MSU Baroda Teaching Recruitment 2026 -- 198 Vacancies

About This Job

The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (MSU Baroda) has released a major recruitment notification for 198 permanent teaching positions across Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts. This is your chance to join one of India's oldest and most respected state universities, located in Vadodara, Gujarat, with a prestigious NAAC A+ accreditation. The monthly salary ranges from Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 2,18,200 under the 7th CPC. The last date to apply online is 15 May 2026.

MSU Baroda Teaching Recruitment 2026 -- 198 Posts

The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, established in 1949, is inviting online applications for 198 permanent teaching posts in the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Family & Community Sciences. This recruitment is being conducted under Notification No. ADE 1/10 to 1/16 of 2025-2026, in line with UGC Regulations 2018 and the Gujarat Public Universities Act, 2023. Positions span 19 departments covering subjects from Physics and Chemistry to Human Development and Foods & Nutrition.

Vacancy Breakdown

Faculty of Science

Faculty of Family & Community Sciences

Grand Total: 198 vacancies (27 Professor + 42 Associate Professor + 129 Assistant Professor)

Vacancies are spread across reservation categories -- SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, and Unreserved (UR) -- as per Gujarat government norms.

Who Can Apply?

You need to meet the eligibility criteria as per UGC Regulations 2018 and the AICTE Notification 2024. Here are the general requirements:

Assistant Professor

• Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) from a recognized university in the relevant subject
• NET/SET/SLET qualification is mandatory (unless exempted by UGC norms, such as Ph.D. holders meeting specific criteria)
• A 5% relaxation in marks is available for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS and PwBD candidates

Associate Professor

• Ph.D. in the relevant discipline
• Master's degree with at least 55% marks
• Minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience in a university or college
• Published research work of high quality as per UGC norms

Professor

• Ph.D. in the relevant discipline
• Master's degree with at least 55% marks
• Minimum 10 years of teaching/research experience, of which at least 3 years should be at the Associate Professor level
• Ten research publications in peer-reviewed journals (for Professor) or seven research papers (for Associate Professor)

Note: All degrees must be from a UGC/AICTE/PCI-recognized university or institution. Candidates with foreign degrees need an equivalence certificate from AIU, New Delhi.

Age Limit

• Age limit and relaxation will be as per the Government of Gujarat rules and UGC regulations
• Age relaxation for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/PwBD categories as per Gujarat government norms
• Date of birth is determined from your Matriculation/SSC certificate

Salary

The pay scale follows the 7th CPC (UGC) as adopted by the Government of Gujarat:

• Assistant Professor: Academic Level 10 -- Entry pay Rs. 57,700 per month (Pay range: Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400)
• Associate Professor: Academic Level 13A -- Entry pay Rs. 1,31,400 per month (Pay range: Rs. 1,31,400 to Rs. 2,17,100)
• Professor: Academic Level 14 -- Entry pay Rs. 1,44,200 per month (Pay range: Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200)
• Allowances: DA, HRA, and other admissible allowances as per Government of Gujarat rules

Application Fee

• General/Unreserved/Open category: Rs. 1,000
• Reserved category (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS): Rs. 500
• PwBD candidates: No fee (fully exempted)
• Payment mode: Online only -- Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card
• Note: Google Pay/Wallet is not accepted. Cash, Money Order, Demand Draft, and Postal Order are also not accepted. The fee is non-refundable.

Selection Process

The selection follows the Gujarat Public Universities Uniform Statutes, 2024 and UGC guidelines:

1. Application Screening: Your application will be checked for eligibility, qualifications, and completeness
2. Academic/Research Score (A/R Score): You must enter your A/R score in the application form, supported by documentary evidence
3. Shortlisting: Based on qualifications, experience, publications, and A/R Score as per the Gujarat Public Universities Act, 2023 (Clause 127, 128, 129, 130 of Chapter XVII)
4. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. Call letters will be sent by email only
5. Document Verification: You need to bring a hard copy of your application with all self-attested documents at the time of interview/verification

No Written Exam -- selection is based on academic credentials, research output, and personal interview. No TA/DA or local conveyance will be paid for attending the screening test or interview.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official recruitment portal at msubaroda.ac.in/Recruitment
2. Register with your valid mobile number and email address
3. Fill in the online application form carefully -- check the eligibility criteria for each position before applying
4. Upload required documents: passport-size photo (3.5x3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG/PNG, max 50 KB) and signature (JPG/JPEG/PNG, max 50 KB)
5. Upload scanned copies of educational qualifications, mark sheets, degree certificates, experience certificates, and disability certificate (if applicable) in PDF format (max 512 KB each)
6. Pay the application fee online via Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card
7. Submit a separate application for each position you want to apply for
8. Confirm your application before the deadline -- unconfirmed applications will NOT be considered
9. Take a printout and also keep a hard copy with all supporting documents photocopied for the interview stage

Important: Once confirmed, you cannot edit your application. For technical support, email recruitment@msubaroda.ac.in at least 5 days before the deadline.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 28 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 10 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 15 May 2026 (till 6:00 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Deliver lectures, conduct tutorials, and guide laboratory sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students in the assigned department
• Prepare course material, question papers, and evaluation methods as per university curriculum and UGC standards
• Conduct research, publish papers in peer-reviewed journals, and contribute to the academic growth of the department
• Supervise M.Phil. and Ph.D. students and guide them through their research work
• Assist in administrative duties such as examination work, admission processes, and committee responsibilities as assigned by the university
• Participate in faculty development programmes, workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay updated in the field
• Manage departmental resources, laboratories, and equipment, and contribute to procurement and maintenance planning
• Follow the code of conduct and service rules prescribed by MSU Baroda and the Government of Gujarat