Cluster University of Srinagar (CUS) has released a recruitment notification for 22 academic posts: 14 Associate Professor positions and 8 Professor positions across multiple disciplines. Eligible candidates can apply online from 01 November 2026 to 21 November 2026, followed by hard copy submission by 27 November 2026.
Overview
The Cluster University of Srinagar is inviting applications for Associate Professor and Professor vacancies under Advertisement No. 07-CUS OF 2026, dated 28 October 2026. This is a significant recruitment drive offering positions in science, commerce, humanities, and technology disciplines. Selected candidates will be appointed on academic scales as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 28 October 2026 |
| Online application window opens | 01 November 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 21 November 2026 (23:55) |
| Last date for hard copy submission | 27 November 2026 (16:30) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR/OM) | ₹2,000 |
| Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/RBA/LAC/IB) | ₹1,500 |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment spans 22 posts across various academic departments. Below is the complete vacancy breakdown:
| Department | Post | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | Associate Professor | UR/OM | 1 |
| Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | Professor | UR/OM | 1 |
| Biochemistry | Associate Professor | SC | 1 |
| Botany | Associate Professor | UR/OM | 1 |
| Botany | Professor | SC | 1 |
| Chemistry | Associate Professor | ST-1 | 1 |
| Chemistry | Professor | UR/OM | 1 |
| Commerce | Associate Professor | ST-2 | 1 |
| Computer Applications | Associate Professor | UR/OM | 1 |
| Data Science | Associate Professor | RBA | 1 |
| Data Science | Professor | ST-1 | 1 |
| Economics | Associate Professor | OBC | 1 |
| Education | Associate Professor | EWS/UR | 1 |
| English | Professor | ST-2 | 1 |
| Environmental Sciences | Associate Professor | UR/OM | 1 |
| Environmental Sciences | Professor | UR/OM | 1 |
| Geography | Associate Professor | UR/OM | 1 |
| History | Associate Professor | LAC/IB | 1 |
| Information Technology | Associate Professor | UR/OM | 1 |
| Political Science | Professor | RBA | 1 |
| Zoology | Associate Professor | ST-1 | 1 |
| Zoology | Professor | OBC | 1 |
Eligibility
See the official notification for detailed eligibility criteria, including required qualifications, teaching experience, research publications, and category-specific requirements for each post.
How to Apply
- Visit the CUS online application portal
- Register or log in to your account
- Fill the online application form with all required information
- Upload all supporting documents as per the notification guidelines
- Submit the online application before 21 November 2026 at 23:55
- Print the submitted application form
- Send the hard copy along with supporting documents to the university address by 27 November 2026 at 16:30 via Speed Post, Registered Post, or submit in person
Salary
Associate Professor: Academic Level 13A (7th CPC) with basic pay ranging from ₹1,31,400 to ₹2,17,100, plus admissible allowances.
Professor: Academic Level 14 (7th CPC) with basic pay ranging from ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200, plus admissible allowances.
Important Links
- CUS online application portal
- Official notification PDF (Advertisement No. 07-CUS OF 2026)
- CUS jobs notifications page
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply online?
A: The last date for online application submission is 21 November 2026 at 23:55.
Q: What is the application fee?
A: The application fee is ₹2,000 for General (UR/OM) candidates and ₹1,500 for Reserved Categories candidates.
Q: How many total posts are available?
A: Cluster University of Srinagar has 22 posts available: 14 Associate Professor positions and 8 Professor positions across various departments.
Q: When does the online application window open?
A: Online applications will be available from 01 November 2026 on the university website.
Q: What is the salary for these positions?
A: Associate Professors receive Academic Level 13A pay (₹1,31,400 to ₹2,17,100) and Professors receive Academic Level 14 pay (₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200), plus admissible allowances as per 7th CPC.
Q: Is hard copy submission mandatory?
A: Yes, a hard copy of the online application must be submitted either in person or by Speed Post/Registered Post by 27 November 2026 at 16:30.
Candidates must verify all details on the official Cluster University of Srinagar website before applying.