Welcome to an exciting opportunity at the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), where applications are invited for the position of Assistant Professor (on contract) in the Department of Mathematics. This prestigious institution is seeking qualified and passionate individuals to join their academic team and contribute to the field of mathematics education and research.

Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

COCHIN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (CUSAT)

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

Cochin University of Science and Technology, located in Kerala, India, is a premier institution known for its commitment to excellence in education and research. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines, fostering an environment of innovation and academic growth.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Assistant Professor (on contract)

🎯 DEPARTMENT / DISCIPLINE / SPECIALIZATION

•  Mathematics

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

i. Master’s degree in Mathematics with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever the grading system is followed) from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University.

ii. Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR or similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET or who are or have been awarded a Ph.D Degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree)

Regulations, 2009 or 2016 and their amendments from time to time as the  case may be exempted from NET/SLET/SET:

a. The Ph.D degree of the candidate has been awarded in a regular mode 

b. The Ph.D thesis has been evaluated by at least two external examiners

c. An  open  Ph.D  viva  voce  of the candidate has been conducted 

d. The candidate has published two research papers from his/her Ph.D work, out of which at least one is in a refereed journal

e. The candidate has presented at least two papers based on his/her Ph.D work in conference/seminars sponsored/funded/supported by the UGC/ICSSR/CSIR or any similar agency.

OR

B. The Ph.D degree has been obtained from a foreign University/Institution with a ranking among top 500 in the world

University Ranking (at any time) by any one of the following:

i. Quacquarelli Symonds (QS)

ii. The times Higher Education (THE) or

iii. The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) of the Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Shanghai)

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

For Ph.D holder – RS. 42,000/-

For rest of the contract teachers – Rs. 40,000/-

💺 JOB LOCATION

Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates shall apply online through the website recruit.cusat.ac.in before the last

date. The hard copy of the online application as downloaded from the website, strictly adhering to

the terms/regulations mentioned in the Notification should reach the Office of the Registrar, Cochin

University of Science & Technology, Kochi – 682 022 before the last date prescribed along with the

self attested copies of necessary documents in proof of all claims made in the application such as

Qualification, Date of Birth, Reservation etc.

Applications received after the last date prescribed will be summarily rejected. Claims made in

the application without supporting documents will not be considered. Claims which are not mentioned

in the original application submitted will not be considered at any later stage of application

processing. Application fee is not refundable.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

Last date for submitting online application : 15.06.2026

Last date for receiving hard copy of application : 22.06.2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Cochin University of Science and Technology, Thrikkakara, South Kalamassery, Kochi, Kerala, India – 682022

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Cochin University of Science and Technology invites applications from eligible candidates for the Teaching Faculty positions.

Teaching Faculty Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://recruit.cusat.ac.in/files/NOTIFICATION_433.pdf

In conclusion, this is a remarkable opportunity for aspiring educators to join a leading institution like CUSAT. If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about teaching mathematics, we encourage you to apply and become a part of this esteemed university.