Assam University Recruitment 2026: Guest Faculty & JRF Walk-in Opportunities

Assam University Recruitment 2026 offers short-term yet academically significant opportunities for candidates aiming to build careers in teaching and research within a central university system. The recruitment includes Guest Faculty positions in Hindi and a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) role under a funded research project.

This notification is particularly relevant for candidates pursuing Assam career pathways in higher education, research, and academic institutions, especially those looking for walk-in opportunities without long online application cycles.

Summary of Key Details

This article helps candidates clearly understand eligibility, suitability, and career value of these roles before attending the walk-in interview.

About Assam University

Assam University, Silchar is a Central University established under the Assam University Act, 1989, funded by the Government of India. The institution plays a vital role in higher education, research, and regional academic development in Northeast India.

The university regularly engages Guest Faculty and Research Fellows to strengthen teaching delivery and project-based research. Such engagements provide practical exposure to university teaching standards, funded research environments, and academic networking, which are critical for long-term careers in academia.

For aspirants preparing for Assam competitive exams or permanent faculty recruitment, experience at Assam University adds measurable academic credibility.

Vacancy Details

Pay Scale / Remuneration

Guest Faculty (Hindi)

• ₹1,500 per lecture
• Maximum ceiling: ₹50,000 per month

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Remuneration: As per Government of India rules

For readers seeking clarity on how government remuneration structures work, this guide explains how basic pay translates into in-hand salary under government norms:
👉 https://www.assam247.com/articles/7th-pay-commission-pay-levels-decoded-from-pay-matrix-to-your-in-hand-salary/

Eligibility Criteria

Guest Faculty (Hindi)

Educational Qualification (Option A or B):

A.

• Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks in Hindi or relevant subject
• Must have NET / SLET / SET qualification, OR
• Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016 (NET exemption applicable)

OR

B.

• Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked within the top 500 globally (QS / THE / ARWU rankings)

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• M.Sc. in Microbiology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or relevant discipline
• NET or GATE qualified candidates will be given preference
• Desirable knowledge in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, and Microbiology

Who Should Apply?

Guest Faculty Role

• Postgraduate and Ph.D. holders aiming for teaching careers in central/state universities
• Candidates preparing for Assistant Professor recruitment
• Academics seeking classroom teaching experience and academic exposure

JRF Role

• Science postgraduates targeting research careers, Ph.D. admissions, or funded projects
• Candidates interested in public health, diagnostics, and applied research
• Aspirants building profiles for CSIR/ICMR/DBT research pathways
• These roles are suitable for serious aspirants shaping long-term Assam career paths in education and research, not casual applicants.

Selection Process

Mode of Selection

• Walk-in Interview only
• No written test or online application as per the official notification

Interview Dates & Venue

Guest Faculty (Hindi):
📅 13 January 2026, 11:30 AM
📍 Office of the Head, Department of Hindi, Assam University, Silchar

Junior Research Fellow (JRF):
📅 12 January 2026
📍 Department of Microbiology, Assam University, Silchar – 788011

Candidates should carry biodata, original certificates, and self-attested copies of all relevant documents.

To prepare effectively, this article explains common interview questions and structured answering techniques:
👉 https://www.assam247.com/articles/most-common-5-interview-questions-and-best-way-to-answer-them/

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Helpful Resources for Aspirants (Internal Links)

• Assam govt jobs & academic roles: https://www.assam247.com/all_jobs
• Competitive exams & eligibility guidance: https://www.assam247.com/all_exams
• MCQ & subject practice: https://www.assam247.com/mcq
• Knowledge enrichment articles: https://www.assam247.com/knowledge-enhancement
• Government job categories explained:
  https://www.assam247.com/articles/group-a-b-c-d-government-jobs-explained-eligibility-salary-roles/