Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 at Periyar University, Salem

Periyar University, Salem, Tamil Nadu has released a notification for Guest Faculty Recruitment on a temporary and consolidated basis for the Department of Energy Science and Technology. This Guest Faculty Recruitment invites Ph.D/M.E/M.Tech holders in Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Agriculture Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Energy Science or Energy Technology to attend a walk-in interview. Interested and eligible candidates can apply in the prescribed format on or before 18th August 2026. This is a great opportunity for qualified candidates looking to start or continue their academic career at a NAAC A++ accredited state university.

Official Notification Reference: Advertisement No. PU/R/R5/New GL Permission 2026, Dated 07.08.2026

Date Posted: 13th August 2026

Hiring Organization Name: Periyar University, Salem

Organization Profile: The Government of Tamil Nadu established Periyar University in Salem on 17^th September 1997 as per the provisions of the Periyar University Act, 1997. The University covers the area comprising four districts namely Salem, Namakkal, Dharmapuri, and Krishnagiri. The University obtained 12(B) and 2(f) status from the University Grants Commission, New Delhi and it was Accredited by the NAAC with “A++” Grade in 2021. The University secured 56^th rank among Indian Universities by MoE NIRF 2024.The University is named after the Great Social Reformer E.V. Ramasamy, affectionately called as “Thanthai Periyar”. The University aims at developing knowledge in various fields to realize the maxim inscribed in the logo “Arival Vilayum Ulagu” (Wisdom Maketh the World). “Holistic development of the students” is the primary objective of the University. Periyar University imparts higher education through three modes: Departments of Study and Research, the affiliated Colleges, and Centre for Distance and Online Education – (CDOE).

Employment Type: Temporary and Consolidated basis

Job Title/Designation:

• Guest Faculty

Vacancy available in departments:

• Department of Energy Science and Technology – 01 post

Essential Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D/M.E/M.Tech in the respective or related subject among Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Agriculture Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Energy Science or Energy Technology, as prescribed by the UGC for Guest Faculty positions.

Salary Details: Selected candidates will be paid a consolidated pay of Rs.30,000/- (Rupees Thirty Thousand only) per month. Guest Faculty will not be entitled to allowances, pension, gratuity or leave benefits as admissible to regular teachers.

Job Location: Salem, Tamil Nadu

Apply Mode: Offline, through prescribed Application Proforma sent by post

Important Dates:

• Advertisement Date: 07.08.2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 18.08.2026
• Interview Date: 19.08.2026
• Interview Time: 10.30 a.m.

Organization Website: www.periyaruniversity.ac.in

How to Apply: Eligible candidates should download the Application Proforma from the official website, fill it in the prescribed format along with self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents, and send it to the Head of the Department, Department of Energy Science and Technology, Periyar University, Salem, on or before 18th August 2026. candidates must appear for the walk-in interview scheduled on 19th August 2026 at 10.30 a.m., along with all original certificates for verification, at least one hour before the stipulated time.

Organization Address:
Periyar University
Department of Energy Science and Technology
Salem – 636 011 Tamil Nadu

Official Notification for Reference: Periyar University, Salem – Guest Faculty Job Opening Notification

General Instructions for the candidates to apply for the Periyar University jobs:

• This Guest Faculty appointment is purely temporary and made only for the odd/even semester of academic year 2026-2027 or until further orders
• Permanent employment cannot be claimed at any point during or after this appointment
• The university reserves the right to extend or discontinue the tenure of any candidate without assigning any reason
• Applications not in the prescribed format or found incomplete will be rejected
• Candidates must submit self-attested photocopies of all certificates along with the application
• Original certificates for Date of Birth, Community, Educational Qualification and Experience must be produced at the time of interview
• No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification
• Requests for change or relaxation of the interview date or time will not be entertained

Periyar University, Salem offers a valuable opportunity for qualified professionals in engineering and science disciplines to gain academic experience through this Guest Faculty Recruitment. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply before the last date and attend the interview with all required original documents for verification.