Overview
Ram Lal Anand College, a prestigious Delhi University college, is recruiting 20 Assistant Professors across multiple departments. This is an excellent opportunity for postgraduate degree holders and NET-qualified candidates to start their academic career in a renowned institution. If you have a Master’s degree and NET qualification, this is the job for you.
🏢 Organization Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Institution Name | Ram Lal Anand College |
| Affiliation | University of Delhi |
| Location | New Delhi |
| Type | Autonomous College (Delhi University) |
| Established | Government-recognized academic institution |
📊 Total Vacancies
Total Posts: 20 Assistant Professor positions
Spread across multiple departments including Commerce, Computer Science, Economics, English, Environmental Studies, Hindi, History, Management Studies, Mathematics, Microbiology, Political Science, and Physical Education.
💼 Post Type
Assistant Professor (Full-Time Academic Position)
Entry-level academic position for qualified researchers and educators ready to build a long-term career in higher education.
🕐 Job Type
Regular Permanent Position
This is a permanent academic appointment with all benefits of a Delhi University college position.
💻 Application Mode
Online Only
Applications must be submitted online through the college’s official portal. No offline or physical applications are accepted.
🌐 Official Website
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 29 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 March 2026 (or 2 weeks from Employment News publication, whichever is later) |
| Screening & Shortlisting | To be announced |
| Interview Date | To be announced |
| Result / Selection List Release | To be announced |
Note: Monitor college website regularly for interview schedule and result announcements.
📍 Vacancy Details by Department
| Department | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Commerce | 04 |
| Computer Science | 02 |
| Economics | 01 |
| English | 01 |
| Environmental Studies | 02 |
| Hindi | 01 |
| History | 01 |
| Management Studies | 02 |
| Mathematics | 01 |
| Microbiology | 01 |
| Political Science | 02 |
| Physical Education | 02 |
| TOTAL | 20 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
You must meet ALL of the following requirements to be eligible:
Essential Qualifications:
✓ Master’s Degree: A Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade point) in your subject from an Indian university or accredited foreign university
✓ NET Qualification: You must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by:
- UGC (University Grants Commission), OR
- CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research)
Alternative to NET:
If you don’t have NET, you can still apply if you have a Ph.D. from a top-ranked university. The foreign university must rank in Top 500 globally according to any one of these:
- QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) Ranking
- THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking
- ARWU (Academic Ranking of World Universities)
Important Notes:
- Master’s degree must be in your concerned, relevant, or allied subject
- The degree must be in the same or related field as the position you’re applying for
- Time spent on M.Phil./Ph.D. does NOT count as teaching/research experience
- Active teaching while doing research counts as teaching experience
💰 Salary / Stipend (Per Month)
| Salary Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary | ₹57,700/- |
| Pay Grade | Level 10 (VIIth Pay Commission) |
| Allowances | As per University of Delhi rules |
| Nature | Plus usual government allowances |
Total Package Includes:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical benefits
- Provident Fund (PF)
- Gratuity
- Other standard government benefits
Note: This is a permanent position with full government benefits of a Delhi University college.
🎯 Selection Process
The selection happens in 2 main stages:
Stage 1: Screening & Shortlisting
- Evaluation Method: Applications screened on a 100-point scale based on your qualifications, experience, and publications
- Minimum Score: You must score at least 55 marks to be shortlisted
- Relaxation for Reserved: SC/ST/PwD candidates get 5 marks relaxation (minimum 50 marks needed)
- If Insufficient Candidates: The minimum score can be relaxed down to 50 marks for UR/EWS and 45 marks for SC/ST/PwD
Shortlisting Ratio:
- For 1st vacancy: Top 40 candidates called for interview
- For each additional vacancy: Top 20 more candidates per vacancy
- All tied candidates: If multiple candidates score the same cutoff marks, all are included
Important: Publications Must Be Real
- Publications “under submission” or sent to referees won’t be counted
- Only published/accepted papers count
- Documents must match screening guidelines exactly
Stage 2: Interview Process
Step 1 – Presentation Assessment (Committee Round):
- Shortlisted candidates give presentations
- A designated committee assesses your knowledge and presentation skills
- This is a preliminary evaluation
Step 2 – Selection Committee Interview:
- Final interview by the official Selection Committee
- They assess your overall suitability as an academic
- Both your research and teaching potential are evaluated
Interview Qualifications:
You must score minimum marks in interview (details in notification)
Final Selection:
Your final score is based on:
- Your screening marks + interview performance combined
- Final list prepared and announced on college website
⏳ Age Limit
No specific age limit mentioned for this position.
(Eligible candidates of any age who meet educational qualifications can apply)
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
Step 1: Check Your Eligibility
- Do you have a Master’s degree with 55% marks?
- Have you cleared NET (UGC/CSIR)?
- OR do you have Ph.D. from top-500 global university?
- If yes to above, proceed to apply
Step 2: Gather Required Documents
- Master’s degree certificate & mark sheet
- NET certificate (if applicable)
- Ph.D. certificate (if applying on PhD basis)
- List of publications with proof
- Teaching/research experience certificates
- Any relevant credentials for your field
Step 3: Register on Portal
- Visit college website: www.rlacollege.edu.in
- Go to “Online Application Portal”
- Create new user account with email & password
- Note your application number
Step 4: Fill Online Application Form
- Enter personal details accurately
- Select your department/subject
- Upload qualifications (certificates, transcripts)
- List your publications with details
- Mention teaching/research experience
- Upload all supporting documents
Step 5: Pay Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹500 (online payment)
- SC/ST/PwD/Women: FREE (no fee)
- Special: No fee if you applied in previous advertisement where interview wasn’t conducted (provide proof)
- Payment through: Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking
Step 6: Submit Application
- Review all information carefully
- Submit the application
- Save confirmation page
- Screenshot or note your application reference
Step 7: Monitor Progress
- Keep checking college website for shortlist
- Check your email for interview notification
- All updates sent to registered email only
Important Application Tips:
✓ Apply early – avoid last minute rush ✓ Double-check all information – cannot edit after submission ✓ Use a valid, active email ID you’ll monitor regularly ✓ Apply separately for each department if interested in multiple posts ✓ Keep digital copies of all documents for verification ✓ Don’t apply if you don’t meet minimum qualifications
⚙️ Key Documents Required
At Application Submission Stage:
You must upload scanned copies of:
✓ Educational Certificates:
- Master’s degree certificate
- Mark sheets of all semesters/years
- NET certificate (UGC/CSIR)
- Ph.D. certificate (if applicable)
- Any other relevant degrees
✓ Category Certificates (if claiming reserved category benefits):
- SC/ST certificate from competent authority
- OBC (non-creamy layer) certificate – must be current financial year
- EWS certificate
- PwD/Disability Certificate showing minimum 40% disability
✓ Publication List:
- List of your publications with:
- Journal/book names
- Publication dates
- Links/references
- Only published/accepted papers count
✓ Experience Documents:
- Teaching experience certificates
- Research experience certificates
- Any relevant work experience
✓ Other Documents:
- Valid email ID (for all communications)
- Phone number
At Interview Stage (Bring Originals):
If shortlisted for interview, bring in person:
✓ All Original Certificates:
- Master’s degree
- Bachelor’s degree (if required)
- NET certificate
- Ph.D. certificate
- Mark sheets
✓ Self-Attested Photocopies:
- Set of self-attested copies of all documents
- Clearly signed and dated by you
- Must match what you uploaded
✓ Category Certificates (if applicable):
- Original SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate
- PwD certificate
✓ Proof of Publications:
- Print copies of published papers
- Links to online publications
- Any proof of your academic work
✓ NOC (if employed):
- If working in government/public sector, bring “No Objection Certificate” from employer
- Must include vigilance clearance
✓ Valid Photo ID:
- Aadhar Card
- Passport
- Voter ID
- Driving License
✓ Important Note:
- Bring originals of ALL documents
- Attested photocopies must be with you
- Incomplete documents = possible rejection
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Portal | https://rec.uod.ac.in/ |
| College Official Website | www.rlacollege.edu.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download from college website |
| Contact Email (Technical Issues) | recruitment@rlacollege.edu.in |
| Application Tracking | Check college website under “Notifications” |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I apply if I don’t have NET but have Ph.D.? A: Yes, if your Ph.D. is from a top-500 ranked foreign university (as per QS/THE/ARWU rankings).
Q: What counts as “teaching experience”? A: Only active teaching service while pursuing Ph.D. counts. Time spent only on research doesn’t count as teaching.
Q: Can I apply for multiple departments? A: Yes, but fill separate applications and pay separate fees for each department.
Q: Is there age limit? A: No specific age limit mentioned in the notification.
Q: When will results be announced? A: Details will be posted on college website – keep checking regularly.
Q: Can women get fee waiver? A: Yes, women applicants are exempted from application fee.
Q: Will I get job confirmation during interview? A: No. Final decision depends on complete selection process and college administration approval.
Q: What if I didn’t apply in time? A: Applications close 02 March 2026. No late applications accepted.
⚠️ Important Things to Remember
✓ Complete Accuracy Required: Any false information = automatic rejection
✓ Fee is Non-Refundable: Once paid, you won’t get it back
✓ Digital Documents: Ensure all documents are clearly scanned and readable
✓ Email Monitoring: All official communication via email only – check regularly
✓ Publication Standards: Only peer-reviewed publications count, not blogs or unpublished work
✓ Certificates Verification: College may verify any document at any time
✓ Reserved Category: Upload certificates in prescribed government format only
✓ Final Authority: College reserves right to cancel recruitment or change number of posts
✓ No Age Consideration: Selection based purely on qualifications and merit
🎁 Why Choose RLAC as Your Career Start?
- Prestigious Institution: Part of University of Delhi
- Permanent Position: Not contract-based – secure job
- Full Benefits: Govt. salary + allowances + pension
- Academic Freedom: Focus on research and quality teaching
- Career Growth: Opportunities for promotion and professional development
- Modern Infrastructure: Well-equipped college facilities
- Scholarly Environment: Community of dedicated academics
📞 For Technical Support
If you face any issues with online application:
Email: recruitment@rlacollege.edu.in
Website: www.rlacollege.edu.in
Important: Apply early to avoid technical issues. Portal may be slow near deadline.
📌 Last Updated: February 3, 2026
For latest updates, visit www.rlacollege.edu.in regularly.
Disclaimer: All information sourced from official Ram Lal Anand College notification. Candidates are advised to verify all details from official sources before applying.



