Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026: 8 Professor Posts – Best Guide

Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026 has opened 8 teaching vacancies for Professor and Associate Professor posts under the Phase II backlog drive. The notification was issued on 13 October 2026, and candidates can apply online through the CU Chayan (Samarth) portal until 15 November 2026. A signed hard copy must reach the university by 30 November 2026.

These are reserved backlog posts for SC, ST, OBC and PwBD candidates. This guide explains the department-wise vacancies, eligibility, fee and the step-by-step application process for the CUK faculty recruitment.

Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026 – Overview

CUK Professor and Associate Professor Vacancies 2026

The Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026 covers four Professor and four Associate Professor posts in these departments.

Professor (4 posts)

Associate Professor (4 posts)

Eligibility for Central University of Kerala Faculty Posts

Read these conditions carefully before you apply for the Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026.

• Qualifications follow the UGC Regulations 2018 and later amendments for Professor and Associate Professor posts, including PhD, teaching or research experience and publications.
• Subject-specific requirements are given in the detailed notice for each department.
• PwBD applicants must have at least 40% disability as per the relevant certificate.
• Candidates with foreign degrees need an AIU equivalence certificate if called for interview.

Pay will be fixed as per Government of India / UGC rules applicable to central universities.

Application Fee

The fee for the Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026 depends on your category:

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹2,000
• Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates: No fee

How to Apply for Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026

1. Read the detailed notification on cukerala.ac.in (Recruitment section).
2. Register on the CU Chayan portal at curec.samarth.ac.in.
3. Choose the advertisement and the post and department you are applying for.
4. Fill in academic, research and teaching details. Upload the documents asked for, such as certificates, caste or disability certificate and publications.
5. Pay the fee (if applicable) and submit before 15 November 2026.
6. Print the submitted form, sign it and send it with self-attested documents so it reaches the Recruitment Cell, Central University of Kerala, by 30 November 2026.

Applications without the required documents, or hard copies received after the deadline, may be rejected.

Why Apply to the Central University of Kerala?

CUK is one of the central universities in South India, with a modern campus at Periye in Kasaragod. Faculty posts here offer central government pay, research funding opportunities and a stable academic career. Backlog recruitment gives reserved-category candidates a dedicated opportunity.

The Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026 is a good chance for eligible reserved-category faculty to join a central university in Kerala.

Selection Process for CUK Faculty Posts

Selection under the Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026 follows UGC rules for teaching posts. In general, the process works like this:

1. Scrutiny: The university checks each application against the minimum qualifications for the post and the reserved category.
2. Screening: Eligible applications are assessed on academic record, research publications, teaching experience and other criteria in the UGC Regulations.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview before a Selection Committee. Interview dates are announced by the university.
4. Final approval: Recommendations of the Selection Committee are placed before the university’s Executive Council.

Documents to Send With the Hard Copy

When you send the printed application for the Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026, attach self-attested copies of the documents asked for in the notice. These usually include:

• Degree certificates and mark lists from graduation to PhD
• NET/SET or equivalent certificate, if applicable
• Experience certificates showing teaching or research service
• Copies of publications listed in the application
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) or disability certificate (PwBD) in the format required by the Government of India
• No Objection Certificate from your present employer, if you are in service

Put the advertisement number and post name on the envelope so it reaches the right section of the Recruitment Cell.

Tips for a Strong CUK Faculty Application

• List publications in a clean format with journal name, year and indexing. Highlight UGC-CARE or Scopus-indexed papers if you have them.
• Match your experience exactly to the requirement of the post. For Professor, count only the experience that UGC rules accept.
• Keep all claims backed by documents. Unsupported claims are not counted in screening.
• Apply early on the Samarth portal to avoid technical problems close to the last date.

Keep checking cukerala.ac.in for interview dates and corrigenda related to the Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026?

Apply online by 15 November 2026. The hard copy must reach the university by 30 November 2026.

How many posts are notified?

Eight: four Professor and four Associate Professor posts.

Is there an application fee?

₹2,000 for General/OBC/EWS. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt.

Are these posts open to all?

No. These are backlog posts reserved for the categories shown in the tables above.

More openings: Kerala University Jobs | Teaching Jobs.

Disclaimer: Kerala Job News is not associated with the Central University of Kerala. This article summarises the recruitment notice for general guidance. Please read the official notification on cukerala.ac.in and confirm eligibility, reservation and dates before applying.