SSJU Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 90 Teaching and Non Teaching Posts - Recruitment 2026
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Short Information: Uttarakhand and the concerned department have released the notification for the post of SSJU Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 90 Teaching and Non Teaching Posts. Candidates who are interested in this recruitment can read the full notification before applying online.
Posted on: 12 Feb 2026
Important Dates
Important Dates for SSJU Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
| Official Advertisement Release Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Application Form Availability | From 11 February 2026 (on university website and office) |
| Start Date for Application Submission | 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 02 March 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Mode of Submission | Offline - By post or hand delivery at University Office |
| Scrutiny of Applications | 03 March - 15 March 2026 |
| Display of Eligible Candidates List | 18 March 2026 (on university website and notice board) |
| Presentation/Lecture Demonstration | To be notified to shortlisted candidates (tentatively late March 2026) |
| Interview Dates | To be announced separately for each department/post |
| Final Selection List Declaration | April 2026 (tentative) |
| Joining of Selected Candidates | As per appointment orders |
Important Instructions:
- Applications sent by Speed Post/Registered Post: Must reach the university office on or before 02 March 2026 by 5:00 PM. Applications received after this date and time will not be accepted
- Hand Delivery: Candidates can personally submit applications at the Registrar Office, SSJU Almora during office hours (10 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday) on or before 02 March 2026
- Envelope containing application must be super-scribed: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _____________ (mention post name)"
- University will not be responsible for postal delays; candidates are advised to send applications well in advance
- No individual communication regarding receipt of application will be sent; candidates can check status on university website
- All further communications regarding interview schedule, venue, and selection will be published on university website only
- Candidates must regularly check official website www.ssju.ac.in for updates
Application Fee
Application Fee for SSJU Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs. 1000/- |
| SC / ST Candidates | Rs. 500/- |
| PwD Candidates (All Categories) | Rs. 500/- |
| Women Candidates | Rs. 500/- |
Mode of Fee Payment:
- Application fee must be paid through Demand Draft (DD) only
- DD should be drawn in favor of "Registrar, Soban Singh Jeena University" payable at Almora
- DD must be drawn from any Nationalized Bank or Scheduled Bank
- Write your Name, Post Applied For, and Contact Number on the reverse side of the DD
- Attach the original DD with the application form
- Cash, Cheque, Online transfer, or NEFT/RTGS will NOT be accepted
Important Instructions:
- Application fee once paid is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances
- Applications without proper fee payment or with incorrect DD details will be summarily rejected
- Candidates applying for multiple posts must pay separate application fees for each post
- DD should be recent (issued within 1 month of application submission)
- Keep a photocopy of DD for your records
Age Limit
Age Limit for SSJU Recruitment 2026
| Position | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Professor | No upper age limit |
| Associate Professor | No upper age limit |
| Assistant Professor | No upper age limit |
| Assistant Librarian | No upper age limit |
| Non-Teaching Administrative Posts | 40-45 years (post-specific, relaxable for reserved categories) |
Age Relaxation for Non-Teaching Posts:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST Candidates | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government rules (service period + 3 years) |
| Uttarakhand Domicile | 5 years additional for state residents (as per state policy) |
Age Calculation Date: Candidate's age will be calculated as on 02 March 2026 (closing date for application).
Important Information:
- As per UGC Regulations 2018 and subsequent amendments, there is no upper age limit for direct recruitment to teaching positions (Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor) in universities and colleges
- This no-age-limit provision ensures experienced professionals and researchers can enter academia at any stage of their career
- For non-teaching administrative positions, upper age limits are prescribed as per university service rules
- Age proof document: 10th/High School certificate showing Date of Birth will be considered final
- Candidates claiming age relaxation must submit valid certificates issued by competent authority
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Recruitment Information | Details |
|---|---|
| University Name | Soban Singh Jeena University (SSJU), Almora, Uttarakhand |
| Established | 2020 (State University) |
| Named After | Soban Singh Jeena - Freedom Fighter and Social Reformer of Kumaon |
| Advertisement Number | 01/Teaching Rec/4039-4048/Karmik/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 90 Posts (Teaching and Non-Teaching) |
| Post Categories | Teaching: Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Librarian Non-Teaching: Administrative Officer, Accounts Officer, Assistant Registrar, Other Administrative Posts |
| Departments/Subjects | Arts: English, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu, History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Psychology Science: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Computer Science Commerce & Management: Commerce, Business Administration, Banking & Finance Professional: Education, Physical Education, Law, Pharmacy, Agriculture, Home Science, Library Science, Journalism & Mass Communication Engineering: Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication |
| Salary Scale (7th CPC) | Professor: Level-14, Rs. 1,44,200 - 2,18,200/- + Allowances Associate Professor: Level-13A, Rs. 1,31,400 - 2,17,100/- + Allowances Assistant Professor: Level-10, Rs. 57,700 - 1,82,400/- + Allowances Assistant Librarian: Level-10, Rs. 57,700 - 1,82,400/- + Allowances |
| Allowances | HRA (24% for Almora), DA (as per current rates), Transport Allowance, and other allowances as per Uttarakhand Govt rules |
| Other Benefits | Provident Fund, Gratuity, Medical Reimbursement, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Residential Accommodation (subject to availability), Earned Leave, Casual Leave, Medical Leave as per rules |
| Job Type | Permanent / Regular |
| Work Location | Soban Singh Jeena University Campus, Almora and affiliated colleges in Almora district, Uttarakhand |
| Educational Qualification | Teaching Posts: Master's Degree (55%) + NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D (as per UGC Regulations 2018) Associate Professor: Ph.D + 8 years experience Professor: Ph.D + 10 years experience + 10 publications Non-Teaching: Post-specific (generally Master's Degree + relevant experience) |
| Age Limit | Teaching Positions: No upper age limit (as per UGC norms) Non-Teaching Positions: 40-45 years (post-wise with relaxations) |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 1000/- SC/ST/PwD/Women: Rs. 500/- (Through Demand Draft only) |
| Selection Process | Teaching: Screening → API Assessment → Presentation/Lecture → Interview → Document Verification Non-Teaching: Written Test → Skill Test (if applicable) → Interview |
| Reservation | As per Uttarakhand Government and UGC norms (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD categories) |
| Notification Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Application Availability | From 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 March 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Hard Copy submission by post or hand delivery) |
| Address for Sending Application | The Registrar, Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora, Uttarakhand - 263601 |
| Official Website | www.ssju.ac.in |
| [email protected], [email protected] | |
| Contact Number | As mentioned in official notification |
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