Central Sanskrit University Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 90 Posts

Central Sanskrit University (CSU), Delhi, has announced a recruitment drive for 90 academic and teaching positions under Advertisement No. 04/2026. The openings include Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Director (Physical Education), and Assistant Librarian across its campuses in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Tripura. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the CU Chayan portal from June 10, 2026, until July 10, 2026, followed by physical submission of application hard copies.

• Recruitment Overview
• Is This Job for You?
• Vacancy Details by Role
• Important Dates & Limits
• Salary Structure and Allowances
• Selection Criteria
• Required Documents Checklist
• Application Process Steps
• Frequently Asked Questions

Recruitment Overview

Is This Job for You?

You should consider applying if you hold a postgraduate degree in Sanskrit, Sanskrit literature, Veda, Vyakarana, Jyotisha, or related disciplines, and have cleared UGC-NET/SLET/SET or completed a Ph.D. in line with UGC/NCTE guidelines. This is a central university recruitment that provides stable central government pay scales, academic research opportunities, and career advancement under UGC regulations.

You should skip this if you do not have the required academic specialization in Sanskrit and traditional subjects, lack a valid UGC-NET qualification or PhD, or are unable to send the printout of your application along with supporting physical documents within the post-application deadline.

Vacancy Details by Role

Campuses with active vacancies include Vedvyas Campus (Balahar, HP), Shri Raghunath Kirti Campus (Devprayag, UK), and Ekalavya Campus (Agartala, Tripura).

Important Dates & Limits

Salary Structure and Allowances

The selected teaching faculty and academic staff are eligible for pay scales as per the 7th CPC matrix:

• Associate Professor (Level 13A): ₹1,31,400 to ₹2,17,100 per month (basic pay range)
• Assistant Professor / Assistant Librarian / Assistant Director (Level 10): ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 per month (basic pay range)

In addition to basic pay, standard Central Government allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per classification of cities, and Transport Allowance (TA) will be admissible.

Selection Criteria

The recruitment selection process involves the following stages:

1. Screening & Shortlisting: Review of UGC API scores, academic credentials, teaching experience, and publication records. Shortlisted candidates are selected based on the criteria specified in the CSU Statutes.
2. Written Assessment / Seminar Presentation: Shortlisted candidates may be evaluated through a subject-specific written test, teaching skill demonstration, or seminar presentation (mainly for Assistant Professor level).
3. Personal Interview: Interview before a Selection Committee constituted as per UGC and CSU guidelines. The final merit list is based on interview performance.

Required Documents Checklist

• Printed copy of the submitted online application form
• Birth certificate or Class 10 mark sheet
• Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree certificates and mark sheets
• Ph.D. degree certificate (with compliance certificate under UGC Regulations)
• UGC-NET / SLET / SET qualification certificate
• Experience certificates from previous employers (clearly stating pay scales)
• Reprints of research publications and API calculation sheets (for Associate Professor)
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (if serving in govt/semi-govt)
• Category / Caste Certificate (if seeking reservation/fee concession)

Application Process Steps

1. Go to the CU Chayan Portal at curec.samarth.ac.in or click the links on sanskrit.nic.in.
2. Create a new login profile using your email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill out the personal profile and educational qualification fields.
4. Enter details of teaching experience, NET/Ph.D. status, and research publications.
5. Upload clear scanned copies of all required certificates, publications, and photo/signature.
6. Pay the relevant application fee (₹1,500/₹500 for Level 10; ₹2,000/₹1,000 for Level 13A) online.
7. Verify the details and submit the application. Download and print the submitted application form.
8. Attach self-attested copies of all certificates to the printed application form and mail it via registered/speed post to the Registrar, Central Sanskrit University, Janakpuri, New Delhi within 15 days of online submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can I find the online application portal?

The online applications are hosted on the Samarth CU Chayan portal at curec.samarth.ac.in. A redirection link is also available on the Central Sanskrit University website under the recruitment section.

2. Is a Ph.D. degree mandatory for the post of Assistant Professor?

As per UGC norms, a Master’s degree with 55% marks along with a cleared UGC-NET/SLET/SET is the minimum qualification. However, candidates who obtained their Ph.D. before 2009 or under specified UGC regulations are exempted from the NET requirement.

3. Do I need to send a physical copy of the application form?

Yes. After successful online submission, you must print the application form, sign it, attach self-attested copies of all required documents, and send the package to the University headquarters in New Delhi within 15 days of the online deadline.

4. Can I apply for multiple campuses?

Yes, candidates can apply for posts across campuses. However, separate applications and application fees must be submitted for each post code and campus applied for.

5. What is the application fee for female candidates?

Female candidates, along with SC, ST, PwBD, and Transgender candidates, are eligible for a relaxed application fee of ₹500 (for Level 10 posts) or ₹1,000 (for Level 13A posts).

6. Are candidates currently in service required to submit an NOC?

Yes. Government, semi-government, or autonomous body employees must route their applications through the proper channel or submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of shortlisting/interview.