The Central University of Jammu (CU Jammu, Samba, J&K), a central university established under the Central Universities Act 2009, has officially released recruitment advertisement inviting candidates for walk-in interviews for Guest Faculty positions across various academic departments for the Odd Semester 2026-27. Qualified scholars with Master degrees with 55% marks and UGC-NET / JRF or Ph.D. can attend walk-in interviews on 08 October 2026. Selected guest faculty will receive UGC-prescribed honorarium of Rs. 1,500 per lecture up to a monthly ceiling of Rs. 50,000.
Central University of Jammu 2026: Academic Cadre & Honorarium Scale
The walk-in appointments fulfill teaching requirements in postgraduate and undergraduate university programs:
| Parameter | Official Central University Standards |
|---|---|
| University Name | Central University of Jammu (Rahya-Suchani, Bagla, Samba, J&K) |
| Post Name | Guest Faculty (Various Academic Departments) |
| Honorarium Rate | Rs. 1,500 per lecture (Maximum Rs. 50,000 per month as per UGC norms) |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 08 October 2026 (Reporting at 10:00 AM) |
| Interview Venue | Committee Room, Administrative Block, CU Jammu Campus |
| Academic Session | Academic Session 2026-27 (Odd Semester) |
| Official Portal | cujammu.ac.in |
Selection Process, Exam Pattern and Shortlisting Criteria
Selection will be finalized through UGC-compliant walk-in screening:
- Credential Verification: Verification of academic scorecards, Ph.D. compliance certificates under UGC 2009/2016 regulations, and UGC-NET/CSIR-NET certificates.
- Teaching Demonstration: A 10-minute presentation on a chosen postgraduate curriculum topic demonstrating pedagogical communication.
- Personal Interview: Interview before the statutory selection board evaluating research publications, teaching interest, and subject depth.
Qualifying Marks, Benchmark Cutoffs and Evaluation Criteria
Qualifications follow UGC Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers Regulations 2018:
- Essential Qualification: Master degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates) in the relevant discipline from an Indian university or an accredited foreign university.
- National Testing Requirement: Candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR. Candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016 are exempted from NET.
- Upper Age Limit: Maximum age limit for Guest Faculty is 70 years as per UGC guidelines.
- Interview Benchmark: Minimum 50% qualifying score in the interview is required for empanelment.
Candidate Guidelines and Next Steps for Walk-in Interview
Aspirants attending the walk-in session must observe the following steps:
- Download the bio-data format from the jobs section on cujammu.ac.in.
- Report on 08 October 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Administrative Block, Central University of Jammu, Samba.
- Carry one set of self-attested photocopies of all educational marksheets, degrees, Ph.D. notification, UGC-NET certificate, and identity proof.
- Carry original documents for on-spot physical verification by university officials.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview.
Departmental Course Load and Academic Mentorship
Guest faculty members are entrusted with conducting classroom lectures, continuous internal assessments, laboratory sessions, and evaluating end-semester answer scripts. They will provide student mentorship for master degree research dissertations and participate in departmental curriculum development seminars. The engagement is purely on lecture basis for the ongoing academic semester or until regular faculty joins.
Frequently Asked Questions (Notice-Grounded)
When is the walk-in interview for CU Jammu Guest Faculty?
The walk-in interview is scheduled on 08 October 2026 with candidate reporting at 10:00 AM at the Samba campus.
What is the honorarium paid to Guest Faculty at CU Jammu?
Guest faculty members receive an honorarium of Rs. 1,500 per lecture up to an official cap of Rs. 50,000 per month.
What is the minimum qualification required under UGC norms?
Candidates must possess a Master degree with 55% marks along with UGC-NET or Ph.D. under UGC 2009/2016 regulations.
What is the maximum age limit for applying as Guest Faculty?
As per UGC regulations, the maximum age limit for appointment as Guest Faculty is 70 years.