Guest Faculty Recruitment at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi

Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has officially announced the Guest Faculty Recruitment at Jamia Millia Islamia for the academic session 2025-26. This prestigious Central University, located in New Delhi, is seeking qualified and dedicated educators to join its esteemed departments. Consequently, this is a significant opportunity for NET-qualified candidates and PhD holders to contribute to an institution known for its historical excellence and academic rigor.

Program Highlights

Feature	Details
Organization	Jamia Millia Islamia (A Central University)
Post Title	Guest Faculty
Departments	Mathematics, Sociology, Tourism & Hospitality Management
Advt. No.	Local Advt. No. 17/2025-26
Employment Type	Contractual (Academic Session 2025-26)
Application Mode	Postal (Offline)
Last Date to Apply	19th January 2026

Program Overview

The Guest Faculty Recruitment at Jamia Millia Islamia aims to fill teaching vacancies in specialized fields to maintain the university’s high standards of integrated education. Jamia Millia Islamia, established in 1920, has evolved into a cornerstone of Indian higher education. Specifically, the university provides a dynamic environment for research and teaching, from nursery levels to advanced doctoral research.

The current recruitment drive focuses on the following faculties:

• Faculty of Sciences: Department of Mathematics (specifically to teach Computer Science subjects).
• Faculty of Social Sciences: Department of Sociology.
• Faculty of Management Studies: Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates interested in the Guest Faculty Recruitment at Jamia Millia Islamia must fulfill the following essential qualifications:

• Master’s Degree: A minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in the relevant or allied subject from a recognized Indian or Foreign University.
• National Eligibility Test (NET): Must have cleared the NET conducted by UGC or CSIR, or a similar accredited test like SLET/SET.
• PhD Exemption: Candidates awarded a PhD degree in accordance with UGC Regulations (2009 or 2016) are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement.
• Foreign Degree Holders: If the PhD is from a foreign university, the institution must rank among the top 500 in the World University Rankings (QS, THE, or ARWU).

Honorarium and Remuneration

Selected candidates for the Guest Faculty positions will receive a fixed honorarium. Specifically, Guest Faculty under the Regular program will be paid Rs. 50,000/- per month. In return, they are expected to share an equal workload as shared by Assistant Professors on a contractual basis.

Registration and Application Details

The application process for the Guest Faculty Recruitment at Jamia Millia Islamia is conducted offline. Candidates must ensure their applications reach the respective departments before the deadline.

Requirement	Information
Application Fee	Rs. 300/- (Non-refundable)
Payment Mode	Online (Bank details provided in the notification)
Application Form	click here
Submission Deadline	19th January 2026
Submission Address	Respective Department/Centre, JMI, New Delhi

Bank Details for Fee Payment

• Account Name: JMI Recruitment and Promotions
• Bank Name: Indian Bank, Jamia Millia Islamia
• IFSC Code: IDIB000J029
• Account Number: 8078617425

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I apply for the Guest Faculty Recruitment at Jamia Millia Islamia?
You must download the prescribed application form from the official JMI website, pay the Rs. 300 fee online, and submit the hard copy along with attested documents to the concerned department by January 19, 2026.

What is the monthly salary for Guest Faculty at JMI?
Selected Guest Faculty members are paid a fixed monthly honorarium of Rs. 50,000, provided they meet the requisite workload requirements.

Can I apply if I haven’t cleared the NET?
You can apply only if you hold a PhD degree awarded in accordance with UGC Regulations (2009/2016) or if your PhD is from a top 500 ranked foreign university.

Is there an application fee for these positions?
Yes, a non-refundable fee of Rs. 300 must be paid via online mode to the specified Indian Bank account of the university.

Which departments have vacancies in 2026?
Currently, vacancies are available in the Departments of Mathematics, Sociology, and Tourism & Hospitality Management.