The Commissionerate of Higher Education, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, has announced an official notification for the Adhyapak Sahayak Recruitment 2026. This recruitment process is a special drive (Second Attempt) 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. This drive is exclusively dedicated to Physically Disabled (PH) candidates to fill 136 vacancies.
Job Overview
This special recruitment drive aims to fill 136 Adhyapak Sahayak positions for Physically Disabled (PH) candidates. Selected candidates will receive a fixed salary of Rs. 52,000/- per month for the first five years of probation. This is a significant opportunity for differently-abled academic professionals to join the higher education department of the Gujarat State Government.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 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 with a valid UDID card or a certificate issued by a competent medical authority as per government norms. 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. Additionally, candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) or SLET/SET. Candidates with a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC regulations are exempted from NET/SLET/SET. Specific qualifications apply for Education faculty positions 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/- (Non-refundable).
- Payment Mode: Online through the payment gateway provided on the recruitment website.
Selection Process
The selection process is based on a merit-based shortlisting followed by an interview. Candidates are scored based on academic records, research publications, teaching experience, and awards. Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and interviews based on their merit rank. 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 online.
- Review all details, submit the application form, and take a printout for future reference.
Official Notification & Links
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 candidates are encouraged to utilize this window to apply for these prestigious positions in the academic sector. Ensure educational documents and UDID are ready to avoid last-minute hurdles and apply online before the deadline.
