Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026: 14 Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor Posts
Visva-Bharati, the Central University at Santiniketan in West Bengal, has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 for 14 teaching posts — 1 Professor, 6 Associate Professors and 7 Assistant Professors. The posts cover Sculpture, Painting, Graphic Art, Music, English, Odia, Geography, Botany, Physics, Agricultural Extension and Textile. Entry pay runs from ₹57,700 to ₹1,44,200 under the 7th CPC. If you are looking for teaching and faculty government jobs, this is a respected campus worth your time.
Applications are online only through the Samarth Chayan portal, and the window closes on 31 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. Each of the 14 seats is a single seat tied to one category, so read the vacancy table row by row before you pay. This article covers eligibility, pay, fees, selection and the conditions that can cost you the job. Read it fully — GovtJobsAlert.in has checked every line against the official advertisement.
Key Highlights — Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026
Visva-Bharati is a unitary teaching and residential Central University, set up under the Visva-Bharati Act 1951, and the advertisement calls it an institution of national importance. This recruitment follows the UGC Regulations 2018 and its later amendments, so eligibility on NET, Ph.D. and research score follows the rules UGC sets for universities.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan (Central University) |
| Advertisement | No. 03/2026 dated 28 September 2026 |
| Posts | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 14 |
| Category Split | UR 3, SC 3, OBC 4, ST 2, EWS 1, PwD (OD) 1 |
| Entry Pay | ₹57,700 to ₹1,44,200 (7th CPC) |
| Mode | Online (Samarth Chayan portal) |
| Last Date | 31 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Job Location | Santiniketan, West Bengal |
How Many Vacancies are in Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026?
| Post Level | Posts |
|---|---|
| Professor | 1 |
| Associate Professor | 6 |
| Assistant Professor | 7 |
| Total | 14 |
Each row below is one seat, with the reservation category shown for that seat.
| Post | Department / Bhavana | Category (Seats) |
|---|---|---|
| Professor of Sculpture | Sculpture / Kala-Bhavana | UR (1) |
| Associate Professor of Geography | Geography / Vidya-Bhavana | SC (1) |
| Associate Professor of English | English / Bhasha-Bhavana | SC (1) |
| Associate Professor of English | English / Bhasha-Bhavana | OBC (1) |
| Associate Professor of Botany | Botany / Siksha-Bhavana | ST (1) |
| Associate Professor of Esraj | Hindusthani Classical Music / Sangit-Bhavana | UR (1) |
| Associate Professor of Painting | Painting / Kala-Bhavana | OBC (1) |
| Assistant Professor of Physics | Physics / Siksha-Bhavana | OBC (1) |
| Assistant Professor of Agricultural Extension | Palli Siksha Bhavana | SC (1) |
| Assistant Professor of Odia | Odia / Bhasha-Bhavana | PwD-OD (1) |
| Assistant Professor of Rabindra Sangit | Rabindra Sangit, Dance & Drama / Sangit-Bhavana | OBC (1) |
| Assistant Professor of Textile | Silpa Sadana / Palli Samgathana Vibhaga | ST (1) |
| Assistant Professor of Graphic Art | Graphic Art / Kala-Bhavana | UR (1) |
| Assistant Professor of Classical Vocal Music (Kheyal) | Hindusthani Classical Music / Sangit-Bhavana | EWS (1) |
English has two separate seats — one SC, one OBC. The Odia seat is reserved for orthopedically disabled (PwD-OD) candidates only. Notice that most departments have no Unreserved seat at all: only Sculpture, Esraj and Graphic Art are UR. A reserved-category claim needs a valid certificate, so check your category against each seat first, because the fee is not refunded.
What is the Eligibility for Visva-Bharati Professor Recruitment 2026?
All qualifications must be held on the last date of application and must come from a recognised University or Institute. Eligibility is judged under the UGC Regulations 2018.
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post (Sl. No.) | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Professor of Sculpture (01) — Route A | Eminent scholar with a doctoral degree, at least 10 years of teaching and/or research, minimum 6 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals, research score of 120 (Appendix II, Table 2) |
| Professor of Sculpture (01) — Route B | Traditional or professional artist with a Master’s in the subject, ‘A’-grade AIR/Doordarshan artist, 10 years of outstanding performing achievement, ability to guide research, National/International seminars, concerts or awards |
| Associate Professor (02 to 05) | Good academic record, Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline, Master’s with at least 55% (or equivalent grade), 8 years of teaching/research at Assistant Professor level, minimum 7 publications, research score of 75 |
| Associate Professor Esraj & Painting (06, 07) — Route A | Doctoral degree, high professional performing ability, 8 years of teaching/research at Assistant Professor level, quality publications |
| Associate Professor Esraj & Painting (06, 07) — Route B | Traditional or professional artist with a Master’s in the subject, ‘A’-grade AIR/Doordarshan artist, 8 years of outstanding performing achievement, course or curricula design experience |
| Assistant Professor (08 to 10) — Route A | Master’s with 55% (or equivalent grade) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university, plus NET (UGC/CSIR) or a similar UGC-accredited test like SLET/SET, or a Ph.D. under the UGC 2009 or 2016 Regulations |
| Assistant Professor (08 to 10) — Route B | Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 of QS, THE or ARWU (at any time) |
| Assistant Professor (11 to 14) — Route A | Master’s with 55% (or equivalent grade) in the relevant subject, or an equivalent degree from an Indian/foreign University, plus NET or a similar UGC-accredited test like SLET/SET, or a Ph.D. under the UGC 2009 or 2016 Regulations |
| Assistant Professor (11 to 14) — Route B | Traditional or professional artist with a Bachelor’s degree, trained under a noted Master, ‘A’-grade AIR/Doordarshan artist |
A Ph.D. registered before 11 July 2009 can still exempt you from NET, but only if all five conditions are met — regular mode, two external examiners, open viva, two papers from the Ph.D. work (one in a refereed journal) and two conference papers — certified by the Registrar or Dean (Academic Affairs). NET is also not needed in disciplines where it is not conducted. If you hold a post-graduate degree with NET, the Assistant Professor route is the most open one here. For posts 11 to 14, Route B matters: a traditional or professional artist can qualify with a Bachelor’s degree, training under a noted Master and ‘A’-grade AIR/Doordarshan status, so performers should not rule themselves out.
Desirable Qualifications
| Post | Desirable |
|---|---|
| Professor of Sculpture | Specialization in Sculpture |
| Associate Professor of Botany | M.Sc. Botany with specialization in any branch of Botany |
| Associate Professor of Painting | Active art practice with solo and curated group exhibitions; strong art theory |
| Assistant Professor of Physics | M.Sc. Physics with Electronics specialization, or M.Sc. Electronics |
| Assistant Professor of Agricultural Extension | Four-year B.Sc. (Ag.) Hons., M.Sc. (Ag.) and Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension or Extension Education |
| Assistant Professor of Odia | Modern Odia Literature; UGC-listed publications |
| Assistant Professor of Textile | Textile fibres, handloom and Jacquard weaving, Textile CAD |
| Assistant Professor of Graphic Art | Printmaking / Graphic Art |
Marks and Relaxation
“Good academic record” means an average of at least 55% across Class X, 10+2 and Honours, with 55% at Master’s compulsory. SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and Differently-abled candidates get a 5% relaxation at Bachelor’s and Master’s level, counted without grace marks. Ph.D. holders who passed their Master’s before 19 September 1991 may get a relaxation from 55% to 50%.
Age Limit
The advertisement does not state any age limit for these posts. Your eligibility depends on the qualification, experience and research score conditions above, all judged on 31 October 2026.
What is the Salary for Visva-Bharati Professor Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Academic Level | Entry Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A | ₹1,31,400 |
| Assistant Professor | Level 10 | ₹57,700 |
These are entry pay figures from the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. New appointees come under the National Pension System (NPS), unless specifically allowed into the university’s GPF-cum-Gratuity Scheme under Government of India and UGC rules on counting past service.
What is the Selection Process for Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Based strictly on Academic / Research score under Appendix II, Table 2 and Table 3A (UGC Regulations 2018); may be limited to a 1:15 ratio if applications are many |
| Interview | Shortlisted candidates are called; those abroad may attend through Skype or another permitted audio-visual link |
| Verification | Testimonials, antecedents, past service and police verification |
For Assistant Professor, the Table 3A academic score is used only for shortlisting — the final selection depends only on your interview performance. So prepare for the interview seriously. For Professor and Associate Professor, your research score decides whether you are called at all, so claim every publication properly and upload proof for each one. Browse our preparation strategy guides for interview tips.
Which Conditions Can Cost You the Visva-Bharati Professor Job?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Minimum eligibility | Meeting the essential qualifications does not entitle you to an interview call |
| False information | Suppressed, false or fraudulent information leads to rejection, cancellation or summary termination at any stage |
| EWS certificate | No valid current-year EWS certificate by the last date means you will not be considered as EWS and will be treated as UR |
| OBC certificate | OBC-NCL certificate must be of current financial year 2026-27 and digitally verifiable; you must belong to the OBC Central List |
| PwD claim | Disability must be at least 40%, with a valid certificate uploaded |
| Police verification | Appointment is liable to be cancelled if the police report is not satisfactory |
| Documents | For Assistant Professor without NET, upload clause 3.3(I) documents; for higher posts, upload the Ph.D. document from the awarding institution. No other documents will be considered |
| Incomplete form | Incomplete applications are rejected without reference; canvassing is strictly forbidden |
| Employed candidates | Apply through proper channel or give an NOC at interview, and submit release order and last pay certificate at joining; otherwise past service will not be counted |
| Residence | Appointees must live within the university’s territorial jurisdiction |
| Travel | No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview |
| University rights | Visva-Bharati may not fill any vacancy and may withdraw any post without giving reasons |
How to Apply Online for Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the Samarth Chayan recruitment portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Register with a valid mobile number and email, or sign in if already registered |
| 3 | Fill the form for your post and upload self-attested proof of age, qualifications, category, disability and experience, plus supporting documents for every publication you claim |
| 4 | Pay the application fee for each post, unless exempted |
| 5 | Submit, then download and keep the confirmation page |
You may apply for more than one post, but you must pay the fee separately for each. Keep your digitally verifiable category certificate and NET or Ph.D. document ready before you start, because incomplete applications are rejected. There will be no interim correspondence, so check your details twice.
What are the Important Dates for Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 31 October 2026 |
Any addendum or corrigendum will be posted only on the university website, so keep checking it. Remember that your qualifications, experience and category certificates must all be in hand by the closing date — a result or certificate that arrives after 31 October will not help.
What is the Application Fee for Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Professor & Associate Professor (Level 14 & 13A) | ₹2,000 |
| Assistant Professor (Level 10) | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST | 25% of the above fee |
| Women | Exempted |
| PwD (40% or above) | Exempted |
The fee is non-refundable and is charged separately for each post. For any concession or exemption, submit an attested copy of the certificate issued by the appropriate authority. Women candidates of every category pay nothing, which makes this a good time for women scholars to apply — the university says it wants gender balance and encourages women to apply.
Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online on Samarth Chayan Portal (Visva-Bharati Teaching Posts)
- Visit Visva-Bharati Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
A faculty post at a Central University like Visva-Bharati is a respected and secure career. Check your category against the exact seat, gather your publications and certificates, and submit well before 31 October 2026. If you are already in government or university service, start the proper-channel process now. For more openings in West Bengal and across India, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.