The Commissionerate of Higher Education, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, has announced the official notification for the Gujarat Adhyapak Sahayak (PH) Recruitment 2026. This is a special recruitment drive (Second Attempt) conducted for the appointment of 136 ‘Adhyapak Sahayak’ (Assistant Professors) specifically for Physically Disabled (PH) candidates. These positions are available in various Non-Government Grant-in-aid Arts, Commerce, Science, Home Science, Education (B.Ed.), and Law colleges across Gujarat.
Job Overview
This specific drive is dedicated to Physically Disabled (PH) candidates seeking a career in higher education. With 136 vacancies remaining from the first attempt, eligible candidates are invited to apply online. 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
| Subject | Total Vacancies (PH Categories A, B, C, D & E) |
|---|---|
| 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: This drive is exclusively for Physically Disabled candidates. Candidates must have a disability of 40% or more. A valid UDID card (yellow or blue) or a certificate issued by a Civil Surgeon/Medical Board of a Government Hospital as per the latest government norms is mandatory.
- Special Category: Candidates from SC/ST/SEBC/EWS within the PH category will be recognized based on their Gujarat state certificates.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess qualifications as per UGC regulations 2018 and subsequent amendments by the Gujarat State Government:
- Master’s Degree: 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 from an accredited foreign university.
- Eligibility Tests: Candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC, like SLET/SET of Gujarat State.
- Ph.D. Exemption: Candidates awarded a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations (2009 or 2016) are exempted from NET/SLET/SET. Specific conditions apply for Ph.D. holders registered before July 11, 2009.
- B.Ed. Colleges: Specific qualifications (such as M.Ed. with 50% etc.) apply for Adhyapak Sahayak positions in the Education faculty as per NCTE 2014 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/- (Non-refundable).
- Payment Mode: Online through the payment gateway provided on the recruitment website.
Selection Process
The selection process is transparent and based on merit-based shortlisting followed by an interview:
- Merit Scoring: Candidates are scored out of 100 based on academic records (Graduation, PG, M.Phil, Ph.D.), Research Publications, Teaching Experience, and Awards.
- Shortlisting: Candidates are called for Document Verification and Interviews based on their merit rank. The ratio of candidates called per post is defined based on the number of vacancies.
- Interview: Final selection is based on performance in the oral interview.
- Document Verification: 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 (less than 150KB), 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 and document verification.
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
The Adhyapak Sahayak Recruitment 2026 is a significant opportunity for eligible Physically Disabled candidates to join the academic sector in Gujarat. Eligible applicants should utilize the application window from March 11th to March 25th, 2026, to apply for these 136 positions. Ensure all necessary documents, including the UDID card, are ready before applying.
