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Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Maidan Garhi, New Delhi has released Advertisement No. 01/2026/ACD dated 19 September 2026 for direct recruitment to teaching positions of Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in various Schools of Studies. The recruitment includes 42 vacancies. Online applications open on 20 September 2026 and the last date is 20 October 2026 or 30 days from Employment News publication, whichever is later. Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Maidan Garhi, New Delhi has released Advertisement No. 01/2026/ACD dated...
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IGNOU Teaching Recruitment 2026
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Maidan Garhi, New Delhi has invited online applications for direct recruitment to teaching positions in various Schools of Studies. The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. 01/2026/ACD dated 19 September 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Professor | As per official vacancy table |
| Associate Professor | As per official vacancy table |
| Assistant Professor | As per official vacancy table |
| Total Advertised Vacancies | 42 |
The recruitment covers various Schools of Studies and also includes backlog vacancies of SC, ST and OBC categories advertised in previous years. Candidates should check the official vacancy table for the exact School, subject, post and category.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 20 October 2026 or 30 days from Employment News publication, whichever is later |
| Last Date for Hard Copy | 30 October 2026 |
Professor Eligibility
- Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
- High-quality published research work and active research engagement.
- Minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals as prescribed.
- Research score of 120 as per applicable UGC criteria.
- Minimum 10 years of teaching and/or research experience at the prescribed level.
- Evidence of successfully guiding doctoral candidates as prescribed.
Associate Professor Eligibility
- Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
- Masters degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade.
- Minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience at the prescribed level.
- Minimum 7 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals.
- Research score of 75 as per applicable UGC criteria.
Assistant Professor Eligibility
- Masters degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade in the concerned/relevant/allied subject.
- UGC/CSIR NET qualification or qualifying Ph.D. as permitted under applicable UGC regulations.
- NET is not required for subjects/programmes for which UGC/CSIR does not conduct NET.
- Applicable exemptions for qualifying Ph.D. candidates will be governed by UGC regulations.
Pay Scale
| Post | Academic Pay Level | Pay Range |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | Academic Level 10 | ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 |
| Associate Professor | Academic Level 13A | ₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100 |
| Professor | Academic Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 |
Important Reservation Information
Reservation benefits for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD categories will be applicable according to Government of India rules. Applicants claiming reservation must upload the required supporting documents. OBC (NCL) candidates must have the certificate prescribed by IGNOU for the relevant financial year and Central Government employment.
Important Information for Earlier Applicants
Candidates who had previously applied for unfilled teaching positions under Advertisement No. 02/2022/ACD or Advertisement No. 02/2023/ACD are required to apply afresh with updated information. Such candidates may be exempted from payment of the application fee subject to submission of proof of earlier fee payment.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IGNOU website.
- Open Advertisement No. 01/2026/ACD for Teaching Positions.
- Read the detailed advertisement and post-specific eligibility documents.
- Complete the online application from 20 September 2026.
- Upload academic, experience and category documents as applicable.
- Submit the online application by the prescribed closing date.
- Take a printout of the submitted application.
- Send the signed hard copy with self-attested supporting documents to the Director, Academic Coordination Division, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068.
- Ensure that the hard copy reaches IGNOU by 30 October 2026.
Official Government Reference
Conclusion
IGNOU Teaching Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 01/2026/ACD provides teaching opportunities for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor positions across various Schools of Studies. Candidates should verify their subject-specific eligibility from the official documents and complete both the online and hard-copy submission within the prescribed dates.