About the Org
The University of Delhi (DU) is a premier central university in India, known for its academic excellence and research contributions. It has released two separate notifications for faculty recruitment in nine departments.
University of Delhi Recruitment 2026 : 86 Faculty Associate Professor & Professor Posts
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Associate Professor — Total Posts: 56
- Post Name: Professor — Total Posts: 30
Age and Education Qualification
PhD in concerned/allied/relevant discipline, Master’s degree with at least 55% marks, minimum 8 years teaching/research experience, minimum 7 publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals, research score of 75.
Option A: PhD, 10 research publications, research score of 120, 10 years teaching experience as Assistant/Associate/Professor, guided doctoral candidate. Option B: PhD with significant contribution and 10 years experience.
Salary Details
Associate Professor: Academic Pay Level-13A (7th CPC). Professor: Academic Pay Level-14 (7th CPC). Both include UGC pay scales plus allowances.
Application Fees
UR: ₹2,000; OBC/EWS/Women: ₹1,500; SC/ST: ₹1,000; PwBD: ₹500. Pay online via credit/debit card or net banking.
How to Apply
- Visit the official DU website: www.du.ac.in.
- Click on ‘Jobs and Opportunities’ under ‘Work with DU’.
- Read the qualification, experience, screening guidelines, and indicative proforma.
- Select the relevant advertisement (R&P/321/2026 for Associate Professor or R&P/322/2026 for Professor) and department.
- Fill the online application form with complete and correct personal, educational, and experience information.
- Upload the required category/disability/other supporting documents.
- Pay the application fee online through credit/debit card or Net Banking.
- Review the preview before final submission.
- Submit the application before the last date of 20 August 2026.
Required: Valid email ID, mobile number, scanned copies of documents, and payment method.
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 31-07-2026
Application End Date: 20-08-2026
Fee Payment Last Date: 20-08-2026
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Job Summary
| Title | Value |
|---|---|
| Org Name | University of Delhi |
| Post Name | Associate Professor, Professor |
| No of Vacancies | 56 Associate Professor, 30 Professor |
| Pay Scale | Level 13A / Level 14 |
| Educational Qualification | PhD with required experience |
| Age Limit | Not specified |
| Application Fee | ₹2,000 / ₹1,500 / ₹1,000 / ₹500 |
FAQ
What is the last date to apply for DU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 20 August 2026, or two weeks from publication in Employment News, whichever is later.
What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?
The application fee for SC/ST candidates is ₹1,000.
Is PhD mandatory for both Associate Professor and Professor posts?
Yes, PhD is mandatory for both posts.
This information is published for immediate reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.