IGNOU Teaching Recruitment 2026 for 43 Professors and Lecturers
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Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) invites applications for 43 teaching positions including Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor in 14 Schools of Studies. Apply online from 20 September 2026; the last date is 20 October 2026 with postal submission by 30 October 2026.
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IGNOU Teaching Recruitment 2026 for 43 Professors and Lecturers – Overview
Candidates interested in these teaching roles must hold a Ph.D. in the relevant or allied discipline. For Professors, a minimum of 10 years teaching or research experience along with a strong research publication record and a total research score of 120 as per UGC regulations is required. Associate and Assistant Professor candidates should meet similar academic qualifications and experience criteria as detailed in the official eligibility guidelines. There is also a provision for outstanding professionals from industry with a Ph.D. and significant contributions in their field, provided they have at least 10 years’ experience. Age limits and fee details are not specified in this notification.
Q: What is the last date to apply for IGNOU teaching posts in 2026?
The online application portal closes on 20 October 2026. Candidates must also send the printed application with documents by post by 30 October 2026.
Q: How many teaching vacancies are there in the IGNOU 2026 recruitment?
There are 43 vacancies for teaching positions including Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across 14 Schools of Studies.
Q: What qualifications are required for the Professor positions at IGNOU?
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, at least 10 years of teaching or research experience, a minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed journals, and a total research score of 120 according to UGC regulations.
Q: Where can I apply for the IGNOU teaching jobs?
Applications must be submitted online at https://cuignourec.samarth.edu.in/. After applying online, you must send the printout of the application with self-attested documents to IGNOU’s Academic Coordination Division office.
Q: Is there an application fee for the IGNOU teaching recruitment 2026?
The notification does not specify any application fee for these posts.
Q: What is the pay scale for the teaching posts at IGNOU?
Professors are paid ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200 (Level 14), Associate Professors ₹1,31,400 to ₹2,17,100 (Level 13A), and Assistant Professors ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 (Level 10) as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Q: How will the selection be carried out for IGNOU teaching positions?
Selection will be through direct recruitment involving screening of applications followed by interviews conducted by Selection Committees constituted for the purpose.
Q: Can candidates with disabilities apply for these teaching posts?
Yes, there are reserved posts for persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) as per the notification, distributed among Professors, Associate Professors, and Assistant Professors.