VNSGU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

With 194 teaching vacancies open across 37 departments, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU) in Surat is running one of the biggest university-level teaching recruitment drives in Gujarat for 2026. If you hold a Master's degree and are looking for a teaching role at a NAAC B++ accredited state university, this is a strong opportunity. Apply online before 26 March 2026.

Who Can Apply

There are three types of posts in this recruitment, each with different eligibility conditions. Here is what you need for each:

Temporary Assistant Professor (TAP) — Government-Aided Departments:

• Master's Degree in the concerned or allied subject
• Must meet UGC 2018 norms — meaning you need NET, SET, or a PhD
• These 75 posts are in departments like Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Mathematics, Sociology, and more

Temporary Teaching Assistant (TTA) — Self-Financed Programmes:

• Master's Degree (postgraduate) with at least 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA)
• Candidates who do not have NET/SET/PhD but hold a postgraduate degree with 55% are eligible for Teaching Assistant-level posts
• These 117 posts span 20 departments/centres including ICT, Biotechnology, Commerce, Law, Fine Arts, Interior Design, and MSW

Tutor — IAS/IPS Competitive Exam Training Centre:

• Graduate in any subject AND appeared in at least 2 UPSC/GPSC Class 1-2 Main Exams; OR
• Appeared in at least 1 UPSC/GPSC Class 1-2 Interview; OR
• Postgraduate degree with at least 3 years of experience teaching UPSC/GPSC exam subjects
• 2 posts available

Experience: Fresh postgraduates with NET/SET/PhD are eligible. No minimum work experience is required for TAP posts.

Age Limit: Not specified in the official notification. Age will be governed by University and UGC norms. Check the official notification PDFs for any updates.

Important Notes Before You Apply:

• You must be registered with an Employment Exchange and upload your Employment Registration Card
• If you are currently employed elsewhere, you need to bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your employer at the time of the interview
• Selected candidates must sign an agreement on a Rs. 300 stamp paper (your expense)
• Working hours at the university are 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM

How Many Posts Are There

This recruitment comes under two separate official notifications issued on 24 February 2026.

Notification 1 — TAP (Government-Aided Departments): 75 posts

Notification 2 — Self-Financed Programmes: 119 posts

Reservation categories include OPEN, SEBC, SC, ST, and EWS with Women and PwD horizontal reservations as applicable.

Salary Details

These are contractual positions with a fixed consolidated monthly salary. There is no DA, HRA, TA, PF, Gratuity, LTC, or Medical Benefits attached to these posts.

Since there are no allowances or deductions like PF, your fixed salary amount is also roughly what you take home each month. These are not regular pay-scale positions and do not follow the 7th Pay Commission structure.

Contract Period

These positions are temporary and contractual. The appointment is for 11 months — up to the end of the second term of Academic Year 2026-27 — or until a regular (permanent) candidate joins, whichever happens first. Your performance will be reviewed every 6 months. Poor performance can lead to cancellation of the appointment order.

Selection Process

There is no written exam for these posts. Selection happens in the following steps:

1. Online Application — Submit your application on the Samarth portal before the deadline
2. Shortlisting — The university shortlists candidates based on application details and uploaded documents
3. Interview — Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview by the Head of Department or Centre Coordinator. You will be intimated directly. Travel for the interview is at your own cost.
4. Document Verification — Original documents must be produced before you join

Do not contact departments directly. Wait for official communication from the university regarding interview scheduling.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official application portal: https://vnsgurec.samarth.edu.in/
2. Register or log in to your account on the Samarth portal
3. Fill in your personal and academic details carefully
4. Upload your Employment Registration Card and all required documents
5. Submit the application before 26 March 2026 by 06:10 PM
6. Keep a copy of your submitted application for future reference

There is no application fee mentioned in the official notification. The application is free.

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply: 26 March 2026 by 06:10 PM. Make sure you submit your application before this deadline. Late applications will not be accepted.

Application Fee: No fee mentioned in the official notification. The application is free of cost. Apply through the official Samarth portal only.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the salary of Temporary Assistant Professor in VNSGU?

A. The salary for Temporary Assistant Professor in VNSGU ranges from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 60,000 per month depending on the department and your qualification. TAP posts in government-aided departments get Rs. 40,000 per month as a fixed consolidated pay. The highest salary of Rs. 60,000 is for the Commerce department (M.Com + PhD + Tally knowledge).

Q. What is the last date to apply for VNSGU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

A. The last date to apply for VNSGU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is 26 March 2026 by 06:10 PM. You can apply online through the official Samarth portal at vnsgurec.samarth.edu.in.

Q. What is the age limit for VNSGU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

A. The age limit is not specified in the official notification. It will be governed by University and UGC norms. Check the official VNSGU notification PDFs at www.vnsgu.ac.in for any updates on age criteria.

Q. How many vacancies are there in VNSGU Recruitment 2026?

A. There are 194 total vacancies in VNSGU Recruitment 2026 — 75 posts under the TAP (government-aided) notification and 119 posts under the self-financed programmes notification across 37 departments.

Q. What qualification is needed for VNSGU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

A. For Temporary Assistant Professor posts, you need a Master's degree in the concerned or allied subject along with NET, SET, or PhD as per UGC 2018 norms. For Temporary Teaching Assistant posts, a Master's degree with at least 55% marks is required. For the Tutor post at the IAS/IPS Training Centre, a graduation degree plus UPSC/GPSC exam experience or postgraduate degree with 3 years teaching experience is needed.

Q. Is there a written exam for VNSGU Teaching Recruitment 2026?

A. No, there is no written exam. Selection is based on shortlisting of applications followed by an interview. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly by the Head of Department or Centre Coordinator.

Q. What is the application fee for VNSGU Recruitment 2026?

A. The official VNSGU notification does not mention any application fee. The application is free of cost. Apply only through the official portal at vnsgurec.samarth.edu.in.

Q. How to apply for VNSGU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

A. You can apply online through the Samarth portal at vnsgurec.samarth.edu.in. Register or log in, fill your application, upload the required documents including your Employment Registration Card, and submit before 26 March 2026 by 06:10 PM.

• Teach assigned subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate students as per the department timetable
• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in the relevant subject area
• Evaluate student assignments, internal tests, and examination papers
• Guide students in project work and research activities as directed by the department
• Maintain attendance records and submit academic reports to the Head of Department
• Participate in departmental meetings, seminars, and university academic events
• Follow university working hours (10:30 AM to 5:30 PM) and adhere to all university rules
• Report to the Head of Department / Centre Coordinator for all academic and administrative matters