SPA Vijayawada Assistant Professor (Planning) Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Documents & Walk-in Details
If you have a Master’s degree in Planning and love teaching, this one is for you. The School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada (SPAV), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has invited applications for 5 Assistant Professor (Planning) positions in its Department of Planning. The posts are purely on contract, with an initial tenure of six months.
There is no online form here. Candidates must come for document verification and walk-in interview on 3 December 2026, from 10:00 AM onwards. You can also browse more teaching and faculty jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights – SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) 2026
School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada is a Central institute, and this notice was issued by its Registrar I/c on 9 November 2026. It is a short-term engagement for the Department of Planning, so read the terms below with care before you travel.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada (SPAV) |
| Post | Assistant Professor (Department of Planning) |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Nature of Job | Purely contract, temporary |
| Tenure | Initially 6 months, extendable |
| Job Location | SPA Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh |
| Reference No. | 10/SPAV/Con Fac./Rect./26-27 |
| Walk-in Date | 3 December 2026, 10:00 AM onwards |
How Many Vacancies Are There in SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) 2026?
| Department | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Planning | Assistant Professor (contract) | 5 |
The notice also says the vacancies are likely to increase or decrease as per requirement, at the sole discretion of the institute. So the final number can change.
What is the Eligibility for SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) 2026?
The notice gives two routes. You need to match one of them.
Educational Qualification
| Route | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Route 1 | Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Planning, Technology or Engineering and Master Degree in Planning, with First Class or equivalent either in Bachelors or Master Degree |
| Route 2 | Master Degree in Economics, Geography or Sociology and Master Degree in Planning, with First Class or equivalent in BOTH the two Master degrees |
Let us make it simple with examples. A B.Arch or B.Tech graduate who then completed an M.Plan can apply under Route 1 if either degree is First Class. A candidate whose first degree is outside those fields, but who holds a Master’s in Economics, Geography or Sociology plus an M.Plan, must apply under Route 2. Please note the difference. In Route 1, First Class is needed in either the Bachelor’s or the Master’s degree. In Route 2, First Class is needed in both Master degrees.
The notice defines the equivalent of First Class as a minimum of 60% in aggregate, where class or division is not awarded.
Desirable Aspects
These are not compulsory, but they can make your profile stronger.
| Desirable | Detail |
|---|---|
| Experience | One (01) year in teaching and/or research or industry, in a reputed organisation |
| Specialization | Transport Planning, Urban and Regional Planning or Environmental Planning at PG level of M.Plan |
| Publications | Papers presented at conferences and/or in referred journals |
The notice does not mention any age limit, so no age relaxation is listed for this walk-in.
What is the Salary for SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) 2026?
The notice does not print a rupee figure. It says the consolidated remuneration for those with a P.G. Degree and for those with a Ph.D Degree will be as per the approved scales by CA at SPAV from time to time. In simple words, the pay depends on the scale the institute has approved, and it can differ for a PG holder and a Ph.D holder.
What is the Selection Process for SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Document verification | 3 December 2026, with originals and photocopies |
| Walk-in interview | 3 December 2026, 10:00 AM onwards |
| Presentation | You may be required to give a Power Point Presentation on a topic of your interest, with a maximum of 5 slides |
Prepare a short presentation on a topic of your interest, within 5 slides.
How to Apply for SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) 2026?
This is an offline process. The notice has no online application link. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria must follow these steps.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the application form from the SPAV website, www.spav.ac.in (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Fill in the form completely |
| 3 | Attach photocopies of all documents about your qualifications, experience and so on |
| 4 | Submit the duly filled form with the photocopies at the time of document verification, before the walk-in interview |
| 5 | Carry the original documents listed below and appear on 3 December 2026 |
Original documents to bring:
- UG, PG and Ph.D Degree Certificates and Marks Sheets
- Experience Certificates
- Details of papers presented at Conferences or referred journals, in brief
- CoA or ITPI Registration, if applicable, and an Identity proof issued by GoI
- SSC or Date of Birth certificate and a passport size photograph
Candidates holding Foreign Universities’ Degrees must produce an Equivalence Certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi. Also remember, no TA/DA will be paid by the institute to candidates appearing for the interview, so plan your travel to Vijayawada accordingly.
What are the Important Dates for SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 9 November 2026 |
| Verification of Documents | 3 December 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview | 3 December 2026, 10:00 AM onwards |
The notice does not state an application fee.
What Are the Contract Terms for SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) 2026?
| Term | What the notice says |
|---|---|
| Nature | Purely temporary, purely on contract basis |
| Tenure | Initially six months, extendable from time to time |
| Extension depends on | Requirement and satisfactory performance |
| Remuneration | As per approved scales by CA at SPAV |
Keep this in mind before you decide. This is a contract engagement and not a regular post. You can also check other post graduate jobs and Andhra Pradesh government jobs on our site.
Essential Links – SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) 2026
- Download SPAV Assistant Professor (Planning) Contract Faculty Notification PDF
- Visit SPA Vijayawada Assistant Professor (Planning) Official Website
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- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Andhra Pradesh Govt Jobs
If you meet the qualification, keep your originals, photocopies and the filled form ready well before 3 December 2026, and reach the venue in time for verification. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more updates like this.