The Central Institute of Classical Tamil (CICT), Chennai has released the official notification for CICT Recruitment 2026 to fill 06 Associate Professor posts through Direct Recruitment on a regular basis. The vacancies are available in the faculties of Linguistics, School of Languages & Language Education, Art & Architecture, Manuscriptology, Translation, and Lexicography. Candidates possessing a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline, Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, eight years of teaching/research experience, seven research publications, and the prescribed UGC research score are eligible to apply.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit the prescribed offline application along with the required documents and application fee within 60 days from the publication of the advertisement. Selected candidates will be appointed at the Central Institute of Classical Tamil, Chennai with salary under Academic Level 13A (7th CPC) as per UGC Regulations.
CICT Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Central Institute of Classical Tamil (CICT), Chennai |
| Job Category | Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type | Regular |
| Post Name | Associate Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 06 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Salary | Academic Level 13A (7th CPC) as per UGC |
| Official Website | www.cict.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28.06.2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 28.06.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 60 Days from Publication of Advertisement |
| Interview Date | To Be Announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR | ₹500 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST | ₹250 |
| PwBD | ₹250 |
Mode of Payment: Demand Draft in favour of Director, Central Institute of Classical Tamil, Chennai, payable at Chennai. The Demand Draft should be obtained during the advertisement period.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | As Per UGC / Government of India Rules |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As Per Government Rules |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor (Linguistics) | Ph.D. in Linguistics from a recognized University. Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, minimum 8 years of teaching or research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor, 7 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals, minimum Research Score of 75, and research experience related to the Classical phase of Tamil (up to 600 CE). |
| Associate Professor (School of Languages & Language Education) | Ph.D. in Languages, Comparative Literature or Language Education. Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, 8 years of teaching/research experience, 7 research publications, Research Score of 75, and experience in Classical Tamil research. |
| Associate Professor (Art & Architecture) | Ph.D. in Art or Architecture with Master’s Degree (55% marks), minimum 8 years teaching/research experience, 7 research publications, and Research Score of 75. |
| Associate Professor (Manuscriptology) | Ph.D. in Manuscriptology, Master’s Degree with 55% marks, 8 years teaching/research experience, 7 research publications, and Research Score of 75. |
| Associate Professor (Translation) | Ph.D. in Translation Studies, Master’s Degree in Tamil with 55% marks, minimum 8 years teaching/research experience, 7 publications, and Research Score of 75. |
| Associate Professor (Lexicography) | Ph.D. in Lexicography, Master’s Degree with 55% marks, minimum 8 years teaching/research experience, 7 publications, and Research Score of 75. |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor (Linguistics) | 1 |
| Associate Professor (School of Languages & Language Education) | 1 |
| Associate Professor (Art & Architecture) | 1 |
| Associate Professor (Manuscriptology) | 1 |
| Associate Professor (Translation) | 1 |
| Associate Professor (Lexicography) (OBC) | 1 |
| Total | 06 |
Selection Process
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Screening of Applications
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Academic & Research Score Evaluation
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Personal Interview
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Document Verification
The Institute may shortlist candidates based on qualifications, teaching experience, research publications and Academic/Research Score. A maximum of 15 candidates per post may be called for the interview.
CICT Chenni Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor | Academic Level 13A of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (UGC Pay Scale) |
Additional Benefits
Selected candidates will also receive benefits as per Central Government rules, including:
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Dearness Allowance (DA)
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House Rent Allowance (HRA)
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Transport Allowance
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Leave Benefits
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National Pension Scheme (NPS)
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Medical Benefits
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Other admissible allowances
How to Apply CICT Recruitment 2026?
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Visit the official website www.cict.in.
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Go to the Recruitment section.
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Download the prescribed application form.
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Fill in all the required details carefully.
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Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, publications and supporting documents.
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Attach the prescribed Demand Draft.
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Government employees should submit the application through the proper channel or provide a No Objection Certificate.
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Send the completed application by post to the address below.
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Ensure that the application reaches the Institute within 60 days from the publication of the advertisement.
Postal Address
Required Documents
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Passport Size Photograph
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Signature
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Master’s Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets
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Ph.D. Degree Certificate
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Teaching Experience Certificate
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Research Experience Certificate
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Copies of Research Publications
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Academic Research Score Documents
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Community Certificate (if applicable)
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PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
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No Objection Certificate (Government Employees)
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Demand Draft
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Identity Proof
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Address Proof
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Other Supporting Documents
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| தமிழில் | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.cict.in |
FAQs
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies?
Answer: The Central Institute of Classical Tamil has announced 06 Associate Professor vacancies.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Answer: Candidates should submit their applications within 60 days from the publication of the advertisement.
Q3. What is the required qualification?
Answer: Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline, eight years of teaching/research experience, seven research publications, and a Research Score of 75 as prescribed by UGC Regulations.
