Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Recruitment 2025

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Chair Professor. This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Location

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

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Deadline

15th January

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Published

27th December 2025

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Banaras Hindu University Recruitment 2025-26 – Chair Professor (Dr. Ambedkar Chair)

Advertisement No. 05/2025-26 – Faculty of Social Sciences

Organization Details

Organization Name (English)	Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Organization Name (Hindi)	काशी हिन्दू विश्वविद्यालय (बीएचयू)

Post / Designation

Designation (English)	Chair Professor for Dr. Ambedkar Chair, Faculty of Social Sciences
Designation (Hindi)	डॉ. अम्बेडकर चेयर प्रोफेसर, सामाजिक विज्ञान संकाय

Job Location / Address

City	Varanasi
State	Uttar Pradesh
Country	India
Postal Code	221005
Street Address	Holkar House, Office of the Registrar, Recruitment & Assessment Cell, BHU

Salary Details

Base Pay	Academic Level-14 with rationalized entry pay of ₹1,82,200/- per month as per UGC/Government norms.

Employment Type

Faculty/Academic appointment on Deputation basis as per Government of India norms.
Category: Temporary / Contractual (as defined by deputation terms).

Important Dates

Last Date for Online Application	15 January 2026
Last Date for Hard Copy Submission	20 January 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)

Application Process

Apply online through BHU/Samarth e-Governance portal.
After successful submission, download the application form and attach supporting documents.
Send the hard copy to:
Office of the Registrar, Recruitment & Assessment Cell,
Holkar House, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi – 221005, Uttar Pradesh.
Ensure that the application reaches on or before 20.01.2026 up to 5:00 PM.

Eligibility Criteria

Option A: Academic Scholar Category

Ph.D. degree in one of the following subjects: Economics, Political Science, Religious Studies, Philosophy, Constitutional Studies, Education, Anthropology, Sociology, Social Work, Law, or Human Rights.
Minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC listed journals.
Minimum research score of 120 as per UGC Regulations (Appendix II).
At least 10 years of teaching experience in a University/College or equivalent research experience with evidence of guiding doctoral candidates.

Option B: Outstanding Professional Category

Ph.D. degree in the relevant discipline from an academic institution or industry organization.
Significant contribution to the field supported by documentary evidence.
At least 10 years of professional experience in the relevant area.

Age Limit

No specific age limit mentioned in the notification. Candidates are advised to refer to Government/BHU norms for deputation-based appointments.

Reservation Details

Reservation details are not specified in the notification. The selection will likely follow Government of India and BHU reservation norms.

Application Fees

The notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates should verify on the official Samarth e-Governance portal during online application submission.

Selection Process

Screening and shortlisting of applications based on eligibility criteria.
Assessment and Interview by the Selection Committee as per UGC and Government of India guidelines for Chair Professor positions.

Helpline / Contact Information

Office Address	Office of the Registrar, Recruitment & Assessment Cell, Holkar House, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi – 221005, Uttar Pradesh, India
Phone / Email	Not provided in the notification. Candidates may contact the BHU Recruitment & Assessment Cell through official channels.

Additional Information

The Dr. Ambedkar Chair is established to promote advanced research and scholarship on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s philosophy and social justice.
The Chair will engage in teaching, research, organizing seminars/workshops, supervising doctoral students, and publishing academic work.
Expected to guide at least five doctoral candidates during the tenure.