| Online Application Starts | Active and Open Now |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Available before exam |
| Written Exam / CBT Date | To be notified / Direct Interview |
General: Rs. 600 | OBC / SC / ST: Rs. 300
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Bharathiar University in Coimbatore has issued an official recruitment notice for the post of Director at its Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE).
The recruitment drive aims to appoint an experienced academic administrator to lead distance learning initiatives.
Candidates must download the application form from the university portal and send it by post. The deadline to reach the Registrar office is 30 November 2026 at 5:30 PM.
| Parameter | Official Notification Specification |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Bharathiar University, Coimbatore |
| Post Designation | Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education |
| Total Openings | 1 Post |
| Remuneration / Pay Scale | As per Primary Cadre / State UGC Rules |
| Place of Posting | Bharathiar University Campus, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu |
| Age Limit Benchmark | As per Tamil Nadu State / UGC Regulations |
| Educational Qualification | Ph.D. with Master's Degree and Professor/Associate Professor Experience |
| Selection Mode | Shortlisting and Personal Interview |
| Application Deadline | 30 November 2026, 5:30 PM |
| Official Board Portal | b-u.ac.in |
The registration window opened on 1 November 2026 for downloading physical application sets. Candidates need to send their documents early so they reach Coimbatore well in time.
Postal delays won't be excused. Mark your calendar and arrange your testimonials right away.
| Recruitment Event | Important Date / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | 1 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starting Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment Deadline | 30 November 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 30 November 2026 (5:30 PM) |
| Admit Card Download Availability | To be announced |
| Written Exam / CBT Schedule | To be notified via post/email |
The administration announced exactly one opening for the Director position. The cadre falls under single-cadre recruitment rules at the university level.
Reservation rosters follow Tamil Nadu government and university guidelines for higher academic posts.
| Cadre / Candidate Category | Vacancy Allocation | Reservation Quota Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) / General | 1 Post | Open Academic Competition |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | Nil | Applicable as per State Rules |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy) | Nil | Applicable as per State Rules |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | Nil | Applicable as per State Rules |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | Nil | Applicable as per State Rules |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Nil | Horizontal Rules Apply |
| Total Notified Openings | 1 Post | Single Isolated Cadre Post |
D. degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university.
A Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) is required.
Candidates must show active engagement in research, published works of high quality, and distance education administration experience.
A minimum of 10 to 15 years of teaching and research experience in universities or colleges is required.
Applicants should already hold the rank of Professor or Associate Professor in their primary cadre.
Administrative experience in running distance learning programs or heading university departments gives applicants a practical advantage.
Age cutoffs are governed by Tamil Nadu state service conditions and UGC guidelines for senior leadership posts. Candidates currently in university service can apply through proper channels.
Retirement rules of the university will determine the final age ceiling.
| Candidate Category | Permissible Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years Relaxation |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer) | 3 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD (Unreserved / General) | 10 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD (OBC - Non Creamy Layer) | 13 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years Relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | As per Tamil Nadu Government Orders |
| In-Service Candidates | As per Bharathiar University Statutes |
The appointed Director receives pay protection based on their primary cadre. If you're selected from a Professor or Associate Professor cadre, you'll draw your existing substantive pay scale.
Standard allowances such as DA, HRA, and medical benefits apply as per Tamil Nadu government rules.
| Remuneration Parameter | Official Terms & Entitlements |
|---|---|
| Monthly Remuneration / Basic Pay | Pay as per Primary Cadre |
| Pay Standard / Structure | UGC 7th Pay Matrix / University Regulations |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Applicable as per State Government Orders |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Classified by Coimbatore City Tier |
| Leave Entitlements | Casual, Earned, and Medical Leaves per Statutes |
| Nature of Engagement | Tenure or Deputation as per University Norms |
The university screening committee will review all incoming dossiers. They'll verify minimum qualifications, academic performance index (API) scores, and research publications.
Shortlisted candidates will face a personal interview before the selection committee. The syndicate takes the final decision on the appointment.
There's no written objective test for this leadership post. The assessment relies strictly on academic credentials, domain presentations, and performance during the viva voce.
Bring all original documents on interview day.
| Subject / Test Section | Questions | Max Marks | Language Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Background & API Score | Evaluation | 50 Marks | English / Tamil | Pre-Interview Stage |
| Research & Publication Assessment | Scrutiny | 30 Marks | English / Tamil | Pre-Interview Stage |
| Domain Presentation & Leadership Vision | Oral Presentation | 10 Marks | English | Interview Session |
| Personal Interview / Viva Voce | Direct Q&A | 10 Marks | English / Tamil | Interview Session |
| Total Examination Scheme | Assessment & Interview | 100 Marks | English / Tamil | detailed Evaluation |
Candidates belonging to the General category must pay a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 600. Applicants from OBC, SC, and ST categories need to pay Rs. 300.
Payment must be made through a demand draft drawn in favour of the Registrar, Bharathiar University, payable at Coimbatore. Write your name and post name on the back of the draft.
Filled-in physical application form with recent passport photographs.
Demand draft for the prescribed fee amount.
Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) or birth certificate for age verification.
D. degree certificates with complete transcripts.
Community certificate issued by a competent Tamil Nadu revenue authority.
Detailed curriculum vitae highlighting research publications, books, and citations.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) and service certificate from your current employer.
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Quick answers to common candidate queries for Bharathiar University Recruitment 2026
The last date for receipt of filled-in application forms is 30 November 2026 by 5:30 PM. The interview schedule will be communicated individually to shortlisted applicants.
The salary will be drawn as per the candidate's primary cadre under UGC pay scales. Standard allowances like DA and HRA apply as per state government rules.
Candidates need a Master's degree with a minimum of 55% marks, an earned Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, and significant teaching or research experience.
The age limit follows Tamil Nadu state service rules and UGC standards for academic directors. Relaxations apply for reserved community applicants as per government orders.
The selection involves initial document screening based on UGC criteria followed by a personal interview before the university selection committee.
No, there's no written screening test or negative marking. Selection depends entirely on your academic record, publication profile, and interview performance.
General category candidates must pay Rs. 600. Candidates belonging to OBC, SC, and ST categories have to pay Rs. 300 via demand draft.
Download the official application form from the university portal, fill it completely, attach the required documents and demand draft, and post it to the Registrar.
The post is offered on a regular or tenure basis as per Bharathiar University statutes and primary cadre service rules.
The notification and instructions can be downloaded directly from the official Bharathiar University portal at b-u.ac.in or through our verified links section.
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