University of Kerala- Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply by Aug 31

University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, has announced Assistant Professor Recruitment on a contract basis to fill anticipated vacancies across all its teaching departments. This Assistant Professor Recruitment drive invites eligible Master’s degree holders with NET or Ph.D. qualification to apply online before the last date, 31.08.2026. Candidates looking for Assistant Professor Recruitment opportunities in a reputed state university can find complete details on eligibility, pay, and the application process below, making this a valuable Assistant Professor Recruitment opening for aspiring academicians across Kerala.

Official Notification Number: 34249/Ad D I/2026/UOK

Date Posted: 13.08.2026

Hiring Organization Name: University of Kerala

Organization Profile: The history of the University of Kerala is integral to the history of the state itself. One of the first 16 Universities in India, the University of Kerala was founded in 1937. It was formerly called the University of Travancore in the erstwhile princely state of Travancore (now southern part of Kerala and some neighbouring parts of state of Tamilnadu). The University came into being by a promulgation of the Maharajah of Travancore, Sri ChithiraThirunal Balarama Varma who was also the first Chancellor of the University. Sir C. P Ramaswamy Ayyar, the then Diwan (Prime minister) of the State was the first Vice-Chancellor. He was an eminent scholar and an able administrator. It is said that the Government made an unsuccessful attempt to invite Albert Einstein to be the first Vice-Chancellor. The University was modelled after the best Universities of the United Kingdom, and even today retains some of these features. The affiliating system of the University however evolved differently from the college system in British Universities.

Employment Type: Contract basis, for a period of eleven months or until a permanent faculty member is appointed, whichever is earlier

Job Title/Designation:

• Assistant Professor (on contract basis)

Vacancy Available in Departments:

• Aquatic Biology and Fisheries
• Arabic
• Archaeology
• Biochemistry
• Biotechnology
• Botany
• Chemistry
• Commerce
• Communication and Journalism
• Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
• Computer Science
• Demography
• Economics
• Education
• Environmental Sciences
• Futures Studies
• Geology
• German
• Hindi
• History
• Kerala Studies
• Law
• Library and Information Science
• Linguistics
• Malayalam
• Mathematics
• Music
• Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
• Optoelectronics
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Russian
• Sanskrit
• Sociology
• Statistics
• Tamil
• Zoology
• Institute of English
• Institute of Management in Kerala
• Islamic and West Asian Studies
• Oriental Research Institute and Manuscripts Library

Essential Qualifications: Master’s Degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever the grading system is followed) in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university, along with National Eligibility Test (NET) for the appointment as Assistant Professor or a Ph.D. Degree in the subject concerned. A relaxation of 5% marks is allowed for SC/ST candidates.

Age Limit: Not more than 50 years as on 01.01.2026 (usual relaxation in the upper age limit shall be allowed for candidates belonging to SC/ST, OBC Communities)

Salary Details: A consolidated monthly pay of ₹45,000/- (Rupees Forty Five Thousand Only)

Job Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Apply Mode: Online only, through the official recruitment portal

Important Dates: Notification issued on 07.08.2026 and the last date for submitting online applications is 31.08.2026

Application Fees: ₹500/- for General/OBC candidates and ₹250/- for SC/ST candidates

Organization Website: www.recruit.keralauniversity.ac.in

How to Apply: Interested and eligible candidates can apply for this Assistant Professor Recruitment by registering and submitting the online application through the official portal on or before the last date, 31.08.2026. Candidates should have a valid e-mail ID since all further communication regarding shortlisting and interview schedules will be sent only through email.

To Submit Online Application: https://recruit.keralauniversity.ac.in/contract/register-here

Organization Address: University of Kerala Senate House Campus Palayam Thiruvananthapuram – 695034 Kerala

Official Notification for Reference: University of Kerala – Assistant Professor Recruitment Notification

General Instructions/Important Information for candidates to apply for the University of Kerala jobs:

• All candidates should have a valid e-mail ID, as all communications will be given through email only.
• Shortlisted candidates, after scrutiny of applications, will be invited for an interview, for which they must appear with all essential certificates/documents (including mark list) in original along with self-attested copies.
• The date of the interview will be communicated via email to the shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates who have passed their qualifying examination from Universities other than the University of Kerala should produce an eligibility certificate obtained from this University at the time of the interview.
• Those who are eligible for reservation should produce the necessary documents.
• Candidates who are employed should produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of the interview.
• Other documents such as evidence of peer-reviewed journals, teaching experience, or post-doctoral fellowship should be produced at the time of the interview.
• Hard copy of the application need not be sent to the University.

This Assistant Professor Recruitment by University of Kerala offers a great opportunity for qualified candidates across 40+ disciplines to build an academic career at a leading state university. Eligible aspirants should complete their online registration well before 31.08.2026 to avoid last-minute hurdles and secure their chance in this Assistant Professor Recruitment drive.