Guest Faculty Recruitment for MA Hindu Studies at Panjab University, Chandigarh

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Swami Vivekananda Studies (ICSVS), Panjab University, Chandigarh has invited applications for the post of Guest Faculty in MA Hindu Studies. The university is looking to fill two posts of Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) for the academic session June-December 2026-27. Candidates holding a Ph.D. or UGC NET/JRF in Hindu Studies, Philosophy, Sanskrit, or Ancient Indian History, and meeting the postgraduate marks criteria, can apply before the last date of 10th August 2026, at Chandigarh.

Date Posted: 7th August 2026

Hiring Organization Name: Interdisciplinary Centre for Swami Vivekananda Studies (ICSVS), Panjab University, Chandigarh

Organization Profile: This Centre was established by the U.G.C. as a part of the IXth Plan to commemorate the epoch-making social thinkers of India in 2001 and in 2007 it was taken over by the Panjab University, Chandigarh. It is Interdisciplinary in nature thus it encourages faculty, researchers and students across disciplines to join research projects, Ph.D program and various courses run by the Centre. Faculty from all departments, Centres and affiliated colleges of the University participate in the seminars, symposium, workshops and lectures which are held on common themes of human values and concerns from time to time. The Centre collaborates with the organizations such as Ramakrishna Mission RKM, Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari, Sri Ram Chandra Mission, Heartfullness Institute, Reader and Writers Society of India to take forward the mission of value education and character building. The Centre also conducts Self development program (SDP) in collaboration with Sri Ram Chandra Mission (SRCM) and Heartfullness Institute for students of the various departments of the University.

Employment Type: Guest Faculty

Job Title/Designation: Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) – 2 Posts

Vacancy available in departments: Candidates can apply for the following programme,

• MA Hindu Studies, Interdisciplinary Centre for Swami Vivekananda Studies (ICSVS)

Essential Qualifications: Candidates must hold an M.A. in Hindu Studies, Allied Subject, Philosophy, Sanskrit, or Ancient Indian History with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognised university established under the UGC Act, along with UGC NET/JRF or a Ph.D. in the relevant subject.

Desirable: Knowledge of Sanskrit, Philosophy, English Literature and Ancient History is desirable, and publications in SCOPUS-indexed journals or UGC-CARE listed journals will be given due consideration.

Salary Details: The assignment carries a token honorarium of Rs. 1500/- per lecture, with an upper limit of Rs. 50,000/- per month.

Job Location: Chandigarh

Apply Mode: Offline

Important Dates:

• Last Date to Submit Application: 10th August 2026, up to 5:00 PM
• Date of Interview: 19th August 2026 (Wednesday), 2:00 PM
• Reporting Time for Interview: 11:30 AM

Organization Website: http://jobs.puchd.ac.in

How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their duly filled application form, along with self-attested photocopies of all educational qualifications and relevant documents, to reach the Coordinator’s office by 10th August 2026, before 5:00 PM. Candidates must bring their original certificates and other relevant documents for verification at the time of the interview, on 19th August 2026, at Chandigarh.

Organization address:
Interdisciplinary Centre for Swami Vivekananda Studies (ICSVS)
Panjab University Chandigarh

Official Notification for Reference: Panjab University, Chandigarh- Job Opening Notification

General Instructions for the candidates to apply for the Panjab University, Chandigarh jobs:

• Applications must reach the ICSVS office by 10th August 2026, before 5:00 PM.
• Use a separate application form for each post applied for.
• Attach eleven photostat copies of the filled form along with the original.
• Bring original certificates and self-attested photocopies of all documents at the time of the interview.
• No TA/DA will be provided for appearing at the interview.
• The candidate must attach a recent passport-size photograph on the application form.

Candidates aspiring to build an academic career in Hindu Studies now have a valuable opportunity to join Panjab University, Chandigarh, as Guest Faculty. Eligible applicants are encouraged to complete their forms carefully and submit them, along with all required documents, before the closing date.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is the last date to apply for Guest Faculty recruitment at Panjab University, Chandigarh? The last date to submit the application is 10th August 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

2. How many posts of Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) are available in MA Hindu Studies? There are two posts of Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) available at ICSVS, Panjab University.

3. What is the essential qualification for the Guest Faculty post at ICSVS, Panjab University? Candidates need an M.A. in Hindu Studies, Allied Subject, Philosophy, Sanskrit, or Ancient Indian History with 55% marks, along with UGC NET/JRF or a Ph.D.

4. When is the interview scheduled for the Guest Faculty recruitment at Panjab University? The interview is scheduled for 19th August 2026 (Wednesday) at 2:00 PM, with reporting time at 11:30 AM.

5. What is the honorarium offered for the Guest Faculty position in MA Hindu Studies? The honorarium is Rs. 1500/- per lecture, with an upper limit of Rs. 50,000/- per month.

6. Is TA/DA provided for attending the interview at ICSVS, Panjab University? No, TA/DA will not be provided for appearing at the interview.

7. Where can candidates find the official notification for this Guest Faculty recruitment? Candidates can check the official notification on the university website at http://jobs.puchd.ac.in.