CSJMU Faculty Recruitment 2026 out for 36 posts, Apply Online, Salary

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), Kanpur, has released the official notification for regular faculty recruitment under Advertisement No. CSJMU/Gen.Admin/980/Teaching/2026, dated 26 September 2026. The notice covers 36 posts: 15 Professor, 13 Associate Professor and 8 Assistant Professor, across 18 departments. Online applications opened on 26 September 2026 and close on 31 October 2026. Candidates must also send a signed hard copy by Registered or Speed Post, and it must reach the Registrar’s office by 5 November 2026. Interested candidates should read the full article below and check eligibility before applying, because incomplete applications will be rejected.

CSJMU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Out

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), Kanpur, has issued a new recruitment notice (Advertisement No. CSJMU/Gen.Admin/980/Teaching/2026, dated 26 September 2026) inviting online applications from eligible Indian nationals for regular teaching posts. Posts are spread across 18 departments, including Economics, Law, Physics, Music, Yoga and several engineering branches. The online window closes on 31 October 2026, and the hard copy must reach the university by 5 November 2026.

CSJMU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

CSJMU Faculty Recruitment 2026: Overview

The CSJMU Faculty Recruitment drive for 36 teaching positions is a golden opportunity for scholars to join a NAAC A++ graded state Institution and has been recognised as a Category-I University by the UGC. The university is seeking highly qualified Indian Nationals for the roles of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across various specialised departments.

CSJMU Faculty Vacancy 2026

The CSJMU Faculty Recruitment 2026 aims to fill a total of 36 teaching positions. These vacancies have been categorized into three distinct academic levels to ensure a robust hierarchy across the university’s 18 departments. As per the official notification , the distribution of posts is as follows:

Post-Wise Vacancy

Department -Wise Vacancy

CSJMU Faculty Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications set under UGC Regulations 2018 (AICTE 2019 for engineering and technology) and U.P. Government rules.

CSJMU Samarth Portal Apply Online Link

Candidates can apply for the CSJMU faculty posts through the Samarth Recruitment Portal. The online application window is open from 26 September 2026 to 31 October 2026. After final submission, take a printout, sign every page and send it with the supporting documents to the Registrar’s office so that it reaches by 5 November 2026. Click on the official link below to apply:

CSJMU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Apply Link

How to Apply for CSJMU Faculty Recruitment 2026

The application process for Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU) is a two-step process that requires both an online submission and a physical hard copy delivery. Follow these detailed steps to ensure your candidature is considered:

Step 1: Online Application

• Register: Go to csjmu.ac.in or the Samarth portal (csjmurec.samarth.edu.in) and create an account with a valid email ID and mobile number. Use an email you check often, because updates on the written test and interview will be sent there.
• Fill in the form: Enter academic scores as whole numbers, not decimals or fractions. Entered data cannot be changed after final submission, so check every entry first.
• Upload documents as scanned PDFs, with each page duly signed:
• Supporting documents for every claim in the application, including eligibility and achievements.
• Proof of the Impact Factor of the peer-reviewed or UGC-approved journals for each paper counted in the academic score.
• One merged PDF of mark sheets and certificates/degrees for each qualification.
• One compiled PDF of the first page only of all research papers, conference proceedings, seminar/conference abstracts, books and book chapters, and policy documents.
• Merged PDFs of supporting documents for research projects, patents, consultancy and awards.
• Anything else under the “Other” section.
• Pay the fee online: ₹2,500 (₹2,000 for SC/ST candidates only). It is non-refundable. Anyone applying for more than one position must submit a separate application and fee for each.

Step 2: Hard Copy Submission

• Print the completed online application and attach photocopies of the relevant educational and experience documents, with each page duly signed.
• Seal everything in an envelope marked “Application for the post of ”. The notice also asks for the advertisement number, post applied for and department name on the envelope.
• Send it by Registered or Speed Post to: The Registrar, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kalyanpur, Kanpur – 208024 (U.P.)
• It must reach the Registrar’s office by 5 November 2026.

Documents Required to Fill Form

For a successful application, candidates must prepare scanned PDF copies of the following documents. Please note that the university requires specific formatting, such as merging multiple pages into single PDF files.

• Educational Credentials: Mark sheets and degrees/certificates from Class 10th onwards to your highest qualification (PhD/NET).
• Proof of Date of Birth: Typically your Class 10th certificate or birth certificate.
• Research & Publications: You are required to upload only the first page of all research papers, conference proceedings, book chapters, or policy documents.
• Experience Certificates: Documents proving your teaching or research experience, including joining and relief letters.
• Category Certificate: Valid SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate issued by the competent authority of the Government of U.P. (OBC/EWS certificates must be issued on or after October 1, 2025).
• No Objection Certificate (NOC): If you are currently employed, you must submit an NOC from your current employer.
• Special Claims: Equivalence certificates for foreign PhDs (issued by AIU) and supporting documents for patents, awards, or consultancy projects.

CSJMU Age Limit & Relaxations

For the recruitment of regular faculty at Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), the age eligibility is determined according to the University statutes and Uttar Pradesh State Government rules. Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement, while the maximum age varies by position. Relaxations are provided for certain categories, including SC/ST/OBC, physically handicapped candidates, and distinguished sportspersons from Uttar Pradesh.

CSJMU Faculty Selection Process

CSJMU Selection follows the Chancellor Secretariat’s Office Orders (2021 onwards) and UGC Regulations 2018. A Scrutiny Committee checks the application forms, and a Selection Committee conducts the interviews and submits the final result in a sealed envelope to the Vice Chancellor. Here is the overview below:

 CSJMU Faculty Salary

The selected faculty members will receive salaries according to the 7th Pay Commission (CPC) scales as co-opted by the U.P. State Government. This CSJM University Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026 guide provides a detailed breakdown of the eligibility rules and the step-by-step process to help you become an assistant professor at Kanpur University.