RTMNU Assistant Professor Online Form 2026
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 139 Assistant Professor posts on a contractual basis across various faculties and departments. The online application process commenced on 24th July 2026 and will remain open until 10th August 2026. Eligible candidates holding a Master's degree with NET/SET/Ph.D. qualifications (as per discipline-specific requirements) and up to 59 years of age can apply through the official portal.
Short Information
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), Nagpur, has announced 139 vacancies for Assistant Professor (Contractual Basis) posts across seven broad categories covering Humanities, Sciences, Commerce & Management, Inter-disciplinary Studies, Specialized Centres, and Conducted Colleges. The last date to submit the online application is 10th August 2026. The appointment is purely contractual with a consolidated salary of Rs. 40,000/- per month, valid from the date of joining until 30th April 2027.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Reserved Categories | Rs. 300/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (via payment gateway on application portal) |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
The 139 vacancies are distributed across seven categories (A to G) with department-wise breakup as detailed below. The upper age limit for all posts is 59 years as on the last date of application (10th August 2026). A relaxation of 5% in qualifying marks is applicable for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwBD candidates at Bachelor's and Master's level.
Category-wise Vacancy Summary
| Post Category | Vacancy Count | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Humanities - Languages) | 12 | 59 years | Master's degree with 55% marks in relevant discipline + NET/SET or Ph.D. | Rs. 40,000/- per month |
| Assistant Professor (Humanities - Social Sciences) | 34 | 59 years | Master's degree with 55% marks in relevant discipline + NET/SET or Ph.D. | Rs. 40,000/- per month |
| Assistant Professor (Science & Technology) | 45 | 59 years | Master's degree with 55% marks / B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech/MCA / B.Pharm/M.Pharm (discipline-specific) | Rs. 40,000/- per month |
| Assistant Professor (Commerce & Management) | 7 | 59 years | MBA/PGDM/CA/ICWA/M.Com with First Class + 2 years experience / M.Com + NET/SET/Ph.D. | Rs. 40,000/- per month |
| Assistant Professor (Inter-disciplinary Studies) | 18 | 59 years | Master's degree with 55% marks in relevant discipline + NET/SET or Ph.D. | Rs. 40,000/- per month |
| Assistant Professor (Specialized Centres) | 5 | 59 years | As per specific centre requirements (Buddhist Studies, Sericulture, etc.) + NET/SET/Ph.D. | Rs. 40,000/- per month |
| Assistant Professor (Conducted Colleges - Education/Law) | 18 | 59 years | As per UGC/NCTE/BCI norms for Education and Law disciplines + NET/SET/Ph.D. | Rs. 40,000/- per month |
Detailed Department-wise Vacancy Breakdown
(A) Faculty of Humanities (Languages) - 12 Posts
| Subject/Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| English | 02 |
| Hindi | 01 |
| Linguistics, Foreign & Indian Languages (Linguistics) | 01 |
| Linguistics, Foreign & Indian Languages (German) | 01 |
| Marathi | 02 |
| Pali & Prakrit | 01 |
| Urdu | 03 |
| Sanskrit | 01 |
(B) Faculty of Humanities (Social Sciences) - 34 Posts
| Subject/Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Ambedkar Thought | 02 |
| Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology | 04 |
| Economics | 01 |
| Gandhian Thought | 02 |
| History | 05 |
| Philosophy | 03 |
| Political Science | 05 |
| Psychology | 03 |
| Public Administration | 02 |
| Sociology | 04 |
| Travel & Tourism | 01 |
| Travel & Tourism (Archaeology) | 01 |
| Social Work | 01 |
(C) Faculty of Science & Technology (Sciences) - 45 Posts
| Subject/Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Botany | 03 |
| Chemistry | 04 |
| Computer Science | 02 |
| Electronics | 02 |
| Geography | 01 |
| Geology (Structural Geology/Stratigraphy/Palaeontology/Watershed Management) | 01 |
| Mathematics | 04 |
| Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering | 03 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutics/Quality Assurance) | 03 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Quality Assurance) | 03 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacology) | 01 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacognosy) | 01 |
| Physics | 03 |
| Statistics | 03 |
| Zoology (Animal Physiology) | 01 |
| Zoology (Entomology) | 01 |
| Zoology (Mammalian Reproductive Physiology) | 01 |
| Zoology (Fish & Fishery) | 01 |
| Zoology | 01 |
| Home Science (Food Science & Nutrition) | 02 |
| Home Science (Resource Management) | 01 |
| Inter Institutional Computer Centre (MCA) | 02 |
(D) Faculty of Commerce & Management - 7 Posts
| Subject/Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Business Management | 04 |
| Commerce | 03 |
(E) Faculty of Inter-disciplinary Studies - 18 Posts
| Subject/Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 02 |
| P.G. Education | 04 |
| P.G. Education (Psychology of Education) | 01 |
| Physical Education | 02 |
| Library & Information Science | 03 |
| Mass Communication | 06 |
(F) University's Centres of Specialized Studies - 5 Posts
| Subject/Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Centre for Buddhist Studies | 02 |
| Centre for Sericulture & Bioresource Management Research | 02 |
| Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Adhyasan Kendra | 01 |
(G) Conducted Colleges/Schools (Education/Law) - 18 Posts
| Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| University's Br. S. K. Wankhede College of Education | 06 |
| University's Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law | 08 |
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (Intellectual Property Rights) | 01 |
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (Business Law) | 01 |
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (Labour Law) | 01 |
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (Political Science) | 01 |
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar School of Law (English) | 01 |
Category-wise Reservation (Contractual Teachers)
| Category | SC | ST | VJ(A) | NT(B) | NT(C) | NT(D) | SBC | OBC | SEBC | EWS | OPEN | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacancies | 18 | 10 | 04 | 03 | 05 | 03 | 03 | 26 | 14 | 14 | 39 | 139 |
Note: Out of 139 vacancies, 6 posts (4%) are reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 2 for Blindness/Low Vision, 2 for Deafness/Hearing Impairment, 1 for Locomotor Disability, and 1 for Autism/Intellectual Disability/Specific Learning Disability/Mental Illness. One post is additionally reserved for an Orphan candidate.
Special Eligibility Conditions
- General Disciplines (Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, Languages, Commerce, Education, Law, Library Science, Physical Education, Mass Communication): Master's degree with 55% marks in concerned/relevant/allied subject + NET/SET or Ph.D. (as per UGC regulations).
- Business Management: Bachelor's degree + Master's in Business Administration/PGDM/CA/ICWA/M.Com with First Class + 2 years professional experience after Master's.
- Fine Arts: Master's with 55% + NET/SET/Ph.D. OR Traditional/Professional artist with Bachelor's degree and specified performance experience.
- Pharmaceutical Sciences: B.Pharm., registered pharmacist, First Class Master's in appropriate pharmacy specialization.
- Inter Institutional Computer Centre: B.E./B.Tech./B.S. + M.E./M.Tech./M.S. (First Class) in relevant branch OR B.E./B.Tech. + MCA (First Class) OR 3-year graduation with Mathematics + MCA (First Class) + 2 years post-MCA experience.
- Ph.D. Exemption: Candidates with Ph.D. awarded pre-July 2009 may be exempted from NET/SET subject to UGC conditions on registration, thesis evaluation, viva voce, and publications.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process for RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 does not involve a written examination. Selection is based on the following criteria:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Academic/Professional Record | Evaluation of candidate's previous academic qualifications, research publications, teaching experience, and professional achievements as per UGC/University scoring criteria. |
| 2. Interview | Personal interview assessing subject knowledge, teaching aptitude, research potential, and overall suitability. |
| 3. Seminar/Colloquium (if applicable) | The University may require candidates to present a seminar, colloquium, or any other academic exercise as part of the selection process. |
Key Points:
- No written test (objective/subjective) is conducted.
- Candidates must attend the interview as per schedule published on the official website.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Final merit is determined based on combined assessment of academic record, interview performance, and seminar/colloquium (if conducted).
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to submit your application for RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official application portal and locate the Advertisement/Employment Notice section for RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026.
- Click on the registration link and complete the new user registration by providing basic details (name, email, mobile number, etc.).
- Log in using the generated credentials and fill in the complete application form with personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and all required documents as per the specifications mentioned in the notification (photograph, signature, caste/category certificates, educational certificates, experience certificates, etc.).
- Pay the applicable application fee (Rs. 500/- for Open Category, Rs. 300/- for Reserved Categories) through the online payment gateway integrated in the portal.
- Review the filled application carefully, then click the SUBMIT button to finalize.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.
- Important: A separate application must be submitted for each post applied for.
Required Documents Checklist
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature (as per upload specifications)
- Payment receipt of application fee
- Caste certificate, caste validity certificate, and non-creamy layer certificate (wherever applicable)
- Certificate from competent authority certifying percentage of marks (where grading system is followed)
- All original educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- NET/SET/Ph.D. qualification certificates
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Three copies of the submitted application form and three copies of self-attested documents to be carried at the time of interview
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026? There are 139 temporary Assistant Professor posts on a contractual basis distributed across seven categories (A to G) covering various faculties and conducted colleges.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026? The last date for online submission of the application form is 10th August 2026. The application process started on 24th July 2026.
Q3. What is the salary for RTMNU Assistant Professor contractual posts? Selected candidates will receive a consolidated salary of Rs. 40,000/- per month. The appointment is valid from the date of joining until 30th April 2027 with no right to continuation.
Q4. What is the application fee for RTMNU Recruitment 2026? The application fee is Rs. 500/- for Open Category candidates and Rs. 300/- for Reserved Category (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS) candidates. Fee must be paid online through the payment gateway.
Q5. What is the upper age limit for RTMNU Assistant Professor posts? The upper age limit is 59 years as on the last date of application (10th August 2026). No upper age relaxation is mentioned beyond standard government norms for reserved categories.
Q6. Is NET/SET mandatory for RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026? Yes, for most disciplines candidates must have cleared NET (UGC/CSIR) or SET, unless exempted by holding a Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with applicable UGC regulations. Pre-July 2009 Ph.D. holders may get exemption subject to specific conditions.
Q7. What is the selection process for RTMNU Assistant Professor posts? Selection is based on academic/professional record evaluation and interview performance. The University may also conduct a seminar/colloquium. There is no written examination.
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