VNSGU Professor of Practice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Veer Narmad South Gujarat University has invited applications and nominations from distinguished experts for engagement as Professor of Practice in University Post-Graduate Departments for the academic year 2026-27 on a temporary and contractual basis for one year only. Eligible candidates can submit online applications through the Google Form available on the official website from 1st to 20th of every month, with the first batch closing on 30 October 2026 (11:59 hrs).

Official source: Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Advertisement No. Gen/PoP/23393/2026, dated 06/10/2026.

Professor of Practice Overview

Professor of Practice Important Dates

Professor of Practice Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Not specified in the notification.

Professor of Practice Qualification

In the case of Departments running programmes under AICTE, the qualification and experience norms prescribed for Professor of Practice in the Government of Gujarat Resolution dated 14/10/2024 shall also be kept in view, namely: Ph.D. with 10 years of relevant experience in a large conglomerate; or a Master’s degree with 15 years of relevant working experience in a large conglomerate; or B.E./B.Tech. with 17 years of relevant working experience in a large conglomerate; or Ph.D. / Master’s / B.Tech. with a minimum of five (5) patents and 5 years of experience in a start-up. A Ph.D. is desirable for guiding research scholars at the Ph.D. level but is not mandatory for teaching.

Disqualification

Persons who are in the teaching profession — whether serving or retired — are excluded and shall not be engaged as Professor of Practice. Applications from such persons shall be summarily rejected.

Professor of Practice Age Limit

Not specified in the notification.

Professor of Practice Salary

In terms of Ordinance–189, the amount or allowance payable to a Professor of Practice cannot be met from the salary grant received from the State Government. Where required to travel for the work of the University, mileage allowance is payable at rates ranging from ₹ 2.50 per km to ₹ 11.00 per km depending on the conveyance used, or at rates fixed by the State Government for taxis/auto rickshaws.

Professor of Practice Application Fee

The notification does not mention any application fee.

Professor of Practice Selection Process

The selection shall be carried out in accordance with the Procedure for Selection of Professor of Practice prescribed in Ordinance–189 and the University Circular dated 15/04/2023.

Selection Committee

The Selection Committee for the University shall consist of the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor or their representative, the Head of the Department concerned, the Dean of the respective Faculty, two subject experts nominated by the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, and one eminent external member (non-academic) nominated by the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor. The minimum quorum shall be four members, of whom the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor or the representative of the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor must be present.

How to Apply for Professor of Practice

1. Visit the official VNSGU website at www.vnsgu.ac.in to access the detailed advertisement and guidelines.
2. Open the online Google Form link available on the University website.
3. Fill out the required information in the online application form.
4. Upload self-attested testimonials, certificates, and supporting documents in PDF format.
5. Submit the online application form before 30/10/2026 for the first batch, or between the 1st and 20th of subsequent months.

Documents Required

• Self-attested testimonials
• Certificates
• Supporting documents in PDF format
• Detailed biodata and a brief write-up about potential contribution

Professor of Practice Important Instructions

• Applications shall be submitted online only through the Google Form.
• Persons who are in the teaching profession, whether serving or retired, are excluded and applications from them shall be summarily rejected.
• The initial tenure of engagement shall be for one year, extendable up to three years in all.
• The position is on a fixed-term basis and confers no right or claim whatsoever to regular appointment.
• The Professor of Practice engaged shall not be eligible for any service benefits, E.P.F., gratuity, or perks other than the fixed honorarium.
• Originals shall be produced for verification when called for.
• Candidates may apply for more than one Department or subject area by indicating the order of preference in the form, with a separate submission for each Department.

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