Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Kakryal, Katra has released an official notification inviting applications for the posts of Assistant Professor on temporary and contractual basis. A total of 19 vacancies are open across various schools and disciplines including Computer Science, Mathematics, Electronics, Architecture, Business, and more.
As per the notification issued by SMVDU, the appointments are purely temporary. The minimum qualifications vary by subject but generally include a relevant Master’s or Doctoral degree with NET or equivalent. Candidates with specialization or Ph.D. as per post requirements will be preferred. The salary will be as per university norms.
Eligible candidates can submit their online application through the university website www.smvdu.ac.in starting from 09 July 2025. The last date to apply online is 29 July 2025. A printout of the completed application must also be sent to the university by 06 August 2025. Check full details below before applying.
Important Dates:
The registration process for SMVDU Faculty Assistant Professor Posts will begin from 09 July 2025.
Notification Date: 08 July 2025
Start Date of Application: 09 July 2025
Last Date of Online Application: 29 July 2025
Last Date for Hard Copy Submission: 06 August 2025
Vacancy Details:
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University has invited applications to fill up the following Assistant Professor vacancies on a temporary and contractual basis:
Post Name: Assistant Professor
No. of Posts: 19
Discipline-wise distribution –
Computer Science & Engineering: 3
Mathematics: 3
Electronics & Communication Engineering: 3
Design: 1
Architecture & Landscape Design: 2
Hindi: 1
Business: 3
Dogri: 1
Chemistry: 2
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, and other essential details below.
For Engineering Disciplines (Computer Science, Electronics): B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. or Integrated M.Tech. in relevant branch with first class. Ph.D. is desirable. Candidates with Ph.D. after Bachelor’s with GATE/GPAT/CEED are also eligible.
For Design: Bachelor’s degree or 4-year Diploma in Design/Fine Arts/Architecture or B.E./B.Tech. with first class. Plus Master’s or equivalent PG Diploma in relevant disciplines. Minimum 2 years professional design experience is mandatory.
For Architecture: Bachelor’s in Architecture with 60% marks and 3 years experience OR Bachelor’s and Master’s in Architecture with 60% marks and 1 year experience. Valid CoA registration is mandatory.
For Business: Bachelor’s in any discipline and Master’s in MBA/PGDM/CA/ICWA/M.Com with first class and 2 years professional experience. Ph.D. preferred. Preference for specialization in Finance, Marketing, SCM, Analytics, HR.
For Mathematics, Dogri, Hindi, Chemistry: Master’s with 55% marks in relevant subject and NET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms. Candidates who completed Ph.D. before July 11, 2009, must meet specific published research and presentation requirements to be exempt from NET.
How to Apply:
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply through the university’s official portal www.smvdu.ac.in. After submission of online form, candidates must also send a hard copy along with required documents to the Registrar’s Office.
Selection Process:
The selection of candidates will be based on academic qualifications, experience, and as per university norms. The University reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
Candidates who wish to apply for the Assistant Professor posts must download the official notification pdf. The official notification of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University contains all the detailed information about eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, etc.
Official Notification PDF