CWSSU Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 149 Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Posts
CWSSU FACULTY RECRUITMENT 2026
PROFESSOR, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR & ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
📢 149 Vacancies | Salary ₹57,700 – ₹1,44,200
📝 APPLY ONLINE
Captain Williamson Sangma State University (CWSSU), Meghalaya has released the official notification for the recruitment of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts under Advertisement No. CWSSU/ESTT/SHG/01/2025/Pt-I/281 dated 21 September 2026 [citation:2][citation:5].
This recruitment drive aims to fill 149 vacancies across 18 departments for the university's Tura and Shillong campuses. The online application window opens on 22 September 2026 and closes on 11 October 2026 (midnight) [citation:2][citation:5][citation:9].
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Captain Williamson Sangma State University (CWSSU) |
| Advertisement No. | CWSSU/ESTT/SHG/01/2025/Pt-I/281 [citation:2] |
| Total Vacancies | 149 [citation:1][citation:2][citation:5] |
| Posts | Professor (18), Associate Professor (46), Assistant Professor (85) [citation:1][citation:5] |
| Application Start Date | 22 September 2026 [citation:1][citation:2] |
| Application Last Date | 11 October 2026 (midnight) [citation:1][citation:2] |
| Job Location | Tura and Shillong, Meghalaya [citation:2][citation:5] |
| Official Website | cwssu.ac.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 21 September 2026 [citation:2][citation:6] |
| Online Application Start | 22 September 2026 [citation:1][citation:2] |
| Online Application Close | 11 October 2026 (midnight) [citation:1][citation:2] |
| Admit Card / Interview Date | To be announced later [citation:2] |
📊 Vacancy Details (Department-wise)
| Department | Professor | Associate Professor | Assistant Professor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthropology | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Botany | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Chemistry | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Commerce | 1 | 5 | 8 | 14 |
| Economics | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| Education | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| English | 1 | 5 | 8 | 14 |
| Environmental Science | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Geography | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| History | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| Khasi | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| Mathematics | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Philosophy | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| Physics | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Political Science | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| Social Work | 1 | 5 | 8 | 14 |
| Sociology | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| Zoology | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Total | 18 | 46 | 85 | 149 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification & Experience:
| Post | Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|
| Professor | Ph.D. in concerned subject; minimum 10 years teaching/research experience; minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals; Research Score of 120 as per UGC Regulations 2018 [citation:1][citation:3] |
| Associate Professor | Ph.D. in concerned subject; Master's degree with at least 55% marks; minimum 8 years teaching/research experience; minimum 7 publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals; Research Score of 75 as per UGC Regulations 2018 [citation:1][citation:3] |
| Assistant Professor | Master's degree with at least 55% marks in concerned subject; NET/CSIR-NET/SET-NE cleared; Ph.D. holders as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 are exempted from NET/SLET/SET [citation:1][citation:3] |
📌 Marks Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates get 5% relaxation (55% to 50%) in Master's degree marks [citation:3][citation:9].
Age Limit:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years [citation:2] |
| Maximum Age | 32 Years [citation:2] |
| SC/ST Age Relaxation | 5 Years [citation:2] |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,000/- [citation:1][citation:2] |
| OBC / SC / ST | ₹500/- [citation:1][citation:2] |
📌 Payment Mode: Online through Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI. Fee is non-refundable [citation:2].
📌 Selection Process
| Stage | Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Academic Score / Research Score & Publications | Shortlisting [citation:3][citation:12] |
| Personal Interview | Interview | Final Merit [citation:3][citation:12] |
| Document Verification | Original Documents | Final Verification [citation:3] |
📌 Interview Ratio: 1:3 for Assistant Professor, 1:5 for Associate Professor and Professor [citation:12].
💰 Salary & Pay Scale
| Post | Basic Pay |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | ₹57,700/- [citation:1][citation:4] |
| Associate Professor | ₹1,31,400/- [citation:1][citation:4] |
| Professor | ₹1,44,200/- [citation:1][citation:4] |
📌 Additional Benefits: DA and other allowances payable as per Government of Meghalaya rates [citation:4][citation:6].
📝 How to Apply
- Visit Official Portal: Go to rpa.meghalaya.gov.in/cwssu/ [citation:2][citation:9].
- Register: Create a profile with a valid email ID and mobile number [citation:14].
- Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, research, and experience details [citation:14].
- Upload Documents: Upload photograph, signature, and required certificates [citation:14].
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee online [citation:2].
- Submit: Review and submit the application before 11 October 2026 (midnight) [citation:1][citation:2].
- Take Printout: Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
📌 Important Notes
- Candidates must meet the required qualification by the last date of application [citation:4].
- Candidates currently employed must provide an NOC during the interview process [citation:4].
- Incomplete applications, false information, or missing documents may lead to rejection [citation:14].
- The University reserves the right to alter or withdraw the advertisement, number of vacancies, or any other particulars at any stage [citation:3].
- Reservation rules apply as per Government of Meghalaya guidelines [citation:3].
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is CWSSU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
CWSSU Faculty Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive conducted by Captain Williamson Sangma State University, Meghalaya, for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts [citation:2][citation:5].
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
There are a total of 149 vacancies – 18 for Professor, 46 for Associate Professor, and 85 for Assistant Professor [citation:1][citation:5].
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 11 October 2026 (midnight) [citation:1][citation:2].
Q4. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹1,000 for General candidates and ₹500 for OBC/SC/ST candidates [citation:1][citation:2].
Q5. What is the required educational qualification?
Professor: Ph.D. with 10 years experience and 10 publications. Associate Professor: Ph.D. with 8 years experience and 7 publications. Assistant Professor: Master's degree with 55% marks and NET/CSIR-NET/SET-NE [citation:1][citation:3].
Q6. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 18 to 32 years as per available information. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation [citation:2].
Q7. What is the salary for these posts?
Assistant Professor: ₹57,700. Associate Professor: ₹1,31,400. Professor: ₹1,44,200 (Basic Pay) [citation:1][citation:4].
Q8. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes Shortlisting → Personal Interview → Document Verification. Final selection is based on interview performance [citation:3][citation:12].
Q9. What is the exam pattern?
There is no written examination. Selection is through shortlisting based on academic/research score and personal interview [citation:3][citation:12].
Q10. When is the interview scheduled?
The interview date will be announced later on the official CWSSU website [citation:2].
Q11. Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, eligible Indian citizens can apply. Reservation rules apply as per Government of Meghalaya guidelines [citation:3].
Q12. How can I apply for CWSSU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official recruitment portal: rpa.meghalaya.gov.in/cwssu/ before 11 October 2026 [citation:2][citation:9].
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