Job Overview

Recruitment BoardRGNAU
Post NameProfessor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor – 32 Posts
QualificationAny Masters Degree, M.Phil/Ph.D
SalaryRGNAU Teaching Recruitment 2026 offers pay under the applicable 7th CPC pay matrix. Professor posts carry Level 14 pay of ₹1,44,200-₹2,18,200, Associate Professor posts carry Level 13A pay of ₹1,31,400-₹2,17,100, and Assistant Professor posts carry Academic Level 10 pay of ₹57,700-₹1,82,400 per month. Additional allowances are admissible as per rules. Post Name Pay Level Monthly Basic Pay Scale Professor Level 14 ₹1,44,200 - ₹2,18,200 Associate Professor Level 13A ₹1,31,400 - ₹2,17,100 Assistant Professor Academic Level 10 ₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400 What Is the RGNAU Teaching In-Hand Salary Per Month? The starting basic pay is ₹1,44,200 for Professor, ₹1,31,400 for Associate Professor and ₹57,700 for Assistant Professor. Actual gross and in-hand salary will depend on applicable allowances, deductions and other service conditions. The notification does not specify a fixed in-hand salary amount. Suitable residential accommodation may be provided in the University campus as per allotment rules. Appointees will be governed by the National Pension System (NPS).
Age LimitThe maximum age limit for RGNAU Teaching Recruitment 2026 direct recruitment is 50 years for Professor, 45 years for Associate Professor and 40 years for Assistant Professor. Age will be calculated as on 22 December 2026. Government of India and UGC relaxation rules apply where eligible. Post Name Maximum Age for Direct Recruitment Maximum Age for Deputation Professor 50 Years 58 Years Associate Professor 45 Years 58 Years Assistant Professor 40 Years 56 Years Eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories may receive age and qualification relaxations under applicable Government of India and UGC rules. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the relevant conditions.
Advt NoRGNAU/5360/01/ADMIN/669
Post Date22/10/2026
Last Date22-12-2026

Eligibility / Qualification

RGNAU Teaching Recruitment 2026 eligibility depends on the faculty position and academic discipline. Candidates generally need qualifications such as a relevant Master's Degree, Ph.D., NET qualification or recognized professional credentials, along with prescribed teaching, research or industry experience. The exact requirements differ for each post. Professor Eligibility and Experience Aviation Science: Ph.D. in Aviation Science or a relevant discipline, prescribed publications, research credentials and NET qualification under the notified academic route, along with the specified teaching and research experience. An alternative route is available for outstanding professionals with established credentials. Management / Business Administration: Relevant Master's Degree or recognized PGDM with 55% marks, or specified CA/CMA/CS qualification, with Ph.D. or equivalent fellowship and prescribed experience under the academic route. The notification also provides an alternative professional/industry route. Engineering and Technology: Ph.D. with a relevant Bachelor's or Master's Degree and 10 years of teaching, research or industry experience, including at least 5 years at the prescribed senior level. An alternative industry route involving a relevant Master's Degree and professional experience is also provided. Associate Professor Eligibility and Experience Aviation Science: Relevant Ph.D., Master's Degree with 55% marks, NET qualification, 8 years of prescribed experience, and publication/research requirements. Management / Business Administration: Relevant Master's Degree or recognized PGDM, or specified professional qualification, with Ph.D. or equivalent fellowship and 8 years of prescribed regular service under the academic route. Alternative industry eligibility is also specified. Engineering and Technology: Relevant Ph.D. with First Class at Bachelor's or Master's level and 8 years of prescribed experience. The notification also provides an alternative eligibility route for industry professionals. Assistant Professor Eligibility and Experience Aviation Science: Master's Degree with at least 55% marks in Aviation Science or a relevant discipline, together with NET/SLET/SET qualification where applicable. Candidates qualifying for the Ph.D. exemptions or the specified foreign-university Ph.D. route may also be considered subject to notification conditions. Management / Business Administration: Relevant Master's Degree or recognized full-time PGDM, or specified CA/CMA/CS qualification, with teaching, research, industrial or professional experience and two conference papers or publications in refereed journals. Important: The above is a summary of the main eligibility requirements. Candidates must check the subject-specific qualifications, alternative professional routes, publication requirements, NET exemptions and relevant UGC conditions in the official notification before applying. Which Engineering and Management Specializations Are Eligible? Relevant Engineering and Technology specializations include Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Avionics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Science, subject to the University's course requirements. Management specializations include Economics, Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, Decision Sciences and Information Technology Analysis and Management. The University's lists are indicative and not exhaustive.

Application Fee

The RGNAU Teaching Recruitment 2026 application fee is ₹1,000 for Unreserved, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. The processing fee is non-refundable. Category Application Fee UR / OBC-NCL / EWS ₹1,000 SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen No Fee

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Selection Process

RGNAU Teaching Recruitment 2026 selection involves scrutiny of applications, shortlisting of eligible candidates and assessment by the University. Selection may include an interview and other notified assessment methods. The University may apply academic and research scoring criteria, additional screening requirements and post-specific selection procedures. Application Screening: Verification of eligibility, academic qualifications, teaching/research experience and submitted information. Shortlisting: Selection of candidates for further assessment based on prescribed qualifications, academic/research scores and University criteria. Interview / Assessment: Shortlisted candidates will receive details of applicable interview or other selection stages through their registered email. Document Verification: Candidates must produce the required original certificates and supporting documents. Is There a Written Exam for RGNAU Teaching Recruitment 2026? The notification does not announce a fixed written examination pattern, syllabus or confirmed exam date. However, it mentions possible screening tests, written tests, presentations, group discussions and personal interviews. Candidates should follow subsequent official recruitment updates for the assessment applicable to their posts.

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