Soban Singh Jeena University Recruitment 2026: Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor (89) Posts | Apply Offline by 2 March

Soban Singh Jeena University (SSJU), Almora, Uttarakhand has released an official recruitment notification (Advt. No. 01/Teaching Rec/4039) for the appointment of Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, and Assistant Librarian on a regular basis.

Eligible candidates can submit applications from 11 February 2026 to 02 March 2026 (5 PM) through the prescribed process.

This is a significant opportunity for academicians seeking regular faculty positions in a State University in Uttarakhand.

About the University

Soban Singh Jeena University (SSJU), located at Mall Road, Almora (Uttarakhand), is a State University committed to higher education and research excellence. The recruitment will be conducted as per UGC Regulations 2018 and subsequent amendments, along with applicable norms of NCTE, BCI, etc.

Teaching Positions Available

1. Professor

Pay Scale: 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 (Level-14)

Departments Include:

• Biotechnology

• Chemistry

• Education

• History

• Law

• Mathematics

• Natural Product

• Pharmaceutical Technology

• Psychology

• Traditional Knowledge

(Reservation applicable as per Uttarakhand Government rules)

2. Associate Professor

Pay Scale: 1,31,400 – 2,17,100 (Level-13A)

Departments Include:

• Biotechnology

• Chemistry

• Commerce

• Economics

• Education

• English

• Law

• Mathematics

• Natural Product

• Pharmaceutical Technology

• Physics

• Psychology

• Sanskrit

• Statistics

• Traditional Knowledge

• Zoology

(Category-wise reservation as per UK Govt. norms)

3. Assistant Professor

Pay Scale: 57,100 – 1,82,400 (Level-10)

Major Departments:

• Biotechnology

• Botany

• Chemistry

• Commerce

• Economics

• Education

• English

• Forestry

• Geography

• GIS

• History

• Law

• Mathematics

• Music

• Natural Product

• Pharmaceutical Technology

• Physics

• Physical Education

• Political Science

• Psychology

• Sanskrit

• Sociology

• Statistics

• Traditional Knowledge

• Yoga

• Zoology

(Extensive category-wise reservation including UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, UK Women, Ex-Army, etc.)

4. Assistant Librarian

Pay Scale: 57,100 – 1,82,400 (Level-10)
• 1 Post (Reservation as per norms)

Eligibility Criteria

? Must be an Indian citizen
? Qualifications as per UGC Regulations 2018 (and subsequent amendments)
? Educational qualifications & eligibility will be determined as on the closing date
? Ph.D. from foreign universities requires AIU equivalence certificate
? Research score must be supported by documentary evidence

Candidates are advised to ensure eligibility before applying.

You may also apply for IIM Amritsar Recruitment here.

Application Fee

• 2000 – General Category
• 1000 – SC/ST/OBC/PwD

Payment Mode: Online only (NEFT/RTGS/Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card/UPI)

Bank Details:
Bank – HDFC Bank, Mall Road Almora
Account Name – Finance Officer, SSJ University
A/C No. – 50100467408526
IFSC – HDFC0001919

(Fee once paid is non-refundable)

Important Dates

Application Start Date: 11 February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 02 March 2026 (Up to 5 PM)
Applications must reach via Speed Post only to:

Registrar
Soban Singh Jeena University
Administrative Block, Mall Road
Almora, Uttarakhand – 263601

Selection Process

• Screening by duly constituted Screening Committee
• Shortlisting based on eligibility & research score
• Interview of shortlisted candidates
• Document verification at the time of interview

Final updates will be communicated via registered email and published on the university website.

Important Instructions

• Applications received after the last date will not be accepted.

• Incomplete applications will be rejected.

• Reservation benefits are applicable only to Uttarakhand domiciles (as per state norms).

• Candidates in employment must submit NOC at the time of interview.

• The University reserves the right to increase/decrease posts or withdraw advertisement.

Why This Recruitment is Important?

This notification offers regular faculty appointments across a wide range of disciplines with attractive 7th CPC pay levels. It is a valuable opportunity for qualified academicians aiming to secure a permanent position in a State University system.

For complete details, subject-wise vacancy break-up, and reservation categories, candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying.

Best of luck!!