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Associate Professor Geography St Advt Cupb 22 23 002 14 09 2

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Associate Professor Geography St Advt Cupb 22 23 002 14 09 2 administered by KANNURUNIVERSITY Authority (Jammu and Kashmir).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KANNURUNIVERSITY Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Jammu and Kashmir

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Nml Eng Wsm Enit 2025 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nml Eng Wsm Enit 2024 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nml Eng Wsm Enit 2024 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Oct 04 2016 Dept of Physics TENDER for 1 Server	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Associate Professor Geography St Advt Cupb 22 23 002 14 09 2?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

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All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain kannuruniversity.ac.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Kannur University recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, and generate a unique candidate login ID and password.

Log in to fill out the detailed academic profile, including teaching experience, research publications, and UGC API score calculations specifically tailored for the Associate Professor Geography cadre.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of essential documents, including postgraduate degrees, PhD certificates, proof of teaching experience, and indexed research papers in the prescribed PDF format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form online, download the generated PDF copy for physical submission if required, and regularly monitor the portal for interview call letter updates.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Associate Professor Geography St Advt Cupb 22 23 002 14 09 2 is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Screening of Applications & API Score Verification	Shortlisting based on UGC Regulations 2018 (No written exam)	Evaluation of Academic Performance Indicator (API) scores, research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-care listed journals, teaching experience, and post-doctoral research.
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge Presentation	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Advanced Geomorphology, Climatology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing, Research Methodology, and pedagogical skills in teaching Geography at postgraduate levels.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	50 Marks / 45 Minutes	Assessment of research vision, teaching aptitude, contribution to educational innovation, design of new curricula, and overall suitability for the Associate Professor role.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Final Merit List	Qualifying / Non-graded	Verification of original academic certificates, experience letters, category certificates, NOC from current employer, and final compilation of the merit list.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Associate Professor in Geography at Kannur University is governed by the UGC 7th CPC Pay Matrix, designated at Academic Level 13A with an entry basic pay of Rs. 1,31,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 69,642), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities calculated at 20% (Rs. 26,280), the compensation is highly competitive. Adding a Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 2,38,338. After statutory deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 20,104) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 2,15,000. This lucrative structure ensures the attraction of high-caliber academic talent to the Department of Geography.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Kannur University strictly adheres to the reservation policies mandated by the Government of India and the State Government of Kerala. In accordance with DoPT guidelines, age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are provided. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation, alongside a 4% horizontal reservation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Women candidates and SC/ST/PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equitable access and promoting diversity within the university's academic faculty.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Associate Professor Geography St Ad

What is the minimum teaching experience required for this Associate Professor post?

Candidates must possess a minimum of eight years of teaching and/or research experience in an academic/research position equivalent to that of an Assistant Professor.

Is a PhD degree mandatory for the Associate Professor of Geography position?

Yes, a PhD degree in Geography or an allied discipline is a mandatory eligibility requirement under UGC Regulations 2018.

How is the API score calculated for shortlisting candidates?

The API score is calculated based on Table 2 of UGC Regulations 2018, assessing research papers, books, projects, and doctoral guidance.

What is the probation period for a newly recruited Associate Professor?

The selected candidate will be on a probation period of one year, extendable by another year based on performance evaluation.

Will there be any written screening test for this recruitment?

No, there is no written test; selection is based on API score shortlisting, a domain presentation, and a personal interview.

Where will the selected Associate Professor be posted?

The selected candidate will be posted at the Department of Geography on the designated campus of Kannur University in Kerala.