Faculty Recruitment 2026: Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor
1. About St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata: Established under the St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata Act, 2016, the university is a premier Jesuit institution of higher education dedicated to academic rigor, value-based formation, professional excellence, and cutting-edge research across diverse disciplines.
2. Job Designation & Vacancy Scope
The university has released an official recruitment notification inviting applications from eligible and dynamic academicians for faculty positions across multiple departments:
- Designations: Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor
- Faculties Covered: Faculty of Commerce & Management, Faculty of Arts & Social Studies, Science, Law, and Engineering.
- Job Location: New Town, Kolkata, West Bengal
3. Eligibility Criteria & Upper Age Limits
Academic Qualifications: Qualifications, eligibility, and past experience will be assessed in strict accordance with UGC Guidelines (July 2018) and university norms.
Upper Age Limits (As on November 12, 2026):
- Assistant Professor: 45 Years
- Associate Professor: 50 Years (Relaxable up to 55 years for exceptionally qualified candidates)
- Professor: 55 Years (Relaxable up to 60 years for exceptionally qualified candidates)
4. Important Milestones & Submission Guidelines
| Recruitment Milestone Stage | Scheduled Date / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | October 14, 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | November 12, 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copies | November 16, 2026 |
| Submission Address for Hard Copies | The Registrar, St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata, Premises No. IIIB – 1, Action Area IIIB, New Town, Kolkata – 700160 |
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q1: What are the key deadlines for the SXUK faculty recruitment 2026?
Ans: Online applications close on November 12, 2026, and hard copies of applications with documents must reach the university by November 16, 2026. - Q2: How should the hard copy of the application be submitted?
Ans: Printouts of the online application along with all supporting documents must be sent via speed post, registered post, courier, or hand delivery addressed to the Registrar, St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata. - Q3: Are candidates who applied previously required to re-apply?
Ans: Candidates who already applied pursuant to Employment Notification No. 01 (04/2026/TEACHING) dated April 11, 2026, are not required to apply again. - Q4: Where can candidates access the official notification and application portal?
Ans: Applicants can review the Official SXUK Recruitment PDF and register via the St. Xavier’s University Portal.
Disclaimer: Information summarized directly from official recruitment notifications issued by St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata. Please verify eligibility criteria and submission guidelines on the official university website.