Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), Maharashtra has announced a recruitment notification for the post of Director, International Centre. This is a full-time position offering a competitive academic salary package and excellent professional development opportunities at a premier university.
Overview
SPPU invites applications for 1 Director, International Centre position (Advertisement No. 23). The role is located at the university's International Centre in Pune and offers Academic Level 14 remuneration with standard university benefits. Online applications are invited from 3 to 17 November 2026. Both online and printed submissions are required as per the official notification guidelines.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 3 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 3 November 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 17 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Printed Application (up to 6:00 PM) | 17 November 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (Open) | ₹400 |
| Backward Classes / Economically Weaker Sections / Orphans / Divyang | ₹200 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Positions | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Director, International Centre | 1 | Ph.D. with 15+ years teaching/research experience. Either (A) eminent scholar with 10+ peer-reviewed publications, research score 120, and doctoral guidance, OR (B) outstanding professional with Ph.D. and 15 years experience |
Eligibility
Candidates must possess qualifications and experience equivalent to a Professor in the relevant discipline. Essential requirements include a Ph.D. degree and a minimum of 15 years of aggregate teaching or research experience.
Candidates may qualify through either of these pathways:
- Eminent Scholar Track: Ph.D. with at least 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals, a research score of 120, 15 years of teaching/research experience, and experience in doctoral guidance.
- Outstanding Professional Track: Ph.D. with 15 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
For detailed eligibility criteria and any relaxation provisions, candidates must refer to the official notification PDF.
How to Apply
- Visit the SPPU official recruitment portal.
- Register on the online application system and log in with your credentials.
- Carefully fill in all sections of the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional information.
- Upload all required supporting documents, including qualifications, research publications, certificates, and other enclosures as specified in the notification.
- Pay the applicable application fee online (₹400 for unreserved; ₹200 for BC/EWS/Orphans/Divyang candidates).
- Submit the online application before the deadline of 17 November 2026.
- Print the application confirmation receipt and retain it for your records.
- Submit a printed copy of the application along with all original enclosures to the designated address by 17 November 2026, up to 6:00 PM.
Salary
The position is placed at Academic Level 14 on the SPPU pay scale. The salary structure is as follows:
- Basic Pay Range: ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200
- Entry Pay: ₹1,44,200
- Additional Benefits: Standard allowances and benefits as per SPPU rules and regulations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to submit applications?
A: The online application deadline is 17 November 2026. Printed applications with enclosures must also be submitted by the same date, up to 6:00 PM.
Q: What application fee must I pay?
A: Unreserved candidates pay ₹400. Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, Orphans, and Divyang candidates pay ₹200.
Q: What qualifications and experience are required?
A: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and have 15+ years of teaching or research experience. You must qualify through either the eminent scholar track (with 10+ peer-reviewed publications and research score 120) or the outstanding professional track (with 15 years' relevant experience).
Q: What is the salary for this position?
A: The salary is placed at Academic Level 14 (₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200), with entry pay of ₹1,44,200 and standard university allowances.
Q: How many positions are available?
A: Only 1 position is available for the Director, International Centre post.
Disclaimer: Candidates must verify all details, including dates, eligibility criteria, fee, and instructions, on the official SPPU notification and website before submitting an application.