CUSAT Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Faculty Vacancy at ICREP, Kochi

Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi has released this Faculty Vacancy notification for the post of Assistant Professor (on Contract) in the Prof. N R Madhava Menon Interdisciplinary Centre for Research Ethics and Protocols. This Faculty Vacancy invites applications from eligible Computer Science candidates, and interested candidates must apply online on or before 20.07.2026. CUSAT has announced this Faculty Vacancy to fill one contractual post, along with additional vacancies that may arise during the currency of the ranklist.

Official Notification Reference: Ad.D2/ICREP/2024

Date Posted: 08/07/2026

Hiring Organization Name: Cochin University of Science and Technology

Organization Profile: Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) was initially constituted as the University of Cochin through an Act of Kerala Government on 10th July 1971. The University of Cochin was re‐constituted as Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) in February 1986, redefining its objectives as “promoting Graduate and Post‐Graduate studies and Advanced Research in Applied Sciences, Technology, Industry, Commerce, Management and Social Sciences.” CUSAT is now a world-ranking university with the specific purpose of developing higher education, emphasizing post-graduate studies and research in applied science, technology, industry, humanities, and commerce. CUSAT has consecutively been figured in the Times Higher Education World Ranking since 2017. The Times ranks around 1500 best universities worldwide annually with around 60 universities from India out of 967. CUSAT has also found a place in the QS World University Ranking and the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) of the India Government.

Employment Type: Contractual

Job Title/Designation:

• Assistant Professor (on Contract)

Vacancy available in departments:

• Prof. N R Madhava Menon Interdisciplinary Centre for Research Ethics and Protocols (ICREP) – Computer Science, 1 post

Essential Qualifications: Candidates need a B.E/B.Tech/B.S. and M.E/M.Tech/M.S. or Integrated M.Tech in Computer Science, or an MCA with first class or equivalent in any one of the degrees. Alternatively, candidates can have an M.Sc in Computer Science with NET or Ph.D.

Desirable: Ph.D

Salary Details: The consolidated salary per month is Rs. 47,000/- for Ph.D holders, and Rs. 45,000/- for the rest of the contract teachers.

Job Location: Kochi, Kerala

Apply Mode: Online, followed by hard copy submission

Important Dates:

• Notification Date: 20.06.2026
• Last Date for Submitting Online Application: 20.07.2026
• Last Date for Receiving Hard Copy of Application: 27.07.2026

Application Fees: Rs. 950/- for General candidates, and Rs. 195/- for SC/ST candidates, to be paid online through net banking or credit/debit cards. Payment by cash, cheque, or DD will not be accepted, and the application fee is not refundable.

Organization Website: https://cusat.ac.in/

How to Apply: Interested candidates must apply online through recruit.cusat.ac.in on or before 20.07.2026. After submitting the online application, candidates must download the hard copy and send it along with self-attested copies of supporting documents to the Office of the Registrar on or before 27.07.2026. Applications received after the last date will be summarily rejected, and claims made without supporting documents will not be considered.

To Submit Online Application: recruit.cusat.ac.in

Organization Address:
Cochin University of Science and Technology
University Road, South Kalamassery,
Kalamassery, Kochi, Kerala 682022

Official Notification for Reference: CUSAT– Job Opening Notification

General Instructions for the candidates to apply for the CUSAT jobs:

• Candidates must submit self-attested copies of documents in proof of qualification, date of birth, and reservation claims along with the hard copy application.
• Claims not mentioned in the original application submitted will not be considered at any later stage of application processing.
• The appointment is initially for a period of one year, with a break during the May-June vacation months.
• Appointments, conditions of service, and other service benefits shall be governed by KSR, KS&SSR, Act/Statutes/Ordinances, and Syndicate Decisions of the university.
• Communal Reservation Policy will be followed at the time of appointment.
• For any queries, candidates can contact the department at 8078019688.

This Faculty Vacancy at CUSAT offers a good opportunity for Computer Science candidates to build their academic career at a reputed university in Kerala. Eligible candidates should complete the online application before 20.07.2026 and ensure timely submission of the hard copy application.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is the last date to apply for the CUSAT Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026? The last date for submitting the online application is 20.07.2026, and the hard copy must reach the Registrar’s office by 27.07.2026.
2. How many vacancies are available under this CUSAT Faculty Vacancy notification? There is 1 vacancy for Assistant Professor (on Contract) in Computer Science, along with any additional vacancies arising during the ranklist period.
3. What is the qualification required for the Assistant Professor Recruitment at ICREP, CUSAT? Candidates need a B.E/B.Tech/B.S. and M.E/M.Tech/M.S. or MCA in Computer Science with first class, or an M.Sc Computer Science with NET or Ph.D.
4. What is the salary offered under this CUSAT Faculty Vacancy? Ph.D holders will receive Rs. 47,000/- per month, while other contract teachers will receive Rs. 45,000/- per month.
5. What is the application fee for the CUSAT Assistant Professor Recruitment? The application fee is Rs. 950/- for General candidates and Rs. 195/- for SC/ST candidates, payable online only.
6. What is the mode of application for the CUSAT Faculty Vacancy 2026? Candidates must apply online through recruit.cusat.ac.in and then submit a hard copy of the application to the Registrar’s office.

7. What is the period of appointment for the Assistant Professor post at CUSAT? The appointment is initially for one year, with a break during the May-June vacation months, and further extension will be decided by the university.