Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ) has announced 1 vacancy for the Assistant Professor (Temporary) post on a temporary basis for an initial period of one semester. The notified remuneration for the position is Rs. 57,700 per month. Candidates possessing a Master's degree with 55% marks in the concerned, relevant, or allied subject along with NET, SLET, SET, or Ph.D. are eligible to apply. Applicants must complete their online registration through the Google Form link on or before 23 October 2026. Shortlisted candidates are required to attend the interview on 26 October 2026, carrying the filled downloaded application form, bio-data, original documents with self-attested photocopies, and two colour photographs, as specified in advertisement number CUJ/Advt./2026-27/04.
CUJ Assistant Professor Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Central University of Jharkhand |
| Department(s) | Department of Mass Communication |
| Posts | Assistant Professor (Temporary) |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs. 57,700/- per month (Consolidated) |
| Contract Term | Initially for one semester (extendable) |
| Application Mode | Online Registration followed by Walk-In-Interview |
| Last Date | 23 October 2026 up to 5:00 p.m. (Online Registration) |
Department-wise Vacancies
The recruitment notice specifies 1 vacancy under the UR category for the Department of Mass Communication.
| Department | Post Name | Vacancies | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mass Communication | Assistant Professor (Temporary) | 1 | UR |
Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Temporary) | A Master’s degree with 55% marks in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university, along with NET/SLET/SET or a Ph.D. Degree. Alternatively, a Ph.D. degree from a foreign university with a ranking among the top 500 in World University Ranking. | Not stated in the notice |
Desirable Qualification: Specialization in Digital Media, Electronic Media, and Media Production.
Pay and Terms
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 57,700/- per month. The engagement is purely temporary in nature and initially for one semester, which may be extended based on University requirements and satisfactory performance. Incumbents are not entitled to residential accommodation, official transport, leave encashment, or other allowances admissible to regular employees, but are entitled to 8 days of leave on a pro-rata basis in a calendar year.
How to Apply for CUJ Assistant Professor (Temporary)
- Complete online registration via the Google Form Link on or before 23 October 2026 up to 5:00 p.m.
- Download the application form from the official university website.
- Attend the Walk-In-Interview on 26 October 2026 with the filled application form, bio-data, all original documents, a set of self-attested photocopies, and two colour photographs.
- Report for the interview between 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at the Administrative (Block) Building, Central University of Jharkhand, Village: Cheri-Manatu, Kanke, Ranchi – 835222 (Jharkhand).
Documents Required
- Filled downloaded application form
- Bio-data
- Original educational and category certificates
- Self-attested photocopies of all documents
- Two colour photographs
- Ph.D. compliance certificates (Annexure I or II, if applicable)
- Valid caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC in prescribed formats Annexure III and IV, if applicable)
- Medical certificate (for PH category claimants, if applicable)
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Online Registration Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Detailed Advertisement Notice |
| Official Website | Central University of Jharkhand Homepage |