CUSAT Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - CS Dept

CUSAT is hiring 2 Assistant Professors (on Contract) in the Department of Computer Science. If you have an M.Tech in Computer Science / AI / Data Science or a Master's with NET/Ph.D, you can apply online. The last date to submit the online application is 15 June 2026. Salary is Rs. 42,000 per month for Ph.D holders and Rs. 40,000 per month for others.

CUSAT Computer Science Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi has released Notification No. Ad.D2/Contract/2023 dated 12.05.2026 for 2 Assistant Professor posts in the Department of Computer Science on a contract basis. The appointment is initially for one year (with a break during May-June vacation) or till a regular teacher joins duty, whichever is earlier. Freshers with the required qualification can apply.

Who Can Apply?

You can apply if you meet either option A or option B below.

Option A (AICTE Route)

• M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering / Artificial Intelligence / Data Science & Analytics, OR Master's in Computer Applications (MCA), with First Class or equivalent.
• Other eligibility conditions as per AICTE Regulations 2019.

Option B (UGC Route)

• Master's Degree in Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence / Data Science or equivalent with 55% marks from a recognised Indian University (or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University).
• NET qualified OR awarded Ph.D.
• Other eligibility conditions as per UGC Regulations 2018.

Desirable Qualification

• Ph.D in the relevant discipline.

Salary

• For Ph.D holders: Rs. 42,000 per month (consolidated)
• For rest of the contract teachers: Rs. 40,000 per month (consolidated)
• The appointment is initially for one year, with a break during the May-June vacation, or till a regular teacher joins duty, whichever is earlier.

Application Fee

• General candidates: Rs. 950
• SC / ST candidates: Rs. 195
• Payment mode: Online only (Net banking or Credit / Debit card). Cash, cheque, or DD will not be accepted.
• Application fee is not refundable.

Selection Process

The selection is based on a screening of applications and an interview by the University:

1. Scrutiny of Applications: Only applications received in the prescribed format with supporting documents will be considered.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview by CUSAT.
3. Final Appointment: Conditions of service, salary and benefits will be governed by KSR, KS&SSR, Act/Statutes/Ordinances and Syndicate Decisions of CUSAT.

Communal Reservation Policy will be followed at the time of appointment, treating University Departments / Centres as a single unit.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official CUSAT recruitment portal at recruit.cusat.ac.in.
2. Register and fill in the online application form for Assistant Professor (Contract) - Computer Science.
3. Upload your photo, signature and supporting documents.
4. Pay the application fee online (Net banking / Credit / Debit card).
5. Submit the online application before 15 June 2026 and take a printout.
6. Send the printed application with self-attested copies of all supporting documents to The Registrar, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi - 682 022 so that it reaches on or before 22 June 2026.

For department queries: 0484-2862301.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 12 May 2026
• Last Date for Online Application: 15 June 2026
• Last Date for Receiving Hard Copy: 22 June 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Teach Computer Science subjects such as programming, data structures, AI, and data analytics to UG and PG students
• Prepare lesson plans, lab exercises, and assessment material as per the syllabus
• Evaluate assignments, lab work, projects and end-semester examinations
• Guide students in seminars, mini-projects, and dissertations
• Conduct lab sessions and supervise practical work in the department
• Participate in departmental meetings, admissions and academic activities
• Support research activities and publish papers in peer-reviewed journals