DU Professor Recruitment 2026 — 30 Vacancies

University of Delhi (DU) is hiring 30 Professors across nine departments in New Delhi. If you have a PhD with at least 10 years of teaching or research experience and proven doctoral guidance, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 20 August 2026. Selected candidates will be placed in Academic Pay Level-14, with a starting salary of Rs. 1,44,200 per month.

University of Delhi (DU) Professor Recruitment 2026 - 30 Posts

The University of Delhi has released Advertisement No. R&P/322/2026 dated 31 July 2026, inviting applications for 30 Professor posts across nine departments — Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Genetics, Geology, Hindi, Linguistics, Operational Research, Philosophy, and Zoology. This recruitment runs alongside DU's Associate Professor drive (Advt. No. R&P/321/2026) for the same departments. This is a senior faculty opportunity for established academics with a strong research record and experience guiding PhD scholars, looking for a leadership role at one of India's top central universities.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: PhD in the relevant discipline.
• Experience: At least 10 years of teaching or research experience as a Professor/Associate Professor or in an equivalent position at a university, college, or recognised research establishment.
• Publications: At least 10 research publications in the relevant discipline.
• Doctoral Guidance: Proven experience supervising PhD scholars is required.
• Research Score: A minimum Academic/Research Score of 120, as per UGC norms.

Salary

• Selected Professors will get a starting salary of Rs. 1,44,200 per month under Academic Pay Level-14 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (UGC Scale).
• You will also get DA, HRA and other allowances as per University of Delhi and UGC norms.

Application Fee

• General/Unreserved (UR): Rs. 2,000
• OBC / EWS / Women: Rs. 1,500
• SC / ST: Rs. 1,000
• PwBD: Rs. 500
• Payment mode: Online

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 3 stages:

1. Screening: All applications are screened against the Academic/Research Score. You need a minimum score of 120 to qualify.
2. Shortlisting: At least 30 candidates are shortlisted for the first vacancy in each category, plus 10 more candidates for every additional vacancy (including tied scores).
3. Presentation and Interview: Shortlisted candidates give a presentation before the Selection Committee (graded A to D), followed by a personal interview.

How to Apply

1. Go to the University of Delhi website at du.ac.in.
2. Click on "Jobs and Opportunities" and then "Work with DU".
3. Find the advertisement for Professor (R&P/322/2026).
4. Register and fill in the online application form.
5. Upload your documents, publication list, and photo.
6. Pay the application fee online.
7. Submit the form before the deadline.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 31 July 2026
• Application Start Date: 31 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 20 August 2026 (or two weeks from publication in Employment News, whichever is later)

• Teach and mentor undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students
• Lead independent research projects in the department
• Supervise doctoral candidates and guide their thesis work
• Publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals
• Represent the department in academic bodies and committees
• Secure and manage external research grants and collaborations
• Contribute to curriculum design and academic policy
• Mentor junior faculty members and research scholars