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University of Kalyani Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released for 20 teaching posts across Biochemistry & Biophysics, Environmental Science, Library & Information Science and Philosophy, offering a major opportunity for qualified academicians and researchers. Online applications are invited from Indian citizens from 20 January 2026 to 09 February 2026 (up to 6:00 PM) through the university recruitment portal only. The University of Kalyani, a prominent state university in West Bengal, will recruit Professors, Associate Professors and Assistant Professors strictly as per UGC and State Government norms. Trending Govt Jobs India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 RRB 22000 Group D Online form 2026 RBI 572 Office Attendant Online Form 2026 IAF Agniveer New Recruitment 2026 Yantra India YIL 3979 Trade Apprentices Online Form 2026 Advertisement Institution University of Kalyani, West Bengal Notification Number Rect./Teach./02/2026 Total Teaching Posts 20 Departments Biochemistry & Biophysics, Environmental Science, Library & Information Science, Philosophy Posts Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Application Start Date 20-01-2026 (from 10:00 AM) Last Date to Apply 09-02-2026 (up to 6:00 PM) Application Mode Online only via university portal Official Websites www.klyuniv.ac.in, www.kums.klyuniv.ac.in Free Online Mock Tests View all Railway NTPC Mock Test Attempt Now IBPS Clerk Mock Test Attempt Now SSC CHSL Mock Test Attempt Now View All Mock Tests Event Date & Time Commencement of Online Application 20-01-2026 from 10:00 AM Last Date for Online Submission 09-02-2026 up to 6:00 PM Post No. of Posts Reservation Professor 1 OBC-A (1) Associate Professor 3 SC (1), ST (1), OBC-B (1) Total 4 Post No. of Posts Reservation Professor 1 ST (1) Associate Professor 1 SC (1) Assistant Professor 4 UR (2), EWS (1), SC (1) Total 6 Post No. of Posts Reservation Professor 1 SC (1) Assistant Professor 3 UR (1), EWS (1), SC (1) Total 4 Post No. of Posts Reservation Associate Professor 1 UR-PWD (1) Assistant Professor 1 ST (1) Total 2 Option (a): Eminent scholar with Ph.D. in concerned/allied/relevant discipline, at least 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals and a research score of 120 as per prescribed criteria, plus minimum 10 years of teaching experience in University/College as Assistant/Associate/Professor or equivalent research experience with successful Ph.D. guidance. Option (b): Outstanding professional with Ph.D. in relevant/allied/applied discipline from academic institutions/industry, with significant contribution to knowledge and at least 10 years of experience. Good academic record with Ph.D. in concerned/relevant/allied disciplines. Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in relevant subject. Minimum 8 years of teaching and/or research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor level. At least 7 publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals and a research score of 75 as per criteria. Option (a): Master’s Degree with 55% marks in concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University, and must have cleared NET (UGC/CSIR) or equivalent accredited test such as SLET/SET. Option (b): Ph.D. degree from a foreign University/Institution with ranking among top 500 in World University Rankings (QS/THE/ARWU) in any year. Professor: M.Sc. in Biochemistry with teaching/research experience in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Immunology. Associate Professor – Medical Biochemistry: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Physiology/Molecular Biology/Biotechnology. Associate Professor – Electrophysiology: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Physiology/Biophysics. Associate Professor – Proteomics & Biophysics: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Biophysics/Zoology. Professor & Associate Professor: M.Sc. in Environmental Science/Botany/Zoology/Earth Science/Geology/Geography with specialization in ecology, environmental biology, toxicology, microbiology or related fields. Assistant Professor: Open specialization with significant environmental field experience. All posts require specialization in Resource Description and Content Designation. All posts are with open specialization as per departmental requirements. 5% relaxation of marks at Graduate and Master’s level for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates. 5% relaxation from 55% to 50% at Master’s level for Ph.D. holders who obtained their degree before 19 September 1991. No relaxation in qualifying marks for Differently-abled candidates in the discipline of Physical Education. Upper age limit: 40 years as on 01 January 2026. SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation (maximum 45 years). OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 3 years relaxation (maximum 43 years). Differently-abled candidates (except Physical Education): 10 years relaxation (maximum 50 years). Candidates with Ph.D. in relevant subject as per UGC Regulations 2009 are exempted from NET/SLET/SET for Assistant Professor posts. Candidates registered for Ph.D. before 11 July 2009 may be exempted if they satisfy conditions such as regular Ph.D. registration, external evaluation, open viva-voce, published work and conference presentations as per UGC norms. Post Pay Scale Academic Level Professor Rs. 1,44,200 – Rs. 2,18,200 Level 14 Associate Professor Rs. 1,31,400 – Rs. 2,17,100 Level 13A Assistant Professor Rs. 57,700 – Rs. 1,82,400 Level 10 Other admissible allowances will be as per State Government orders. Protection of pay will be governed by G.O. No. 951(21)-Edn(U)/1U-87/16 dated 26.08.2019 where applicable. Post Category Application Fee Professor & Associate Professor UR, UR-PWD, OBC-A, OBC-B Rs. 2,000 Professor & Associate Professor EWS, SC, ST Rs. 500 Assistant Professor UR, UR-PWD, OBC-A, OBC-B Rs. 1,000 Assistant Professor EWS, SC, ST Rs. 250 No exemption is available for SC/ST candidates of other states. The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid only through the online portal integrated with the application system. Warning: Applications submitted after the deadline, with incomplete information, or without proper supporting documents/fee payment will be summarily rejected. No offline or email applications will be accepted. Duly computed Academic/Research Score sheet (Table 1 for Professor/Associate Professor; Table 2A for Assistant Professor) with self-attested evidence. PFDs of publication front pages with ISSN/ISBN/DOI and impact factor details. Proof of e-content development, research guidance, funded projects, patents, awards/fellowships as applicable. Photocopies of all academic testimonials and certificates; original documents must be produced at the time of interview. Certificate of proficiency/competence in Bengali and English (medium of instruction). No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer for candidates in service. Caste/Community certificate for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B candidates issued by competent authority of West Bengal; Non-creamy layer certificate required if older caste certificate exists for OBC. Disability certificate for PWD candidates in prescribed format. Applications will be screened based on academic qualifications, research output, teaching experience and documented credentials. Academic/Research Score will be used for shortlisting purposes only and will not be the sole basis of final selection. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview, where teaching/research experience, academic record and performance will be evaluated by the Selection Committee. The University reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for interview to a reasonable level and to consider only those deemed most relevant. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate online applications and fees for each post. Proficiency in Bengali and English (medium of instruction) is mandatory for all teaching positions. Employed candidates must apply through proper channel and produce NOC at the time of interview. Period spent on acquiring M.Phil/Ph.D will not be counted as teaching/research experience. Only SC/ST/OBC certificates issued by the competent authority of West Bengal are valid for reservation. OBC-A/OBC-B candidates must submit a current non-creamy layer certificate if their previous certificate is older than one year. Probation period is normally 1 year, which may be waived or extended in exceptional cases; services may be terminated during/after probation without assigning reasons as per rules. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Mere possession of minimum eligibility does not guarantee a call for interview; the University reserves the right to reject any or all applications or cancel the notification without assigning reasons. 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Professor – Essential Eligibility

• Option (a): Eminent scholar with Ph.D. in concerned/allied/relevant discipline, at least 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals and a research score of 120 as per prescribed criteria, plus minimum 10 years of teaching experience in University/College as Assistant/Associate/Professor or equivalent research experience with successful Ph.D. guidance.
• Option (b): Outstanding professional with Ph.D. in relevant/allied/applied discipline from academic institutions/industry, with significant contribution to knowledge and at least 10 years of experience.

Associate Professor – Essential Eligibility

• Good academic record with Ph.D. in concerned/relevant/allied disciplines.
• Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in relevant subject.
• Minimum 8 years of teaching and/or research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor level.
• At least 7 publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals and a research score of 75 as per criteria.

Assistant Professor – Essential Eligibility

• Option (a): Master’s Degree with 55% marks in concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University, and must have cleared NET (UGC/CSIR) or equivalent accredited test such as SLET/SET.
• Option (b): Ph.D. degree from a foreign University/Institution with ranking among top 500 in World University Rankings (QS/THE/ARWU) in any year.

Department-wise Special Requirements

Biochemistry and Biophysics

• Professor: M.Sc. in Biochemistry with teaching/research experience in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Immunology.
• Associate Professor – Medical Biochemistry: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Physiology/Molecular Biology/Biotechnology.
• Associate Professor – Electrophysiology: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Physiology/Biophysics.
• Associate Professor – Proteomics & Biophysics: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Biophysics/Zoology.

Environmental Science

• Professor & Associate Professor: M.Sc. in Environmental Science/Botany/Zoology/Earth Science/Geology/Geography with specialization in ecology, environmental biology, toxicology, microbiology or related fields.
• Assistant Professor: Open specialization with significant environmental field experience.

Library and Information Science

• All posts require specialization in Resource Description and Content Designation.

Philosophy

• All posts are with open specialization as per departmental requirements.

Marks Relaxation

• 5% relaxation of marks at Graduate and Master’s level for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates.
• 5% relaxation from 55% to 50% at Master’s level for Ph.D. holders who obtained their degree before 19 September 1991.
• No relaxation in qualifying marks for Differently-abled candidates in the discipline of Physical Education.

Age Limit (Assistant Professor)

• Upper age limit: 40 years as on 01 January 2026.
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation (maximum 45 years).
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 3 years relaxation (maximum 43 years).
• Differently-abled candidates (except Physical Education): 10 years relaxation (maximum 50 years).

• Applications will be screened based on academic qualifications, research output, teaching experience and documented credentials.
• Academic/Research Score will be used for shortlisting purposes only and will not be the sole basis of final selection.
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview, where teaching/research experience, academic record and performance will be evaluated by the Selection Committee.
• The University reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for interview to a reasonable level and to consider only those deemed most relevant.

1. Visit the official portal: Go to or directly access the recruitment portal at .
2. Register and create login: Click on the faculty recruitment link, register with a valid email ID and mobile number, and create your login credentials.
3. Fill the online application form: Log in and complete all sections of the form with personal details, academic qualifications, teaching/research experience, publications and other required information.
4. Upload supporting documents in PDF: Upload duly computed Academic/Research Score sheets (Table 1 for Professor/Associate Professor, Table 2A for Assistant Professor) along with PDFs of publication front pages, ISSN/ISBN/DOI details, impact factors, research projects, patents, awards and other proofs.
5. Pay the application fee online: Pay the applicable fee for your post and category through the integrated online payment gateway. Keep the payment confirmation/transaction reference for future use.
6. Review and submit application: Recheck all entries, ensure that all mandatory documents are uploaded, and submit the form before 6:00 PM on 09-02-2026. Download or print the final submitted application for your records.
7. Follow further communications: Monitor your email and the university website for updates on shortlisting, interview schedules, and any additional instructions issued by the University of Kalyani.