JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026, New Delhi

Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi has released a notification for JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 to fill two Guest Faculty positions in the School of Engineering. This JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment covers Computer Science and Engineering, and Electronics & Communication Engineering specializations for the Monsoon Semester 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the CU-CHAYAN portal. The last date to apply for this JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment is 17.08.2026.

Official Notification number: Advertisement No. RC/GF/2026/02 (Guest Faculty)

Date Posted: 11.08.2026

Hiring Organization Name: Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)

Organization Profile: Jawaharlal Nehru University is a premier central university located in New Delhi, known for its School of Engineering and other academic schools/centres offering higher education and research programmes.

Employment Type: Guest Faculty (Contractual/Honorarium-based)

Job Title/Designation: This JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment invites applications for-

• Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty)

Total Number of Vacancy: 2 posts in total across the School of Engineering.

Vacancy available in departments: Candidates can check department-wise openings below-

• School of Engineering (Computer Science and Engineering)
• School of Engineering (Electronics & Communication Engineering)

Disciplines/Specialization: This JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment covers the following specializations-

• Computer Science and Engineering: Theoretical computer science, data structures, algorithm, operating systems, computer networks, computer architecture, database, parallel and distributed systems, software engineering, software systems, artificial intelligence.
• Electronics & Communication Engineering: Microelectronics, Embedded Systems, Semiconductor Electronics, VLSI, Photonics, Integrated Circuits, Communication Systems, Control Systems and Automation, Digital Electronics, Microprocessor, Power Systems Engineering including Power Electronics and High Voltage Engineering, RF and Microwave Engineering, Signal Processing, Control Systems.

Essential Qualifications: Candidates must meet the following qualifications based on the post applied for-

• Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) – General Eligibility: A Master’s degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale wherever the grading system is followed) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university, along with a cleared NET conducted by UGC/CSIR or a similar test accredited by UGC like SLET/SET; OR a Ph.D. Degree awarded as per UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016, which exempts the candidate from NET/SLET/SET subject to fulfilment of prescribed conditions; OR a Ph.D. degree from a foreign university/institution ranked among the top 500 in the World University Ranking (QS/THE/ARWU).
• Computer Science and Engineering (Post No. 01): M.Tech./M.E. in the areas of Computer Science and Engineering/Computer Technology/Computer Engineering/Information Engineering/AI/Data Science Technology/Software.
• Electronics & Communication Engineering (Post No. 02): B.Tech./B.E. and M.Tech./M.E. in the areas of Electronics/Electronics and Communication Engineering.

Note: Candidates are requested to visit JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment Official notification of institution for details qualifications and others.

Desirable: Candidates with the following additional profile will be preferred-

• A Ph.D. in the areas of Computer Science and Engineering (for Post No. 01)
• A Ph.D. in the areas of Electronics/Electronics and Communication Engineering (for Post No. 02)

Age Limit: The superannuated teachers may also be considered for engagement as Guest Faculty subject to a maximum age limit of 70 years.

Salary Details: Candidates will be paid as per the following remuneration structure-

• Honorarium: Rs. 1,500/- per lecture subject to a maximum of Rs. 50,000/- per month
• Guest Faculty will not be entitled to allowances, pension, gratuity and leave etc. as admissible to regular teachers of the University

Job Location: New Delhi

Apply Mode: Online through CU-CHAYAN portal

Important Dates: Candidates should note the following dates for this JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment-

• Advertisement Date: 04.08.2026
• Online Application Start Date: 04.08.2026, 04:00 PM
• Online Application Last Date: 17.08.2026, 05:00 PM
• Period of Engagement: Monsoon Semester 2026

Organization Website: www.jnu.ac.in

How to Apply: Eligible and interested candidates are required to apply through the CU-CHAYAN portal available on the University website before 17.08.2026, 5:00 PM. Applicants must upload photograph, scanned copies of all certificates, marksheets, evidence of teaching/research, Master’s degree, M.Phil./Ph.D., NET certificates, reprints of published articles, and category/date of birth certificates as applicable. Incomplete applications without scanned signatures and documents shall be summarily rejected. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email for the interview.

Organization address: Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067

Official Notification for Reference: Jawaharlal Nehru University – Job Opening Notification

General Instructions/Important Information for the candidates to apply for the Jawaharlal Nehru University jobs:

• The eligible and interested persons are required to apply through CU-CHAYAN portal in the online link available on the University website https://www.jnu.ac.in/career. Only online applications will be accepted.
• Applicants are requested to kindly upload the photograph, scanned copies of all certificates, marksheets, evidence of teaching, research, Master degree, M.Phil, Ph.D, NET certificates, copies of reprints of published articles, certificate containing the record of date of birth, caste certificate, etc.
• Incomplete application form without scanned signatures and other documents shall be summarily rejected. University shall not entertain any correspondence in case of incomplete information and evidences.
• No correspondence regarding consideration of late applications will be entertained.
• Any corrigendum/addendum shall be posted only on the University website.
• The University reserves the right to draw panel(s) for future appointment(s) in the event of non-joining of candidate(s) within the stipulated time.
• The University reserves the right to conduct interview through Online/Offline mode or both.
• The University reserves the right not to fill up any of the advertised position(s).
• Qualifications and other conditions applicable are subject to UGC regulations 2018, as amended from time to time.
• The eligibility of the candidates will be determined on the basis of qualifications/experience/publications etc. acquired by them upto the last date fixed or receipt of applications.
• The University shall verify the antecedents or documents submitted by a candidate at anytime of appointment as Guest Faculty. In case documents are found fake or antecedents undesirable, service shall be terminated.
• An undertaking is to be given by the candidate that the publications submitted are free from plagiarism, failing which candidature/selection shall stand rejected/cancelled.
• No claim of regularisation/extension of contract will be entertained and the contract may be terminated by the university without assigning any reasons.
• No request for change of post(s) and update of new information in the application form will be entertained once application is submitted successfully.
• The applicants are requested NOT to send the printout hardcopy application.
• Only Email shall be sent for calling the shortlisted candidates for interview.

This JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment offers a valuable opportunity for Assistant Professor aspirants in Computer Science and Engineering and Electronics & Communication Engineering at the School of Engineering, New Delhi. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria should apply online before 17.08.2026 and keep all required documents ready for verification.

JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is the last date to apply for JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026? The online application window closes on 17.08.2026 at 5:00 PM.
2. How many Guest Faculty vacancies are there in this JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment? There are 2 vacancies, one each in Computer Science and Engineering, and Electronics & Communication Engineering.
3. What is the honorarium for the Guest Faculty post at JNU? The honorarium is Rs. 1,500/- per lecture, subject to a maximum of Rs. 50,000/- per month.
4. What is the qualification required for Computer Science and Engineering Guest Faculty post? Candidates need M.Tech./M.E. in Computer Science and Engineering or related areas, along with NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D.
5. What is the qualification required for Electronics & Communication Engineering Guest Faculty post? Candidates need B.Tech./B.E. and M.Tech./M.E. in Electronics/Electronics and Communication Engineering, along with NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D.
6. How can candidates apply for JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026? Candidates must apply online through the CU-CHAYAN portal at https://www.jnu.ac.in/career.
7. Is there any age limit for JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment? Superannuated teachers may be considered for Guest Faculty engagement up to a maximum age limit of 70 years.
8. Will Guest Faculty receive benefits like regular teachers at JNU? No, Guest Faculty are not entitled to allowances, pension, gratuity and leave admissible to regular teachers.
9. Is hardcopy submission required for JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment? No, applicants are requested NOT to send a printout hardcopy of the application.
10. Who can candidates contact for queries regarding JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment? Candidates can contact [email protected] for technical help or [email protected] for teaching advertisement related matters.