Overview
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), Nagpur has released a recruitment notification for the post of Assistant Professor (Contractual Basis) (139 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), Nagpur
- Qualification
- Eligibility conditions differ slightly by discipline. The general eligibility applicable to Commerce, Humanities, Education, Law, Social Sciences, Sciences, Languages, Library Science, Physical Education, and Mass Communication is summarized below, along with special conditions for Business Management, Fine Arts, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Inter Institutional Computer Centre.
- Vacancies
- 139
- Advertisement No
- RTMNU/GA/657
- Posted
- 24th July 2026
- Last date to apply
- 10th August 2026
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 24th July 2026 |
| Notification Release Date | 24th July 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 10th August 2026 |
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Vacancy Details
The 139 posts are distributed across seven broad categories (A to G) as per the official notification. Department-wise and category-wise breakup is given below.
Eligibility
Eligibility conditions differ slightly by discipline. The general eligibility applicable to Commerce, Humanities, Education, Law, Social Sciences, Sciences, Languages, Library Science, Physical Education, and Mass Communication is summarized below, along with special conditions for Business Management, Fine Arts, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Inter Institutional Computer Centre.
Age Limit
The upper age limit for all posts is 59 years as on the last date of application.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated salary of Rs. 40,000/- per month. The appointment is purely contractual, valid only from the date of joining until 30th April 2027, with no enforceable right to continuation in the succeeding academic session. Selected candidates are permitted only 8 casual leaves during the academic session, with no other leave or allowances admissible.
Application Fee
Category: Application Fee Open Category: Rs. 500/- Reserved Category: Rs. 300/- Fee must be paid online through the payment gateway available on the application portal.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on the candidate's previous academic/professional record and performance during the interview. The University may also use a seminar, colloquium, or any other method as part of the selection process. Candidates will need to remain present for the interview as per the schedule published on the official website; no TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
How to Apply
• Visit the official application portal at www.nagpuruniversity.ac.in and locate the Advertisement/Employment Notice section. • Complete registration by clicking on the registration link. • Fill in all necessary information and upload the required photograph, signature, payment receipt, and corresponding documents as specified in the form. • Pay the requisite application fee (Rs. 500/- for Open Category, Rs. 300/- for Reserved Category) through the online payment gateway. • Submit the completed form by clicking the SUBMIT button. • Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference. • For any queries related to the online application, contact the Helpline Number: 91750 23334 during working hours. Note: A separate application must be submitted for each post applied for.
Required Documents
• Photograph and signature (as per upload specifications on the portal) • Payment receipt • Caste certificate, caste validity certificate, and non-creamy layer certificate (wherever applicable) • Certificate from a competent authority certifying percentage of marks, where the grading system has been followed • Original documents, along with three copies of the submitted application and three copies of self-attested documents, to be carried at the time of interview
Important Instructions
• The appointment is purely contractual and valid only up to 30th April 2027, with no right to continuation in the following academic session. • A relaxation of 5% is allowed at the Bachelor's and Master's level for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates for eligibility and academic record assessment purposes. • A 5% relaxation is also provided to Ph.D. degree holders who obtained their Master's Degree prior to 19th September 1991. • Only candidates belonging to reserved categories specified by the Government of Maharashtra will be considered under reserved categories; reserved-category candidates domiciled outside Maharashtra will be treated as Open category as per applicable government circular. • Canvassing in any form during the selection process will lead to disqualification. • The University reserves the right to fill or not fill the posts, or to modify, alter, or cancel the advertisement. • Proficiency in Marathi language is desirable. • All disputes arising out of this advertisement are subject to Nagpur jurisdiction. • All qualifications and eligibility conditions must be fulfilled as on the last date of application. • The University is not responsible for postponement or cancellation of a scheduled interview due to unforeseen or unavoidable reasons. Candidates preparing for this recruitment can also explore more Maharashtra Government Jobs and University Assistant Professor Jobs across India. Applicants holding a Ph.D. or qualified in NET/SET can …
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for RTMNU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 139 Posts?
Notification Date: 24th July 2026; Notification Release Date: 24th July 2026; Last Date for Online Application Submission: 10th August 2026
What is the application fee?
Category: Application Fee Open Category: Rs. 500/- Reserved Category: Rs. 300/- Fee must be paid online through the payment gateway available on the application portal.
What is the age limit?
The upper age limit for all posts is 59 years as on the last date of application.
What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on the candidate's previous academic/professional record and performance during the interview. The University may also use a seminar, colloquium, or any other method as part of the selection process. Candidates will need to remain present for the interview as per the schedule published on the official website; no TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.