MGU Junior Software Developer Recruitment 2026
Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU)
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Vacancies
5
Salary
₹23,000 - ₹23,000
Job Type
Contract
Full time
Apply By
16 Oct 2026
About This Job
Apply for 5 Junior Software Developer posts at MGU. Relevant degree or diploma eligible. Salary: Rs 23,000. Last date: 16 Oct 2026. Apply by email and post.
MGU Junior Software Developer Recruitment 2026: Overview
Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) is recruiting Junior Software Developers on a temporary contract basis in Kottayam, Kerala. The notification concerns the university's web application work, from development through delivery and support after launch. It is a technical software role within the university, rather than a teaching appointment.
Service Conditions and Caveats
- Contract term: The engagement lasts one year. You should consider your availability for this stated period when deciding whether the position fits your plans.
- Appointment basis: The university describes the role as temporary and contractual. The notice does not promise a permanent appointment or an extension beyond the stated term.
- Late applications: The university will not consider applications received after the deadline. Its submission instructions cover both email and post, so allow time for the postal requirement as well.
Application Submission Notes
- Email destination: Send your application material to notificationada4@mgu.ac.in. This is the recruitment email specified in the notification, and your submission must also meet the postal requirement.
- Postal destination: Send the required set to The Registrar, Mahatma Gandhi University, P D Hills P O, Kottayam-686560. Email submission alone does not complete the stated application route.
- Post identification: Write Junior Software Developer on the envelope and include the post name in your application. This identifies the particular university opening you are applying for.
- Contact details: Your bio-data must include your own valid email address and mobile phone number. The university will use email or phone to tell shortlisted applicants when to attend, so give details through which it can reach you.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain web applications.
- Contribute to application planning, design and development.
- Support delivery and help resolve issues after launch.
- Use test-driven development and acceptance tests to check feature quality.
- Keep up with web development trends and good practices.
- Provide daily and weekly reports to your reporting head.
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's or master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Computer Applications; BE/BTech in Computer Science or IT; or diploma in Computer Science or Computer Applications.
Required Skills
Core PHP and frameworks including Laravel/CodeIgniter; CSS3, JavaScript and HTML5; object-oriented PHP programming; familiarity with MySQL, MariaDB or MSSQL.
Age Limit
21 - 45 years (as on 01 Jan 2026)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC: As per applicable rules; the notice does not give specific years.
- Candidates with university service: 1 year of age relaxation for each year of university service, up to a maximum of 5 years.
Experience
2 - No limit years
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Salary & Compensation
Pay Scale
Consolidated Rs. 23,000 per month
Selection Process
- 1 Interview
Additional Requirements
Computer Knowledge Required
How to Apply
Application Mode: Offline
Click the "Apply Now" button to visit the official application portal.
Required Documents:
- Bio-data
- Qualification certificates
- Mark sheets
- Experience certificates
- Proof of age
- Caste certificate, where applicable
- Scanned copies for email submission and one set of copies for postal submission
Frequently Asked Questions
You must apply by 16 October 2026. The university does not consider applications received after the deadline.
You need a relevant degree or diploma in the specified computing disciplines, at least 2 years of professional PHP development experience, and the listed PHP, front-end and database skills. The age range is 21 to 45 years as on 1 January 2026, with the stated relaxations.
Email your bio-data and scanned certificates to notificationada4@mgu.ac.in, and send one set by post to The Registrar, Mahatma Gandhi University, P D Hills P O, Kottayam-686560. Mention the post name in your application and on the envelope.
You will receive a consolidated salary of Rs. 23,000 per month.
Shortlisted applicants will attend an interview. The university will communicate its date and time to you by email or phone.
Important Dates
Notification
06 Oct 2026
Application Start
06 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply
16 Oct 2026
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