SGOU Head of School Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

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• Updated October 24, 2026 04:15 PM
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• Applications closed on 11 November 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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Essential Qualifications (Academic)

• A Master's degree in Computer and information science including Library science Programmes with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) OR, for the technical/engineering stream, a First Class M.E. / M.Tech. and B.E. / B.Tech./M.Sc(CS)/M.Sc(IT), in the relevant branch, as applicable, from an Indian University or an equivalent accredited institution.
• An eminent scholar holding a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Science & Engineering, IT, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Library Science, Information & Communication Technology, Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning, Data Science or an allied computing / digital-technologies disciplines, with a strong record of high-quality publications in reputed peer-reviewed journals (SCI/Scopus/ UGC-CARE) and / or top-tier conferences.
• The appointment is made on a deputation basis from teachers not below the rank of Associate Professor in Govt. Colleges/Aided Colleges/ Universities/ Government Institutions under the applicable UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications and Sreenarayanaguru Open University Act 2021 & Statutes. Associate professors will only be considered in the absence of professors.

Age Limit

• The age shall ordinarily not exceed 52 years as on 01/01/2026 with relaxation up to 56 years in the case of those in University Service. Those who have a minimum of four years of service remaining in their parent department are also eligible to apply for the post.

How to Apply for SOU Head of School

• Visit the official website of Sreenarayanaguru Open University at https://sgou.ac.in/ to submit online applications.
• Remit the registration fee online through the submission portal. General Category candidates must remit Rs. 1500/-, and SC/ST DA candidates must remit Rs. 750/- (Account No. 3614010035599, IFSC- UBIN0536148, Branch - Union Bank, Kollam -1).
• Submit the online application and obtain a copy of the fee receipt.
• Send the hard copy of the duly submitted online application along with true copies of all certificates and documents (self-attested) in proof of age, qualification, experience, research, community, reservation, and other claims, including a No Objection Certificate from the employer.
• Ensure the hard copy reaches the office of the Registrar, Sreenarayanaguru Open University, Kureepuzha, Kollam. 691601 on or before 5 PM on 18/11/2026.

Selection Process

• The selection committee shall be constituted as per the applicable UGC Regulations and University Statutes. Mere fulfilment of minimum qualifications does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview or to be selected.

Important Instructions

• Applicant should be a citizen of India.
• All qualifications and experience must be from institutions recognised by the UGC and relevant statutory bodies. Equivalency certificates are required for degrees obtained from institutions other than State/Central Universities/National Institutes in Kerala.
• Prescribed percentages of marks shall be calculated as the aggregate of all years/semesters, and grade-to-percentage conversion must be certified by the awarding institution.
• Those who have applied in response to the earlier notification (RECN/104/2026 dated 12/10/2026) need to submit a fresh application in response to this addendum notification.
• In-service candidates must obtain a No Objection Certificate from the employer, a copy of which must be enclosed with the hard copy of the application.
• Canvassing in any form or bringing external influence will render a candidate liable to disqualification.
• Defective or late applications will be summarily rejected.

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Q2. How many vacancies are available for the SOU Head of School post?

• There is a total of 1 vacancy [01] available for the post.

Q5. What is the upper age limit for the SOU Head of School post?

• The age shall ordinarily not exceed 52 years as on 01/01/2026, with relaxation up to 56 years for those in University Service.

Q6. What is the application fee for General Category candidates?

• The registration fee for General Category candidates is Rs. 1500/-.

Q7. What is the application fee for SC/ST DA candidates?

• The registration fee for SC/ST DA candidates is Rs. 750/-.