The Commissionerate of Higher Education, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, has announced the official notification for the Adhyapak Sahayak Recruitment 2026 (Second Attempt). This is a special recruitment drive conducted for the appointment of ‘Adhyapak Sahayak’ (Assistant Professors) specifically for Physically Disabled (PH) candidates in various Non-Government Grant-in-aid Arts, Commerce, Science, Home Science, Education (B.Ed.), and Law colleges across Gujarat.
Job Overview
This recruitment drive is exclusively dedicated to Physically Disabled (PH) candidates wishing to pursue a career in higher education. It is the second attempt to fill 136 remaining vacancies. Selected candidates will receive a fixed salary of Rs. 52,000/- per month for the first five years of probation.
Key Highlights
| Organization | Commissionerate of Higher Education, Gandhinagar, Gujarat |
| Post Name | Adhyapak Sahayak (Assistant Professor) |
| Recruitment Type | Special Recruitment Drive for Physically Disabled (PH) |
| Total Vacancies | 136 |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Salary | Fixed Salary Rs. 52,000/- per month (for first five years) |
| Application Mode | Online |
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 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 Civil Surgeon/Medical Board of a Government Hospital is mandatory.
- 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 a recognized university.
- Eligibility Tests: Candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC/CSIR, or SLET/SET of Gujarat State. Ph.D. holders are exempted as per UGC Regulations.
- Language: Knowledge of the Gujarati language (reading, writing, and speaking) is necessary.
Age Limit
The age limit applicable for candidates will be as per the prevailing rules and regulations of the Government of Gujarat for recruitment in Grant-in-aid colleges. Candidates should 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 merit-based followed by an interview:
- Merit Scoring: Candidates are scored out of 100 based on academic records, Research Publications, Teaching Experience, and Awards.
- Shortlisting: Candidates are called for Document Verification and Interviews based on their merit rank.
- Interview: Final selection is based on performance in the oral interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the Commissionerate of Higher Education.
- 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.
- Ensure all certificates are acquired before the last date of application.
- Original documents must be produced at the time of document verification and interview.
Conclusion
Eligible Physically Disabled candidates should utilize this significant opportunity to join the higher education department of the Gujarat State Government. Ensure your UDID and educational documents are ready and apply online between March 11th and March 25th, 2026.
