Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026

Tripura University Guest Faculty Notification 2026 has been released on 18 August 2026 on the official website https://www.tripurauniv.ac.in. A total of 95 Guest Faculty vacancies have been announced across 31 departments and schools through the Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026.

Candidates who meet the minimum qualification and eligibility criteria prescribed under the UGC Regulations, 2018 and applicable UGC/AICTE/NCTE/MoE norms are eligible to apply for these Guest Faculty vacancies. Superannuated teachers up to 70 years of age may also be considered. The application process through email is open and will remain available until 25 August 2026, up to 16:30 hours.

Candidates can download the official application form and notification and submit their applications through the prescribed email ID. Shortlisted candidates may be called for a walk-in interview tentatively from 31 August 2026. Direct links to the official website and application email are provided below in this article.

Notification PDF For Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026

Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Below is a quick snapshot of the Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification for candidates who want the key facts at a glance.

Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Candidates planning to apply should keep the following dates in mind. The official notification is dated 18 August 2026.

Applicants are advised to keep a regular watch on the Tripura University website for updates regarding the exact interview date and time slot, as this information was not finalised at the time the notification was issued.

Tripura University Guest Faculty Vacancy 2026 Department-Wise Details

Tripura University has notified guest faculty slots in the following 31 departments/schools. The table below gives the department, number of slots, and specialization or remarks as mentioned in the official notification.

The notification also states that Tripura University reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of Guest Faculty positions at any stage, so candidates should treat the above numbers as per the notification dated 18 August 2026 and check the official website for any subsequent revision.

Tripura University Guest Faculty Eligibility Criteria 2026

The minimum qualifications and eligibility conditions for Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 are as follows:

• Candidates must fulfil the minimum qualifications and eligibility criteria as prescribed under the UGC Regulations, 2018.
• Applicable norms/guidelines issued by UGC, AICTE, NCTE, and the Ministry of Education (MoE), wherever applicable, as amended from time to time, will also apply.
• Department-specific desirable qualifications (such as NET, Ph.D, or specific technical skills) are mentioned against certain departments in the vacancy table above.
• Superannuated (retired) teachers may also be considered for Guest Faculty assignment, subject to a maximum age limit of 70 years.
• Applicants must be Indian citizens.

The notification does not specify a separate minimum percentage or years-of-experience criterion beyond what is prescribed under UGC Regulations, 2018; candidates are advised to refer to the official UGC guidelines for detailed qualification norms applicable to their subject.

Educational Qualification

As per the notification, the educational qualification required is governed by UGC Regulations, 2018 and the applicable UGC/AICTE/NCTE/MoE norms. Where a department has listed a desirable qualification (for example, MA with NET for Archaeology and Ancient Indian Culture, or Ph.D for Fine Arts and Electrical Engineering), the same has been reproduced in the vacancy table above. For departments marked “Open,” the notification does not specify any additional desirable qualification beyond the general UGC norms.

Age Limit

The notification does not prescribe a general minimum or maximum age limit for fresh applicants. It only specifies that superannuated teachers may be considered for Guest Faculty assignment, subject to a maximum age limit of 70 years.

To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.

Tripura University Guest Faculty Honorarium/Salary Structure 2026

Guest Faculty selected under this recruitment will be paid on a per-lecture basis, as detailed below:

The Guest Faculty honorarium is subject to a maximum monthly ceiling of Rs. 50,000, irrespective of the number of lectures delivered beyond that limit.

Tripura University Guest Faculty Selection Process 2026

The selection process for Guest Faculty at Tripura University, as per the notification, involves the following steps:

1. Screening of Applications: Applications received will be screened, and a list of shortlisted candidates as well as candidates found not eligible will be uploaded on the official website of Tripura University.
2. Academic Score Evaluation: Screening is supported by an Academic Score sheet (part of the application form) that assigns marks for Graduation, Post-Graduation, M.Phil, Ph.D, NET/SLET, research publications, teaching/post-doctoral experience, and awards, out of a maximum overall score of 100.
3. Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates will be required to attend a walk-in interview, tentatively starting from 31 August 2026, along with original documents, the duly filled Application Form, Curriculum Vitae, and self-attested photocopies of required documents.

The notification does not specify a written test or any other stage; selection appears to be based on the academic score and performance in the walk-in interview.

Academic Score Criteria

The application form specifies the following scoring criteria used for shortlisting/screening, with a maximum overall academic score of 100:

How to Apply for Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates who wish to apply for the Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 should follow the steps below:

1. Download and fill up the prescribed Application Form for Guest Faculty Assignment, using a separate form for each post applied for, and complete it in English.
2. Attach self-attested scanned copies of all relevant certificates and testimonials along with the application form.
3. Send the duly filled-in application, along with the attested documents, to the official email ID: [email protected]
4. Ensure the application reaches the university on or before 25 August 2026, by 16:30 hours.
5. Keep a regular watch on the official Tripura University website for the shortlisting result and walk-in interview schedule.
6. If shortlisted, report for the walk-in interview two hours before the scheduled time with original documents, the filled Application Form, Curriculum Vitae, and self-attested photocopies of required documents.

Required Documents

• Duly filled-in Application Form for Guest Faculty Assignment (separate form for each post)
• Self-attested photograph (to be affixed on the form)
• Self-attested copies of mark-sheets for High School/Secondary, Intermediate, Graduation, and Post-Graduation
• Self-attested copies of research degree certificates (M.Phil/Ph.D/D.Sc/D.Litt), where applicable
• Self-attested copies of NET/SLET/SET qualification certificate, where applicable
• Self-attested copies of employment/experience certificates
• Self-attested copies of research publications and award certificates, where applicable
• Curriculum Vitae
• Original documents (for verification at the time of interview, if shortlisted)

Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

• The Guest Faculty assignment is purely temporary and may be discontinued at any time, without assigning any reason, if so decided by the Competent Authority of Tripura University.
• Ideally, the assignment shall be for one academic semester (Odd/Even) or until a regular faculty member joins against the vacant sanctioned teaching post, whichever is earlier.
• The assignment does not confer any right to claim regular appointment or continuation in the University.
• Shortlisted candidates must report two hours before the interview and produce original documents for verification.
• No TA/DA (Travelling Allowance/Dearness Allowance) shall be admissible for attending the interview.
• The University reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of Guest Faculty positions, and to modify, cancel, or withdraw the notification, wholly or partly, at any stage without assigning any reason.

Tripura University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Candidates who have completed their postgraduate degree in life sciences can also explore more Graduate Government Jobs and Teaching Govt Job available across India.

Candidates looking for more research opportunities can also explore the latest Tripura Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants searching for openings closer to the NCR region can check Agartala Government Jobs for upcoming vacancies. Those holding a postgraduate degree in science can also browse more M.Sc Government Jobs and Research Fellow Jobs matching their qualification.