Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) Recruitment 2026: Notification for Co-Ordinator Post
Recruitment Overview
Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam, has released a re-notification inviting applications from qualified candidates for the post of Co-Ordinator on a contract basis. The selected candidate will be engaged in the School of Food Science and Technology for a period of one year. This specific vacancy is strictly reserved for candidates belonging to the E/B/T (Ezhava/Billava/Thiyya) category.
Key Highlights
- Organization Name: Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam
- Notification Number: 57026/AD A5-3/2020/AD A 5 (Re-Notification 2)
- Post Name: Co-Ordinator
- Total Vacancies: 01 (Reserved for E/B/T Category)
- Job Location: School of Food Science and Technology, MGU, Kottayam
- Job Type: Contractual (One Year)
- Application Mode: Offline (By Post)
- Last Date to Apply: Within 15 days from the notification date (i.e., on or before 27 October 2026)
- Official Website: www.mgu.ac.in (Standard MGU Web Address)
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies | Monthly Wages |
|---|---|---|
| Co-Ordinator | 01 (E/B/T Category) | Rs. 30,000/- per month |
(Note: The selected candidate shall enter into a contract for one year with the University.)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification & Experience
Candidates must possess the following highly specialized academic and professional qualifications:
- Academic: Must be an eminent scholar holding a Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition or a relevant discipline.
- Research: Must be actively engaged in research with a minimum of 10 publications in national/international journals with a high impact factor.
- Experience: A minimum of 15 years of teaching experience in a University/college and/or experience in research at University/National level institutions/industries. This must include experience in guiding doctoral-level research students.
- Additional Skills: Must have a proven contribution to educational innovations, designing new curricula and courses, and experience in technology-mediated teaching-learning processes.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Candidates must be below 70 years of age.
- Age Cut-off Date: Calculated as on 01.01.2026.
Application Fee
- Fee: Nil / Not specified in the official notification.
Selection Process
- Mode of Appointment: The selection for the Co-Ordinator post will be conducted entirely through a direct interview process.
How to Apply
Tip: This vacancy is exclusively reserved for the E/B/T (Ezhava/Billava/Thiyya) category. General candidates or other categories will be summarily rejected. Ensure you attach a valid Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate along with your Caste Certificate, as failure to do so will result in immediate disqualification of your application.
- Prepare an application on plain white paper. Ensure you clearly include your contact details, specifically two active mobile numbers and a valid e-mail address.
- Gather self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents to prove your qualifications (Ph.D., publications, curriculum design), age, and 15 years of experience.
- Attach a valid Caste Certificate and a Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate to prove your E/B/T category status.
- Place the application and all attached documents in an envelope.
- Boldly superscribe the envelope with: “Application for the post of Co-Ordinator on Contract in the School of Food Science and Technology.”
- Send the envelope by post so that it reaches the following address within 15 days from the date of the notification (12 October 2026):
The Registrar,Mahatma Gandhi University,Priyadarsini Hills P.O.,Kottayam – 686560
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy Applications | Within 15 days from notification (approx. 27 October 2026) |
Important Links
- Official Website: www.mgu.ac.in
- Official Notification: https://www.mgu.ac.in/uploads/2026/10/renotifn-2-cordinator-sfst.pdf?x42115=
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is eligible to apply for the MGU Co-Ordinator post?
This specific vacancy is reserved for candidates belonging to the E/B/T (Ezhava/Billava/Thiyya) category. The applicant must hold a Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition with at least 15 years of relevant teaching/research experience.
2. Can candidates above 60 years of age apply for this contract post?
Yes. The maximum age limit specified in the official notification is “Below 70 years” as on 01.01.2026, making retired eminent scholars eligible to apply.
3. Is there an online application portal for this recruitment?
No. Applications must be submitted offline by post on white paper along with self-attested copies of all requisite documents and certificates to the Registrar, Mahatma Gandhi University.
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to verify all details with the official Mahatma Gandhi University notification before applying.
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