Job Description

Organization Profile

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) is a government-owned autonomous university located in Kochi, Kerala. Established in 1971, the university focuses on science and technology education and research. It has two campuses – one in Kochi and another in Kuttanad, Alappuzha.

Job Title

Assistant Professor

Employment Type

Contract

Departments Hiring

  • Mathematics
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Computer Applications
  • Computer Science & Engineering
Various Assistant Professor Openings at CUSAT Kochi

Qualification and Experience

As prescribed by UGC (for Mathematics & Chemistry)

  • Master’s degree with 55% marks in relevant subject.
  • Must have cleared NET/SET/SLET or hold a Ph.D. degree as per UGC regulations.
  • Ph.D. candidates exempted from NET/SET/SLET must meet specific conditions including thesis evaluation, publications, and viva requirements.
  • Ph.D. obtained from a top 500 global university (QS, THE, ARWU) also accepted.

As prescribed by AICTE (for Civil, Mechanical & Computer Science & Engineering)

  • B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. or Integrated M.Tech. in relevant branch with First Class.
  • For CSE, candidates with the following combinations may apply:
    • B.Tech (CS) + M.Tech (IT)
    • B.Tech (CS) + M.Tech (CS)
    • B.Tech (IT) + M.Tech (CS)
    • B.Tech (IT) + M.Tech (IT)

As prescribed by AICTE (for Computer Applications)

  • B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. in relevant branch with First Class.
    OR
  • B.E./B.Tech. and MCA with First Class in one of the two degrees.
    OR
  • Graduation (3 years) with Mathematics + MCA with First Class and 2 years of relevant experience.

Consolidated Salary (per month)

  • Ph.D. holders: ₹42,000
  • Others: ₹40,000

Job Location

Kochi, Kerala

Application Mode

Online and Postal

Important Dates

  • Last Date to Apply Online: 26th September 2025
  • Last Date to Receive Hard Copy: 3rd October 2025

How to Apply

Candidates must follow the below process:

  • Apply online via the official recruitment portal: http://recruit.cusat.ac.in
  • Submit the application on or before 26.09.2025.
  • Send the signed hard copy of the application along with the required documents to the postal address given below. Documents include:
    • Proof of age
    • Qualification certificates and mark sheets
    • Specialization details
    • Proof of UGC-approved/peer-reviewed journals
    • Experience certificates
    • Awards and recognitions (if any)
    • Proof of CGPA to percentage conversion
    • UGC-NET or other qualification certificates
    • Reservation category certificates (if applicable)
  • Ensure the hard copy reaches the university by 03.10.2025.
  • Late or defective applications will not be accepted.

Postal Address:

The Registrar
Cochin University of Science & Technology
Kochi – 682022

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