Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU), Surat, has announced a fresh round of recruitment for multiple teaching positions across its postgraduate departments. The openings cover a wide range of subjects, with a strong emphasis on science and allied disciplines. These positions are being filled in line with the latest UGC, AICTE, and NCTE regulations, ensuring recruitment standards match national norms for higher education.
Applications are invited for the posts of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor. Interested candidates must submit their applications by 2 September 2025, 6:00 PM. Only hard copy submissions will be accepted (one original and seven photocopies), along with all self-attested supporting documents.
Recruitment
This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for candidates aiming to build their academic careers in research-oriented teaching positions at a state university. Science and technology departments are well-represented in this call, making it especially relevant for those in life sciences, physical sciences, and applied sciences.
The university offers 7th Pay Commission pay scales, which are competitive for state university faculty roles:
- Professor – ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200 (Level 14)
- Associate Professor – ₹1,31,400 to ₹2,17,100 (Level 13A)
- Assistant Professor – ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 (Level 10)
Science-Related Teaching Positions at VNSGU (2025)
| Department | Position | Number of Posts | Reservation Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquatic Biology | Assistant Professor | 1 | ST |
| Bio-Sciences | Professor | 1 | SEBC (2nd Attempt) |
| Bio-Sciences | Associate Professor | 1 | ST – PH (2nd Attempt) |
| Bio-Sciences | Assistant Professor | 2 | SEBC – 1, Open (Woman) – 1 |
| Chemistry | Professor | 3 | ST – 1 (2nd Attempt), Open – 2 |
| Chemistry | Associate Professor | 3 | SEBC – 1, Open – 1, EWS (Woman) – 1 |
| Chemistry | Assistant Professor | 3 | ST (Woman) – 1, Open (PH) – 1, EWS – 1 |
| Mathematics | Professor | 1 | Open |
| Mathematics | Associate Professor | 1 | Open (Woman) |
| Mathematics | Assistant Professor | 2 | SEBC – 1, Open – 1 |
| Physics | Professor | 2 | Open (Woman) – 1, EWS – 1 |
| Physics | Associate Professor | 3 | SEBC – 1, Open – 2 |
| Physics | Assistant Professor | 2 | Open – 1, Open (Woman) – 1 |
| Statistics | Professor | 1 | EWS |
| Statistics | Associate Professor | 3 | SEBC (Woman) – 1, Open – 1, EWS – 1 |
| Statistics | Assistant Professor | 1 | Open (Woman) |
| Computer Science | Associate Professor | 2 | SEBC (Woman) – 1, Open – 1 |
| Education | Professor | 2 | SEBC (Woman) – 1, Open (Woman) – 1 |
| Education | Associate Professor | 1 | Open (Woman) |
| Education | Assistant Professor | 1 | EWS |
Essential Qualifications (Science and Allied Fields)
- Assistant Professor – Master’s degree with at least 55% marks in the relevant subject, plus NET/SET or PhD (as per UGC 2018 norms). Certain disciplines follow AICTE or NCTE-specific regulations.
- Associate Professor – PhD in the relevant discipline, a minimum of 8 years of teaching/research experience, and at least 7 publications in UGC-listed journals.
- Professor – PhD in the relevant discipline, a minimum of 10 years of teaching/research experience, at least 10 UGC-listed publications, and evidence of guiding doctoral students.
Application Process
- Download the application form from www.vnsgu.ac.in.
- Fill the form using computer typing only (no handwriting allowed).
- Attach all self-attested academic and professional documents.
- Submit one original and seven photocopies of the complete application by speed post, registered post, or in person.
- Application fee:
- ₹500 for UR
- ₹200 for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS
- Fee exempt for PwBD candidates
- Last date and time: 02/09/2025, 6:00 PM.
Final Thoughts
This recruitment drive offers a valuable chance for scientists, researchers, and educators to join a growing state university with a broad academic portfolio. Given the diversity of science-related openings—from life sciences to physics, chemistry, and applied mathematics—qualified applicants should prepare their documents early and ensure they meet the specific eligibility criteria for their discipline.
For complete details, application forms, and eligibility requirements, visit the official VNSGU website: www.vnsgu.ac.in.
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