Assistant Professor

1. What is Assistant Professor in Govt?

  • An Assistant Professor in a government institution is an entry-level teaching position in colleges or universities. They are responsible for teaching undergraduate or postgraduate students, conducting research, and performing administrative duties.

2. Education Eligibility

  • Typically requires a Master’s degree in the relevant subject with a minimum of 55% marks.
  • NET/SLET/SET qualification is usually mandatory unless the candidate holds a Ph.D. degree meeting UGC guidelines.

3. Handicapped Eligibility

  • Reserved seats and relaxed criteria are provided for candidates under the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category, depending on the type and severity of the disability as per government norms.

4. Age

  • The age limit generally ranges from 21 to 40 years, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC, PwD, and other categories.
  • Some institutions do not have a strict upper age limit for candidates with a Ph.D. or those already in service.

5. Physical Eligibility

  • There are no specific physical eligibility requirements, except for ensuring that the candidate can effectively perform teaching and administrative duties.

6. Pay Grade

  • Assistant Professors are typically appointed at Pay Level 10 (Rs. 57,700 – 1,82,400) under the 7th Pay Commission.

7. Ex-soldier

  • Ex-servicemen are provided reservation and age relaxation as per government rules. This can vary by state or organization.

8. Reservation

  • Reservations are provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, and other eligible categories. The percentage varies depending on the institution and state.

9. Sport Person

  • Some government institutions may provide reservation or relaxation for outstanding sportspeople under the sports quota.

10. Promotion in Career

  • Career advancement includes:
    • Promotion to Associate Professor after completing required years of service, academic performance, and publications.
    • Further promotion to Professor based on merit and research contributions.

11. Special Eligibility in Person

  • Special eligibility criteria might include proficiency in the local language, relevant research experience, or specific skills as stated in the recruitment notification.

12. What Work Will I Have to Do at My Workplace?

  • Responsibilities include:
    • Teaching and mentoring students.
    • Conducting and publishing research.
    • Engaging in departmental and administrative duties.
    • Organizing seminars, workshops, and other academic events.

13. Which Department Does This Recruitment With Notification Original Website Link?

  • Recruitment notifications are typically released by the respective Public Service Commission (PSC), University, or Government Institution. For example:
    • UGC/University for higher education.
    • The notification will be available on their official website.

14. In Which Department Do You Join?

  • The department will depend on your specialization (e.g., Physics, English, Economics). You will join the department relevant to your academic and professional background.