Rolling Advertisement for Recruitment of Faculty Positions — Central University of Jharkhand
The Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ), a premier institution under the Ministry of Education, continues its drive to strengthen its faculty base through Rolling Advertisement #3. The new tranche follows Rolling Advertisement #2 (Advt. No. CUJ/Advt./2024-25/01 dated 16 July 2024), where 37 teaching positions were first announced. Since several of those positions remain vacant, CUJ has reopened them while also adding new roles.
The university now invites online applications from both Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) in the prescribed format. Appointments are for regular teaching positions at the ranks of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across diverse academic departments.
The Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ) has announced Rolling Advertisement #3 (Advt. No. CUJ/Advt./2025-26/03, dated 17 September 2025) to recruit Professors, Associate Professors, and Assistant Professors. With 37 posts advertised earlier and several still vacant, this round combines unfilled positions and new openings, inviting applications from Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India.
Pay Scales and Career Prospects
CUJ offers faculty salaries in line with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), making them highly competitive:
Professor: Pay Level 14 (₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200)
Associate Professor: Pay Level 13A (₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100)
Assistant Professor: Pay Level 10 (₹57,700
Beyond salaries, CUJ provides:
Research and academic freedom.
Opportunities for funded projects.
Professional growth through conferences, collaborations, and sabbaticals.
A structured tenure pathway with performance assessments.
Departments and Number of Vacancies
The advertisement highlights vacancies across several departments, reflecting CUJ’s interdisciplinary approach.
Department / Area | Professor | Associate Professor | Assistant Professor |
---|---|---|---|
Anthropology & Tribal Studies | 1 | – | – |
Business Administration | – | 1 | 1 |
Civil Engineering | – | 1 | – |
Computer Science & Engineering | – | 2 | 1 |
Economics & Development Studies | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Energy Engineering | – | 2 | – |
Far East Languages | – | 1 | – |
Geography | 1 | – | – |
Geology | 1 | 2 | – |
Geoinformatics | – | 1 | – |
Hindi | – | 1 | – |
Politics & International Relations | 1 | – | – |
Life Science | 1 | – | – |
Metallurgical & Materials Eng. | 1 | 1 | – |
Performing Arts | – | – | 1 |
Physics | – | 1 | – |
Political Science | 1 | – | – |
Sanskrit | – | 1 | – |
Statistics | – | 1 | – |
Summary of Openings:
Professors: 8
Associate Professors: 15
Assistant Professors: 5
Together, the advertisement offers 28 teaching positions across social sciences, engineering, languages, performing arts, and core sciences.
Rolling Advertisement: Concept and Significance
Unlike traditional one-time notifications, a rolling advertisement is dynamic. CUJ keeps it “live” for extended periods, processing applications in multiple phases.
Key Features
Phased recruitment: Applications are considered in cycles. Those received by the cut-off date are processed first.
Continuous availability: Vacancies unfilled in one round remain open for subsequent rounds.
Candidate flexibility: Scholars can reapply in later phases if they update qualifications or miss earlier deadlines.
Transparency: Corrigenda and updates appear only on the CUJ website, ensuring fairness and open communication.
This model benefits both applicants and the university by maximizing outreach and efficiency.
Eligibility and General Guidelines
Eligibility Highlights
Candidates must meet UGC minimum qualifications for Professors, Associate Professors, and Assistant Professors.
PhD degrees,
Assistant Professors typically require a Master’s degree with NET qualification, though PhD holders may receive exemptions.
Reservation and Categories
Posts are allocated across UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD categories as per central government rules.
Conversion rules apply if no suitable candidates emerge in reserved categories, ensuring posts are utilized efficiently.
Applicants from previous rounds may reapply, and in certain cases, the application fee waiver applies.
Application Process
The process for applying to Rolling Advertisement #3 is straightforward but must be followed carefully:
Online Submission: All applications must be submitted via the CU-Chayan portal.
Format Compliance: Candidates must use the prescribed format and upload documents like educational certificates, research output, and teaching records.
Cut-off Date: The cut-off for this tranche is 14 October 2025. Applications received afterward will be considered in subsequent phases.
Portal Opening: The application window opened on 22 September 2025.
Communication: Queries should be directed to [email protected].
Applicants are advised to monitor the CUJ website regularly for updates or corrigenda.
Selection and Evaluation
Selection is rigorous and multi-layered: