MSU Baroda HPP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 312 Posts

Q: What is the difference between ADE 9/17 (GIA) and ADE 9/18 (HPP) notifications?

ADE 9/17 is for Temporary posts against **sanctioned vacant positions under Grant-in-Aid (GIA)** programmes of MSU Baroda. ADE 9/18 is for Temporary posts in **Higher Payment Programmes (HPP)** — self-financed programmes run by the University. Both are for 11 months tenure for the Academic Year 2026-2027. Candidates applying for both must submit separate applications.

Q: What is the last date to apply online for MSU Baroda HPP 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 Vacancy312

SalaryAs per Executive Council Resolution of MSU Baroda (Consolidated HPP salary as per University norms, approx. ₹40,000 - ₹57,700/Month for Temporary Assistant Professor)

LocationGujarat

Last Date30/04/2026

Short Information: The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (MSU) has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt No: ADE 9/18 of 2025-2026) for 312 Temporary Assistant Professor / Teaching Assistant / Lecturer (Polytechnic) posts in Higher Payment Programmes (HPP) for the Academic Year 2026-2027. 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 temporary basis for 11 months. 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 HPP 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 HPP 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 HPP Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: 312 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Temporary Assistant Professor / Teaching Assistant / Lecturer (Polytechnic) — HPP	312	Master's Degree with 55% marks + NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D. as per UGC/AICTE/PCI/NCTE Regulations.
Total Vacancy	312

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

Faculty / Institution	EWS	SC	ST	S E B C	UR	Total
Faculty of Arts	1	0	1	2	3	7
Faculty of Science	4	3	6	11	17	41
Faculty of Commerce	10	7	14	26	39	96
Faculty of Technology & Engineering	1	1	2	4	5	13
Faculty of Family & Community Sciences	3	2	5	9	14	33
Faculty of Education & Psychology	3	2	5	9	13	32
Faculty of Pharmacy	1	1	1	2	4	9
Faculty of Social Work	0	0	1	1	1	3
Faculty of Fine Arts (MRID)	1	1	1	2	3	8
Faculty of Journalism & Communication	0	1	1	1	2	5
Faculty of Law	2	1	2	4	6	15
Faculty of Management Studies	0	0	1	1	2	4
Polytechnic	4	2	5	9	14	34
Faculty of Performing Arts	1	1	2	3	5	12
Total	31	22	47	84	128	312
Note:Total HPP vacancies: 312 (EWS: 31, SC: 22, ST: 47, SEBC: 84, UR: 128). Faculty of Performing Arts posts are additional under GIA due to NEP — GIA norms applicable.

MSU Baroda HPP Assistant Professor Online Form 2026Eligibility Criteria

Assistant Professor (Arts/Science/Commerce/Law/FCSc/Social Work/Journalism): 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 for appointment.
Faculty of Technology & 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 Pharmacy (PCI/AICTE): B.Pharm and M.Pharm degree each with First Class or equivalence in appropriate branch recognized by Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).
Faculty of Management Studies: Bachelor's degree + Master's in MBA/PGDM/CA/ICWA/CS/M.Com with First Class + 2 years professional experience + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D.
Polytechnic Lecturer (Level-9A): B.E./B.Tech./B.S. in relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent. Master's degree holders must have First Class at either Bachelor's or Master's level.
Faculty of Fine Arts (MRID) / Performing Arts: Master's Degree with 55% marks in relevant subject + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. OR Traditional/Professional artist with Bachelor's degree and commendable professional achievement.
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.

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

Post Name	Salary Level
Temporary Assistant Professor (HPP)	Consolidated salary as per Executive Council Resolution of MSU Baroda (approx. ₹40,000 - ₹57,700 per month based on UGC norms)
Temporary Teaching Assistant (HPP)	Fixed consolidated monthly salary as per University norms
Temporary Lecturer Polytechnic (HPP)	Level-9A as per AICTE Regulations (Consolidated)

MSU Baroda HPP 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 HPP 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 purposes 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, PCI 2014, NCTE 2014, NCERT 2018, and Gujarat Public Universities Act 2023 (Statutes 127, 130 and Annexure: C).

Recruitment Note: Nature of Appointment (HPP)

Purely temporary in nature for the Academic Year 2026-2027 under Higher Payment Programmes (HPP) for a period of eleven (11) months. The appointment is made in accordance with the Gujarat Public Universities Act, 2023 and the Gujarat Public Universities Uniform Statutes, 2024. No right to continuation, regularization, or permanent appointment shall be conferred.

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

No written examination is conducted for these Assistant Professor HPP 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 HPP 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: Separate Application for Each Post

Candidates applying for more than one position must submit a separate application for each position. For common subjects listed in the notification, applicants shall have to apply only once.

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: HPP Note

These posts are under Higher Payment Programmes (HPP) — self-financed programmes run by MSU Baroda. Salary and service conditions are as per the resolution of the Executive Council of MSU Baroda.

Recruitment Note: Jurisdiction

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

MSU Baroda HPP Assistant Professor Online Form 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. ADE 9/18 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 (HPP - Temporary)
Total Vacancy	312
Salary	As per Executive Council Resolution of MSU Baroda (Consolidated HPP salary as per University norms, approx. ₹40,000 - ₹57,700/Month for Temporary Assistant Professor)
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 HPP Assistant Professor? ▼

Ans: The HPP 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), the approximate starting in-hand salary ranges from ₹40,000 to ₹57,700 per month depending on the Faculty/Department. Final amount is as per University HPP norms.

Q.2 What is the difference between ADE 9/17 (GIA) and ADE 9/18 (HPP) notifications? ▼

Ans: ADE 9/17 is for Temporary posts against sanctioned vacant positions under Grant-in-Aid (GIA) programmes of MSU Baroda. ADE 9/18 is for Temporary posts in Higher Payment Programmes (HPP) — self-financed programmes run by the University. Both are for 11 months tenure for the Academic Year 2026-2027. Candidates applying for both must submit separate applications.

Q.3 What is the last date to apply online for MSU Baroda HPP 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.4 Is there any negative marking in the 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.5 Is NET/SLET/SET mandatory for MSU Baroda HPP Assistant Professor posts? ▼

Ans: Yes, NET/SLET/SET is mandatory along with Master's degree with 55% marks. However, candidates awarded a Ph.D. Degree as per UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016 (and amendments) are exempted from NET/SLET/SET. Also, NET/SLET/SET is not required for Master's Programmes in disciplines for which NET/SLET/SET test is not conducted.

Q.6 How to download the MSU Baroda HPP 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 9/18 of 2025-2026 to download the complete PDF with department-wise HPP vacancies, eligibility criteria and general terms & conditions.