Job Description
Overview
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has announced a recruitment drive for Guest Faculty positions within its Centre for Ayurveda Biology. This initiative aims to onboard qualified professionals to contribute to the academic excellence of the university. The roles are contractual in nature and offer a unique opportunity for experienced educators and researchers to engage with a premier central university.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality lectures to students in the Centre for Ayurveda Biology.
- Develop and update course curriculum in line with academic standards.
- Conduct research activities and contribute to the department's academic output.
- Participate in departmental meetings and academic administrative tasks.
- Mentor students and provide guidance on academic projects and research.
- Maintain records of student attendance and academic performance.
Why Apply
Joining JNU as a Guest Faculty provides an excellent platform for career growth in the academic sector. It offers the chance to work in a prestigious institution, interact with diverse scholars, and contribute significantly to the field of Ayurveda education.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 30 June 2026
- Application Deadline: 14 July 2026
Quick Facts
- Vacancy Count: 2
- Pay Scale: Rs. 1500 per lecture (Max Rs. 50,000/month)
- Location: New Delhi
- Category: Teaching Jobs
JNU Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Guest Faculty (Rasa Shastra Bhaishajya Kalpana) | 1 |
| Guest Faculty (Ayurveda Samhita or Maulik Siddhant) | 1 |
How to Apply
- Visit the official JNU website to download the detailed notification.
- Prepare a comprehensive bio-data including all personal and academic details.
- Gather self-attested copies of your educational certificates, experience proofs, and ID documents.
- Ensure you have recent passport-size photographs ready for submission.
- Draft an email with the subject line clearly mentioning the post applied for.
- Attach all documents to the email and send it to the official email address provided in the notification.
- Submit the application before the deadline of 14 July 2026.
- Retain a copy of the sent email for your records.
Cutoff Marks
Application Fee
Age Limit
Selection Process
The selection process for the Guest Faculty positions at JNU is based on an interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic credentials, research experience, and overall profile.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview where their subject knowledge, teaching aptitude, and communication skills will be evaluated by a selection committee. The final selection will be based on the performance during this interview session.
Exam Pattern
Latest Current Affairs (Key Points)
Organization
JNU has announced a large number of teaching positions in diverse disciplines including Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences, International Studies, Languages, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences, and more. Candidates are advised to carefully read the detailed advertisement before applying.
JNU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
| University Name | Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi |
| Advertisement No. | RC/75/2026 |
| Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | Multiple positions across various categories |
| Pay Scale | As per 7th CPC (Academic Pay Levels 10, 13A & 14) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Period | 18 May 2026 (04:00 PM) to 15 June 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://www.jnu.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 18 May 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 15 June 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy (if required) | To be notified |
Pay Scales
| Post | Academic Pay Level | Pay Scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Level-14 | 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 |
| Associate Professor | Level-13A | 1,31,400 – 2,17,100 |
| Assistant Professor | Level-10 | 57,700 – 1,82,400 |
JNU Faculty Vacancy Details 2026 (Summary)
JNU has announced vacancies in Schools of Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Engineering, Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences, International Studies, Social Sciences, Languages, Arts & Aesthetics, and many specialized Centres.
Professor Positions (Selected Highlights)
- Centre for the Study of Law and Governance (CSLG)
- School of Arts & Aesthetics (SAA)
- School of Biotechnology (Structural Biology, Experimental Neuroscience)
- School of Computational & Integrative Sciences (SCIS)
- Special Centre for National Security Studies
- School of Environmental Sciences (Chemical Hazards, Air Pollution Modelling, Environmental Analytical Chemistry)
- Multiple Centres under School of International Studies (SIS)
- School of Life Sciences (Systems Biology, Neurobiology, Molecular Metabolism, Infection Biology, Genome Biology, Ecology & Biodiversity)
- School of Engineering (Mechanical, Computer Science)
- School of Physical Sciences
- Many backlog vacancies under SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories
Associate Professor & Assistant Professor Positions
Numerous positions are available across almost all Schools and Centres with specific specializations in areas such as:
- International Relations, Political Theory, Economics, Sociology, History
- Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic, Persian, Russian, French languages
- Life Sciences, Computational Biology, Virology, RNA Biology
- And many more...
Note: Complete post-wise details with specializations, essential & desirable qualifications, and category-wise reservations are available in the official 22-page notification.
