IGNOU Recruitment 2026: 38 Vacancies for Professor and other posts, Apply by 20 Oct
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
A new notice from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) lists 38 posts of Professor and other posts. The application window runs from 20 September 2026 to 20 October 2026.
This page puts the key facts in one place: vacancies, pay, eligibility, age, fee, selection and the official links.
IGNOU – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 16 | ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200 | India |
| Associate Professor | 16 | ₹1,31,400 to ₹2,17,100 | India |
| Assistant Professor | 6 | ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 | India |
| Total Vacancies: | 38 |
IGNOU Recruitment – Eligibility
Your certificates must meet the rule for the post you choose. Here is the qualification for each post as given in the notice.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Professor | As per UGC Regulations 2018 |
| Associate Professor | As per UGC Regulations 2018 |
| Assistant Professor | As per UGC Regulations 2018 |
You also need to be within the age limit. Reserved categories usually get relaxation under government rules, and the notice says on which date age is counted.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Professor | See the notification |
| Associate Professor | See the notification |
| Assistant Professor | See the notification |
The notification gives the fee, if any, and how to pay it. Some posts have no fee at all.
IGNOU will select candidates by direct recruitment. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for IGNOU Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online |
Open the official website or the apply link below, register, fill in the form, upload your photo, signature and documents, pay the fee if it applies, and submit before 20 October 2026. Save a copy of the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.