Presidency University Kolkata Professor Recruitment 2026 – 44 Vacancies Across 15 Departments, Apply by 1 July

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• Updated June 10, 2026 03:28 PM
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• Applications closed on 01 July 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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• Presidency University, Kolkata has released Advertisement No. PU_RECR_AP_29-26 dated 03 June 2026, inviting online applications for the post of Professor across 15 departments and institutes. A total of 44 vacancies are notified covering Science, Humanities, Social Science, and Health Sciences disciplines. The last date to apply online is 01 July 2026 by 5:30 PM. All applications must be submitted through the Presidency University official website. Candidates who had applied against earlier advertisements must re-apply.

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Presidency University Professor Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

• Candidates must note the critical dates for Presidency University Professor Recruitment 2026. The application window is tight - the notification was issued on 03 June 2026 and the last date to apply online is 01 July 2026 at 5:30 PM. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.

Vacancy Details – Department-wise Breakdown

• Presidency University has notified Professor vacancies across 15 departments and institutes spanning Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Health Sciences. The vacancy count and category-wise distribution for each department are as follows.
• The Life Sciences department has the highest number of vacancies at 8, followed by Economics and Geology with 5 each. Reservation norms applicable are those prescribed by the State Government of West Bengal, as amended from time to time. OBC certificates must be issued or revalidated not before 18 May 2026 to be valid for this recruitment.

Presidency University Professor Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

• The eligibility for the post of Professor at Presidency University follows UGC-aligned norms and must be satisfied under one of two defined pathways - academic route (a) or professional/industry route (b). All essential qualifications must have been obtained from a recognized University or Institute affiliated to UGC or other statutory apex bodies, or recognized by the State or Central Government as a centre of higher learning.

Other Important Notes on Eligibility

• Time spent acquiring M.Phil and/or Ph.D. degrees shall not be counted or claimed as teaching or research experience for appointment to the post of Professor.
• For foreign university degrees, the degree must be recognized as equivalent to its Indian counterpart by the Association of Indian Universities.
• Proficiency in English - the medium of instruction at Presidency University - is required for all posts.
• Candidates already in employment must apply through proper channel and must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to appear before the Selection Committee.

Salary / Pay Scale

• The pay scale for the post of Professor at Presidency University, Kolkata is fixed under Academic Level 14 as per the applicable pay matrix. Other allowances are as per State Government Orders. The pay structure is as follows.
• In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be entitled to other admissible allowances as per State Government orders in force. Appointments will be made on probation for a period of one year, which may be waived or extended in exceptional cases. The University's rules framed and amended from time to time will govern the probation terms. During or at the end of the probationary period, the services of the incumbent may be terminated without assigning any reasons.

Selection Process

• Presidency University has not specified a written examination for Professor posts. Selection is based on academic credentials, research experience, and performance in a personal interview before the Selection Committee. The overall procedure is designed to be transparent and objective, with a scoring system based on weightage given to different dimensions of the candidate's performance.
• Application Screening: The respective screening committee of the University will shortlist candidates based on qualifications, experience, and other credentials. Meeting minimum eligibility does not guarantee a call for interview.
• Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview before the Selection Committee. All shortlisted candidates must be physically present before the Selection Committee on the day of interview - no exceptions.
• Document Verification: Photocopies of all testimonials and certificates must be submitted at the time of interview. Originals must also be brought for verification.
• The number of candidates called for interview will be decided by the respective screening committee. Candidates will be communicated interview details to their registered postal and email addresses. The University reserves the right to keep all or some vacancies unfilled if circumstances warrant, and the selection of advertised posts need not be confined only to formal applicants.

How to Apply

• All applications for Presidency University Professor Recruitment 2026 must be submitted online through the University's official website. Offline or postal applications will not be considered. Candidates who applied against any earlier Presidency University advertisement for this post must re-apply afresh under Advertisement No. PU_RECR_AP_29-26.
• Visit the official Presidency University website at https://www.presiuniv.ac.in/web/webannoncement030620261.php and click on the "Apply Online" link.
• Register with a valid email address and mobile number. Note your login credentials immediately.
• Fill in the online application form with correct personal, educational, and experience details.
• Upload all required documents as specified in the application form.
• Submit the online application before 01 July 2026 by 5:30 PM. Applications submitted after this time will not be accepted.
• Candidates in employment must ensure their application is routed through the proper channel and arrange for an NOC before appearing before the Selection Committee.
• Take a printout of the submitted application form for your records. At the time of interview (if shortlisted), photocopies of all testimonials and certificates must be submitted, and originals must be brought for verification.

Document Requirements

• While specific documents to be uploaded during the online application are not separately listed in the notification, candidates should have the following ready at the time of interview if shortlisted. All documents must be self-attested copies, with originals available for verification.
• Ph.D. degree certificate from a recognized University/Institute
• Master's degree and Graduate degree mark sheets and certificates
• Research publications list with evidence of publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals
• Research score calculation as per Appendix I, Table 1 of the notification
• Evidence of successful guidance of doctoral candidates
• Teaching/research experience certificates from all previous and current employers
• SC/ST/OBC/PH category certificate issued by the competent authority of the Government of West Bengal (OBC certificates must be issued/revalidated not before 18 May 2026)
• No Objection Certificate from current employer (for candidates in employment)

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Q2. How many vacancies are available in Presidency University Professor Recruitment 2026?

• A total of 44 Professor vacancies have been notified across 15 departments and institutes, including Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Life Sciences, Bengali, English, Hindi, Political Science, History, Philosophy, Sociology, and the Institute of Health Sciences.

Q3. What is the eligibility for Professor posts at Presidency University Kolkata?

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in the concerned/allied discipline and satisfy one of two routes: (a) an eminent scholar with at least 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals, a research score of 120, and 10 years of teaching/research experience with evidence of doctoral guidance; OR (b) an outstanding professional from industry/academia with 10 years of experience and significant documented contribution to the field.

Q4. Is there any application fee for Presidency University Professor Recruitment 2026?

• The notification does not mention any application fee for this recruitment. Candidates should verify on the application portal at the time of filling the form.

Q5. What is the salary for the Professor post at Presidency University, Kolkata?

• The pay scale for the Professor post is Rs. 1,44,200/– to Rs. 2,18,200/- under Academic Level 14, along with other admissible allowances as per West Bengal State Government orders.

Q6. What is the selection process for Presidency University Professor Recruitment 2026?

• Selection is based on shortlisting of applications by the respective screening committee, followed by a personal interview before the Selection Committee. There is no written examination. All shortlisted candidates must physically appear before the Selection Committee on the day of interview without exception.