Central Sanskrit University Teaching Recruitment 2026
Apply Online for 90 Associate Professor, Assistant Professor & Academic Posts
Critical Recruitment Overview
The Central Sanskrit University (CSU), New Delhi, an autonomous institution established by an Act of Parliament under the Government of India, has published an official employment notification (Advertisement No. 04/2026). The university is inviting online applications from eligible Indian Nationals for direct recruitment to various teaching and academic roles.
This prestigious recruitment drive aims to fill 90 vacancies consisting of Associate Professors and Assistant Professors. The selected candidates will be posted specifically across three distinguished campuses: Vedvyas Campus (Himachal Pradesh), Shri Raghunath Kirti Campus (Uttarakhand), and Ekalavya Campus (Tripura). Interested and qualified candidates must submit their applications exclusively via the CU Chayan Portal (curec.samarth.ac.in) before the strict deadline of 10 July 2026 (11:30 PM IST), followed by the submission of a hard copy.
1. Important Dates & Action Timeline
Candidates must comply with dual deadlines involving the online portal submission and the dispatch of physical documents.
| CSU Teaching Recruitment Schedule 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Publication Date: | 10 June 2026 |
| Start Date for Online Registration & Applications: | 10 June 2026 |
| Absolute Deadline for Online Application Submission: | 10 July 2026 (11:30 PM) |
| Crucial Date for determining Eligibility (Age, Exp, Qual): | 10 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy: | Within 15 days from the online closing date |
2. Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution
The total 90 vacancies are meticulously divided into two broad categories: Part A (Level-13A) and Part B (Level-10).
Part A: Associate Professor Posts (Pay Level-13A)
| Subject Specialization | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sahitya | - | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Vyakarana | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | - | 3 |
| Jyotisha (Phalita/Siddhanta) | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Vedanta | 1 | 1 | - | 1 | - | 3 |
| Shiksha Shastra (Education) | 1 | 1 | - | 1 | - | 3 |
| Veda Bhashyam | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Veda, Pourohitya & Karmakanda | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Dharma Shastra/Mimamsa | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
| Mimamsa | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Bauddha Darshan | - | - | 1 | - | - | 1 |
| Nyaya/Vaisheshika | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Computer Science | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Yogic Sciences & Spirituality | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
| Ayurveda | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| Total (Part A) | 9 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 23 Posts |
Part B: Assistant Professor & Other Academic Posts (Pay Level-10)
| Subject Specialization | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sahitya | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| Vyakarana | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| Shiksha Shastra (Education) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 13 |
| Vedanta | 3 | - | 1 | 2 | - | 6 |
| Hindi | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | - | 3 |
| Jyotisha-Phalita | 1 | 1 | - | 1 | - | 3 |
| Jyotisha-Siddhanta | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | 3 |
| Computer Science | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | - | 3 |
| English | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Veda, Pourohitya & Karmakanda | 1 | - | 1 | - | - | 2 |
| Dharma Shastra/Mimamsa/Law | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Mimamsa | 1 | - | 1 | - | - | 2 |
| Bauddha Darshan | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Nyaya/Vaiseshika | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Yogic Sciences | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Assistant Director (Physical Education) | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Assistant Librarian | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Total (Part B) | 27 | 11 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 67 Posts |
| Grand Total (Part A + B) | 90 Posts | |||||
3. Educational Qualification & Pay Scale
Core Eligibility
Eligibility parameters including Educational Qualifications, NET/Ph.D status, teaching experience, and publications are governed exclusively by the norms of UGC, NCTE, NCISM, and the Statutes/Ordinances of CSU.
- For Assistant Professor (Level-10): Master's Degree in a relevant subject with minimum 55% marks AND clearance of NET/SLET/SET OR a valid Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC regulations.
- For Associate Professor (Level-13A): A good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned disciplines, a Master's Degree with at least 55% marks, and a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience in teaching/research with required publications.
- Note: Candidates are advised to read Annexure-I of the official notification for exact subject-wise detailed requirements.
Salary & Pay Scale
- Associate Professor: Pay Level-13A (As per 7th CPC Pay Matrix).
- Assistant Professor & Other Academic Posts: Pay Level-10 (As per 7th CPC Pay Matrix).
4. Application & Processing Fees
A separate application and non-refundable fee are required for every individual post/subject applied for.
| Post Category | Applicant Category | Total Fee (Incl. Processing) |
|---|---|---|
| Level-10 Posts | UR / OBC / EWS | ₹ 1500/- |
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD / Transgender | ₹ 500/- | |
| Level-13A Posts | UR / OBC / EWS | ₹ 2000/- |
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD / Transgender | ₹ 1000/- |
5. Screening & Selection Procedure
The assessment and selection workflows differ slightly based on the level of the post.
- Step 1 - Scrutiny: Online applications and uploaded documents are scrutinized for basic eligibility.
- Step 2 - Written Examination (For Level-10 only): Assistant Professor candidates will undergo an OMR-based test containing Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and a Descriptive Test assessing Research Aptitude and Writing Skills. (Note: If candidates are fewer than 20 for a subject, the written test may be skipped).
- Step 3 - Direct Shortlisting (For Level-13A only): Associate Professor candidates bypass the written test and are directly shortlisted based on Video Presentations, Research Skill assessments, and PPT presentations.
- Step 4 - Document Verification: Checking original certificates for age, qualification, and category (e.g., NCL-OBC must be issued on or after 01.04.2026).
- Step 5 - Face-to-Face Interview: Final evaluation for all shortlisted candidates.
6. Step-by-Step Online Application Protocol
The application requires both an online submission through the CU Chayan Portal and the dispatch of a signed hard copy.
- Online Portal: Access the official CU Chayan Portal at curec.samarth.ac.in.
- Registration: Create an account to generate your unique registration number.
- Form Filling: Select the post and subject you are applying for and meticulously fill in the form. No correction window will be provided post-submission.
- Uploads: Upload high-quality scanned copies of your photograph, signature, educational certificates, and valid category certificates (OBC-NCL issued after 01.04.2026).
- Payment: Pay the prescribed application fee online.
- Hard Copy Dispatch: Print the submitted application form and the fee receipt. Sign the form, attach self-attested copies of all documents, and place them in a secure envelope. Superscribe the envelope with the "Advertisement Number and Post/Subject Applied For".
- Send By Post: Dispatch the envelope by Registered Post / Speed Post to reach the following address within 15 days from the online closing date:
The Registrar,
Central Sanskrit University,
56-57, Institutional Area, Janakpuri,
New Delhi - 110058
7. Important Links & Application Form
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This career tracking sheet is developed for educational reference based on Advertisement No. 04/2026 released by the Central Sanskrit University (CSU), Delhi. Candidates are strongly instructed to visit www.sanskrit.nic.in to download the complete Annexure-I, verify subject-wise detailed eligibility constraints, and check UGC regulations before submitting their online applications and dispatching hard copies.
