KKHSOU Recruitment 2026: 53 Assistant Professor (Contractual) Posts Open
Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University (KKHSOU), Guwahati, has invited online applications under Advt. No. CT 01/2026 for 53 Assistant Professor (Contractual) posts in 18 disciplines. The posts are at the Headquarters (Rani Campus and City Campus) and the Regional Centres at Bongaigaon, Jorhat, Lakhimpur and Silchar.
The consolidated pay is Rs 25,000 per month. Apply online by 27 November 2026, up to 11:59 p.m. Candidates need a Master’s degree with 55% marks and NET, SLET or SET, unless exempt by a UGC 2009/2016 Ph.D.
Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University |
| Advertisement No. | CT 01/2026 |
| Post | Assistant Professor (Contractual) |
| Total Vacancies | 53 in 18 disciplines |
| Monthly Pay | Rs 25,000 consolidated |
| Engagement | 6 months, extendable up to 1 year |
| Age Limit | The notice prints no age limit |
| Last Date | 27 November 2026 |
KKHSOU Vacancy 2026: Discipline-wise Posts
| Discipline | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Assamese | UR 3 / OBC 1 | 4 |
| Bengali | UR 1 / OBC 1 / SC 1 | 3 |
| Chemistry | OBC 1 / STH 1 | 2 |
| Commerce | UR 2 / STP 1 | 3 |
| Computer Science | UR 1 / OBC 1 | 2 |
| English | UR 3 / OBC 1 / SC 1 | 5 |
| Hindi | UR 1 / OBC 1 / STP 1 | 3 |
| History | UR 2 / STH 1 | 3 |
| Library Science | UR 2 / OBC 1 | 3 |
| Management | UR 1 / OBC 1 | 2 |
| Mathematics | UR 3 / OBC 1 | 4 |
| Philosophy | UR 1 / OBC 1 / STP 1 | 3 |
| Physics | UR 2 | 2 |
| Political Science | UR 1 / OBC 1 / STP 1 | 3 |
| Sanskrit | UR 2 | 2 |
| Sociology | UR 3 / OBC 1 | 4 |
| Social Work | UR 1 / STP 1 | 2 |
| Yoga | UR 1 / OBC 1 / STH 1 | 3 |
Chemistry has no Unreserved seat. The notice does not expand STP and STH. A PWD applicant found suitable can be considered for the vacancy in any discipline.
Qualification and Pay
| Detail | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Degree | Master’s with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in the concerned, relevant or allied subject from an Indian university, or an equivalent accredited foreign degree |
| Test | NET by UGC or CSIR, or a UGC-accredited test such as SLET or SET |
| Ph.D. | Ph.D. holders under the UGC 2009 or 2016 Regulations are exempt from NET, SLET and SET |
| Preference | Relevant teaching or professional experience in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) |
| Pay | Rs 25,000 per month, consolidated |
Important Dates and Application Fee
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification dated | 13 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply, pay the fee and download the application copy | 27 November 2026, up to 11:59 p.m. |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs 400 |
| Reserved categories | Rs 200 |
The fee is non-refundable and payable online only, through the payment gateway in the application portal.
Selection Process
The University screens and shortlists candidates on the details in their online applications. Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview. Meeting the minimum eligibility does not give a right to an interview.
Before You Apply
- Apply online only. Applications by any other mode are not entertained.
- Bring a hard copy of the application, with self-attested copies of supporting documents, to the interview. Proof of fee payment goes with it.
- Carry the original certificates for verification. A missing original or a mismatch with the online application may lead to disqualification.
How to Apply for KKHSOU Recruitment 2026
- Open the application portal through the Apply Online link in Essential Links below.
- Fill in the online application form for the discipline you want.
- Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway.
- Submit the form by 27 November 2026, up to 11:59 p.m.
- Download the PDF copy of the submitted application and keep it for the interview.
Essential Links
- Apply Online for KKHSOU Recruitment 2026 (Advt CT 01/2026) – 53 Assistant Professor (Contractual) Posts
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit KKHSOU Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Assam Govt Jobs
Eligible candidates should apply by 27 November 2026. More teaching vacancies are listed on GovtJobsAlert.in under Teaching & Faculty jobs and Assam jobs.