Recruitment: Indira Gandhi National Open University (Central Govt) - Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor Posts - Last Date 20 October 2026 (Online) / 30 October 2026 (Hard Copy)
Overview
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi, has issued Advertisement No. 01/2026/ACD dated 19.09.2026 inviting online applications for teaching posts of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor on direct recruitment basis across various Schools of Studies. The advertisement also includes backlog vacancies of SC, ST, and OBC categories from previous years.
Job Highlights
Organization | Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi (Central Government University) |
Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor |
Job Type | Teaching Faculty (Regular) |
Location | Maidan Garhi, New Delhi |
Pay Scale | As per UGC Regulations 2018 (7th CPC) |
Last Date (Online Application) | 20 October 2026 |
Last Date (Hard Copy Receipt) | 30 October 2026 |
About the Organizer/Institution
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), established in 1985, is a Central University and the world's largest open university, recognized for its distance and open learning programmes. It serves millions of students across India and abroad through its extensive network of regional centres and study centres, adhering to UGC Regulations 2018 and Central Government norms for faculty recruitment.
Available Positions by Department
Eligibility Criteria
For Professor:
Ph.D. degree in concerned/allied/relevant discipline
Minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals with total research score of 120
Minimum 10 years of teaching/research experience with evidence of guiding doctoral candidates
OR outstanding professional with Ph.D. and 10 years experience
For Associate Professor:
Ph.D. degree in concerned/allied/relevant discipline
Master's degree with at least 55% marks
Minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor
Minimum 7 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals with total research score of 75
For Assistant Professor:
Master's degree with minimum 55% marks in concerned/relevant/allied subject
NET (UGC/CSIR) qualification OR Ph.D. as per applicable UGC regulations
NET not required for disciplines where NET is not conducted
Other Conditions:
Reservation for SC, ST, EWS, OBC (NCL), and PwBD as per UGC/Central Government norms
OBC (NCL) certificate must be issued between 01.04.2026 and last date of online application
Cut-off date for eligibility: Last date of receipt of online applications
Previous applicants (Advt. No. 02/2022/ACD and 02/2023/ACD) must apply afresh (exempted from fee with proof of earlier payment)
Important Dates
Activity | Date |
Online application portal opens | 20 September 2026 |
Last date for online application submission | 20 October 2026 |
Last date for receiving hard copy of application with documents | 30 October 2026 |
Application / Submission / Registration Process
Online Application: Apply through the Samarth Portal at: https://cuignourec.samarth.edu.in/
Complete Application: Fill the application form in all respects and upload all required documents
Pay Fee: Pay the application fee online as per category
Print Application: Take a printout of the submitted online application form
Send Hard Copy: Send the printed application form along with all relevant documents to the address mentioned in the official notification on or before 30 October 2026
Fees Details
Category | Fee Amount |
UR / OBC / EWS | To be confirmed on official website |
SC / ST / PwBD | To be confirmed on official website |
For payment instructions, please refer to the official website/notification.
Selection Process
Applications will be screened and shortlisted as per prescribed criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Mere possession of prescribed qualifications does not entitle an applicant to be called for interview. The University reserves the right to amend or modify eligibility conditions, number of posts, or selection criteria.
Official Notification / Website Link
Official Website: www.ignou.ac.in
Online Application Portal: https://cuignourec.samarth.edu.in/
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Disclaimer: This blog post is a summary based on the official notification. The author does not claim any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of this information. Applicants/participants are strongly advised to visit the official website for complete details, any addendum/corrigendum, and to apply/register.
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