Central University of Kerala (CUK) Recruitment 2026: 48 Teaching Posts Notification Released

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for Central University of Kerala Recruitment 2026

• The recruitment is divided into two notifications: Non-ITEP (30 posts) and ITEP (18 posts).

Non-ITEP Teaching Posts (30 Vacancies)

ITEP Teaching Posts (18 Vacancies)

Eligibility Criteria for CUK Teaching Recruitment 2026

• Eligibility is reckoned as on 10 July 2026. Qualifications are as per UGC Regulations 2018 and NCTE Regulations 2014.

Essential Qualifications

• Professor (Non-ITEP): Master's degree with 55% marks + Ph.D. + 10 years teaching/research experience + publications as per UGC norms.
• Associate Professor: Master's degree with 55% marks + Ph.D. + 8 years experience + publications.
• Assistant Professor (Non-ITEP): Master's degree with 55% marks + NET/SET/Ph.D. as per UGC norms.
• ITEP Associate Professor: Master's in Sciences/Math (55%) + M.Ed (55%) + Ph.D. in Education + 8 years experience.
• ITEP Assistant Professor: Post-Graduate in concerned subject (55%) + B.Ed (55%) + NET/SET/Ph.D.

Central University of Kerala Salary / Pay Scale 2026

• Pay scales are fixed as per UGC/Government of India norms under the 7th CPC.

How to Apply for Central University of Kerala Vacancy 2026

• Follow these steps to apply online for CUK Teaching Recruitment 2026:
• Visit the official application portal: https://curec.samarth.ac.in (CU Chayan Portal).
• Register and fill the online application form for the specific post.
• Upload required documents: Educational certificates, experience certificates, category certificates, PwBD certificate (if applicable).
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 2,000/- (exempted for Women/SC/ST/PwBD) via Credit Card, Debit Card, NEFT, or Net Banking.
• Submit the online application before 10 July 2026 (11:59 PM).
• Print the application form and attach self-attested copies of all documents.
• Superscribe the envelope: "Name of Candidate | Online Registration No | Notification No | Post Applied for".
• Send the hard copy via post/courier to: The Recruitment Cell, Central University of Kerala, Tejaswini Hills, Periye, Kasaragod, Kerala – 671325 to reach by 25 July 2026 (5:00 PM).

• https://curec.samarth.ac.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Selection Process for CUK Recruitment 2026

• The selection process involves:
• Scrutiny of Applications: Online applications are checked against eligibility criteria.
• Shortlisting: Based on qualifications and experience (university may restrict to higher thresholds).
• Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates are notified via email.
• Document Verification: At the time of interview.
• Medical Fitness: Certificate from university-specified medical board (if selected).
• Travel Allowance: SC/ST/PwBD outstation candidates (residing beyond 30 km) will be reimbursed single second-class railway fare for interview.

2. How many vacancies are available in CUK Teaching Recruitment 2026?

• There are 48 total vacancies: 30 for Non-ITEP posts and 18 for ITEP posts.

3. What is the application fee for CUK Recruitment?

• The application fee is Rs. 2,000/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Women, SC/ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted.

5. What are the essential qualifications for Assistant Professor in ITEP?

• Post-Graduate in the concerned subject (55% marks), B.Ed (55% marks), and NET/SET/Ph.D. as per UGC norms.

8. What documents are required for the hard copy application?

• Self-attested copies of online application, educational certificates, experience certificates, category certificates, and transaction receipt (if fee paid).