Overview
Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), Formerly University of Pune, Pune has released a recruitment notification for the post of Assistant Professor (Contractual) - purely temporary basis (133 (subject to University's right to fill or not to fill) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online only at https://admin.unipune.ac.in/recruitment (no hard copies to be sent) as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), Formerly University of Pune, Pune
- Qualification
- Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on 01-06-2026 (last date of application). Qualifications and experience are as notified by the Government of Maharashtra, UGC, AICTE, and SPPU from time to time. The subject specialization mentioned in this notification is indicative and desirable - candidates with UGC-prescribed minimum qualifications for Assistant Professor other than those specified may also apply. Criteria: Details Nationality / Citizenship: Indian Citizen Educational Qualification - General / UGC Norms (as on 01-06-2026): Master's degree with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or equivalent accredited foreign University. SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates get 5% relaxation (55% to 50%) for eligibility purposes. Ph.D. holders who obtained Master's degree before 19 September 1991 also get 5% relaxation. NET / SET Requirement: Must have cleared NET (UGC/CSIR) or SET or similar UGC-accredited test. OR Ph.D. degree awarded as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 exempts from NET/SET requirement (subject to specific conditions). NET/SET not required for disciplines where it is not conducted (Ph.D. mandatory in such disciplines). Ph.D. Exemption from NET/SET - Conditions (for Ph.D. registered before 11 July 2009): (A) Ph.D. awarded in regular mode only; (B) Thesis evaluated by at least two examiners; (C) Open Ph.D. viva voce conducted; (D) At least two research papers pub…
- Vacancies
- 133 (subject to University's right to fill or not to fill)
- Last date to apply
- 01-06-2026
Important Dates
| Date of Notification | 22/05/2026 (Ref. No. AT/NF/755) |
| University Circular Reference | Circular No. 90/2026 (AT/726 dated 15.05.2026) |
| Opening of Online Application | 23-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 01-06-2026 |
| Qualification / Experience Cut-off Date | 01-06-2026 (qualifications and experience counted as on last date of application) |
| Non-Creamy Layer Certificate Validity Required Up To | 31.03.2026 (for DT-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, OBC, SBC categories) |
| Interview / Document Verification Date | To be notified by the concerned Department; candidates to appear at own expense |
| Tenure End Date | 31st May, 2027 |
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Vacancy Details
A total of 133 Assistant Professor (Contractual) posts are announced across 5 Faculties and 35+ Departments. The vacancies are distributed category-wise with Social and Parallel Reservation as per Maharashtra Government norms. Posts are also reserved for Persons with Disabilities (5 posts) and Orphans (1 post). Candidates must apply separately for each post/department. Specializations mentioned are indicative and desirable - candidates with UGC-prescribed minimum qualifications for Assistant Professor in subjects other than those specified may also apply. Post: Total Assistant Professor (Contractual) - Total: 133 General Reservation: 86 Women's Reservation: 41 Sports Persons Reservation: 06 PwBD (Persons with Disabilities): 05 Orphans: 01 PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) - Categories Eligible Disability Group: Description | Posts Reserved Group A: Blindness and Low Vision | 2 Posts Group B: Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 1 Post Group C: Locomotor Disability including Cerebral Palsy / Leprosy Cured / Dwarfism / Acid Attack Victims / Muscular Dystrophy | 1 Post Group D / E: Autism / Intellectual Disability / Specific Learning Disability / Mental Illness (D); Multiple Disabilities from Groups A to D including Deaf-Blindness (E) | 1 Post
Eligibility
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on 01-06-2026 (last date of application). Qualifications and experience are as notified by the Government of Maharashtra, UGC, AICTE, and SPPU from time to time. The subject specialization mentioned in this notification is indicative and desirable - candidates with UGC-prescribed minimum qualifications for Assistant Professor other than those specified may also apply. Criteria: Details Nationality / Citizenship: Indian Citizen Educational Qualification - General / UGC Norms (as on 01-06-2026): Master's degree with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or equivalent accredited foreign University. SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates get 5% relaxation (55% to 50%) for eligibility purposes. Ph.D. holders who obtained Master's degree before 19 September 1991 also get 5% relaxation. NET / SET Requirement: Must have cleared NET (UGC/CSIR) or SET or similar UGC-accredited test. OR Ph.D. degree awarded as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 exempts from NET/SET requirement (subject to specific conditions). NET/SET not required for disciplines where it is not conducted (Ph.D. mandatory in such disciplines). Ph.D. Exemption from NET/SET - Conditions (for Ph.D. registered before 11 July 2009): (A) Ph.D. awarded in regular mode only; (B) Thesis evaluated by at least two examiners; (C) Open Ph.D. viva voce conducted; (D) At least two research papers pub…
Age Limit
The notification does not specify a specific upper age limit for Assistant Professor (Contractual) posts. Age shall be considered as on the last date of receipt of application (01-06-2026). Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and other reserved categories is as per Maharashtra Government rules. Category: Age Limit / Relaxation All categories: Age considered as on 01-06-2026. No specific upper age limit mentioned in this notification - refer to University Circular No. 90/2026 (AT/726 dated 15.05.2026) for any age conditions. SC / ST / OBC / PwBD / Other Reserved Categories: Age relaxation as per Maharashtra Government directives / orders / resolutions / circulars applicable from time to time.
Application Fee
Application fee must be paid by online mode only. Candidates must produce the online payment receipt at the time of interview. Fee is non-refundable. Category: Application Fee Open Category: Rs. 1,000/- (online payment only) Reserved Categories (SC / ST / DT-A / NT-B / NT-C / NT-D / SBC / OBC / SEBC / EWS / PwBD): Rs. 500/- (online payment only)
Selection Process
Selection is through document verification followed by interview. Candidates who fulfill the conditions mentioned in the notification and are found eligible after document verification will be called for interview. The University will not correspond with ineligible candidates. Candidates called for interview must appear at their own expense. Stage 1 - Online Application & Shortlisting Candidates must apply online at https://admin.unipune.ac.in/recruitment from 23-05-2026 to 01-06-2026. A separate application must be submitted for each department/post. Applications must be complete in all respects - incomplete applications and applications with incorrect/false information will be disqualified at any stage. Stage 2 - Document Verification Candidates who are prima facie eligible will be called for document verification. Candidates must submit the application form along with all enclosures to the Head of the concerned Department at the time of interview for verification. Original documents plus attested copies of all required documents must be produced. Candidates must NOT send hard copies to the Department or Administration Teaching Section by post or in person at any time before or after the interview. Stage 3 - Interview Candidates found eligible after document verification will be eligible for interview. Date, time, and venue of interviews will be notified by the concerned Department. Candidates appearing for interview at Ahilyanagar Sub Center (Code A-17) and Nashik Center (…
How to Apply
Candidates shall apply online only through the University website https://admin.unipune.ac.in/recruitment from 23-05-2026 to 01-06-2026. A separate application must be submitted for each post/department. Candidates should NOT send or submit hard copies of the recruitment application to the Head of the concerned Department or the Administration Teaching Section by post or in person at any time. Documents Required to be Uploaded / Brought at Interview (Original + Self-attested/attested copies): • Printout of Online Application Form • Complete Bio-data / CV / Resume • Document in support of Date of Birth • Government Gazette / appropriate certificate in case of change of name • Caste certificate issued by competent authority - for SC / ST / DT-A / NT-B / NT-C / NT-D / OBC / SBC candidates • Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (valid up to 31.03.2026) for DT-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, OBC, SBC categories - as per Maharashtra Government Circular No. CBC 10/2006/Pra.Kra.15/MAVAK 5 dated 5th June 2006 • Caste Validity Certificate, if already obtained • EWS Certificate - as per Maharashtra GR No. RAAADho/4019/Pra.kra.31/16-A dated 12.02.2019 & 31.05.2021 • SEBC Certificate - as per Maharashtra GR No. BCC2024/Pra.kra.75/Arakshan-5 dated 05.07.2024 • Disability Certificate issued by authorized Medical Expert of Government Hospital in the concerned District - for PwBD candidates • Sports certificate - for Sports Persons Reservation (as per Maharashtra GR RaKriDho-2002/Prakra68/KriYuSe-2 dated 01.07.…
Important Instructions
• THIS IS NOT A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT. The post of Assistant Professor (Contractual) is purely temporary in nature, up to 31st May, 2027. Selected candidates will not have any claim for regularization or permanent appointment on the basis of this contractual engagement. • Separate application must be submitted for each post/department. A single common application for multiple departments is not valid. • Candidates must NOT send or submit hard copies of the application to the Department or Administration Teaching Section by post or in person - only online applications are accepted. • Application at interview: Candidates must bring the printout of the online application form along with all supporting original documents and attested/self-attested photocopies to the concerned Department Head at the time of interview for verification. • Qualifications, relevant experience, and age will be counted as on the last date of receipt of application (01-06-2026). Documents acquired after the cut-off date will not be considered. • Candidates furnishing incorrect or false information shall stand disqualified at any stage, including after appointment. • Canvassing directly or indirectly will be a disqualification. • Candidates called for interview must appear at their own expense. The University will not reimburse travel or any other expenses. • Candidates from reserved categories from outside Maharashtra will be treated as Open category only. • DT-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D category reservations a…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for SPPU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 133 Posts?
Date of Notification: 22/05/2026 (Ref. No. AT/NF/755); University Circular Reference: Circular No. 90/2026 (AT/726 dated 15.05.2026); Opening of Online Application: 23-05-2026; Last Date for Online Application: 01-06-2026; Qualification / Experience Cut-off Date: 01-06-2026 (qualifications and experience counted as on last date of application); Non-Creamy Layer Certificate Validity Required Up To: 31.03.2026 (for DT-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, OBC, SBC categories); Interview / Document Verification Date: To be notified by the concerned Department; candidates to appear at own expense; Tenure End Date: 31st May, 2027
What is the application fee?
Application fee must be paid by online mode only. Candidates must produce the online payment receipt at the time of interview. Fee is non-refundable. Category: Application Fee Open Category: Rs. 1,000/- (online payment only) Reserved Categories (SC / ST / DT-A / NT-B / NT-C / NT-D / SBC / OBC / SEBC / EWS / PwBD): Rs. 500/- (online payment only)
What is the age limit?
The notification does not specify a specific upper age limit for Assistant Professor (Contractual) posts. Age shall be considered as on the last date of receipt of application (01-06-2026). Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and other reserved categories is as per Maharashtra Government rules. Category: Age Limit / Relaxation All categories: Age considered as on 01-06-2026. No specific upper age limit mentioned in this notification - refer to University Circular No. 90/2026 (AT/726 dated 15.05.2026) for any age conditions. SC / ST / OBC / PwBD / Other Reserved Categories: Age relaxation as per Maharashtra Government directives / orders / resolutions / circulars applicable from time to time.
What is the selection process?
Selection is through document verification followed by interview. Candidates who fulfill the conditions mentioned in the notification and are found eligible after document verification will be called for interview. The University will not correspond with ineligible candidates. Candidates called for interview must appear at their own expense. Stage 1 - Online Application & Shortlisting Candidates must apply online at https://admin.unipune.ac.in/recruitment from 23-05-2026 to 01-06-2026. A separate application must be submitted for each department/post. Applications must be complete in all respects - incomplete applications and applications with incorrect/false information will be disqualified at any stage. Stage 2 - Document Verification Candidates who are prima facie eligible will be called for document verification. Candidates must submit the application form along with all enclosure…