Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) Assistant Professor Notification 2026 has been released on 24th July 2026 on the official website www.nagpuruniversity.ac.in. A total of 139 vacancies have been announced through the RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 59 years of age who have a Master's degree with the prescribed qualifying marks in the relevant discipline along with NET/SET or Ph.D. (as applicable), or other discipline-specific qualifications as prescribed in the notification are eligible to apply for these Assistant Professor vacancies. The online application process for RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 has already commenced and will remain open until 10th August 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
- Notification PDF For RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
- Apply Online For Assistant Professor Posts
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RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), Nagpur |
| Advertisement Number | RTMNU/GA/657 |
| Notification Date | 24th July 2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (Contractual Basis) |
| Total Vacancies | 139 |
| Job Location | Nagpur, Maharashtra |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Start/End | Last date: 10th August 2026 (start date not specified in notification) |
| Salary | Rs. 40,000/- per month (consolidated) |
| Contract Period | From date of joining till 30th April 2027 |
| Official Website | www.nagpuruniversity.ac.in |
RTMNU Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date/Status |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 24th July 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 10th August 2026 |
The University has not specified exact dates for the eligibility list or interview schedule in the notification. Candidates should regularly check the official RTMNU website for updates.
RTMNU Assistant Professor Vacancy Details 2026
The 139 posts are distributed across seven broad categories (A to G) as per the official notification. Department-wise and category-wise breakup is given below.
(A) Post Graduate Teaching Departments - Faculty of Humanities (Languages)
| S. No. | Subject/Department | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | English | 02 |
| 2 | Hindi | 01 |
| 3 | Linguistics, Foreign & Indian Languages (Linguistics) | 01 |
| 4 | Linguistics, Foreign & Indian Languages (German) | 01 |
| 5 | Marathi | 02 |
| 6 | Pali & Prakrit | 01 |
| 7 | Urdu | 03 |
| 8 | Sanskrit | 01 |
(B) Post Graduate Teaching Departments - Faculty of Humanities (Social Sciences)
| S. No. | Subject/Department | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambedkar Thought | 02 |
| 2 | Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology | 04 |
| 3 | Economics | 01 |
| 4 | Gandhian Thought | 02 |
| 5 | History | 05 |
| 6 | Philosophy | 03 |
| 7 | Political Science | 05 |
| 8 | Psychology | 03 |
| 9 | Public Administration | 02 |
| 10 | Sociology | 04 |
| 11 | Travel & Tourism | 01 |
| 12 | Travel & Tourism (Archaeology) | 01 |
| 13 | Social Work | 01 |
(C) Post Graduate Teaching Departments - Faculty of Science & Technology (Sciences)
| S. No. | Subject/Department | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Botany | 03 |
| 2 | Chemistry | 04 |
| 3 | Computer Science | 02 |
| 4 | Electronics | 02 |
| 5 | Geography | 01 |
| 6 | Geology (Structural Geology/Stratigraphy/Palaeontology/Watershed Management) | 01 |
| 7 | Mathematics | 04 |
| 8 | Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering | 03 |
| 9 | Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutics/Quality Assurance) | 03 |
| 10 | Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Quality Assurance) | 03 |
| 11 | Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacology) | 01 |
| 12 | Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacognosy) | 01 |
| 13 | Physics | 03 |
| 14 | Statistics | 03 |
| 15 | Zoology (Animal Physiology) | 01 |
| 16 | Zoology (Entomology) | 01 |
| 17 | Zoology (Mammalian Reproductive Physiology) | 01 |
| 18 | Zoology (Fish & Fishery) | 01 |
| 19 | Zoology | 01 |
| 20 | Home Science (Food Science & Nutrition) | 02 |
| 21 | Home Science (Resource Management) | 01 |
| 22 | Inter Institutional Computer Centre (Master in Computer Applications) | 02 |
(D) Post Graduate Teaching Department - Faculty of Commerce & Management
| S. No. | Subject/Department | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business Management | 04 |
| 2 | Commerce | 03 |
(E) Post Graduate Teaching Department - Faculty of Inter-disciplinary Studies
| S. No. | Subject/Department | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fine Arts | 02 |
| 2 | P.G. Education | 04 |
| 3 | P.G. Education (Psychology of Education) | 01 |
| 4 | Physical Education | 02 |
| 5 | Library & Information Science | 03 |
| 6 | Mass Communication | 06 |
(F) University's Centres of Specialized Studies
| S. No. | Subject/Department | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Centre for Buddhist Studies | 02 |
| 2 | Centre for Sericulture & Bioresource Management Research | 02 |
| 3 | Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Adhyasan Kendra | 01 |
(G) Conducted Colleges/School of the University (Education/Law)
| S. No. | Department | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University's Br. S. K. Wankhede College of Education | 06 |
| 2 | University's Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law | 08 |
| 3 | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (Intellectual Property Rights) | 01 |
| 4 | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (Business Law) | 01 |
| 5 | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (Labour Law) | 01 |
| 6 | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (Political Science) | 01 |
| 7 | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (English) | 01 |
Total No. of Posts (A+B+C+D+E+F+G): 139
RTMNU Recruitment 2026 Category-wise Reservation
| Category | SC | ST | VJ(A) | NT(B) | NT(C) | NT(D) | SBC | OBC | SEBC | EWS | OPEN | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contractual Teachers | 18 | 10 | 04 | 03 | 05 | 03 | 03 | 26 | 14 | 14 | 39 | 139 |
Out of the total 139 vacancies, six posts (4%) are reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) - 2 posts for Blindness/Low Vision, 2 posts for Deafness/Hearing Impairment, 1 post for Locomotor Disability categories, and 1 post for Autism/Intellectual Disability/Specific Learning Disability/Mental Illness. One post is additionally reserved for an Orphan candidate.
RTMNU Assistant Professor Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility conditions differ slightly by discipline. The general eligibility applicable to Commerce, Humanities, Education, Law, Social Sciences, Sciences, Languages, Library Science, Physical Education, and Mass Communication is summarized below, along with special conditions for Business Management, Fine Arts, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Inter Institutional Computer Centre.
Educational Qualification
- General disciplines: Master's degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university, along with a qualifying NET/SET (or exemption via a Ph.D. awarded as per applicable UGC regulations).
- Business Management: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline and Master's Degree in Business Administration/PGDM/C.A./ICWA/M.Com with First Class or equivalent, plus two years of professional experience after acquiring the Master's degree.
- Fine Arts: Master's degree with 55% marks along with NET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms, OR a traditional/professional artist with a Bachelor's degree and specified performance experience as detailed in the official notification.
- Pharmaceutical Sciences: A basic degree in pharmacy (B. Pharm.), registration as a pharmacist under the applicable Pharmacy Law, and a First Class Master's Degree in the appropriate branch of specialization in pharmacy.
- Inter Institutional Computer Centre: B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. (or Integrated M.Tech.) in a relevant branch with First Class, OR B.E./B.Tech. and MCA with First Class, OR a three-year graduation with Mathematics as a compulsory subject and MCA with First Class along with two years of relevant post-MCA experience.
Candidates whose Ph.D. was awarded under the pre-July 2009 regime may be exempted from NET/SET subject to conditions specified in the official notification regarding mode of registration, thesis evaluation, viva voce, and publication/presentation of research work.
RTMNU Assistant Professor Age Limit 2026
The upper age limit for all posts is 59 years as on the last date of application.
RTMNU Assistant Professor Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated salary of Rs. 40,000/- per month. The appointment is purely contractual, valid only from the date of joining until 30th April 2027, with no enforceable right to continuation in the succeeding academic session. Selected candidates are permitted only 8 casual leaves during the academic session, with no other leave or allowances admissible.
RTMNU Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Open Category | Rs. 500/- |
| Reserved Category | Rs. 300/- |
Fee must be paid online through the payment gateway available on the application portal.
RTMNU Assistant Professor Selection Process 2026
Selection will be based on the candidate's previous academic/professional record and performance during the interview. The University may also use a seminar, colloquium, or any other method as part of the selection process. Candidates will need to remain present for the interview as per the schedule published on the official website; no TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Required Documents for RTMNU Recruitment 2026
- Photograph and signature (as per upload specifications on the portal)
- Payment receipt
- Caste certificate, caste validity certificate, and non-creamy layer certificate (wherever applicable)
- Certificate from a competent authority certifying percentage of marks, where the grading system has been followed
- Original documents, along with three copies of the submitted application and three copies of self-attested documents, to be carried at the time of interview
How to Apply Online for RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official application portal at www.nagpuruniversity.ac.in and locate the Advertisement/Employment Notice section.
- Complete registration by clicking on the registration link.
- Fill in all necessary information and upload the required photograph, signature, payment receipt, and corresponding documents as specified in the form.
- Pay the requisite application fee (Rs. 500/- for Open Category, Rs. 300/- for Reserved Category) through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the completed form by clicking the SUBMIT button.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
- For any queries related to the online application, contact the Helpline Number: 91750 23334 during working hours.
Note: A separate application must be submitted for each post applied for.
RTMNU Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- The appointment is purely contractual and valid only up to 30th April 2027, with no right to continuation in the following academic session.
- A relaxation of 5% is allowed at the Bachelor's and Master's level for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates for eligibility and academic record assessment purposes.
- A 5% relaxation is also provided to Ph.D. degree holders who obtained their Master's Degree prior to 19th September 1991.
- Only candidates belonging to reserved categories specified by the Government of Maharashtra will be considered under reserved categories; reserved-category candidates domiciled outside Maharashtra will be treated as Open category as per applicable government circular.
- Canvassing in any form during the selection process will lead to disqualification.
- The University reserves the right to fill or not fill the posts, or to modify, alter, or cancel the advertisement.
- Proficiency in Marathi language is desirable.
- All disputes arising out of this advertisement are subject to Nagpur jurisdiction.
- All qualifications and eligibility conditions must be fulfilled as on the last date of application.
- The University is not responsible for postponement or cancellation of a scheduled interview due to unforeseen or unavoidable reasons.
Candidates preparing for this recruitment can also explore more Maharashtra Government Jobs and University Assistant Professor Jobs across India. Applicants holding a Ph.D. or qualified in NET/SET can check the latest NET SET Qualified Faculty Jobs for more openings matching their qualification. Those looking for opportunities closer to Nagpur can also browse Nagpur Government Jobs, while candidates open to law faculty positions can explore Faculty Jobs in India.