Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026: The Directorate of Education, Lakshadweep Administration, has invited online applications from eligible candidates to form a panel of faculty members for engagement on a contractual basis in Government Higher Educational Institutions across the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
The Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification, dated October 30. covers teaching positions in Government College of Arts & Science, Government College of Education, and Government Polytechnic College. Eligible candidates can apply online from October 30 to November 15, 2026.
The engagement will be purely contractual, and selected candidates will receive fixed monthly remuneration based on the post.
Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Particulars | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification date | October 30, 2026 |
| Online application begins | October 30, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | November 15, 2026 |
| Publication of checklist | November 20, 2026 |
| Interview list publication | November 24, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Interview schedule | November 27, 2026 onwards (Tentative) |
Institutions and Vacant Teaching Positions
The recruitment notification covers the following government institutions:
1. Government College of Arts & Science
The following positions are included:
- Principal, Arts & Science College
- Assistant Professor in English
- Assistant Professor in Economics
- Assistant Professor in Political Science
- Assistant Professor in Commerce
- Assistant Professor in Aquaculture
- Assistant Professor in Software Development
- Assistant Professor in Tourism and Service Industry
- Assistant Professor in Catering and Hospitality
- Assistant Professor in Food Processing and Preservation Technology
- Assistant Professor in BBA Tourism
- Assistant Professor in Computer Science
- Assistant Professor in Psychology
2. Government College of Education
The following Assistant Professor positions are available:
- Assistant Professor in Social Science Education
- Assistant Professor in Mathematics Education
- Assistant Professor in General Education
3. Government Polytechnic College
The following Lecturer positions are included:
- Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
- Lecturer in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- Lecturer in Mathematics
Note: The notification provides a list of posts but does not specify the number of vacancies against each post.
Educational Qualification for Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026
The educational qualifications differ according to the institution and teaching position.
Principal – Arts & Science College
Candidates must fulfil any one of the following qualification and experience requirements:
- PhD in regular mode in Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Vocational or Education discipline, as per UGC norms.
- Two years of experience in a government-recognised college/institution as Principal; OR
- Eight years of combined experience as Associate Professor/Professor in a government-recognised college/institution; OR
- Twelve years of combined experience as Lecturer/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor in a government-recognised college/institution.
Assistant Professor – Government College of Arts & Science
| Subject/Post | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| English | Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET/JRF |
| Economics | Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET/JRF |
| Political Science | Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET/JRF |
| Commerce | Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET/JRF |
| Aqua Culture | Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET/JRF |
| Software Development | M.Tech/M.Sc/MCA or equivalent with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET/JRF in the concerned subject and other qualifications prescribed by the apex body |
| Tourism and Service Industry | Master’s degree in the concerned subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET |
| Catering and Hospitality | Master’s degree in the concerned subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET |
| Food Processing and Preservation Technology | M.Sc. in Food Science & Technology, Food Technology, Food Processing Technology, Food Engineering, Food Science & Nutrition, Food Biotechnology, Clinical Nutrition, Home Science or an allied discipline with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade and UGC-CSIR NET |
| BBA Tourism | MBA Tourism/Hospitality/Management, Master of Tourism Administration, Master of Tourism Management, Master of Tourism & Travel Management, Master of Tourism and Hospitality Management or MBA in Business Administration with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade and UGC/CSIR NET |
| Computer Science | Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology or a closely related discipline with minimum 55% marks, along with UGC NET or a relevant UGC-recognised test |
| Psychology | M.Sc./MA Psychology with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET/JRF |
Desirable qualifications: For most Assistant Professor positions, candidates having 1–5 years of relevant teaching experience in a government-recognised institution and a PhD in the concerned subject will be preferred, wherever specified.
For Food Processing and Preservation Technology, preference will also be given to candidates with relevant teaching/industrial experience, publications and expertise in food processing, preservation and quality assurance.
Assistant Professor – Government College of Education
| Post | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Social Science Education | Master’s degree in any Social Science subject with minimum 55% marks, along with M.Ed. with minimum 55% marks and UGC NET/JRF in Education |
| Mathematics Education | Master’s degree in Mathematics with minimum 55% marks, along with M.Ed. with minimum 55% marks and UGC NET/JRF in Education |
| General Education | Master’s degree in Science/Arts subject with minimum 55% marks, along with M.Ed. with minimum 55% marks and UGC NET/JRF in Education |
Candidates with 1–5 years of relevant teaching experience and a PhD in the concerned subject will be preferred.
Lecturer – Government Polytechnic College
| Post | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | B.E./B.Tech./B.S. in the relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent grade |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | B.E./B.Tech./B.S. in the relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent grade |
| Mathematics | Master’s degree in the relevant subject with First Class or equivalent grade, along with UGC NET/CSIR NET/SLET/SET or PhD in the relevant subject |
Desirable qualifications: A Master’s degree or PhD in the relevant engineering discipline and teaching experience in a government-recognised polytechnic college will be preferred for engineering Lecturer positions.
Age Limit
The age criteria for contractual engagement are as follows:
| Post Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Teaching Faculty (Assistant Professor/Lecturer) | 22–60 years |
| Principal | 30–65 years |
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and other eligible categories will be applicable as per Government of India norms.
Salary for Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026
Selected candidates will receive fixed consolidated monthly remuneration.
| Post | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Principal | ₹ 1,00,000 |
| Assistant Professor | ₹ 50,000 |
| Lecturer | ₹ 40,000 |
The Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026 also states that candidates who do not possess the prescribed UGC qualifications may be considered for a separate panel if sufficient eligible and qualified candidates are unavailable. Their remuneration will be 10% lower than that prescribed for candidates possessing the required UGC qualifications.
Selection Process
The selection process will be based on educational qualifications, desirable qualifications, relevant experience, and interview performance.
The department has prescribed the following weightage:
Assistant Professor/Lecturer
| Selection Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | 75% |
| Desirable Qualification | 10% |
| Interview | 15% |
| Total | 100% |
The 10% weightage for desirable qualifications will be divided into:
- PhD qualification: 5%
- Relevant experience: 5%
Principal
| Selection Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Qualification | 75% |
| M.Phil Qualification | 5% |
| Experience | 5% |
| Interview | 15% |
| Total | 100% |
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview. The interview may be conducted online or in person, as decided by the Department of Education.
The final merit/rank list will be prepared based on the prescribed selection criteria.
Experience Criteria
Candidates claiming relevant work experience must fulfil the following conditions:
- Only experience gained in the corresponding post at institutions recognised by the Government will be considered.
- Applicants must submit documentary evidence establishing the government-recognised status of the institution.
- One point will be awarded for every 12 months of relevant experience, subject to a maximum of five points.
- Experience certificates without valid and verifiable details of the issuing authority will be rejected.
Nature of Appointment
The engagement will be purely contractual and subject to the requirements of the Department of Education, Lakshadweep Administration.
The duration, place and other terms of engagement will be decided by the department. Selected faculty members may be assigned teaching, academic administration, hostel-related responsibilities and other duties.
They may also be required to teach core, supplementary and interdisciplinary subjects under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
The appointed faculty may be deployed at any Higher Educational Institution in Lakshadweep as per departmental requirements.
How to Apply for Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following these steps:
- Visit the official online application portal: https://serviceonline.gov.in.
- Open the relevant Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026 application.
- Fill in the required personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload copies of all relevant educational certificates and supporting documents.
- Select the preferred interview mode (online or physical).
- Review the application carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application before November 15, 2026.
Candidates should ensure that all information provided in the application is correct. No additional information or documents will be accepted through supplementary applications or representations after submission.
Important Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready:
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
- PhD certificate, wherever applicable.
- UGC NET/JRF/CSIR NET/SLET/SET certificate, as applicable.
- Relevant teaching experience certificates.
- Date of birth proof.
- Category certificate, if applicable.
- Documents supporting recognition of the educational institution.
- Other relevant certificates required for the applied post.
Original certificates must be produced before the department for verification. Failure to produce original documents may result in cancellation of selection.
Interview Venue and Mode
The physical interview will be conducted at: Directorate of Education, Kavaratti, Union Territory of Lakshadweep. Candidates can opt for an online or physical interview in their application. The selected mode will be final and cannot be changed later.
Candidates attending the physical interview must report at least two hours before the scheduled interview time with all relevant documents.
For online interviews, the interview link and other communications will be sent to the email address provided in the application. Candidates must ensure a stable internet connection.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates must possess the prescribed qualifications on or before the application submission deadline.
- All relevant certificates must be uploaded with the application.
- PhD qualifications must comply with applicable UGC regulations.
- Distance education degree holders must provide supporting documents confirming recognition and validity under UGC regulations.
- Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories will be implemented according to Government of India norms.
- Selected candidates must submit their willingness to accept the contractual appointment after publication of the merit/rank list.
- The engagement order may be cancelled if a selected candidate fails to report for duty within the stipulated time.
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Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Official Website | Lakshadweep Administration |
| Lakshadweep Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification | Refer to the official employment notice dated October 30, 2026 |
Contact Details:
- Email: highereducationcell2021@gmail.com
- Phone: 9497286658
- Source: Lakshadweep Administration, Directorate of Education, Employment Notice dated October 30, 2026.
- File: lakshdeep teacher recruitment 2026.pdf
- Important editorial note: The notification does not provide post-wise vacancy numbers. The article therefore avoids mentioning an unverified total number of vacancies.