subject-Wise Details
The university has advertised 19 Professor posts spread across 18 subjects. The category-wise reservation breakup (UR/ST/SC/OBC/EWS) is available in the detailed advertisement booklet on the university website. Below is the subject-wise vacancy distribution:
| S. No. | Post Name (Subject) | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professor - Biotechnology | 1 |
| 2 | Professor - Botany | 1 |
| 3 | Professor - Chemistry | 2 |
| 4 | Professor - Commerce | 1 |
| 5 | Professor - Computer Science | 1 |
| 6 | Professor - Economics | 1 |
| 7 | Professor - Electronics | 1 |
| 8 | Professor - English | 1 |
| 9 | Professor - Fisheries | 1 |
| 10 | Professor - Geography | 1 |
| 11 | Professor - Hindi | 1 |
| 12 | Professor - History | 1 |
| 13 | Professor - Mathematics | 1 |
| 14 | Professor - Physics | 1 |
| 15 | Professor - Political Science | 1 |
| 16 | Professor - Sanskrit | 1 |
| 17 | Professor - Sociology | 1 |
| 18 | Professor - Zoology | 1 |
| Total | 19 | |
Category-wise total across all subjects: UR - 06, ST - 03, SC - 03, OBC - 05, EWS - 02.
PTSNS University Professor Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following essential qualifications, prescribed as per UGC Regulations 2018 (and subsequent amendments):
- An eminent scholar holding a Ph.D. degree in the concerned, allied, or relevant discipline, and actively engaged in research.
- A minimum of ten (10) years of teaching experience in a university or college, or research experience at an equivalent level.
- A minimum of ten (10) research publications in peer-reviewed journals, or journals indexed in Scopus/Web of Science, or UGC-listed journals, with the applicable total research score.
- Evidence of academic leadership and of securing sponsored research projects.
A relaxation of 5% is provided at the Master's level for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwBD candidates.
PTSNS University Professor 2026 Salary Structure
Selected candidates will be placed at Academic Pay Level-14, ₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200, as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). Pay, allowances, leave, pension, and Provident Fund matters will follow UGC and Government of Madhya Pradesh rules, subject to amendments from time to time. No further salary breakup (DA, HRA, etc.) is specified in the notification.
PTSNS University Professor Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹2,000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | ₹1,500/- |
The fee must be paid online through the integrated payment gateway during the application process.
How to Apply Online for PTSNS University Professor Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official recruitment portal: https://ptsnsuniversity.ac.in/recruitment and apply online.
- Upload self-attested copies of all degrees, mark sheets, experience certificates, category certificates, and research publication proofs.
- After successful online submission, download the system-generated application form, sign it, and affix a passport-sized photograph.
- Send the printout of the application along with all self-attested enclosures in a sealed envelope via Speed Post, Registered Post, or by hand to the address below.
- Superscribe the envelope clearly: "Application for the post of Professor in the Subject - __", along with the advertisement number and date.
Address for Sending Hard Copy
The Registrar,
Administration Block,
Pandit Shambhu Nath Shukla University,
Shahdol (M.P.), Pin - 484001
PTSNS University Professor Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- A Scrutiny Committee constituted by the university will screen all valid applications using a point-based system.
- Shortlisting will be based on validation of the Academic/Research Score (API Score) as specified in Appendix II, Table 2 of the UGC Regulations 2018.
- Only candidates meeting the minimum required cumulative research score across categories (teaching, research publications, projects, patents, and policy documents) will proceed to the interview shortlist. Candidates must present verified proof of these at the time of interview.
- The Scrutiny Committee will independently verify the impact factor and indexing (Scopus/Web of Science/UGC-CARE) of submitted publications.
- Shortlist ratio for interview: For 1 vacant post, the top 20 eligible candidates based on the score matrix will be called. For every additional post, 5 additional candidates will be called. In case of a tie in scores at the cutoff mark, all tied candidates will be called for interview.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview; no TA/DA will be paid for attending the selection process.
- Only email will be sent to shortlisted candidates for interview calls.
Required Documents for PTSNS University Professor Recruitment 2026
- Self-attested copies of all degrees and mark sheets
- Experience certificates
- Category certificates (Caste Certificate, EWS Income and Asset Certificate, PwBD Certificate, as applicable, issued by competent authority as per Madhya Pradesh format)
- Research publication proofs
- NOC from current employer (if applicable)
- Signed, system-generated application form with passport-sized photograph
PTSNS University Professor Recruitment 2026 General Instructions
- The university reserves the right to change the number of posts, or leave any post unfilled, without assigning any reason.
- Applications and documents received after the closing deadline will be summarily rejected, regardless of the postal dispatch date.
- Reservation benefits are applicable as per Government of Madhya Pradesh rules for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/Women/PwBD candidates domiciled in Madhya Pradesh.
- Candidates from other states will be treated under the Unreserved category.
- If an OBC or EWS certificate is later found invalid, the candidature or appointment will be terminated with immediate effect without further notice.
- Mere possession of minimum eligibility does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview; shortlisting is based on the Scrutiny Committee's evaluation.
- If documents are later found to be fake or a candidate is found to have suppressed a clandestine background, the service will be terminated.
- The university reserves the right to alter or add corrections to the advertisement before the last date of application; candidates should regularly check the official website for updates.