The Cluster University of Srinagar (CUS) has released Employment Notification No. 03-CUS of 2026 dated 14 March 2026 inviting online applications from eligible domiciles of the UT of Jammu and Kashmir for 18 non-teaching positions across various departments. The online application portal opens on 16 March 2026 and the last date to apply is 05 April 2026 at cusrinagar.edu.in.
| Organisation | Cluster University of Srinagar (CUS) |
| Notification No. | 03-CUS of 2026 |
| Notification Date | 14 March 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 18 Posts |
| Post Type | Non-Teaching |
| Apply Online Opens | 16 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 April 2026 |
| Official Website | cusrinagar.edu.in |
CU Srinagar Notification No 1 PDF – Click Here
CU Srinagar Notification No 2 PDF – Click Here
CU Non-Teaching Vacancy Details
The 18 vacancies are spread across 12 posts in departments including General Administration, Central Library, Hospitality and Protocol, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Zoology, Geography, AI and ML, and Botany.
| S.No. | Post | Department | Pay Level | Category | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Head Assistant | General Administration | Level-6 (Rs.35,400–1,12,400) | UR | 01 |
| 2 | Semi-Professional Assistant | Central Library | Level-6 (Rs.35,400–1,12,400) | UR-2, SC-1, ST1-1 | 04 |
| 3 | Hostel Warden | Hospitality & Protocol | Level-6 (Rs.35,400–1,12,400) | UR | 01 |
| 4 | Senior Assistant | General Administration | Level-5 (Rs.29,200–92,300) | UR | 01 |
| 5 | Junior Assistant | General Administration | Level-4 (Rs.25,500–81,100) | UR-1, SC-1 | 02 |
| 6 | Laboratory Assistant (Chemistry) | Chemistry | Level-2 (Rs.19,900–63,200) | UR | 01 |
| 7 | Laboratory Assistant (Biochemistry) | Biochemistry | Level-2 (Rs.19,900–63,200) | UR | 01 |
| 8 | Laboratory Assistant (Zoology) | Zoology | Level-2 (Rs.19,900–63,200) | UR | 01 |
| 9 | Laboratory Bearer (Geography) | Geography | SL-01 (Rs.14,800–47,100) | UR | 01 |
| 10 | Laboratory Bearer (AI & ML) | AI & ML | SL-01 (Rs.14,800–47,100) | UR | 01 |
| 11 | Laboratory Bearer (Botany) | Botany | SL-01 (Rs.14,800–47,100) | UR | 01 |
| 12 | Library Bearer | Central Library | SL-01 (Rs.14,800–47,100) | UR-2, SC-1 | 03 |
| Total | 18 | ||||
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category Candidates | Rs.1,000 |
| Reserved Category Candidates | Rs.700 |
| Payment Mode | Online only |
| Refundable? | No – fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances |
Cluster University Non-Teaching Posts Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Essential Qualification and Experience |
|---|---|
| Head Assistant | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Minimum 3 years experience as Senior Assistant OR 6 years as Junior Assistant in any Central/State Govt./University/PSU or Autonomous Institution. Skill Test: English typing at 35 WPM on computer with 90% accuracy. |
| Semi-Professional Assistant | Master’s Degree in Library/Library and Information Science with 55% marks from a recognised university. OR Bachelor’s degree in Library Science with 55% marks and 2 years experience in a University/Research Establishment/Central/State Govt./PSU/Autonomous Institution. Desirable: Working knowledge of computers and library systems. |
| Hostel Warden | Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management with 55% marks and 2 years relevant experience. OR Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 55% marks and a Diploma in Hotel Management with 55% marks and 2 years relevant experience. |
| Senior Assistant | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Minimum 3 years experience as Junior Assistant in any State/Central Govt. Department/University/Autonomous Organisation. Skill Test: English typing at 35 WPM on computer with 90% accuracy. |
| Junior Assistant | Bachelor’s degree with minimum 55% marks from a recognised university. Skill Test: English typing at 35 WPM on computer with 90% accuracy. |
| Laboratory Assistant (Chemistry) | Bachelor’s degree with minimum 55% marks with Chemistry as one of the subjects. |
| Laboratory Assistant (Biochemistry) | Bachelor’s degree with minimum 55% marks with Biochemistry/Clinical Biochemistry/Chemistry as one of the subjects. |
| Laboratory Assistant (Zoology) | Bachelor’s degree with minimum 55% marks with Zoology as one of the subjects. |
| Laboratory Bearer (Geography / AI & ML / Botany) | 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognised Board. |
| Library Bearer | 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognised Board. |
Age Limit
Age of candidates will be reckoned as on the last date of submission of application forms.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General Category | 40 Years |
| Reserved Categories | 43 Years |
| Persons with Disability (PWD) | 42 Years |
| In-service Candidates | 50 Years |
| Minimum Age (All Categories) | 18 Years |
CU Srinagar Selection Procedure
Selection for all posts is based on merit in a Written Examination of 100 marks. For the posts of Head Assistant, Senior Assistant and Junior Assistant, candidates must additionally qualify a mandatory Skill Test — English typing at 35 WPM on a computer with 90% accuracy.
Candidates must score a minimum of 50% marks in the written examination to be eligible for the Skill Test. For all posts where a Skill Test is required, candidates will be called in a ratio of 1:10.
| Post | Mode of Selection |
|---|---|
| Head Assistant | Written Examination (100 marks) + Mandatory Skill Test |
| Semi-Professional Assistant | Written Examination (100 marks) |
| Hostel Warden | Written Examination (100 marks) |
| Senior Assistant | Written Examination (100 marks) + Mandatory Skill Test |
| Junior Assistant | Written Examination (100 marks) + Mandatory Skill Test |
| Laboratory Assistant (Chemistry / Biochemistry / Zoology) | Written Examination (100 marks) |
| Laboratory Bearer (Geography / AI & ML / Botany) | Written Examination (100 marks) |
| Library Bearer | Written Examination (100 marks) |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: cusrinagar.edu.in and go to the Recruitment section.
- Find Employment Notification No. 03-CUS of 2026 and click on Apply Online.
- Register and carefully fill in the online application form with correct details.
- Upload all required documents and certificates.
- Pay the application fee online — Rs.1,000 for General and Rs.700 for Reserved categories.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation printout for future reference.
Important: Applications must be submitted online only at cusrinagar.edu.in. No other mode will be accepted. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application form with a separate fee for each post. Call letters for written test/skill test will be sent to the registered email ID only — no communication will be sent by post.