GGU Recruitment 2026 – Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (GGU), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh — a Central University of India established under the Central Universities Act, 2009 — has officially invited online applications from eligible candidates for 32 Teaching Faculty posts across Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor levels in various disciplines. The notification was released on 18 March 2026, and the last date to apply online is 10 April 2026. Read on for complete vacancy details, post-wise minimum qualifications, salary structure, application fee, selection process, and how to apply.
Details for GGU Recruitment 2026:
| Organisation | Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (GGU / GGV), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh |
| Post Names | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 32 Posts (Professor: 18 | Associate Professor: 10 | Assistant Professor: 04) |
| Job Nature | Regular (Permanent) – Central Government Academic Posts |
| Pay Scale (7th CPC / UGC) | Professor: Level-14 | Associate Professor: Level-13A | Assistant Professor: Level-10 / 11 |
| Eligibility Norms | As per UGC Regulations 2018 / AICTE Norms / RCI Norms (post & discipline-wise) |
| Application Mode | Online (Samarth Portal) + Hard Copy submission within 15 days of online application |
| Application Portal | curec.samarth.ac.in (CU-Chayan / Samarth Portal) |
| Application Fee | General / OBC / EWS: ₹2,500 | SC / ST / PwBD / Female: ₹1,000 |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting (Academic / Research Score) → Interview before Selection Committee → Document Verification |
| Notification Date | 18 March 2026 |
| Last Date – Online Application | 10 April 2026 (till midnight) |
| Hard Copy Submission Deadline | Within 15 days of submitting the online application |
| Job Location | Koni, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh – 495009 |
| Official Website | www.ggu.ac.in |
Vacancy Details:
Based on the Tentative Vacant Positions as of 18 March 2026, a total of 32 faculty vacancies have been announced across three levels. The detailed department-wise distribution is as follows:
Professor Vacancies (Total: 18 Posts):
| Department / School of Studies | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Botany | 01 |
| Biotechnology | 01 |
| Chemical Engineering | 02 |
| Commerce | 01 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 01 |
| Forensic Science | 02 |
| Hindi | 01 |
| Industrial & Production Engineering | 01 |
| Journalism & Mass Communication (JMC) | 01 |
| Library Science | 01 |
| Management Studies | 02 |
| Pure & Applied Physics | 02 |
| Rural Technology | 01 |
| Zoology | 01 |
Associate Professor Vacancies (Total: 10 Posts):
| Department / School of Studies | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Biotechnology | 01 |
| Chemical Engineering | 02 |
| Industrial & Production Engineering | 01 |
| Forensic Science | 02 |
| Forestry, Environmental Science & Wildlife | 01 |
| Library & Information Science | 01 |
| Management Studies | 01 |
| Social Work | 01 |
Assistant Professor Vacancies (Total: 04 Posts):
| Department / School of Studies | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Information Technology (CSIT) | 01 |
| Education – Special Education (Learning Disability – LD) | 01 |
| Forestry, Environmental Science & Wildlife | 01 |
| Political Science | 01 |
Qualification & Experience Required:
All minimum qualifications are as per the UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education, 2018 (as amended), AICTE norms (for Engineering & Technology disciplines), and RCI norms (for Special Education post). An equivalence certificate from a competent authority must accompany qualifications from foreign universities.
| Post | Disciplines | Essential Qualification | Experience & Research Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Academic Level: 10 / 11) | Arts / Commerce / Humanities / Sciences / Social Sciences / JMC / Library Science / Management (general) | Option A: (i) Master’s degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the relevant/allied subject from an Indian university or accredited foreign university. (ii) Must have cleared NET (UGC/CSIR) or SLET/SET, OR hold a Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with UGC Minimum Standards Regulations 2009/2016 (exempt from NET/SLET/SET). Option B (Ph.D. exemption): Candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. degree as per UGC regulations are exempt from the NET/SLET/SET requirement. | Academic score as specified in UGC Appendix II (Table 3A) used for shortlisting only. Selection based on interview performance. |
| Engineering & Technology (Chemical Engg., Electronics & Comm., Industrial & Production Engg., Computer Sc. & IT) | (i) B.E. / B.Tech. / B.S. and M.E. / M.Tech. / M.S. or Integrated M.Tech. in the relevant branch with first class or equivalent in at least one of the degrees. (ii) Ph.D. or equivalent degree as per AICTE norms (if applicable). | As per AICTE norms applicable to Engineering & Technology disciplines. | |
| Education – Special Education (Learning Disability – LD) | As per RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) norms and applicable UGC norms for Special Education. | As per RCI and UGC regulations. Valid RCI registration may be required. | |
| Associate Professor (Academic Level: 13A) | Arts / Commerce / Sciences / Social Sciences / Forestry / Library Science / Management / Social Work / Forensic Science / Biotechnology | (i) A good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline. (ii) Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade). | (iii) Minimum 8 years of experience in teaching and/or research in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor. (iv) Minimum 7 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals. (v) Research Score of 75 as per UGC Appendix II Table 2. |
| Engineering & Technology (Chemical Engg., Industrial & Production Engg.) | As per AICTE norms: B.E./B.Tech. & M.E./M.Tech. with first class + Ph.D. as per AICTE requirements. | Relevant post-qualification teaching/research experience and publications as per AICTE norms. | |
| Professor (Academic Level: 14) | Arts / Commerce / Sciences / Forensic Science / Hindi / JMC / Library Science / Management / Botany / Zoology / Biotechnology / Physics | (i) An eminent scholar with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline. (ii) Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade). (iii) Published work of high quality, actively engaged in research. | (iv) Minimum 10 years of teaching experience in University/College, and/or experience in research at the University/National level institutions, including experience of guiding candidates for research at doctoral level. (v) Minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals. (vi) Research Score of 120 as per UGC Appendix II Table 2. |
| Engineering & Technology (Chemical Engg., Electronics & Communication Engg., Industrial & Production Engg., Rural Technology) | As per AICTE norms: B.E./B.Tech. & M.E./M.Tech. with first class + Ph.D. as per AICTE requirements. | Relevant teaching/research/industry experience and publications as prescribed by AICTE. |
Application Fee:
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,500 | Online only – via Samarth Portal (Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI). Fee is non-refundable. |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates | ₹1,000 |
The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before paying the fee. Each application is for one post only — separate applications with separate fee payments are required for different posts.
Selection Process:
| Stage | Process | Criteria / Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Application Scrutiny | Checking eligibility as per UGC / AICTE / RCI norms and verification of uploaded documents |
| Stage 2 | Shortlisting | For Assistant Professor: Academic Score (UGC Appendix II, Table 3A) For Associate Professor: Research Score (UGC Appendix II, Table 2) + Experience + Publications For Professor: Research Score (UGC Appendix II, Table 2) + Publications + Ph.D. guidance experience Note: Merely meeting the minimum eligibility does not guarantee shortlisting. GGU may apply higher standards. |
| Stage 3 | Interview before Selection Committee | Final selection based entirely on performance in the interview before the duly constituted Selection Committee. Academic scores are used for shortlisting only — not for final selection. |
| Stage 4 | Document Verification | Verification of original certificates and documents at the time of interview. Candidates must produce originals of all uploaded documents. |
Documents Required
Candidates must upload clear, legible scanned copies of the following documents while submitting the online application. Originals must be produced at the time of the interview:
- Recent passport-size photograph & specimen signature
- All academic qualification certificates and mark sheets (from Matriculation to the highest degree)
- NET / SLET / SET certificate (wherever applicable)
- PhD degree certificate/award letter
- M.Phil. degree certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificates clearly indicating position held, pay scale, and period of service (with Form 16/17R for pay evidence)
- Research publications list with supporting proof (published papers, books, chapters)
- Category certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS / PwBD) from the competent authority (if applicable)
- B.E./B.Tech. and M.E./M.Tech. certificates (for Engineering & Technology posts)
- RCI Registration Certificate (for Special Education – LD post)
- Equivalence certificate from the competent authority (for foreign degree holders)
- Any other relevant certificates/awards/recognitions
How to Apply – Step by Step
The application process involves two mandatory steps — online submission and hard copy submission. Both are compulsory.
- Visit the official GGU website: www.ggu.ac.in and navigate to the Recruitment → Teaching section, or go directly to the Samarth portal: curec.samarth.ac.in
- Register on the CU-Chayan (Samarth) portal using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Log in and fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, experience, and research publication details
- Upload scanned copies of all required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, publications, experience proof, category certificate, etc.) in the prescribed format and size
- Pay the application fee online (₹2,500 for General/OBC/EWS; ₹1,000 for SC/ST/PwBD/Female) via Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI
- Review all entered information carefully, then submit the application form
- Download and print the submitted application form
- Send a hard copy of the application form along with all supporting documents (self-attested copies) to the following address within 15 days of online submission:
The Registrar
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University)
Koni, Bilaspur – 495009
Chhattisgarh, India
Important Dates:
| Event | Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification / Advertisement Released | 18 March 2026 |
| Online Application Portal Opens | 18 March 2026 |
| Last Date – Online Application Submission | 10 April 2026 (till midnight) |
| Last Date – Hard Copy Submission | Within 15 days of submitting the online application |
| Shortlisting & Interview Schedule | To be notified on www.ggu.ac.in |
Important Links:
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs:
Q1. What is the last date to apply for GGU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for GGU Faculty Recruitment 2026 is 10 April 2026 (till midnight). Additionally, a printed hard copy of the application with supporting documents must reach the Registrar’s office within 15 days of online submission.
Q2. How many total vacancies are available in the GGU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
A total of 32 vacancies have been announced: 18 Professor posts, 10 Associate Professor posts, and 4 Assistant Professor posts across various departments, including Chemical Engineering, Forensic Science, Hindi, Management Studies, Library Science, Biotechnology, Physics, Botany, Zoology, Computer Science, Political Science, Forestry, and Social Work.
Q3. Is NET mandatory for the Assistant Professor post at GGU 2026?
For general disciplines (Arts, Sciences, Commerce, Humanities, Social Sciences, etc.), candidates must have cleared NET (UGC/CSIR) or SLET/SET. However, candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Minimum Standards Regulations 2009 or 2016 are exempt from the NET/SLET/SET requirement. For Engineering & Technology posts, AICTE norms apply and NET is not required.
Q4. What is the application fee for GGU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹2,500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹1,000 for SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the Samarth portal.
Q5. Is it mandatory to send a hard copy for the GGU Faculty application 2026?
Yes. Submission of the hard copy is mandatory. After submitting the online application, candidates must send a printed copy of the application form with all supporting documents to the Registrar, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Koni, Bilaspur – 495009, Chhattisgarh, within 15 days of online submission.