Nagaland University Teaching Recruitment 2026 — 31 Vacancies

Nagaland University is hiring 31 teaching faculty across Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor positions. If you hold a PhD and have been looking for a permanent teaching role at a Central University in the Northeast, this is your opportunity. The pay goes up to Rs. 2,18,200 per month at the Professor level.

Available Posts

Key Highlights

• 31 faculty positions across 20+ departments including Law, CSE, Economics, Psychology, and more
• This is a Central University established by an Act of Parliament — all UGC pay scales and benefits apply
• 2 Lien vacancies included — one each in Agronomy (Associate Professor) and Teacher Education (Assistant Professor)
• Qualifications follow UGC Regulations 2018, NCTE 2014, AICTE, and ICAR guidelines depending on the department
• New entrants will be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS)
• Selected candidates must serve a minimum 3-year bond at the university

Important Dates

Selection Process

The university will first shortlist candidates based on academic credentials, research score, and experience as prescribed by UGC norms. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited for an interview and/or presentation before the Selection Committee. The committee may also evaluate candidates using its own method, so be prepared to demonstrate both your teaching ability and research contributions.

Departments Hiring

Here is the full list of departments with openings: Agronomy, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Entomology, Forestry, Geography, Geology, Law, Linguistics, Livestock Production & Management, Mathematics, Psychology, Soil & Water Conservation, Tenyidie, Commerce, Economics, Genetics & Plant Breeding, History & Archaeology, Plant Pathology, Rural Development & Planning, Zoology, and Teacher Education. With this many departments covered, candidates from diverse academic backgrounds have a shot at landing a position.

• Deliver lectures, conduct tutorials, and guide students in the assigned department
• Carry out research and publish in peer-reviewed and UGC-listed journals
• Supervise PhD and postgraduate research scholars
• Participate in curriculum development and academic administration
• Contribute to university activities such as examinations, admissions, and committee work
• Mentor students and support their academic and professional development