MGU Kottayam Food Science Co-Ordinator Recruitment 2026

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam is hiring 1 Co-Ordinator for its School of Food Science and Technology on a one-year contract basis. If you hold a Ph.D in Food Science and Nutrition or a closely related discipline and have a strong academic record, you can apply offline by post. The last date to apply is 16 August 2026. This post is reserved for candidates from the Ezhava/Billava/Thiyya (E/B/T) community and pays Rs. 30,000 per month.

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) Co-Ordinator Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam has issued a re-notification (Re-Notification-1, dated 1 August 2026) inviting applications for the post of Co-Ordinator at its School of Food Science and Technology. This follows an earlier notification issued on 11 March 2026 for the same position. The university is looking for a senior academic to lead this school, guide doctoral research, and shape its curriculum. This is a leadership-level academic engagement, not an entry-level teaching post - the university wants someone with an established research career and long teaching experience.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need a Ph.D in Food Science and Nutrition or a related discipline. You should be an eminent scholar actively engaged in research, with at least 10 publications in national or international journals with a high impact factor.
• Experience: You need a minimum of 15 years of teaching experience in a university or college, and/or research experience at university or national-level institutions or industries, including experience guiding students for doctoral-level research.
• Additional Criteria: The university wants candidates who have contributed to educational innovations, designed new curriculum and courses, and have experience with technology-mediated teaching methods.
• Category: This post is reserved for candidates belonging to the Ezhava/Billava/Thiyya (E/B/T) community. You must submit a valid Caste Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate along with your application.

Age Limit

• You should not be older than 70 years as on 1 January 2026.

Salary

• The selected candidate will get fixed monthly wages of Rs. 30,000 per month for the one-year contract period.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

There is no written exam for this post. MGU will select the Co-Ordinator in the following way:

1. Screening of Applications: The university will check your qualification, publication record, and experience documents against the eligibility criteria.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview to assess their suitability for the role.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your application on white paper, including two mobile numbers and an email address.
2. Attach self-attested copies of documents proving your qualification, age, and experience as listed in the eligibility criteria.
3. Attach a valid Caste Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate.
4. Write 'Application for the post of Co-Ordinator on Contract in the School of Food Science and Technology' on the envelope.
5. Send your application by post to The Registrar, Mahatma Gandhi University, Priyadarsini Hills P.O., Kottayam - 686560 so that it reaches the university within 16 August 2026.

Incomplete, defective, or late applications will be rejected, so double-check your documents before sending.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 1 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply (by post): 16 August 2026

• Coordinate academic programs and research activities within the School of Food Science and Technology
• Guide and mentor doctoral and postgraduate students in their research work
• Design and update curriculum and course content in line with current academic and industry standards
• Lead and publish research in food science and nutrition
• Liaise with University administration on academic planning and departmental matters
• Organize seminars, workshops, and collaborations with research institutions and industry
• Supervise laboratory and research facilities within the school