MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 27 Posts

Q: What is the difference between CES, HPP and GIA positions at MSU Baroda?

**CES (ADE 3/19)**: Contractual Educational Services — 4-year contract at Higher Payment Academic Programmes (longer tenure). **HPP (ADE 9/18)**: Temporary posts of 11 months in Higher Payment Programmes (self-financed). **GIA (ADE 9/17)**: Temporary posts of up to 11 months against sanctioned vacant positions in Grant-in-Aid programmes. Candidates can apply for more than one with separate applications.

Q: What is the last date to apply online for MSU Baroda CES Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submission of online applications is **30/04/2026 till 06:00 PM**. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be considered under any circumstances.

📅 Posted: 31/03/2026 📝 Updated: 21/04/2026

Total Vacancy27

SalaryAs per Executive Council Resolution of MSU Baroda (Consolidated CES salary, approx. ₹50,000 - ₹70,000/Month based on UGC Level-10 norms, subject to financial viability)

LocationGujarat

Last Date30/04/2026

Short Information: The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (MSU) has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt No: ADE 3/19 of 2025-2026) for 27 Assistant Professor positions under Contractual Educational Services (CES) for a period of four (4) years at various Higher Payment Academic Programmes. This is a golden opportunity for candidates having Post Graduate (PG) with NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. to join one of Gujarat's premier NAAC 'A+' accredited universities on a 4-year contractual basis. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 07 April 2026 to 30 April 2026 through the official MSUB Recruitment Portal msubaroda.ac.in.

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MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Online Form 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	31/03/2026
Application Begin	07/04/2026
Last Date to Apply	30/04/2026
Pay Exam Fee Last Date	30/04/2026
Exam Date	To be notified

MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Online Form 2026 2026Application Fee

General	₹500
SC / ST / SEBC / EWS	₹250
PwBD	₹0

Payment: Online (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card)

MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 27 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Assistant Professor (Contractual Educational Services - CES) — 4 Years	27	Master's Degree with 55% marks + NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D. as per UGC/AICTE Regulations.
Total Vacancy	27

Recruitment Table: Faculty / College / Institution Wise Vacancy (CES)

Faculty / Institution	EWS	SC	ST	S E B C	UR	Total
Faculty of Science	1	0	1	1	1	4
Faculty of Technology & Engineering	1	1	1	1	2	6
Faculty of Commerce	1	1	2	4	7	15
Faculty of Family & Community Sciences	0	0	0	1	1	2
Total	3	2	4	7	11	27
Note:Total CES vacancies: 27 (EWS: 3, SC: 2, ST: 4, SEBC: 7, UR: 11). Appointment is subject to financial viability of the concerned program.

Recruitment Table: Department / Program Wise Vacancy Break-up (CES)

Department / Program	EWS	SC	ST	S E B C	UR	Total
BCA + MSC IT (Science)	1	0	1	1	1	4
Computer Science & Engineering MCA (Tech & Engg.)	1	1	0	0	1	3
Mechanical Engineering (Tech & Engg.)	0	0	1	1	1	3
Accounting & Financial Management (Commerce)	1	0	2	2	5	10
Commerce & Business Management (Commerce)	0	0	0	2	0	2
Banking & Insurance (Commerce)	0	0	0	0	1	1
English (Commerce)	0	1	0	0	1	2
B.Sc. (Honors) Interior Design (FCSc)	0	0	0	1	1	2
Total	3	2	4	7	11	27

MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Online Form 2026Eligibility Criteria

Assistant Professor (Commerce / Science / FCSc): Master's degree with minimum 55% marks in concerned/relevant/allied subject from a recognized Indian University (or equivalent foreign degree) + NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations, 2018.
Ph.D. Holders Exemption: Candidates awarded Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 (and amendments) are exempted from NET/SLET/SET.
Faculty of Technology & Engineering — Mechanical Engineering (AICTE): B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. or Integrated M.Tech. in relevant branch with First Class or equivalent in any one of the degrees with consistently Good Academic record.
Faculty of Technology & Engineering — MCA (AICTE): B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. or Integrated M.Tech. with First Class in any one degree OR B.E./B.Tech. and MCA with First Class in any one of the two degrees OR Graduation (3 years) with Mathematics as compulsory subject + MCA with First Class + 2 years relevant experience after MCA.
B.Sc. Honors Interior Design: Master's degree with 55% marks in concerned/relevant subject + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. (where applicable).
Relaxation: 5% marks relaxation at Bachelor's and Master's level for SC/ST/SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwBD candidates.
Other Conditions: Knowledge of Gujarati is desirable. Candidates must fulfil all eligibility conditions as on the last date of submission (30/04/2026).
Candidate must not have any criminal background or pending disciplinary proceedings.
Candidates applying for more than one position must submit a separate application for each position.

MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Online Form 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Assistant Professor (CES)	Consolidated salary as per Executive Council Resolution of MSU Baroda (approx. ₹50,000 - ₹70,000 per month, based on UGC Academic Level-10 norms)

MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Online Form 2026Selection Process Steps

Submission of Online Application Form with A/R Score (Academic/Research Score)
Shortlisting based on academic record, research credentials, subject relevance and institutional needs
Document Verification
Screening Test (if applicable)
Personal Interview — evaluation of domain knowledge, teaching skills, teaching aptitude, communication skills, ICT skills, co/extra-curricular activities and ERP technical skills

MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Online Form 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Selection Mode Overview

Mode: Shortlisting + Personal Interview (No written examination for Assistant Professor posts).
A/R Score: Academic / Research Score as per UGC Regulations 2018 used for shortlisting only.
Final Selection: Based only on performance in the Personal Interview.
Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in official notification (No written exam applicable).
Governing Rules: UGC Regulations 2018, AICTE 2019, and Gujarat Public Universities Act 2023 (Statutes 127, 130 and Annexure: C).

Recruitment Note: Nature of Appointment (CES)

Appointment under Contractual Educational Services (CES) for a period of four (4) years at various Higher Payment Academic Programmes. The appointment is subject to the financial viability of the concerned program. This is a longer-tenure contractual opportunity compared to the 11-month temporary posts. No right to permanent status, regularization, or parity with permanent employees.

MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Online Form 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

No written examination is conducted for these CES Assistant Professor positions. Selection is based on Academic/Research Score (A/R Score) evaluation and Personal Interview as per UGC Regulations 2018.

📚 Interview Evaluation Parameters (UGC 2018)

Academic Record & Research Performance
Domain Knowledge of the concerned subject
Teaching Skills & Teaching Aptitude
Communication Skills
ICT Skills (Computer & Digital)
Participation in Co/Extra-curricular activities
Technical knowledge including ERP skills

MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Online Form 2026How to Apply

Visit the MSUB Recruitment Portal.
Complete mandatory Registration on the portal using a valid mobile number and email address.
Log in and fill the Online Application Form carefully after reading the eligibility criteria.
Upload required documents: Passport-size photo (3.5x3.5 cm, up to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG), Signature (up to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG), Certificates/Mark Sheets/Caste/Disability etc. (PDF only, up to 512 KB per file).
Enter Academic/Research Score (A/R Score) with supporting documentary evidence.
Pay the application fee online via Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card (Google Pay/Wallet not preferred).
Submit and Confirm the application before 30/04/2026, 06:00 PM. Once confirmed, the form cannot be edited.
Take a printout and keep 2 sets of the System Generated Application Form with supporting documents for interview stage.
In-service candidates must upload a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer in the prescribed format.

Recruitment Note: Financial Viability Clause

The appointment to the post of Assistant Professor under Contractual Educational Services (CES) shall be subject to the financial viability of the concerned program. The University reserves the right to not fill the posts if the program is not financially viable.

Recruitment Note: Technical Support

For technical difficulties while submitting online application, contact via e-mail only at: recruitment@msubaroda.ac.in up to 5 days before the last date. Queries other than technical will not be entertained.

Recruitment Note: Jurisdiction

Any dispute regarding the recruitment will fall under the jurisdiction of Vadodara, Gujarat State.

Recruitment Note: Reservation

Reservation policy as per Government of Gujarat policy. PwD reservation as per Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat Circular No. અપગ/૧૧૨૦૨૦/૪૭૩૬૨/છ-૧(પાર્ટ-૪).

MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor Online Form 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. ADE 3/19 of 2025-2026	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.

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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	MSU Baroda
Post Name	Assistant Professor (CES - 4 Years Contract)
Total Vacancy	27
Salary	As per Executive Council Resolution of MSU Baroda (Consolidated CES salary, approx. ₹50,000 - ₹70,000/Month based on UGC Level-10 norms, subject to financial viability)
Job Location	Gujarat
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	30/04/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for MSU Baroda CES Assistant Professor? ▼

Ans: The CES salary is decided as per the resolution passed by the Executive Council of MSU Baroda and is paid as a consolidated monthly amount. Based on UGC norms for Assistant Professor (Academic Level-10, ₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400), the approximate starting in-hand salary for CES ranges from ₹50,000 to ₹70,000 per month. Final amount is as per University CES norms and subject to financial viability.

Q.2 What is the difference between CES, HPP and GIA positions at MSU Baroda? ▼

Ans: CES (ADE 3/19): Contractual Educational Services — 4-year contract at Higher Payment Academic Programmes (longer tenure). HPP (ADE 9/18): Temporary posts of 11 months in Higher Payment Programmes (self-financed). GIA (ADE 9/17): Temporary posts of up to 11 months against sanctioned vacant positions in Grant-in-Aid programmes. Candidates can apply for more than one with separate applications.

Q.3 What is the tenure of CES Assistant Professor appointment? ▼

Ans: The appointment under Contractual Educational Services (CES) is for a period of four (4) years, subject to the financial viability of the concerned program. This is longer than the 11-month temporary posts under ADE 9/17 and ADE 9/18 notifications.

Q.4 What is the last date to apply online for MSU Baroda CES Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: The last date for submission of online applications is 30/04/2026 till 06:00 PM. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be considered under any circumstances.

Q.5 Is there any negative marking in the CES selection process? ▼

Ans: No negative marking mentioned in official notification. There is no written examination for these posts. Selection is based on Academic/Research Score (A/R Score) evaluation for shortlisting and Personal Interview as per UGC Regulations 2018.

Q.6 How to download the MSU Baroda CES Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: Visit the official website www.msubaroda.ac.in or the MSUB Recruitment Portal at msubaroda.ac.in/Recruitment. Look for the 'Recruitment' / 'News & Announcements' section and click on Notification No. ADE 3/19 of 2025-2026 to download the complete PDF with department-wise CES vacancies, eligibility criteria and general terms & conditions.