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Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University (HNGU), Patan has released HNGU Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No. 05/2026 on 22 May 2026, inviting online applications for 17 Assistant Professor posts across 8 departments and institutes of the University.

This recruitment is as per the instruction of the Education Department, Government of Gujarat, Gandhinagar and the Commissionerate of Higher Education. Posts are at Pay Level-10 (₹57,700/- per month). Knowledge of Gujarati is mandatory for all applicants.

The online application window opened on 25 May 2026 and closes on 15 June 2026 (5:00 PM). In addition to online submission, candidates must also send a physical hardcopy of the filled application along with all documents to the Registrar, HNGU, Patan by 20 June 2026 (6:00 PM) via Speed Post or in person.

Overview Table

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationHemchandracharya North Gujarat University (HNGU), Patan
Advertisement No.05/2026 dated 22/05/2026
PostAssistant Professor
Total Vacancies17 (across 8 Departments/Institutes)
Pay ScaleLevel-10 — ₹57,700/- per month
Application ModeOnline + Physical Hardcopy
Online Application Portalrecruitment.ngu.ac.in
Online Application Opens25 May 2026 (1:00 PM)
Last Date — Online Application15 June 2026 (5:00 PM)
Last Date — Physical Hardcopy20 June 2026 (6:00 PM)
Selection ProcessAcademic Score Shortlisting → Screening Test (if needed) → Personal Interview
Gujarati KnowledgeMandatory
Official Websitengu.ac.in
Query Emailest@ngu.ac.in
Phone02766–237000

Important Dates

EventDate & Time
Notification Released22 May 2026
Online Application Opens25 May 2026 (1:00 PM)
Last Date — Online Application15 June 2026 (5:00 PM)
Last Date — Physical Hardcopy Submission20 June 2026 (6:00 PM)
Screening Test / Interview DateTo be notified on ngu.ac.in

Important: Eligibility of candidates will be assessed as on the last date of online application (15 June 2026). Applications received after the due date will not be considered under any circumstances.

Vacancies — Department-wise and Category-wise

HNGU Recruitment 2026 – 17 Assistant Professor Posts Apply Online recruitment.ngu.ac.in

Notes:

  • F = Female Reservation
  • * = Recruitment subject to approval of Government of Gujarat
  • # = Post vacant due to employee on lien; appointment will be terminated if lien employee returns
  • Disability abbreviations: B = Blind, LV = Low Vision, D = Deaf, HH = Hard of Hearing

Educational Qualification

Faculty of Arts, Sciences, Commerce and Management

As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers 2018 and amendments:

OptionQualification Required
Option AMaster’s Degree with minimum 55% marks (without grace marks) in the concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or accredited foreign university AND NET (UGC/CSIR) / SLET / SET cleared OR Ph.D. awarded as per UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016
Option BPh.D. from a foreign university/institution ranked in Top 500 in QS / THE / ARWU World University Rankings at any time

NET/SLET/SET Exemption for Ph.D. holders (pre-July 11, 2009 registrants): Exempt if Ph.D. awarded in regular mode, thesis evaluated by at least two external examiners, open viva voce conducted, two research papers published (at least one in a refereed journal), and at least two papers presented at UGC/ICSSR/CSIR-funded conferences.

Marks Relaxation:

  • 5% relaxation (55% → 50%) at Master’s level for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates
  • 5% relaxation for Ph.D. holders who obtained their Master’s Degree prior to 19 September 1991

Faculty of Architecture

As per Minimum Standards of Architectural Education Regulations, 2020:

OptionQualification Required
Option 1B.Arch. (or equivalent) with minimum 60% marks and 3 years of relevant professional experience
Option 2B.Arch. + Master’s Degree in Architecture or allied subjects with minimum 60% marks at either level and 1 year of relevant professional experience

Note: NET/SLET/SET is not required for Architecture faculty posts.

Application Fee

CategoryFee
Unreserved (General)₹500/- (Non-Refundable)
ST / SC / OBC / EWS / PwD₹250/- (Non-Refundable)

Payment Mode: Online only. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates applying for more than one post must pay separate fee for each post.

Selection Process

StageDetails
Stage 1 — Academic Score ShortlistingCandidates shortlisted based on Academic Score as per UGC Regulation 2018, Appendix II, Table 3A. Shortlisting ratio: 1:15 (top merit candidates called). If eligible candidates are fewer than 1:15, all are called.
Stage 2 — Screening Test (if needed)University may hold a Screening Test wherever necessary. Syllabus and schedule published on ngu.ac.in.
Stage 3 — Personal InterviewCall letters sent by email only to shortlisted candidates. Candidates must appear at their own cost — no TA/DA paid. Final selection based solely on interview performance.

Important: Mere eligibility does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview. Academic Score (Appendix II Table 3A) is used only for shortlisting — not for final selection.

How to Apply – Step by Step

Online Application (Mandatory — Deadline: 15 June 2026, 5:00 PM)

  1. Visit recruitment.ngu.ac.in and register/login
  2. Fill in the online application form completely and accurately
  3. Pay the prescribed application fee online
  4. Submit the online application on or before 15 June 2026 (5:00 PM)

Physical Hardcopy Submission (Also Mandatory — Deadline: 20 June 2026, 6:00 PM)

  1. Take a printout of the filled online application form — 3 sets (1 Original + 2 Photocopies)
  2. Also prepare 3 copies of Academic Score in Appendix II, Table 3A format (proforma available on recruitment.ngu.ac.in)
  3. Attach all self-attested documents: Educational Qualification Certificates (graduation onwards with marksheets), Experience Certificate, Caste/Category Certificate, Physical Disability Certificate, NOC (if applicable), Payment Receipt, Government-issued photo ID
  4. For research papers: attach self-attested proof of peer-reviewed / UGC-listed journal publication
  5. Superscribe the envelope: “Post Applied for: [Name of Post] of [Name of Department]”
  6. Send via Speed Post or deliver in person to:

Registrar, Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, University Road, P.B. No. 21, Patan – 384265, Gujarat

Note: Candidates applying through proper channel (Govt./Semi-Govt./PSU employees) must attach a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC). Foreign degree holders must attach an Equivalence Certificate from AIU (Association of Indian Universities).

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FAQ – HNGU Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the last date to apply for HNGU Recruitment 2026?

There are two separate deadlines. The online application must be submitted at recruitment.ngu.ac.in by 15 June 2026 (5:00 PM). In addition, the physical hardcopy of the application with all documents must reach the Registrar, HNGU, Patan by 20 June 2026 (6:00 PM) via Speed Post or in person. Both submissions are mandatory — online application alone is not sufficient.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in HNGU Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No. 05/2026?

A total of 17 Assistant Professor posts have been announced across 8 departments and institutes — Institute of Architecture (1), Chemistry (2), Mathematics (1), S.K. School of Business Management/MBA (3), English (1), Life Science — Microbiology & Zoology (2), Hospital Management (3), and Gujarati (4). Category-wise, vacancies include 4 ST, 2 SC, 4 SEBC, 2 EWS, 3 UR, and 2 PwD posts.

Q3. Is NET/SLET/SET mandatory for HNGU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

For Arts, Science, Commerce and Management faculty posts, NET/SLET/SET is the minimum eligibility. However, candidates holding a Ph.D. awarded as per UGC Minimum Standards Regulations 2009 or 2016 are exempt from NET/SLET/SET. For the Architecture post (Institute of Architecture), NET/SLET/SET is not required — the criteria are B.Arch. marks and relevant professional experience.

Q4. What is the salary for HNGU Assistant Professor 2026?

Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level-10 with a basic pay of ₹57,700/- per month as per State Government/UGC norms. DA, HRA, and other allowances will be applicable as per University/Government of Gujarat rules. Age of retirement/superannuation will be as per Government of Gujarat norms/UGC/Council norms.

Q5. Is Gujarati knowledge mandatory for HNGU Recruitment 2026?

Yes. Knowledge of Gujarati is explicitly listed as an essential requirement for all applicants, regardless of department. This applies to all 17 posts including Architecture, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, and Management — not just the Department of Gujarati post. Candidates without Gujarati knowledge are not eligible to apply.

Q6. What is the application fee for HNGU Recruitment 2026?

The fee is ₹500 for Unreserved/General candidates and ₹250 for ST/SC/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates. Payment must be made through online mode only. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates applying for more than one post must pay the fee separately for each post and submit separate online applications and separate hardcopies.

Q7. What is the selection process for HNGU Assistant Professor 2026?

Selection is in three stages: first, candidates are shortlisted based on Academic Score as per UGC Regulation 2018, Appendix II, Table 3A (1:15 ratio); second, the University may conduct a Screening Test where necessary (syllabus published on ngu.ac.in); and third, shortlisted candidates appear for a Personal Interview. Final selection is based solely on interview performance — Academic Score is only for shortlisting.

Q8. What documents must be attached with the physical hardcopy application?

The physical application must include 3 sets of the printed online application form, 3 copies of Academic Score in Appendix II Table 3A format, self-attested certificates of age, educational qualifications (graduation onwards with marksheets), caste/category, physical disability, experience, NOC (if in Govt. service), payment receipt, government-issued photo ID, and proof of research papers published in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals. All documents must be arranged in the order of claims made in the Academic Score proforma.

Q9. Can a Govt. or PSU employee apply for HNGU Recruitment 2026?

Yes, but candidates currently employed in Government, Semi-Government, or Public Sector Undertakings must apply through proper channel and submit a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) along with the physical application. Applications submitted without NOC will not be considered for such candidates.

Q10. What are the special conditions for the Life Science (Microbiology) post in HNGU 2026?

The Microbiology Assistant Professor post (1 vacancy, ST-Female category) is marked with #, meaning it is vacant because the current employee is on lien. If the employee on lien returns to the post, the appointment of the newly recruited candidate will be terminated without any further notice. Candidates should carefully note this condition before applying for this specific post.