Nalanda University has released the advertisement for Faculty Recruitment 2026 for the posts of Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor across six Schools/Departments. As per the vacancy details, a total of 19 Teaching Positions are available. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website nalandauniv.edu.in. Candidates are required to submit a separate application form for each post.
Application Fee
| Application Fee | Rs. 500/- per position |
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Pay Scale
| Professor | USD 30,000 - 45,000 per annum |
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| Associate Professor | USD 20,000 - 35,000 per annum |
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| Assistant Professor | USD 15,000 - 25,000 per annum |
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Nalanda University Faculty Recruitment 2026: School / Department-wise Vacancy Details
| School / Department | Professor | Associate Professor | Assistant Professor | Total |
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| Buddhist Studies | - | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Hindu Studies | - | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Philosophy | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Sanskrit | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Data Science and AI | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Science, Technology & Policy Studies | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| TOTAL | 4 | 6 | 9 | 19 |
Professor Eligibility / Qualification
| Criteria | Requirements |
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| Academic Record | Outstanding academic record preferably with 60% marks or equivalent grade at Master’s level; preferably with international teaching experience. |
| Educational Qualification | Ph.D. or post-doctoral research in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline. |
| Teaching Experience | 3 to 7 years as Associate Professor or equivalent position with substantive experience of guiding doctoral and post-doctoral research. |
| Research & Publications | Actively engaged in research with evidence of published work; preferably 10 publications as books and/or research/policy papers in peer-reviewed journals of national and international repute. |
| Desirable | Evidence of Innovative Courses/Teaching Plan/Research. |
Associate Professor Eligibility / Qualification
| Criteria | Requirements |
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| Academic Record | Brilliant academic record preferably with 60% marks or equivalent grade at Master’s level; preferably with international teaching experience. |
| Educational Qualification | Ph.D. or post-doctoral research in the allied/relevant discipline. |
| Teaching Experience | Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in teaching and research at national and international level with substantive experience of guiding doctoral research. |
| Research & Publications | Actively engaged in research with evidence of published work; preferably 8 publications as books and/or research/policy papers in peer-reviewed journals of national and international repute. |
| Desirable | Evidence of Innovative Courses/Teaching Plan/Research. |
Assistant Professor Eligibility / Qualification
| Criteria | Requirements |
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| Academic Record | Good academic record with minimum 60% marks or equivalent grade at Master’s level in a relevant subject from an Indian or foreign University. |
| Educational Qualification | Ph.D. or post-doctoral research in the allied/relevant discipline. |
| Research & Publications | Actively engaged in research with evidence of published work; minimum 3 to 5 publications as books and/or research/policy papers in peer-reviewed journals of national and international repute. |
| Desirable | Evidence of Innovative Courses/Teaching Plan/Research. |
How to Apply Online for Nalanda University Faculty Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Nalanda University website - www.nalandauniv.edu.in.
- Read the detailed advertisement and eligibility criteria carefully.
- Create a Gmail account if you do not have one, as the application is based on Google Form.
- Log in to your Gmail account and open the application link: https://forms.gle/H9iw87sWHXew7fq67.
- Fill in all required details in the Google Form accurately.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 500/- per position online to the University’s bank account.
- Note down the UTR Number/Transaction Reference Number and mention it in the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photograph and signature, certificates and mark sheets of all examinations including research degrees, proof of teaching/research/professional experience, and copies of published research papers and other academic contributions.
- Submit the Google Form and save the Form Response Receipt.
- Forward the Form Response Receipt along with enclosures of CV and scanned copies of all relevant documents to [email protected].
- Candidates must submit a separate Application Form for each post they are applying for.
- No hard copy is required. All submissions are through email only.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
