BAOU Ahmedabad Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply for 27 Vacancies Across Multiple Disciplines
1. About Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University & Recruitment Overview
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University (BAOU): Established in 1994, BAOU is a renowned state open university headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The university is dedicated to advancing higher education through open, distance, and online learning paradigms across undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral research programs.
Recruitment Summary: Under Advertisement No. 02/2026 (dated October 20, 2026), BAOU invites online applications from eligible candidates for 27 Assistant Professor positions across regular and online mode teaching programs.
- Institution Type: State Open University (Govt. of Gujarat)
- Post Designation: Assistant Professor
- Total Vacancies: 27 Posts (covering conventional and online mode departments)
- Pay Scale: Academic Level 10 of 7th Pay Commission (Entry basic pay of ₹57,700/- per month plus allowances)
2. Discipline & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Department / Subject | Program Mode | Vacancies & Reservation Category |
|---|---|---|
| Economics | Online Mode | 01 Post (SEBC – Female) |
| Journalism & Mass Communication | Online Mode | 01 Post (Unreserved) |
| Sanskrit | Conventional | 01 Post (SEBC) |
| Management (Marketing) | Conventional | 01 Post (UR – Female) |
| Social Work | Conventional | 01 Post (Unreserved) |
| Social Work | Online Mode | 01 Post (SEBC) |
| Hindi | Conventional | 01 Post (ST – Female) |
| Commerce (M.Com with Management) | Conventional | 01 Post (Unreserved) |
| Sociology | Conventional | 01 Post (SC) |
| Library Science | Conventional | 01 Post (SEBC – Female) |
| History | Online Mode | 01 Post (EWS) |
| Computer Science | Conventional | 01 Post (Unreserved) |
| English | Online Mode | 01 Post (UR – Female) |
| Economics | Conventional | 01 Post (ST) |
| Hindu Studies | Online Mode | 01 Post (SEBC) |
| Indian Knowledge System (IKS) | Online Mode | 01 Post (Unreserved) |
| History | Conventional | 01 Post (Unreserved) |
| Computer Science | Conventional | 01 Post (SEBC) |
| Hindi | Online Mode | 01 Post (Unreserved) |
| Management | Online Mode | 01 Post (ST) |
| Gujarati | Conventional | 01 Post (SEBC) |
| Sociology | Online Mode | 01 Post (EWS – Female) |
| Computer Science | Online Mode | 01 Post (SC) |
| Commerce | Online Mode | 01 Post (Unreserved) |
| Gujarati | Online Mode | 01 Post (SEBC – Female) |
| Political Science | Online Mode | 01 Post (Unreserved) |
| Public Administration | Conventional | 01 Post (PwD) |
3. Educational Qualifications & Eligibility Criteria
Qualifications strictly align with UGC Regulations 2018 for Assistant Professor appointments:
- Essential Qualification: Master’s degree in the concerned/relevant/allied subject with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale).
- National Eligibility: Must have cleared UGC NET / CSIR NET / SLET / SET, or hold a Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with UGC Regulations 2009/2016.
- Special Language Requirement: Applicants for Sanskrit, Hindu Studies, and Indian Knowledge System (IKS) positions must demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Sanskrit.
- Online Mode Requirement: Relevant teaching experience in online/distance learning mode is required for posts advertised under Online Mode.
4. Application Fee Details
| Candidate Category | Application Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) Category | ₹1,500/- |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / PwD Categories | ₹750/- |
5. Important Schedule & Deadlines
| Recruitment Event | Scheduled Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 20 October 2026 |
| Online Application Portal Open | 20 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 23 November 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Printed Hard Copy | 23 November 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
6. Application Procedure
Candidates must complete both online registration and hard copy submission within the deadline:
- Step 1 (Online Application): Apply online through the official university portal at www.baou.edu.in on or before November 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
- Step 2 (Hard Copy Submission): Take a printout of the submitted online application, attach self-attested copies of mark sheets, degree certificates, NET/Ph.D. proofs, category certificates, and the online fee receipt.
- Postal Dispatch: Send the complete hard copy package by Speed Post or Courier only to:
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, “Jyotirmay” Parisar, Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway, Chharodi, Ahmedabad – 382481, Gujarat. - Envelope Labeling: Superscribe the envelope clearly with “Application for the Post of [Post Name] ([Subject/Mode])”.
7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q1: What is the last date to submit online and hard copy applications?
Ans: Both online submission and receipt of the printed hard copy must be completed by November 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM. - Q2: What is the salary offered for BAOU Assistant Professor posts?
Ans: Entry basic pay of ₹57,700/- per month under Academic Level 10 of the 7th Pay Commission. - Q3: What is the application fee for reserved categories?
Ans: The fee for SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, and PwD candidates is ₹750/- (General category fee is ₹1,500/-). - Q4: Where can I download the detailed advertisement PDF?
Ans: You can download the advertisement PDF directly using the button provided below.
Disclaimer: Information summarized directly from official recruitment advertisements issued by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, Ahmedabad. Please verify specific details on the official university website before applying.