SMKV Recruitment
SMKV Recruitment
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Job Description
Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya, Bastar Faculty Recruitment 2026: Apply online for Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor Posts
Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya (SMKV), Bastar, a Multidisciplinary Education & Research University in Chhattisgarh, has released two separate recruitment notifications for regular faculty positions across multiple Schools of Studies. This is a golden opportunity for eligible candidates to join a state university in permanent roles.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya, Bastar, Chhattisgarh |
| Location | Dharampura-2, Jagdalpur, Distt. Bastar, Chhattisgarh - 494001 |
| Posts | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 98 (56 in Science + 42 in Humanities) |
| Employment Type | Regular / Permanent |
| Application Mode | Online + Hard Copy (by Registered/Speed Post) |
Recruitment 1: Faculty Positions in Science & Allied Disciplines
Advertisement No.: 3129/Admin./Estt./SMKV/2026 , Official notification
Dated: 14 March 2026
Total Vacancies: 56
School-wise Vacancy Details
| S. No. | School of Studies | Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physics | Professor | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | – | 1 | – | 2 | ||
| 2 | Chemistry | Professor | – | – | 1 | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | 1 | – | – | 2 | ||
| 3 | Mathematics | Professor | – | 1 | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | – | 1 | – | 2 | ||
| 4 | Statistics | Professor | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | ||
| 5 | Geology | Professor | – | – | 1 | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | 1 | – | – | 2 | ||
| 6 | Zoology | Professor | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 2 | – | 1 | 1 | 4 | ||
| 7 | Botany | Professor | – | – | 1 | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | – | – | 1 | 2 | ||
| 8 | Microbiology | Professor | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | – | 1 | – | 2 | ||
| Total | Professor | 4 | 1 | 4 | – | 9 | |
| Associate Professor | 8 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 17 | ||
| Assistant Professor | 15 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 30 | ||
| Grand Total | 27 | 8 | 17 | 4 | 56 |
Recruitment 2: Faculty Positions in Humanities & Social Sciences
Advertisement No.: 362/Admin./Estt./SMKV/2026, official notification
Dated: 17 February 2026
Total Vacancies: 42
School-wise Vacancy Details
| S. No. | School of Studies | Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | PwD Reserved | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sociology | Professor | – | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | ||
| Assistant Professor | 2 | – | 1 | 1 | – | 4 | ||
| 2 | Geography | Professor | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | 2 | ||
| Assistant Professor | 2 | – | 1 | 1 | – | 4 | ||
| 3 | History | Professor | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 | ||
| Assistant Professor | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 (OA, OL, BL, B, LV) | 4 | ||
| 4 | Psychology | Professor | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 | ||
| Assistant Professor | 2 | – | 1 | 1 | – | 4 | ||
| 5 | Economics | Professor | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 | ||
| Assistant Professor | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | – | 4 | ||
| 6 | Hindi | Professor | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | – | 1 | – | – | 2 | ||
| Assistant Professor | 2 | – | 2 | – | 1 (OA, OL, BL, B, LV) | 4 | ||
| Total | Professor | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 6 | |
| Associate Professor | 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | – | 11 | ||
| Assistant Professor | 10 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 25 | ||
| Grand Total | 16 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 42 |
Subject-wise Master's Degree Requirement
| School of Studies | Required Master's Degree |
|---|---|
| Physics | M.Sc. Physics |
| Chemistry | M.Sc. Chemistry |
| Mathematics | M.Sc. Mathematics |
| Statistics | M.Sc./M.A. Statistics |
| Geology | M.Sc. Geology |
| Zoology | M.Sc. Zoology |
| Botany | M.Sc. Botany |
| Microbiology | M.Sc. Microbiology |
| Sociology | M.A. Sociology |
| Geography | M.A. Geography |
| History | M.A. History |
| Psychology | M.A. Psychology |
| Economics | M.A. Economics |
| Hindi | M.A. Hindi |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
As per UGC Regulation 2018 and Ordinance-4, Regulation-114 of SMKV Bastar:
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Candidates must have a Master's degree in the concerned subject with the minimum percentage specified by UGC Regulation 2018
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Relaxation in minimum percentage at Master's level is governed by UGC Regulation 2018
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Candidates with Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/related subject may be considered
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For subjects where UGC NET/SET (Chhattisgarh State) is not conducted, candidates must have Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/related subject
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Ph.D. from foreign universities must be accompanied by a Certificate of Equivalence from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi
You may also apply for IIIT Raichur Recruitment here.
Experience Requirements
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Professor: As per UGC norms (typically Ph.D. with significant teaching/research experience and publications)
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Associate Professor: As per UGC norms (typically Ph.D. with teaching/research experience)
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Assistant Professor: As per UGC norms (NET/SET qualification with Master's degree)
Note: Candidates applying for Professor or Associate Professor must enclose salary slips, Form-16, and ITRs for the claimed teaching experience.
Age Limit
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Maximum age: 65 years as on the last date of application submission
Pay Scales & Academic Levels
| Post | Pay Scale | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Rs. 1,44,200 – Rs. 2,18,200 | Level 14 |
| Associate Professor | Rs. 1,31,400 – Rs. 2,17,100 | Level 13A |
| Assistant Professor | Rs. 57,700 – Rs. 1,82,400 | Level 10 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Creamy Layer) | Rs. 1,500 |
| ST / SC / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Divyang (PwD) | Rs. 500 |
Note: Separate application fee must be paid for each post applied. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
Important Dates
Recruitment 1 (Science Disciplines)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 19 March 2026 (Thursday), 12:00 Noon |
| Online Application Close | 17 April 2026 (Friday), 11:59 PM |
| Edit Window | 18–22 April 2026 |
| Hard Copy Submission Deadline | 09 May 2026 (Saturday), 05:00 PM |
Recruitment 2 (Humanities & Social Sciences)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 23 March 2026 (Monday), 12:00 Noon |
| Online Application Close | 22 April 2026 (Wednesday), 11:59 PM |
| Edit Window | 23–27 April 2026 |
| Hard Copy Submission Deadline | 12 May 2026 (Tuesday), 05:00 PM |
How to Apply
Step 1: Online Application
Visit the official university website at the link below
After registration, login credentials will be sent to your registered mobile number/email ID.
Step 2: Hard Copy Submission
After online submission, take a printout of the duly filled application form. Place it along with self-attested copies of all supporting documents in an A4/A3 plastic laminated envelope.
Mark the envelope with:
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"Application for the post of _________ in the School of _________ in Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya, Bastar, Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh)"
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Applicant's Name
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Post Applied For
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Name of School of Studies
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Advertisement Reference Number
Send by Registered Post/Speed Post only to:
The Registrar
Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya, Bastar
Dharampura-2, Jagdalpur
District – Bastar, Chhattisgarh
Pin Code – 494001
Reservation Rules
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Reservation benefits for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Women/PwD apply only to candidates domiciled in Chhattisgarh
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Candidates from reserved categories must submit:
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Permanent caste certificate from competent authority
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Valid permanent residence (domicile) certificate of Chhattisgarh
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OBC (Creamy Layer) candidates from Chhattisgarh will be treated as Unreserved (UR)
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PwD candidates with 40% or more disability are eligible for reservation
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PwD candidates must submit medical certificate in prescribed format specifying type and percentage of disability
You may also apply for IACS Recruitment here.
Important Instructions
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Result-awaited candidates are not eligible
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Eligibility will be determined based on the last date of application submission
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Incomplete applications or those received after the last date will be summarily rejected
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No Objection Certificate (NOC) is required for candidates currently in employment
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Shortlisted candidates must bring original documents for verification at the time of interview
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Selected candidates will undergo a probation period of 3 years
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It is mandatory to submit a medical fitness certificate from the Divisional Medical Board of Chhattisgarh upon selection
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The recruitment is subject to the final outcome of Supreme Court Writ Petition No. S.L.P. (C) 19668/2022
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Jurisdiction for any disputes: Hon'ble High Court of Chhattisgarh at Bilaspur
Selection Process
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Assistant Professor: Shortlisting based on Academic Score as per Annexure I
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Professor & Associate Professor: Evaluation based on Academic/Research Score as per Annexure II
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Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview
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The University reserves the right to decide the number of candidates to be called for interview
Useful Links
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University Website: provided below
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Email for Fee Refund Queries: [email protected]
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Contact: 07782-229037
Disclaimer
This article is compiled from the official recruitment notifications of Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya, Bastar for informational purposes. Candidates are advised to visit the official university website and read the full advertisement carefully before applying.
Best of luck!!