MGKVP Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 3 Guest Teacher, Subject Expert and More Posts

Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith (MGKVP), Varanasi is conducting a walk-in recruitment drive in 2026 for 3 positions including Guest Teacher, Subject Expert and other academic/administrative roles. MGKVP is a state university in Uttar Pradesh established in 1921, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. This recruitment is on a temporary/contractual basis for immediate engagement in teaching and subject matter expertise roles. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can attend the walk-in interview on the specified date at the university campus. Selected candidates will be appointed on a consolidated monthly remuneration basis as per university norms.

Important Dates

Vacancy Breakdown (Indicative)

Note: Exact vacancy distribution may vary by department and post requirements.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

For Guest Teacher:

• Master's Degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC)
• NET/SLET/SET qualified candidates preferred
• Ph.D. holders will be given preference

For Subject Expert:

• Master's Degree in relevant discipline with 55% marks
• Minimum 2-3 years of teaching/research experience
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals preferred

For Other Posts:

• Qualification varies as per post requirement (Graduate/Postgraduate)
• Relevant experience in academic administration

Age Limit

Age calculated as on the date of walk-in interview

Nationality

• Candidate must be a Citizen of India
• Valid Indian identification documents required

Application Process

This is a Walk-in Interview process. No online application required.

1. Download the Application Form from the official MGKVP website (www.mgkvp.ac.in)
2. Fill the Application Form completely with accurate details in clear handwriting
3. Attach Recent Photographs (2 passport-size colour photographs)
4. Prepare Document Folder containing all original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies
5. Arrive at Venue on the scheduled walk-in date at least 30 minutes before reporting time
6. Submit Application at the registration desk before the interview
7. Attend Document Verification as per sequence number assigned
8. Appear for Interview when called by the selection committee

Application Fees

Payment Mode: Demand Draft in favour of "Registrar, MGKVP" payable at Varanasi OR Cash payment at venue (subject to notification)

Selection Process

1. Document Verification (Stage 1): Original certificates including educational qualifications, experience certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), age proof, and identity proof will be verified. Candidates with incomplete documents will be rejected at this stage.

1. Written Test/Skill Assessment (Stage 2): For certain technical or subject-specific positions, a short written test or practical skill assessment may be conducted on the spot to evaluate domain knowledge and teaching methodology.

1. Personal Interview (Stage 3): Shortlisted candidates will face a panel interview assessing subject expertise, communication skills, teaching aptitude, and overall suitability for the academic role. Questions will cover subject knowledge, pedagogy, and general awareness.

1. Final Merit List: Candidates will be ranked based on interview performance (70% weightage), academic record (20% weightage), and experience (10% weightage). Final selection is subject to document verification and medical fitness.

Exam/Assessment Pattern

Written Test/Assessment (If Applicable)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer in MCQ section

Interview Pattern

Note: Interview carries significant weightage in final selection

Syllabus

Subject-Specific Topics (Varies by Post)

For Arts/Humanities Posts:

• Core subject concepts at postgraduate level
• Contemporary research trends in the discipline
• Indian and Western philosophical traditions
• Research methodology and academic writing

For Science Posts:

• Advanced concepts in relevant science discipline
• Laboratory techniques and experimental design
• Recent developments and innovations
• Scientific research methodology

Teaching Aptitude & Pedagogy

• Teaching-learning methods and strategies
• Evaluation systems and assessment techniques
• ICT tools in teaching
• Learner-centric approaches
• Classroom management
• Educational psychology basics

General Awareness

• Current affairs (National & International)
• Indian education system and policies (NEP 2020)
• University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines
• Constitutional provisions for education
• Major government schemes in education sector
• Contemporary social and economic issues

Research & Publications

• Research design and methodology
• Data collection and analysis techniques
• Academic publishing ethics
• Citation standards and referencing
• Plagiarism awareness

Salary & Remuneration (Typical/Indicative)

Note: These are contractual/temporary positions with consolidated monthly remuneration. Regular allowances like DA, HRA are typically not applicable. No EPF/pension benefits. Payment subject to satisfactory performance and attendance. Salary may vary based on qualifications (Ph.D., NET) and experience.

These are temporary/contractual positions with limited scope for direct career progression within MGKVP. However, experience gained can strengthen candidacy for regular Assistant Professor positions advertised through MGKVP or other universities. Guest teachers may be considered for regular faculty positions when vacancies arise, subject to fulfilling NET/Ph.D. requirements and undergoing fresh selection process as per UGC norms.

Since this is a walk-in interview process, no formal admit card is issued by MGKVP. Candidates must bring a printed copy of the downloaded application form along with all original documents and self-attested photocopies. A registration slip or token number may be provided at the venue on the interview date for maintaining sequence during document verification and interview rounds.

Results will be declared within 7-10 working days after completion of the walk-in interviews. The final merit list will be published on the official MGKVP website (www.mgkvp.ac.in) and displayed on university notice boards. Selected candidates will be intimated via email/phone and required to join within 7 days of result declaration. No individual communication will be sent to non-selected candidates.

Cutoff marks vary by post and subject specialization. Typically, candidates scoring 60% or above in the interview (60/100 marks) are considered for selection in UR category. SC/ST candidates may have relaxed cutoffs at 50-55%. Final selection depends on the number of quality candidates interviewed and performance relative to peers. Subject Experts generally face higher cutoff benchmarks (65-70%) due to specialized nature of roles.

Walk-in Interview Centres

Primary Centre:

• Varanasi (Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith Campus, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh)

Note: All candidates must report to the MGKVP main campus in Varanasi for the walk-in interview. No other centres are designated for this recruitment. Candidates from outside Varanasi should make appropriate travel arrangements.