Job Description
Overview
Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kollam has issued an official notification inviting qualified and experienced educators for appointment to the post of Head of School in the School of Communication and Information Science. The recruitment is conducted on a deputation basis under Notification No. Ad.A3/1/244/2025/SOU. Eligible candidates are invited to submit their online applications through the official university portal before the stipulated deadline.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing strategic academic and administrative leadership for computing, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and library science programmes.
- Designing, updating, and delivering cutting-edge undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral curricula aligned with modern industry demands.
- Fostering a vibrant research culture, promoting high-quality peer-reviewed publications, and securing sponsored research grants.
- Overseeing advanced technical laboratories, cloud infrastructure, computing centres, and multimedia studios.
- Building robust industry partnerships, facilitating student internships, placements, and collaborative technology initiatives.
Why Apply
This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape cutting-edge academic programmes in a rapidly evolving open university ecosystem. Selected candidates will enjoy competitive pay scales regulated under UGC norms and deputation rules while leading significant technological advancements in higher education.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 22 October 2026
- Last Date for Online Application: 11 November 2026 (5 PM)
- Last Date for Hard Copy Receipt: 18 November 2026 (5 PM)
Quick Facts
- Organization: Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kollam
- Post: Head of School
- Total Vacancies: 1
- Mode of Application: Online with hard copy submission
- Official Portal: https://sgou.ac.in/
SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online Overview
Registration Date
22 Oct 2026 –
11 Nov 2026
Salary
As per UGC Norms
Vacancies
1
Eligibility
M.Phil/Ph.D, B.Tech/B.E, M.E/M.Tech, Any Post Graduate, M.Sc, CS
Application Link
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Head of School | 1 |
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official Sreenarayanaguru Open University web portal at https://sgou.ac.in/.
- Complete the registration and submit the required application fee through online banking using the provided bank account details.
- Fill out the online application form accurately and download a copy of the completed application along with the fee payment receipt.
- Gather self-attested true copies of all relevant educational certificates, experience proofs, research documents, category certificates, and a formal No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your current employer.
- Send the printed hard copy of the application and attachments by post or in person to the Office of the Registrar, Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kureepuzha, Kollam, 691601 on or before 18 November 2026 at 5 PM.
Application Fee
Fee Details
- General Category: Rs. 1500/-
- SC/ST/DA Category: Rs. 750/-
- Payment Mode: Online transfer to Union Bank, Kollam Branch (Account No. 3614010035599, IFSC: UBIN0536148).
Age Limit
52 years as on 01/01/2026 (relaxation up to 56 years for university service)
Selection Process
Selection Committee Review
The selection of candidates is conducted by a specially constituted selection committee in strict compliance with applicable UGC Regulations and University Statutes. Fulfillment of minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee an invitation to the interview process or final selection.
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Organization
Sreenarayanaguru Open University, located in Kollam, Kerala, is a premier state open university established under the Sreenarayanaguru Open University Act 2021. The university focuses on expanding accessible, high-quality higher education across diverse disciplines, including emerging fields such as computing, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and information sciences, to nurture modern scholarship and research innovation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The notified position is Head of School in the School of Communication and Information Science on a deputation basis. Check the official notification for complete structural details.
There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the Head of School post at Sreenarayanaguru Open University. Review the official portal for updates.
The online application window closes on 11 November 2026 at 5 PM. Ensure your submission is completed well before the deadline.
The hard copy of the application along with all mandatory enclosures and NOC must reach the Registrar's office by 18 November 2026 at 5 PM.
The maximum age limit is ordinarily 52 years as on 01/01/2026, with relaxations up to 56 years applicable for candidates in University Service.
The registration fee for General category applicants is Rs. 1500/-, payable online through the designated bank account.
Eligible SC/ST/DA candidates are required to pay a concessional registration fee of Rs. 750/- via online transfer.
Teachers not below the rank of Associate Professor working in government colleges, aided colleges, universities, or recognized institutions under UGC guidelines are eligible to apply.
The printed application must be mailed or delivered to the Office of the Registrar, Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kureepuzha, Kollam, 691601.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official Sreenarayanaguru Open University website at https://sgou.ac.in/.
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