The Commissionerate of Higher Education, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, has announced the official notification for the Adhyapak Sahayak Recruitment 2026 (Second Attempt). This recruitment process is a special drive conducted for the appointment of ‘Adhyapak Sahayak’ (Assistant Professors) in various Non-Government Grant-in-aid Arts, Commerce, Science, Home Science, Education (B.Ed.), and Law colleges across Gujarat specifically for Physically Disabled (PH) candidates.
Job Overview
This special recruitment drive is dedicated exclusively to Physically Disabled (PH) candidates wishing to pursue a career in higher education. There are 136 vacancies remaining from the first attempt for the post of Adhyapak Sahayak (Assistant Professor). Selected candidates will receive a fixed salary of Rs. 52,000/- per month for the first five years of probation.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 11/03/2026 (12:00 PM)
- Online Application Last Date: 25/03/2026 (05:00 PM)
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 136 (For PH Categories A, B, C, D & E)
| Subject | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Commerce and Accountancy | 27 |
| Gujarati | 19 |
| Economics | 18 |
| English | 8 |
| Law | 8 |
| Statistics | 8 |
| Psychology | 7 |
| Microbiology | 6 |
| Hindi | 6 |
| Maths | 4 |
| Sociology | 3 |
| Chemistry | 2 |
| Sanskrit | 2 |
| Social Science Method | 2 |
| Other Subjects (Home Science, Rural Extension, etc.) | 26 |
| Total | 136 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: The candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Disability Status: Candidates must have a disability of 40% or more. A valid UDID card or a certificate issued by a competent medical authority as per government norms is mandatory. This drive is exclusively for Physically Disabled candidates.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree with at least 50% marks (after a 5% relaxation for the PH category) in the relevant subject from an Indian University or an equivalent degree.
- Eligibility Tests: Candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or SLET/SET of Gujarat State.
- Ph.D. Exemption: Candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations are exempted from NET/SLET/SET.
- Note: Specific qualifications apply for Adhyapak Sahayak positions in Education faculty as per NCTE norms.
Age Limit
The age limit for candidates will be applicable as per the prevailing rules and regulations of the Government of Gujarat for recruitment in Grant-in-aid colleges. Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed notification for specific age relaxations provided to PH categories.
Application Fee
- Application Fee: Rs. 500/- (Five hundred rupees only).
- Payment Mode: Online through the payment gateway provided on the recruitment website.
- Note: The fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
The selection process is based on a merit-based shortlisting followed by an interview:
- Candidates are scored out of 100 based on academic records, research publications, teaching experience, and awards.
- Candidates are shortlisted for document verification and interviews based on their merit rank and defined ratios.
- Final selection is based on the performance in the oral interview.
- Original documents must be produced at the time of the interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of Commissionerate of Higher Education: www.rasheguj.in.
- Register on the portal by providing required details and selecting the appropriate disability category.
- Log in with your credentials and fill out the detailed application form carefully.
- Upload necessary documents, including a passport-size photograph, signature, and educational/disability certificates in PDF format.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 500/- online.
- Review all details and submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Official Notification & Links
- Official Notification: Download Notification from official website.
- Apply Online: Visit official website to apply.
- Official Website: www.rasheguj.in
Important Instructions
- This is the second attempt of recruitment specifically for PH candidates.
- Candidates who applied in the first attempt must apply fresh.
- Knowledge of the Gujarati language (reading, writing, and speaking) is necessary.
- Ensure all certificates are acquired before the last date of application.
Conclusion
Eligible Physically Disabled academic professionals are encouraged to apply online for these 136 Adhyapak Sahayak positions between March 11th and March 25th, 2026. Ensure all necessary documents, including the UDID card, are ready before applying to avoid last-minute hurdles.
