MGU Professor Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 01 Professor Post by 30-11-2025 – Latest Kerala Government Job Notifications 2025
Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam, has released a prestigious Kerala government jobs notification through MGU Professor Recruitment 2025 for 01 permanent Professor post in a specialized discipline. This latest Kerala government job notifications 2025 targets eminent scholars with outstanding research credentials, offering a high pay scale of ₹1,44,200 (Academic Level 14) + full allowances. Online applications are live at facultyrecruitment.mgu.ac.in from 01-11-2025 to 30-11-2025, and hard copies must reach by 07-12-2025 – only 11 days left for online submission as of 19 November 2025.
Located in the lush Priyadarsini Hills of Kottayam district, MGU is an A++ NAAC-accredited institution consistently ranked among India’s top 50 universities. This government recruitment 2025 is a rare opportunity for senior academicians seeking postgraduate Sarkari jobs, leadership roles, and Kerala state jobs 2025 in higher education.
MGU Professor Recruitment 2025 – Complete Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam |
| Post Name | Professor |
| No. of Posts | 01 |
| Pay Scale | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 (Academic Level 14) + allowances |
| Qualification | PhD + 10 years experience + 10 UGC-listed publications + Research Score 120 |
| Age Limit | Maximum 60 years (relaxation applicable) |
| Application Mode | Online + Two Hard Copies |
| Online Application Period | 01-11-2025 to 30-11-2025 |
| Last Date for Hard Copies | 07-12-2025 |
| Application Fee (General) | ₹7,500 (₹3,750 for SC/ST) |
| Official Website | mgu.ac.in / facultyrecruitment.mgu.ac.in |
Detailed Eligibility Criteria – Strictly UGC Regulations 2018
- Academic Excellence
- Eminent scholar with Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
- High-quality published work actively engaged in research.
- Minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals.
- Total research score of 120 as per UGC Appendix II, Table 2.
- Teaching & Research Experience
- Minimum 10 years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor OR
- Equivalent research experience at University/National Level Institutions.
- Evidence of having successfully guided doctoral candidates (at least one PhD awarded under supervision).
- Age Limit
- Maximum 60 years as on the last date of application.
- Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwD – 10 years as per Kerala Govt rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | 7,500 |
| SC/ST | 3,750 |
Payable online during submission.
Important Dates – Timeline for MGU Professor Post
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 01-11-2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 30-11-2025 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copies | 07-12-2025 |
Salary & Benefits – Elite Academic Package
- Basic Pay: ₹1,44,200 (Level 14)
- DA: 50%+ (revised biannually)
- HRA: 27% (Kottayam city rate)
- Gross Monthly Salary: ₹2.8–3.5 lakh+
- Additional Perks: Research grants up to ₹50 lakh, sabbatical leave, international conference funding, campus housing, medical coverage, pension.
One of the highest-paying Kerala district jobs in academia.
Selection Process – Merit & Expertise Driven
- Application screening for UGC compliance
- Shortlisting based on research score & publications
- Research seminar/presentation (mandatory)
- In-depth interview by UGC-nominated experts
- Final selection & approval by Executive Council
No written test – pure academic excellence.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply for MGU Professor Post 2025
- Visit www.facultyrecruitment.mgu.ac.in
- Register/Login with email & mobile
- Select “Professor” post → Fill detailed form
- Upload:
- Recent photo & signature
- PhD degree, experience certificates
- List of 10 best publications with reprints/first pages
- Research score calculation sheet (UGC format)
- Proof of PhD guidance (award letters)
- Pay fee online
- Submit & download acknowledgment
- Send two hard copies + self-attested documents to: Deputy Registrar-II (Admn.), Mahatma Gandhi University, Priyadarsini Hills P.O., Kottayam – 686 560 Envelope superscription: “Application for Professor Post” Include NOC if currently employed
Why MGU Professor Post is a Career Milestone
- NAAC A++ Grade | NIRF Rank 45 (2024)
- 300+ acre eco-friendly campus in Kottayam
- ₹100+ crore research funding in last 5 years
- International tie-ups with Harvard, Oxford, Tokyo University
- Leadership in interdisciplinary research (AI, Biosciences, Gandhian Studies)
- Proximity to Kochi (60 km) – easy access from Kochi government vacancies area
Preparation Strategy to Secure MGU Professor Position 2025
- Research Score Optimization
- Maximize points: Publications (30 each), books (50), patents (50), projects (20–40).
- Use exact UGC Table 2 format – many get rejected here.
- Seminar Preparation
- 20-minute presentation on your research journey + 5-year vision for MGU.
- Highlight interdisciplinary impact.
- Interview Mastery
- Expected questions:
- How will you enhance MGU’s NIRF ranking?
- Your strategy for international collaborations?
- Mentoring next-generation researchers?
- Carry publication portfolio, citation report (Google Scholar/Scopus).
- Expected questions:
Comparative Analysis: MGU Professor vs Other Kerala Universities
| Parameter | MGU Professor | Kerala University | Calicut University | CUSAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Basic Pay | ₹1,44,200 | ₹1,44,200 | ₹1,31,400 | ₹1,44,200 |
| Age Limit | 60 years | 50–55 years | 50 years | 55 years |
| Application Fee (Gen) | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000–3,000 |
| Research Score Required | 120 | 120 | 100+ | 120 |
| Hard Copy Required | Yes (2 copies) | Yes | Yes | Sometimes |
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- Kerala University – Professor (English, Chemistry) – expected Dec 2025
- CUSAT – Director/Professor (Marine Sciences) – Jan 2026
- Calicut University – Professor (Malayalam) – Feb 2026
- Sreenarayanaguru Open University – Multiple Professor posts
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is guiding PhD mandatory? Yes – at least one awarded PhD under your supervision.
Q2. Are books/journals from private publishers accepted? Only if listed in UGC-CARE/Scopus/Web of Science.
Q3. Can foreign experience count? Yes, if equivalent to Indian university level.
Q4. Hard copy compulsory? Absolutely – applications without hard copies are rejected.
Q5. Reservation applicable? Yes – follows Kerala Government roster.
