Nalanda University Recruitment 2026: 19 Vacancies for Assistant Professor (Buddhist Studies) and other posts, Apply by 15 Sep
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
There are 19 openings for Assistant Professor (Buddhist Studies) and other posts with Nalanda University. The last date to apply is 15 September 2026.
We have kept the details short and in tables. Read the official notification before you apply, because only that document counts.
Nalanda University – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor (Buddhist Studies) | 1 | ₹20,000 to ₹35,000 | Bihar |
| Assistant Professor (Buddhist Studies) | 2 | ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 | Bihar |
| Associate Professor (Hindu Studies) | 1 | ₹20,000 to ₹35,000 | Bihar |
| Assistant Professor (Hindu Studies) | 2 | ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 | Bihar |
| Professor (Philosophy) | 1 | ₹30,000 to ₹45,000 | Bihar |
| Associate Professor (Philosophy) | 1 | ₹20,000 to ₹35,000 | Bihar |
| Assistant Professor (Philosophy) | 2 | ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 | Bihar |
| Professor (Sanskrit) | 1 | ₹30,000 to ₹45,000 | Bihar |
| Associate Professor (Sanskrit) | 1 | ₹20,000 to ₹35,000 | Bihar |
| Assistant Professor (Sanskrit) | 2 | ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 | Bihar |
| Professor (Data Science and AI) | 1 | ₹30,000 to ₹45,000 | Bihar |
| Associate Professor (Data Science and AI) | 1 | ₹20,000 to ₹35,000 | Bihar |
| Assistant Professor (Data Science and AI) | 1 | ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 | Bihar |
| Professor (Science Tech & Policy Studies) | 1 | ₹30,000 to ₹45,000 | Bihar |
| Associate Professor (Science Tech & Policy Studies) | 1 | ₹20,000 to ₹35,000 | Bihar |
| Total Vacancies: | 19 |
Nalanda University 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 |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor (Buddhist Studies) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 yrs teaching & research; 8+ publications |
| Assistant Professor (Buddhist Studies) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 publications |
| Associate Professor (Hindu Studies) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 yrs teaching & research; 8+ publications |
| Assistant Professor (Hindu Studies) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 publications |
| Professor (Philosophy) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-7 yrs as Associate Professor; 10+ publications |
| Associate Professor (Philosophy) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 yrs teaching & research; 8+ publications |
| Assistant Professor (Philosophy) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 publications |
| Professor (Sanskrit) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-7 yrs as Associate Professor; 10+ publications |
| Associate Professor (Sanskrit) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 yrs teaching & research; 8+ publications |
| Assistant Professor (Sanskrit) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 publications |
| Professor (Data Science and AI) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-7 yrs as Associate Professor; 10+ publications |
| Associate Professor (Data Science and AI) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 yrs teaching & research; 8+ publications |
| Assistant Professor (Data Science and AI) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 publications |
| Professor (Science Tech & Policy Studies) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-7 yrs as Associate Professor; 10+ publications |
| Associate Professor (Science Tech & Policy Studies) | Ph.D./post-doctoral; 60%+ at Master’s; 3-5 yrs teaching & research; 8+ publications |
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 |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor (Buddhist Studies) | See the notification |
| Assistant Professor (Buddhist Studies) | See the notification |
| Associate Professor (Hindu Studies) | See the notification |
| Assistant Professor (Hindu Studies) | See the notification |
| Professor (Philosophy) | See the notification |
| Associate Professor (Philosophy) | See the notification |
| Assistant Professor (Philosophy) | See the notification |
| Professor (Sanskrit) | See the notification |
| Associate Professor (Sanskrit) | See the notification |
| Assistant Professor (Sanskrit) | See the notification |
| Professor (Data Science and AI) | See the notification |
| Associate Professor (Data Science and AI) | See the notification |
| Assistant Professor (Data Science and AI) | See the notification |
| Professor (Science Tech & Policy Studies) | See the notification |
| Associate Professor (Science Tech & Policy Studies) | See the notification |
The application fee depends on your category: General / OBC / EWS candidates pay ₹500; SC / ST candidates pay ₹500. Pay it in the way the notification says, and keep the payment receipt.
The selection steps are: screening of applications, written test, seminar, presentation, interview or other assessment as decided by the University. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for Nalanda University 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 15 September 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.