DAMODARAM SANJIVAYYA NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY (DSNLU), Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), an autonomous National Law University established under the Andhra Pradesh Act No. 32 of 2008, invites applications in the prescribed format from eligible Indian Nationals for recruitment to 10 Teaching positions on regular basis.
The Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, experience, category, API score (as per UGC norms), and other criteria. The DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Last Date for receipt of duly filled-in application along with registration fee is 23 February 2026.
DSNLU Visakhapatnam Faculty Recruitment 2026
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| Organization | Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU), Visakhapatnam |
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| Post Name | Professor of Law, Associate Professor of Law, Assistant Professor of Law, Teaching Associate, Research Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 10 Posts |
| Age Limit | As per UGC norms / University guidelines (with usual relaxations) |
| Pay Scale | UGC 2016 Scales for Professors/Assoc/Asst Professors A.P. State 2022 Scales for Teaching Associate & Research Assistant |
| Minimum Qualification | Ph.D. / Master’s Degree in Law with NET/SET/SLET or equivalent + Experience & Publications as per UGC norms |
| Application Fee | ₹2,000/- (Gen/OBC); ₹1,000/- (SC/ST/BC/PH) |
| Selection Process | Screening + Interview + Documents Verification |
| Job Location | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| Last Date | 23 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
✅ DSNLU Faculty Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | No of Posts & Reservation | Pay Scale |
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Professor of Law |
01 – OC |
₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 (UGC 2016) |
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Associate Professor of Law |
01 – OC (W) |
₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100 (UGC 2016) |
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Assistant Professor of Law |
01 – SC (W) |
₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 (UGC 2016) |
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Teaching Associate |
01 – OC (W) |
₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540 (A.P. State 2022) |
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Research Assistant |
01 – OC (W) |
₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 (A.P. State 2022) |
✅ DSNLU Faculty Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|
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Professor of Law |
₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 (UGC 2016) |
Ph.D. in Law/ allied discipline + 10 years teaching/ research/ professional exp + min 10 research publications OR outstanding professional with Ph.D. + 10 years exp. |
|
Associate Professor of Law |
₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100 (UGC 2016) |
Ph.D. in Law + Master’s (55% marks) + min 8 years teaching/research exp including 7 publications. Preference for NLU/reputed institution exp. |
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Assistant Professor of Law |
₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 (UGC 2016) |
Master’s in Law (55% marks) + Ph.D. as per UGC + NET/SET/SLET OR Ph.D. from top-500 ranked foreign university (QS/THE/ARWU). |
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Teaching Associate |
₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540 (A.P. State 2022) |
Master’s Degree (55% marks) in relevant subject with good academic record. Teaching exp preferred. |
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Research Assistant |
₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 (A.P. State 2022) |
Master’s Degree (55% marks) in relevant subject with good academic record. Research exp preferred. |
✅ DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
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Screening of Applications (including API Score verification) |
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Interview |
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Documents Verification |
✅ DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
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General / OBC |
₹2,000/- |
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SC / ST / BC / PH |
₹1,000/- |
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Payment Mode |
Demand Draft (in favour of Registrar, DSNLU, payable at Visakhapatnam) OR Online Payment |
✅ DSNLU Faculty Recruitment Important Dates
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Date of Notification |
31 January 2026 |
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Last Date for Receipt of Application |
23 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
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Tentative Interview Date |
To be notified later |
✅ DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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Detailed Notification PDF |
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Prescribed Application Form |
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DSNLU Official Website |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert Telegram Channel |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert WhatsApp Channel |
✅ How to Apply DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply OFFLINE in the prescribed format. No online application portal is available.
➢ Step 1: Download the prescribed application form and detailed notification from the official website.
➢ Step 2: Fill the application form completely with all required details including API Score (for teaching posts) with supporting documents.
➢ Step 3: Attach self-attested copies of all relevant certificates/documents (educational, experience, publications, category, etc.).
➢ Step 4: Pay the registration fee via Demand Draft or Online Payment and attach proof.
➢ Step 5: Send the duly filled application in a sealed envelope super-scribed with “Application for the Post of ____________” to:
The Registrar, Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, “NYAYAPRASTHA”, Sabbavaram, Visakhapatnam – 531 035 (A.P), India on or before 23 February 2026 (05:00 PM).
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
10 posts (Professor 2, Associate Professor 4, Assistant Professor 2, Teaching Associate 1, Research Assistant 1) with category-wise reservations.
What is the pay scale in DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Professor: ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 | Associate Professor: ₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100 | Assistant Professor: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 (UGC 2016)
Teaching Associate: ₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540 | Research Assistant: ₹37,640 – ₹1,15,500 (A.P. State 2022).
What is the selection process for DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Screening of applications (including API Score for teaching posts) followed by Interview and Documents Verification.
What is the application fee for DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
₹2,000/- for General/OBC; ₹1,000/- for SC/ST/BC/PH candidates (via DD or Online, non-refundable).
What are the important dates for DSNLU Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Notification Date: 31 January 2026
Last date for submission of application: 23 February 2026 (05:00 PM).