Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh has invited online applications for teaching and non-teaching posts at the Centre for Vedic Science, which are sanctioned by the Government of Uttar Pradesh. The posts advertised are Associate Professor, Assistant Professor in three specializations, Assistant Librarian and Computer Programmer, with 7 vacancies in total. Online applications and fee payment close on 12 November 2026, 5:00 PM, and the hard copy is due by 17 November 2026. This Faculty and Non-Teaching Recruitment is a good chance for Sanskrit and Vedic scholars and technical professionals to join a leading central university.
Date Posted: 30th October 2026
Institution Name: Banaras Hindu University, Centre for Vedic Science (Vedic Vigyan Kendra)
Advertisement/Notification No.: Advertisement No. 09/2025-26
Institution Profile: Banaras Hindu University is an internationally reputed temple of learning, situated in the holy city of Varanasi. This creative and innovative university was founded by the great nationalist leader, Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, in 1916, through close cooperation with great personalities like Dr Annie Besant, who viewed it as the University of India. Banaras Hindu University was established by the Parliamentary legislation-B.H.U. Act 1915.
Post Name/Designation: The university is hiring for the following posts
| Post Code | Post Name | Specialization | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| VVK01 | Associate Professor | Vedic Studies | 2 |
| VVK02 | Assistant Professor | Vedic Studies | 1 |
| VVK03 | Assistant Professor | Vyakaran | 1 |
| VVK04 | Assistant Professor | Vedic Mathematics & Khagol Vigyan (Ganit/Siddhant Jyotish) | 1 |
| VVK05 | Assistant Librarian | Not Applicable | 1 |
| VVK06 | Computer Programmer | Not Applicable | 1 |
| Total | 7 |
Total Vacancies: 7
Category-wise Vacancy Break-up:
| Post Code | UR | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VVK01 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| VVK02 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| VVK03 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| VVK04 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| VVK05 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| VVK06 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
Required Educational Qualifications for Associate Professor (Vedic Studies): Candidates should have
- Ph.D. degree in Veda with a good academic record
- Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade), having studied at least 4 papers of Veda
- Minimum 8 years of teaching and/or research experience in a position equivalent to Assistant Professor, with at least 7 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC Care listed journals and a research score of 75
- Knowledge of Sanskrit language
- Desirable: Research experience and published work on Vedic Science, and being a renowned traditional Vedic scholar with practical knowledge of Shraut/Smarta Yajna
Required Educational Qualifications for Assistant Professor (Vedic Studies, Vyakaran, Vedic Mathematics & Khagol Vigyan): Candidates should have
- Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the concerned subject, which is Veda, Vyakaran/Paniniya Bhasha Vijnan/Sanskrit Bhasha Vijnan, or Jyotish Ganit/Siddhant Jyotish for the respective posts
- NET/SLET/SET, or a Ph.D. in the concerned subject as per UGC Regulations, which gives NET exemption
- Alternatively, a Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 by QS, THE or ARWU
- Desirable: Knowledge of Sanskrit and practical knowledge of Vedic Science and Shraut/Smarta Yajna (Yajna Paddhati, Vastushastra and planetary calculations for the Jyotish post)
Required Educational Qualifications for Assistant Librarian: Candidates should have
- Master’s degree in Library Science, Information Science or Documentation Science with at least 55% marks
- Consistently good academic record with knowledge of library computerization
- NET/SLET/SET, or a Ph.D. in the concerned subject as per UGC Regulations
- Desirable: Knowledge of Sanskrit up to B.A./Shastri level, and working experience in libraries of indological studies
Required Educational Qualifications for Computer Programmer: Candidates should have either
- B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering/Electronics Engineering with at least 55% marks, along with 5 years of programming experience
- M.E./M.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering/Electronics Engineering, M.Sc. Computer Science or MCA with at least 55% marks, along with 3 years of programming experience
- Desirable: Experience in web designing, data processing, lab maintenance, and knowledge of Sanskrit and Vedic Science
Age Limit: 45 years. The notification does not mention any age relaxation beyond the reservation policy of the Government of India for SC/ST/OBC and persons with disabilities.
Required Experience: Associate Professor needs 8 years of teaching and/or research experience. Computer Programmer needs 5 years (B.E./B.Tech.) or 3 years (M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc./MCA) of programming experience in languages such as C/C++/Java and databases such as MySQL/Oracle. No experience is mandatory for the Assistant Professor and Assistant Librarian posts.
Pay Scale/Pay Level:
| Post Name | Pay Band and Grade Pay |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor | PB-4 (Rs. 37,400-67,000) with AGP Rs. 9,000 |
| Assistant Professor | PB-3 (Rs. 15,600-39,100) with AGP Rs. 6,000 |
| Assistant Librarian | PB-3 (Rs. 15,600-39,100) with GP Rs. 5,400 |
| Computer Programmer | PB-3 (Rs. 15,600-39,100) with GP Rs. 5,400 |
Application Fee:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC | Rs. 1,000 (non-refundable) |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Nil (Exempted) |
| Payment Mode | Online through payment gateway (Internet Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card) |
The notification also lists women and transgender candidates as exempt in its points to note, while the fee box does not mention them, so please check the original notice.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected through the following stages
- Screening and shortlisting of applications as per UGC norms, which may include a written test
- Interview of shortlisted candidates
- Verification of documents and antecedents
Job Location: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Important Dates:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy | 17 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 12 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Walk-in/Interview Date | Not Applicable – Details will be sent to the communication channel mentioned in the notification for shortlisted candidates |
Apply Mode: Online Application Link, followed by Hard Copy Submission
How to Apply for this Post?
Register on the university recruitment portal, fill in a separate online form for each post and pay the fee. Then print the submitted form and send it with the enclosures to the Recruitment and Assessment Cell before the hard copy deadline.
Application Procedure: Candidates need to follow the steps given below to apply for this post
- Visit the Recruitment & Assessment Cell page on the official BHU website and register
- Fill in the separate online form for Vedic Vigyan Kendra and mention your specialization
- Upload a passport size photograph and signature in JPEG format, each not more than 50 KB
- Pay the application fee online, unless exempted, and submit the form
- Download the PDF of the application and take a print-out
- Send the signed print-out with enclosures to the Office of the Registrar, Recruitment & Assessment Cell, Holkar House, BHU, Varanasi – 221005, so that it reaches by 17 November 2026, 5:00 PM
Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready
- Signed print-out of the online application form
- Educational certificates and mark sheets
- NET/SLET/SET certificate or Ph.D. certificate with the UGC compliance certificate, as applicable
- Experience certificates and publication details
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) or disability certificate, if applicable
- Age proof/Date of birth certificate
- Fee payment proof, if applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- No Objection Certificate or forwarding from the employer, for candidates in service
- Government-issued ID proof
Important Links:
| Link Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | BHU Centre for Vedic Science Faculty and Non-Teaching Recruitment Notification (This link is taken from the institution official website) |
| Institution Official Website | www.bhu.ac.in |
| Application Link | Apply Online |
Disclaimer for Candidates: Candidates are requested to carefully read and review the official notification before applying, as the information above is presented for general reference only and the official advertisement shall be treated as final and authoritative in case of any discrepancy.
Institution address:
Office of the Registrar,
Recruitment & Assessment Cell,
Holkar House,
Banaras Hindu University,
Varanasi – 221005,
Uttar Pradesh,
India.
Benefits of Joining BHU Centre for Vedic Science:
- Chance to work at a leading central university of national importance
- Government pay bands with grade pay as per the notification
- Opportunity to teach and research in Vedic Studies, Vyakaran and Jyotish
- Scope for academic growth through research and publications
- Work in a unique centre dedicated to Vedic Science
Frequently Asked Questions for Faculty and Non-Teaching Recruitment
- Who has issued this notification?
Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, for the Centre for Vedic Science. - What is the advertisement number?
Advertisement No. 09/2025-26. - How many posts are available?
There are 7 posts across six post codes. - What is the last date to apply online?
12 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM. - What is the last date for the hard copy?
17 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM. - What is the application fee?
Rs. 1,000 for UR and OBC candidates. SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted. - What is the age limit?
45 years, with relaxation as per the Government of India reservation policy. - Do earlier applicants need to pay the fee again?
No. Candidates who applied earlier against Advt. No. 09/2025-26 dated 08.04.2026 can apply afresh or update their form without paying the fee again. - Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but a separate application is required for each post. - Is NET compulsory for Assistant Professor?
Yes, unless the candidate holds a Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations or meets the other exemptions in the notice.
If you have the required Vedic, Sanskrit, library or programming qualifications and want to work at BHU, this opportunity is worth applying for. Complete your online form before 12 November 2026 and send the hard copy by 17 November 2026.
