MGU Kottayam Associate Professor Education Recruitment 2026

Earn up to Rs. 2,09,200 per month as a faculty member at Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam — one of Kerala's prominent central universities. MGU is recruiting 1 Associate Professor in Education for its School of Pedagogical Sciences, and this vacancy is exclusively reserved for PH-HI (Hearing Impaired) candidates.

Key Highlights

• This post is reserved for PH-HI (Partially Deaf) category candidates only
• Renotification — this vacancy was previously advertised but not filled
• You need a minimum of 7 peer-reviewed publications and a research score of 75 as per UGC Regulations 2018
• Degrees from universities outside Kerala must have an equivalency certificate from MGU
• You must submit a hard copy of your application by post to MGU by 6 April 2026, even after applying online
• Candidates currently employed in universities or government/aided colleges must attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer

Selection Process

Selection is based on application scrutiny followed by a personal interview for shortlisted candidates. There is no written exam. During scrutiny, your academic record, experience, publications, and research score as per UGC Regulations 2018 (Appendix II, Table 2) will be verified. Interview call letters will be sent via email, so make sure your email ID in the application is active and correct.

Documents You'll Need

Key documents to keep ready:

• Disability Certificate from a Competent Authority (mandatory — PH-HI reservation post)
• Ph.D. certificate and Master's degree marksheet showing 55% or above
• Experience certificates totalling at least 8 years in teaching or research
• Proof of 7+ publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals
• NOC from current employer (if working in a university, government college, or aided college)

See the complete document list in the section below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for MGU Kottayam Associate Professor 2026?

A. The last date to apply online is 31 March 2026. The last date to send your hard copy application by post to MGU is 6 April 2026.

Q. What is the salary of Associate Professor at Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam?

A. The pay is as per UGC Academic Level 13A with a starting pay of Rs. 1,31,400 per month, going up to approximately Rs. 2,09,200 per month. DA and HRA are additional as per applicable norms.

Q. Is the MGU Associate Professor Education 2026 post open to all candidates?

A. No. This specific post is reserved exclusively for PH-HI (Partially Deaf / Hearing Impaired) candidates. Only candidates who hold a valid Disability Certificate for hearing impairment are eligible to apply.

Q. What qualifications do I need to apply for MGU Associate Professor Education 2026?

A. You need a Ph.D. in Education, a Master's degree with at least 55% marks, a minimum of 8 years of teaching or research experience, 7 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals, and a total research score of 75 as per UGC Regulations 2018.

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Education at the School of Pedagogical Sciences
• Design and deliver curriculum aligned with UGC guidelines and university academic standards
• Guide Ph.D. scholars and supervise research projects in the field of Education
• Publish research papers in peer-reviewed and UGC-listed journals
• Participate in departmental academic activities, seminars, and university committees
• Evaluate student performance through assignments, internal assessments, and examinations
• Contribute to curriculum development and academic planning of the department
• Maintain and improve research score as per UGC Regulations 2018 Academic Performance Indicators