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Vacancy/Update Name: Goa University Recruitment 2026 at a Glance | Advt. No.: GU/PhDScheme_2026/Advert/001). Both posts are for a project granted by the Minist | Official Website: https://unigoa.ac.in/ | Official Notification/PDF: https://webassets.unigoa.ac.in/uploads/confg_docs/20261023.154623~Vacancy_PhD_Fellow_PD_26.pdf

Particulars Details
Organisation Goa University, Taleigao Plateau 403206, Goa
Advertisement No. GU/PhDScheme_2026/Advert/001
Project “Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme” – Research in Electronic and IT fields
Funding Agency Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
Principal Investigator Prof. Joyti D. Pawar
Tenure PhD Fellow: up to 5 years or until PhD completion; Post-Doctoral Fellow: 1 year
Posts PhD Fellow (1), Post-Doctoral Fellow (1)
Salary PhD Fellow: Rs 46,250 to 52,500/month; Post-Doctoral Fellow: Rs 1,08,393/month
Age Limit Post-Doctoral Fellow: max 40 years at application
Application Mode Hard copy by post or scanned copy by email
Last Date to Apply 12 November 2026 (within 20 days of advertisement)

यह तालिका बताती है कि गोवा विश्वविद्यालय में इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स और आईटी के क्षेत्र में मेइटी द्वारा वित्त पोषित परियोजना के तहत दो पदों के लिए आवेदन मांगे गए हैं, जिनमें से एक पीएचडी फैलो और एक पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल फैलो है। आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 12 नवंबर 2026 है और चयन योग्यता, वेतन, तथा कार्यकाल अलग-अलग हैं।

Goa University, Taleigao Plateau, Goa, is inviting applications for one full-time PhD Fellow and one full-time Post-Doctoral Fellow (Advt. No: GU/PhDScheme_2026/Advert/001). Both posts are for a project granted by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme in Electronics and IT. The PhD Fellow is paid Rs 46,250/- to Rs.52,500/- per month for five years or until the PhD is completed, whichever is earlier. The Post-Doctoral Fellow is paid Rs. 1,08,393/- per month for one year. The PhD Fellow needs a Master, and the Post-Doctoral Fellow a Ph.D. degree, in Electronics Science/Computer Science/Data Science/Instrumentation/Biophysics/Engineering in ECE/ ETC/ Computer Science and Engineering/Data/AI. The hard copy of the application must reach Prof. Joyti D. Pawar within 20 days of the advertisement (12 November 2026). A scanned copy can also be sent by email.

यहाँ गोवा विश्वविद्यालय में दो शोध संबंधित पदों के लिए आवेदन मांगे गए हैं, जिनकी तनख्वाह और अवधि अलग-अलग हैं। पीएचडी फैलो के लिए मास्टर डिग्री और पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल फैलो के लिए पीएचडी जरूरी है। आवेदन की आखिरी तारीख विज्ञापन के 20 दिनों के अंदर है, जिसे ईमेल या हार्ड कॉपी भेजा जा सकता है।

Goa University Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

Particulars Details
Organisation Goa University, Taleigao Plateau 403206, Goa
Advertisement No. GU/PhDScheme_2026/Advert/001
Project “Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme” – Research in the areas of Electronic and IT
Funding Agency Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
Principal Investigator (PI)/Nodal Officer Prof. Joyti D. Pawar
Tenure PhD Fellow: five years or till PhD completion, whichever is earlier; Post-Doctoral Fellow: one year
Post Name(s) PhD Fellow (PhD Fellowship); Post-Doctoral Fellow (Post Doctoral Fellowship)
Vacancies 2 (PhD Fellow 01, Post-Doctoral Fellow 01)
Pay PhD Fellow: Rs 46,250/- to Rs.52,500/- per month; Post-Doctoral Fellow: Rs. 1,08,393/- per month
Age Limit Post-Doctoral Fellow: upper age limit of 40 years on the date the application is submitted to the host institution
Job Location Goa University, Taleigao Plateau, Goa
Application Mode Hard copy of the application form sent to the correspondence address; a scanned copy may also be emailed
Last Date to Apply 12/11/2026 (within 20 days of the advertisement)

यह सारणी गोवा विश्वविद्यालय की भर्ती के मुख्य बिंदुओं को दिखाती है, जैसे पदनाम, वेतन, आवेदन प्रक्रिया, और आयु सीमा। पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल पद के लिए आयु सीमा 40 वर्ष है, जबकि पीएचडी फैलो पद के लिए आयु सीमा निर्दिष्ट नहीं है।

The official notification does not specify the application fee or an age limit for the PhD Fellow post.

पीएचडी फैलो पद के लिए आवेदन शुल्क या आयु सीमा का कोई उल्लेख आधिकारिक सूचना में नहीं है, जिससे अधिक उम्मीदवार आवेदन कर सकते हैं।

About Goa University

Goa University is at Taleigao Plateau, Goa. Its letterhead describes it as a State Public University since 1985, recognised by UGC u/s 12-B and accredited by NAAC with an A Grade. These two fellowships serve a MeitY-funded project under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for research in Electronics and IT. Prof. Joyti D. Pawar is the Principal Investigator and Nodal Officer.

गोवा विश्वविद्यालय एक मान्यता प्राप्त राज्य सार्वजनिक विश्वविद्यालय है, जो 1985 से स्थापित है और इसे UGC और NAAC से उच्च रैंकिंग मिली है। यह भर्ती मेइटी के वित्त पोषित परियोजना के तहत हो रही है, जो इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स और आईटी क्षेत्र की शोध को बढ़ावा देती है।

Vacancy Details

Post Position Vacancies Salary
PhD Fellow PhD Fellowship (full time) 01 (one) Rs 46,250/- to Rs.52,500/- per month + Rent + Contingencies of Rs. 1.20 Lakhs + Visit to Lab abroad
Post-Doctoral Fellow Post Doctoral Fellowship (full time) 01 (One) Rs. 1,08,393/- per month + Rs. 1.0 lakhs Contingencies + Rs. 2.10 lakhs travel support
Total 2

यहाँ दो पूर्णकालिक पद उपलब्ध हैं, जिनमें पीएचडी फैलो को मासिक 46,250 से 52,500 रुपये तक, साथ ही किराया, खर्च और विदेशी लैब यात्रा का समर्थन मिलेगा। पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल फैलो को अधिक वेतन, खर्च और यात्रा सहायता मिलेगी।

Who Can Apply

Post Minimum Qualification
PhD Fellow Master in the subject of Electronics Science/Computer Science/Data Science/Instrumentation/Biophysics/Engineering in ECE/ ETC/ Computer Science and Engineering/Data/AI
Post-Doctoral Fellow Ph.D. degree in the subject of Electronics Science/Computer Science/Data Science/Instrumentation/Biophysics/Engineering in ECE/ ETC/ Computer Science and Engineering/Data/AI (further conditions below)

पीएचडी फैलो पद के लिए संबंधित विषय में मास्टर डिग्री जरूरी है, जबकि पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल फैलो पद के लिए उसी क्षेत्र में पीएचडी अनिवार्य है, साथ ही कुछ अतिरिक्त पात्रता शर्तें भी लागू हैं।

PhD Fellow

Desirable qualification:

  • A strong knowledge and working experience in machine learning, and data analytics
  • Experience of using neural networks and deep learning
  • Ability to read research papers from standard conferences and journals, comprehend the methodology used and implement to reproduce the result quoted in the paper
  • Experience of working on large real time projects
  • GATE/NET/MPhil qualification

पीएचडी फैलो पद के लिए मशीन लर्निंग, डेटा एनालिटिक्स, न्यूरल नेटवर्क और डीप लर्निंग में अनुभव और शोध पत्रों को समझने की क्षमता महत्वपूर्ण है। GATE, NET या MPhil योग्यताएं अतिरिक्त लाभकारी हैं।

Post-Doctoral Fellow

Annexure-A (the Terms and Conditions for the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme – Post Doctoral Fellowship) adds these eligibility conditions:

  • The applicant must have obtained a PhD degree from a recognized University with first class (in terms of grades, etc.) in all preceding levels and a good academic record throughout.
  • The PhD must have been completed within the past 5 years on the last date of submission of the application.
  • The applicant should not have completed the PhD at the same institution (host institution) where the fellowship is to be awarded.
  • The fellowship is awarded to researchers with a proven academic record, including peer-reviewed publications and recognitions.
  • The applicant should be an Indian citizen.
  • Applicants currently in regular employment will not be considered. Scientists or researchers with temporary positions in academia or research institutions will be considered, but they must give up their current roles if selected.
  • A candidate who has already availed the fellowship under the scheme will not be eligible for support.
  • Upper age limit: 40 years on the date the application is submitted to the eligible participating institution (host institution).
  • The applicant’s research proposal, submitted to the institution, should define clear objectives, outcomes and deliverables against the award.
  • Preference will be given to applicants who have active industry linkages and whose research proposal is directed towards industry-specific problems.

पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल फैलो पद के लिए पांच साल के भीतर की पीएचडी, अच्छे अकादमिक रिकॉर्ड, भारतीय नागरिकता, और संस्थान से अलग जगह पर पीएचडी पूरी होना जरूरी है। नियमित नौकरी में होने वाले उम्मीदवार पात्र नहीं हैं। शोध प्रस्ताव में स्पष्ट लक्ष्य और इंडस्ट्री से जुड़ी समस्याओं पर ध्यान देना वरीयता देगा।

Desirable qualification and interest:

  • A strong knowledge and working experience in machine learning and data analytics
  • Experience of using neural networks and deep learning
  • Ability to read research papers from standard conferences and journals, comprehend the methodology used and implement to reproduce the result quoted in the paper
  • Experience of working on large real time projects
  • Interest in working with theme areas of research related to: EEG data, Data communication, Natural Language Processing and Embedded System Instrumentation

पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल फैलो के लिए मशीन लर्निंग, डीप लर्निंग, और बड़े प्रोजेक्ट्स में अनुभव के साथ-साथ EEG डेटा, नैचुरल लैंग्वेज प्रोसेसिंग और एम्बेडेड सिस्टम इंस्ट्रुमेंटेशन जैसे विषयों में रुचि जरूरी है।

Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

उम्मीदवारों को प्रत्येक पद की विषय-विशिष्ट पात्रता के लिए आधिकारिक सूचना का ध्यानपूर्वक अध्ययन करना चाहिए।

Pay and Tenure

PhD Fellow: Rs 46,250/- to Rs.52,500/- per month, plus Rent, Contingencies of Rs. 1.20 Lakhs and a Visit to Lab abroad. The position lasts five years or until the PhD is completed, whichever is earlier.

Post-Doctoral Fellow: Annexure-A gives the financial support as follows:

  • Fellowship: ₹1,08,393/month.
  • Contingency Grant: ₹1,00,000/year, paid on a pro-rata basis (for example ₹25,000/quarter). It may be used only for minor equipment, consumables and research-related items. It cannot be used to hire research staff.
  • Contingency spending in the last quarter is reimbursed to the institution as per eligibility. No advance is given.
  • Travel support up to the prescribed limit of Rs. 2.10 Lakhs, admissible only for: (a) the visa fee and one-time travel support for overseas faculty/applicants returning to India to take up the fellowship; and (b) taking part, on invitation from PhD Cell, DIC, in activities, events and workshops of the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme, following the host institution’s norms for class and mode of travel. The awardee must claim reimbursement through the institution, and no advances are given for events.

The Post Doctoral Fellowship is a full-time, non-transferable, temporary position tenable in India only. It is valid for 1 year, and no extension beyond one year is admissible under the scheme. Female candidates may take up to 6 months of maternity leave with fellowship support, subject to a maximum of 12 months of total fellowship support under the scheme. During maternity leave, only the fellowship is admissible. Awardees not registered under the scheme with the PhD Cell, Digital India Corporation (DIC), MeitY are not eligible for support. There is no provision to replace or transfer an awardee.

पीएचडी फैलो को 46,250 से 52,500 रुपये मासिक वेतन, किराया, खर्च और विदेशी लैब दौरे का समर्थन मिलेगा, जबकि पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल फैलो को अधिक वेतन, सालाना खर्च और यात्रा सहायता मिलेगी। पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल पद केवल भारत में पूर्णकालिक और अस्थायी है, जिसकी अवधि 1 वर्ष है। महिला उम्मीदवारों को मातृत्व अवकाश के दौरान भी फैलोशिप मिलती है।

Goa University Recruitment 2026 Job Description

Post-Doctoral Fellow

Besides their own research work, Post-Doctoral Fellows must take part in activities under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme assigned by the PhD Cell:

  • Evaluation of research work of PhD Candidates
  • Mentoring of PhD candidates
  • Participation in collaborative research under the scheme
  • Participation in workshops and events
  • Other assignments by PhD Cell

The fellow must also:

  • Provide research proposals with specific timelines and deliverables, and submit monthly progress reports
  • Report significant achievements during the tenure
  • Promptly follow the directions of the PhD Cell
  • Acknowledge the scheme at all significant forums, including publications, achievements and recognitions, using the template given in Annexure-A
  • Inform the PhD Cell at least one month in advance of any long-term leave (for example, study leave or sabbatical)
  • Not receive any other fellowship during the award period

The PhD Cell reviews performance through reports, expert visits, workshops and interactions, and any other methods it considers appropriate.

पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल फैलो को न केवल अपना शोध कार्य करना होगा, बल्कि पीएचडी उम्मीदवारों का मूल्यांकन और मार्गदर्शन भी करना होगा। उन्हें शोध प्रस्ताव, मासिक रिपोर्ट, और किसी भी लंबी छुट्टी की सूचना देना अनिवार्य है। फैलोशिप अवधि के दौरान अन्य फैलोशिप नहीं ली जा सकती।

How to Apply for Goa University Recruitment 2026

  1. Fill in the application form printed with the advertisement, with all the details, and paste a recent passport-size photograph on it.
  2. Attach self-attested copies of certificates and all supporting documents. Post-Doctoral Fellow applicants should also attach the additional documents named in Annexure-A.
  3. Send the hard copy so that it reaches Dr. Joyti D. Pawar within 20 days (12/11/2026) of the advertisement, at: Prof. Joyti D. Pawar, Goa University Goa, India, SPO, Taleigao Plateau, Goa – 403206.
  4. You can also email the duly filled and signed scanned application form, with scanned mark sheets and other essential documents, to Prof. Joyti D. Pawar at [email protected].
  5. Use this subject line for the email: “Application for full time PhD /Post-Doctoral Fellow candidate in the MeitY Sponsored Project”.

The application form asks for:

  • the post applied for
  • your name, father’s name and mother’s name in block letters
  • date of birth, sex, marital status and category (SC/ST/OBC/PWD/GEN)
  • previous research experience and publications
  • GATE/NET score, rank, specialization and year
  • academic qualifications from Standard 10 onwards, with institution, year of passing, discipline and percentage/CGPA
  • address for communication, mobile number and email ID
  • contact details of two referees: name, designation, organisation, office address, office phone number and email ID
  • areas of expertise and experience details
  • a signed declaration with date and place

For queries, call 8669609221/8669609220.

आवेदन फॉर्म पूरी जानकारी के साथ भरकर, जरूरी दस्तावेजों के साथ प्रोफेसर जोयती डी. पवार को 12 नवंबर 2026 तक भेजना होगा। ईमेल से भी आवेदन स्वीकार किया जाएगा। आवेदन में व्यक्तिगत विवरण, शैक्षणिक योग्यता, शोध अनुभव और संदर्भों की जानकारी देना अनिवार्य है।

Selection and Interview

Having the prescribed qualification does not guarantee a call for interview. Goa University will shortlist candidates on the basis of merit and the needs of the project. Shortlisted candidates will be told the date and time of the written test and/or interview by email. No other letter will be sent to the correspondence address. At the written test and/or interview, shortlisted candidates must bring:

  • an updated CV
  • the application form
  • original mark sheets and certificates, with attested photocopies, in support of their academic qualifications
  • a “No Objection Certificate” from the employer, if they are currently employed (private, government or any other organisation)

For the Post Doctoral Fellowship, Annexure-A adds that meeting the minimum eligibility criteria alone does not entitle a candidate to be selected.

योग्यता पूरी होना चयन की गारंटी नहीं है। मेरिट और परियोजना की जरूरत के आधार पर ही उम्मीदवारों को चुनकर इंटरव्यू या लिखित परीक्षा के लिए बुलाया जाएगा। चयनित उम्मीदवारों को आवश्यक दस्तावेज और नो ऑब्जेक्शन सर्टिफिकेट साथ लाना होगा।

Important Instructions

  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview and/or joining the position.
  • The appointment is for a time-bound project, and the candidate must work dedicatedly for its successful completion. The selected candidate has to join immediately.
  • Incomplete application forms and forms received after the due date will be summarily rejected.
  • All terms and conditions of this recruitment will be as per the guidelines of MeitY, Govt. of India.
  • If a Post-Doctoral Fellow takes up any full-time or part-time assignment, the fellowship will be discontinued.
  • PhD Cell, DIC; MeitY reserves the right to hold, stop or discontinue the fellowship at any stage if progress is not appropriate, the grant is not used properly, reports are not submitted on time or in the prescribed format, the guidelines are violated, or for any other reason it considers appropriate.
  • A fellow who wishes to discontinue must give one month’s notice through the institution. The notice runs from the date the PhD Cell is informed.
  • PhD Cell, DIC; MeitY may change the terms and conditions of the fellowship at its discretion.

इंटरव्यू या नौकरी में आने के लिए कोई यात्रा भत्ता नहीं मिलेगा। यह परियोजना आधारित अस्थायी पद हैं, जिन्हें तुरंत जॉइन करना आवश्यक है। अधूरी या देर से मिली आवेदन फॉर्म खारिज हो जाएंगे। पोस्ट-डॉक्टोरल फैलो को अन्य नौकरी करने पर फैलोशिप बंद हो जाएगी। फैलोशिप नियमों का उल्लंघन होने पर इसे रोका जा सकता है।

Important Dates

Event Date
Date of advertisement 22/11/2026
Last date for the hard copy to reach 12/11/2026 (within 20 days of the advertisement)

आवेदन पत्र भेजने की अंतिम तिथि विज्ञापन के 20 दिनों के अंदर 12 नवंबर 2026 है, इसलिए उम्मीदवारों को जल्दी आवेदन करना चाहिए।

Important Links

Link Details
Goa University Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF and Application Form Advertisement, application form and Annexure-A
Goa University Official Website www.unigoa.ac.in

यहाँ आधिकारिक नोटिफिकेशन और आवेदन फॉर्म के लिंक दिए गए हैं, जो उम्मीदवारों के लिए जरूरी दस्तावेज़ उपलब्ध कराते हैं।

Goa University Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are in Goa University Recruitment 2026?

There are 2 vacancies: one full-time PhD Fellow and one full-time Post-Doctoral Fellow, under the MeitY Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?

The hard copy of the application must reach Goa University within 20 days of the advertisement, which is 12 November 2026. Late or incomplete forms will be summarily rejected.

Q3. What qualification is needed for the PhD Fellow post?

The PhD Fellow needs a Master in the subject of Electronics Science/Computer Science/Data Science/Instrumentation/Biophysics/Engineering in ECE/ ETC/ Computer Science and Engineering/Data/AI. GATE/NET/MPhil qualification is desirable.

Q4. What qualification is needed for the Post-Doctoral Fellow post?

The Post-Doctoral Fellow needs a Ph.D. degree in the same subjects, obtained from a recognized University with first class in all preceding levels. The PhD must have been completed within the past 5 years, and not at Goa University (the host institution).

Q5. What is the age limit for the Post-Doctoral Fellow?

The upper age limit for the Post-Doctoral Fellowship is 40 years on the date the application is submitted to the host institution.

Q6. What is the salary for the PhD Fellow and the Post-Doctoral Fellow?

The PhD Fellow gets Rs 46,250/- to Rs.52,500/- per month, plus Rent, Contingencies of Rs. 1.20 Lakhs and a Visit to Lab abroad. The Post-Doctoral Fellow gets Rs. 1,08,393/- per month, plus Rs. 1.0 lakhs Contingencies and Rs. 2.10 lakhs travel support.

Q7. How do I apply for Goa University Recruitment 2026?

Send the filled application form with self-attested certificates so that it reaches Prof. Joyti D. Pawar, Goa University Goa, India, SPO, Taleigao Plateau, Goa – 403206. You can also email a signed scanned copy to [email protected].

Q8. What subject line should the email have?

The subject line is “Application for full time PhD /Post-Doctoral Fellow candidate in the MeitY Sponsored Project”.

Q9. How are candidates selected?

Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of merit and the needs of the project. Shortlisted candidates are told the date and time of the written test and/or interview by email.

Q10. Is this a permanent job, and is TA/DA paid?

No, it is not permanent. Both are positions in a time-bound project: the PhD Fellow for five years or until PhD completion, whichever is earlier, and the Post-Doctoral Fellow for one year with no extension. No TA/DA is paid for the interview or for joining.

प्रत्येक प्रश्न के उत्तर से पता चलता है कि भर्ती दो शोध पदों के लिए है, आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 12 नवंबर 2026 है, योग्यता विषयवार भिन्न है, चयन मेरिट और परियोजना आवश्यकताओं पर निर्भर करता है, और ये स्थायी पद नहीं हैं।

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