Delhi University (DU) Faculty Recruitment 2026 – 86 Professor & Associate Professor Posts
The University of Delhi invites online applications for recruitment of 86 faculty posts (56 Associate Professor + 30 Professor) through Advt No. R&P/321/2026 (Associate Professor) and R&P/322/2026 (Professor). Apply online from 05 August 2026; last date 20 August 2026.
Overview
| Organization | University of Delhi (DU) |
| Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 86 (56 Associate Professor + 30 Professor) |
| Qualification | PhD in concerned/allied/relevant discipline; Master's with 55%+; required teaching/research experience and Research Score |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Advertisement No. | R&P/321/2026 (Associate Professor), R&P/322/2026 (Professor) |
| Application Mode | Apply Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 August 2026 |
| Official Website | www.du.ac.in |
Associate Professor Vacancies (Pay: Academic Pay Level-13A, 7th CPC)
| Department/Subject | Vacancies |
|---|
| Chemistry | 4 (1-SC, 1-OBC, 2-EWS) |
| Environmental Studies | 3 (1-SC, 1-ST, 1-OBC) |
| Genetics | 2 (1-UR, 1-EWS) |
| Geology | 4 (2-UR, 2-OBC) |
| Hindi | 4 (1-UR, 2-OBC, 1-EWS; 1 PwBD-VI) |
| Linguistics | 6 (1-UR, 2-SC, 1-ST, 2-OBC) |
| Operational Research | 3 (1-ST, 1-OBC, 1-EWS) |
| Philosophy | 16 (7-UR, 2-SC, 1-ST, 4-OBC, 2-EWS; 1 PwBD-LD, 1 PwBD-VI) |
| Zoology | 6 (1-UR, 2-SC, 2-OBC, 1-EWS) |
Professor Vacancies (Pay: Academic Pay Level-14, 7th CPC)
| Department/Subject | Vacancies |
|---|
| Chemistry | 6 (2-SC, 2-OBC, 2-EWS) |
| Environmental Studies | 2 (1-UR, 1-OBC) |
| Genetics | 1 (1-UR) |
| Geology | 3 (1-SC, 1-ST, 1-OBC) |
| Hindi | 3 (1-UR, 1-OBC, 1-EWS) |
| Linguistics | 2 (1-ST, 1-OBC) |
| Operational Research | 1 (1-EWS) |
| Philosophy | 4 (1-UR, 2-OBC, 1-EWS) |
| Zoology | 4 (1-UR, 1-SC, 1-OBC, 1-EWS) |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Requirements |
|---|
| Associate Professor | PhD in concerned/allied/relevant discipline; Master's with 55%+; 8 years teaching/research experience; min. 7 publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals; Research Score 75 |
| Professor | PhD in concerned/allied/relevant discipline; 10 years teaching experience as Asst./Assoc./Professor; min. 10 research publications; Research Score 120; doctoral guidance (Option A) OR PhD + 10 years industry/academic experience with significant contribution (Option B) |
Relaxation of 5% (55% → 50%) at Bachelor's/Master's level for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD (VI & LD) and PhD holders who obtained Master's before 19 September 1991.
Selection Procedure
- Screening Committee prepares list in descending order of research score.
- Minimum Research Score: 75 (Associate Professor), 120 (Professor).
- Min. 30 candidates for first vacancy + 10 per additional vacancy called for interview; equal-cutoff candidates also shortlisted.
- Presentation assessment (A/B/C/D) is indicative only; Selection Committee makes final decision.
Publications only from UGC-CARE/Scopus-indexed journals considered (UGC-CARE cut-off 11 February 2025). Research score from minimum 3 of 6 categories.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 2,000/- |
| OBC/EWS & Women Applicants | Rs. 1,500/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 1,000/- |
| PwBD | Rs. 500/- |
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Starting Date for Apply Online | 05 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 August 2026 |
How to Apply
- Visit www.du.ac.in → “Jobs and Opportunities” → “Work with DU”.
- Select advertisement (R&P/321/2026 or R&P/322/2026) and department.
- Fill online application & upload category/disability documents.
- Pay fee online (credit/debit card or Net Banking).
- Separate application + fee for each post/department.
Important Links
Other Information
- No TA/DA for attending interview; no offline applications accepted.
- PwBD: disability not less than 40% with valid certificate.
- Govt./PSU candidates must submit NOC with vigilance clearance.
- For technical issues: registrar@du.ac.in or teaching_rec@admin.du.ac.in.
- Disputes fall under jurisdiction of Delhi.