Department of Physics

Savitribai Phule Pune University is inviting applications for an Assistant Professor (Contractual) position in the Department of Physics for the academic year 2026–27 . This is a teaching-focused academic opening for candidates with a strong background in Physics and a passion for undergraduate/postgraduate teaching and academic engagement. The notification indicates a contractual appointment with a consolidated pay of Rs. 50,000 per month . Eligibility highlights: candidates should have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade in a relevant subject, and should satisfy the applicable UGC/university norms for Assistant Professor appointments. The advertisement also references standard academic qualifications such as PhD and/or NET/SET where relevant under the rules. Institution: Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra, India. Application window: the notification states that applications should be submitted by 31 July 2026 . How to apply: apply online via the university recruitment process, complete the application form carefully, and upload the required documents as instructed in the official notification. Review the full advertisement for category-wise details, reservation information, and document requirements before submitting. Research/teaching relevance: while this is not a PhD or postdoctoral call, it is relevant for candidates in physics who want to build academic teaching experience in a university department.