The Department of Education, Lakshadweep Administration, is inviting applications for a 19-post contractual faculty panel for its Government Colleges. Listed qualifications range from graduate and postgraduate degrees to M.E./M.Tech, M.Ed and Ph.D; applicants should check which criteria apply to their selected post. The application deadline is 15 November 2026.
Vacancy Summary
| Organization | Lakshadweep Administration |
|---|---|
| Positions | Principal, Assistant Professor, Lecturer |
| Qualification | Graduate, Post Graduate, M.E/M.Tech, M.Ed, M.Phil/Ph.D, M.Sc, MBA/PGDM, MCA |
| Advertisement number | LD-23004/1/2025-Acd-Wng-Dir of Edn (4) |
| Application deadline | 15-11-2026 |
The panel covers Principal, Assistant Professor and Lecturer roles at the Government College of Arts & Science, Government College of Education and Government Polytechnic College. Engagement is contractual. The notice gives one vacancy for each listed post or discipline.
Eligibility
The qualifications below are post-specific. Applicants should check the detailed criteria for their selected discipline in the official notification. Prescribed qualifications must be held when submitting the application.
Principal, Government College of Arts & Science
- Essential: Ph.D. in regular mode, as per UGC norms, in Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Vocational or Education.
- Desirable — any one: two years’ experience as Principal; eight years’ combined experience as Associate Professor/Professor; or 12 years’ combined experience as Lecturer/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor at a Government-recognized college or institution.
Assistant Professor, Government College of Arts & Science
| Post or discipline | Essential qualification |
|---|---|
| English, Economics, Political Science, Commerce | Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, and UGC NET/JRF. |
| Aqua Culture | Master’s degree in a relevant subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, and UGC NET/JRF. |
| Software Development | M.Tech/M.Sc/MCA or equivalent with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, UGC NET/JRF in the subject concerned, and other qualifications prescribed by the apex body. |
| Tourism and Service Industry; Catering and Hospitality | Master’s degree in the subject concerned with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, and UGC NET. |
| Food Processing and Preservation Technology | M.Sc. in a listed relevant food, nutrition or allied discipline, with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, and UGC-CSIR NET as per UGC Regulations. |
| BBA Tourism | A listed relevant master’s degree in tourism, hospitality or management, with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, UGC/CSIR NET and other qualifications prescribed by the apex body. |
| Computer Science | Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology or a closely related discipline, with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, and UGC NET or a UGC-recognized relevant test. |
| Psychology | M.Sc/MA Psychology with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, UGC NET/JRF and other qualifications prescribed by the UGC. |
For Food Processing and Preservation Technology, listed specializations include food processing, preservation, engineering, microbiology, chemistry, packaging, safety, quality assurance, bakery technology, fruit and vegetable processing, dairy technology, functional foods and nutraceuticals.
Desirable criteria generally include one to five years of relevant teaching experience at a Government-recognized college or institution and a Ph.D. in the subject concerned, as per UGC norms. The notice specifies preferences for relevant Ph.D. candidates and teaching or industrial experience for Food Processing and Preservation Technology and BBA Tourism; it lists a relevant Ph.D. as desirable for Computer Science.
Assistant Professor, Government College of Education
| Post | Essential qualification |
|---|---|
| Social Science Education | Master’s degree in a Social Science subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, M.Ed with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, and UGC NET/JRF in Education. |
| Mathematics Education | Master’s degree in Mathematics with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, M.Ed with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, and UGC NET/JRF in Education. |
| General Education | Master’s degree in a Science or Arts subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, M.Ed with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, and UGC NET/JRF in Education. |
Desirable for all three posts: one to five years of relevant teaching experience at a Government-recognized college or institution and a Ph.D. in the subject concerned, as per UGC norms.
Lecturer, Government Polytechnic College
| Post | Essential qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering; Electrical & Electronic Engineering | B.E./B.Tech/B.S. in the relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent grade. | Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent grade, or a relevant Ph.D. approved by UGC or another apex body; experience as Lecturer in the relevant subject at a Government-recognized Polytechnic College. |
| Mathematics | Master’s degree in the relevant subject with First Class or equivalent grade, and UGC/CSIR NET or a similar UGC-accredited test such as SLET/SET, or a relevant Ph.D. approved by UGC. | One to five years of relevant teaching experience at a Government-recognized college or institution and a Ph.D. in the subject concerned, as per UGC norms. |
A Ph.D. holder may be exempt from UGC-NET if the degree meets the applicable UGC cut-off and other mandatory conditions. Ph.D. degrees must comply with relevant UGC regulations. Only experience in the corresponding post at Government-recognized institutions is considered. Relaxation in qualifying marks for eligible categories follows Government of India norms. Other applicable rules include those of the Government of India, UGC, NCTE, AICTE, the concerned university and other statutory or regulatory bodies.
Age Limit
- Teaching faculty: 22 to 60 years.
- Principal: 30 to 65 years.
Salary
The notice specifies fixed consolidated monthly remuneration:
- Principal: Rs. 1,00,000.
- Assistant Professor: Rs. 50,000.
- Lecturer: Rs. 40,000.
Important Dates
- Online application begins: 30 October 2026.
- Checklist publication: 20 November 2026.
- Interview list publication: 24 November 2026 (tentative).
- Interviews: from 27 November 2026 onwards (tentative).
Application Fees
The official notification does not specify an application fee.
Selection Process
Only shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview, held online or in person as decided by the Department. A merit or rank list is published after the interview. Selected candidates must submit their willingness to accept the post immediately after publication of the list.
| Assessment component | Assistant Professor and Lecturer | Principal |
|---|---|---|
| Qualification | Essential qualification: 75% | Postgraduate qualification: 75% |
| Additional assessment | Desirable qualification: 10% (Ph.D. 5%, experience 5%) | M.Phil: 5%; experience: 5% |
| Interview | 15% | 15% |
| Total | 100% | 100% |
For relevant experience, one point is awarded for every 12 months, up to five points. Experience certificates without valid, verifiable details of the issuing authority are rejected. Physical interviews are held at the Directorate of Education, Kavaratti. Candidates attend in the mode selected in the application and approved by the Department; failure to attend at the scheduled time and in the prescribed mode means no further opportunity.
Documents to Prepare
Upload copies of relevant certificates with the application. The notice lists the following documents where applicable:
- Certificates of qualifications; originals must be produced for verification when required.
- Experience certificates and documentary evidence that the institution is Government-recognized.
- For Ph.D. qualifications, a certificate from the university or competent regulatory authority confirming the award complies with applicable UGC norms.
- For a degree obtained through distance mode, a certificate from UGC or the concerned university establishing that the degree is recognized and valid.
- References or guidelines from the Government of India, UGC, NCTE, AICTE or another relevant body establishing the validity of certificates.
- An English version or duly authenticated English translation of any certificate issued in another language.
How to Apply
- Open the Lakshadweep online application portal and complete the application by the closing date.
- Provide a valid and correct email address.
- Select an interview mode, online or in person. The notice says this choice is final and cannot be changed.
- Upload copies of relevant certificates with the application.
The Department advises applicants to check the Lakshadweep Administration website for official notifications and updates. Read the official notification (PDF) for the detailed post-wise criteria and conditions.
Application deadline: 15-11-2026
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Review the official notification for the requirements tied to your chosen Principal, Assistant Professor or Lecturer post before submitting your application by 15 November 2026.
