Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University (KKHSOU) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Assistant Professor (English) and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 39 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the online process.
Online applications for the vacancies of Assistant Professor (English) and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 27 November 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Assistant Professor (English) and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
KKHSOU – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Assamese | 4 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Bengali | 3 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Chemistry | 2 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Commerce | 3 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Computer Science | 2 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – English | 5 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Hindi | 3 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – History | 3 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Library Science | 3 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Management | 2 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Mathematics | 4 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Philosophy | 3 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Physics | 2 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Political Science | No Details | Rs.25000-25000/- | Assam |
| Total Vacancies: | 39 |
KKHSOU Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for KKHSOU Assistant Professor (English) and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Assamese | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Assamese from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Bengali | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Bengali from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Chemistry | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Chemistry from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Commerce | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Commerce from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Computer Science | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Computer Science from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – English | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in English from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Hindi | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Hindi from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – History | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in History from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Library Science | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Library Science from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Management | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Management from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Mathematics | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Mathematics from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Philosophy | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Philosophy from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Physics | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Physics from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Political Science | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in Political Science from an Indian University or equivalent; NET, SLET, SET qualified OR Ph.D. holder as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University for Assistant Professor (English) and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Assamese | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Bengali | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Chemistry | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Commerce | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Computer Science | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – English | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Hindi | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – History | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Library Science | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Management | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Mathematics | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Philosophy | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Physics | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Contractual) – Political Science | No Details |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Assistant Professor (English) and other Posts will be carried out through As per official notification. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for KKHSOU Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from kkhsou.ac.in before 27 November 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | kkhsou.ac.in |