Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has announced recruitment for various teaching positions. There are a total of 46 vacancies available for the posts of Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Principal, and Head of Section. The last date to apply online is 6 October 2026.
JMI Professor Recruitment 2026: 46 Posts, Apply Online: Overview
| Organization | JMI |
| Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Principal and Head of Section |
| Advt No | 01/2026-27 (T) |
| Total Vacancies | 46 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Official Website | jmi.ac.in |
Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Advertisement Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 16 October 2026 |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay an application fee based on their category. The details are as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR/OBC | Rs.1,500 |
| SC/ST | Rs.750 |
| PwD | No application fee |
Age Limit
The age limit details are not specified in the notification. Age relaxation criteria may apply as per government rules.
Vacancy Details
The following table outlines the vacancies available for each post:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Professor | 10 |
| Associate Professor | 12 |
| Assistant Professor | 22 |
| Principal | 1 |
| Head of Section | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess specific educational qualifications for each post as outlined in the notification. The qualifications vary from Master’s degrees to Ph.D. in relevant fields, along with necessary teaching or industry experience. Below is a detailed table of eligibility criteria for each post.
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| Professor | Ph.D. in relevant field with minimum 10 years of experience. |
| Associate Professor | Ph.D. with at least 6 publications and 8 years of experience. |
| Assistant Professor | Master’s degree with NET qualification or Ph.D. |
| Principal, University Polytechnic | Ph.D. with 16 years of experience. |
| Head of Section | Ph.D. with 12 years of experience. |
Salary and Pay Scale
The pay scale for the various posts is as follows:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Range |
| Professor | Academic Level 14 | Rs.1,44,200 to Rs.2,18,200 |
| Associate Professor | Academic Level 13A | Rs.1,31,400 to Rs.2,17,100 |
| Assistant Professor | Academic Level 10 | Rs.57,700 to Rs.1,82,400 |
| Principal, University Polytechnic | Level 13A1 | Entry pay of Rs.1,31,400 with a special allowance of Rs.4,500 per month |
| Head of Section, University Polytechnic | Level 13A1 | Entry pay of Rs.1,31,400 |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages to ensure the right candidates are chosen. The stages are as follows:
- Screening or shortlisting of applications
- Interview
- Document verification
How to Apply
Candidates can apply through the official website by following these steps:
- Visit the CU-Chayan recruitment portal.
- Complete the registration process using a valid email address and mobile number.
- Select the relevant Jamia Millia Islamia teaching post.
- Enter the required personal, educational, research and experience details.
- Upload self-attested copies of the required certificates and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Review and submit the online application by 6 October 2026.
- Download and print the submitted application form.
- Attach self-attested copies of all documents claimed in the application.
- Send or submit the hard copy to the university so that it reaches by 16 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers are not eligible for the posts of Professor and Associate Professor, which require significant prior experience. However, Assistant Professor positions may be open to candidates with the appropriate qualifications without prior experience.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, candidates can apply for more than one post, but a separate application and applicable fee must be submitted for each post.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates must provide self-attested copies of all documents claimed in their application during the document verification process.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: जामिया मिलिया इस्लामिया
- पद: प्रोफेसर, एसोसिएट प्रोफेसर, सहायक प्रोफेसर, प्रिंसिपल और सेक्शन के प्रमुख
- कुल पद: 46
- योग्यता: मास्टर डिग्री, B.E./B.Tech., M.E./M.Tech., Ph.D. या प्रासंगिक योग्यता
- आयु सीमा: निर्दिष्ट नहीं
- अंतिम तिथि: 6 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: आधिकारिक वेबसाइट पर ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें
