Cotton University Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 9 Junior Assistant Posts

Cotton University, Guwahati has invited online applications for 9 Junior Assistant vacancies in its administrative wing. Graduates who are looking for a permanent university job in Assam can apply online within the given dates.

Cotton University Junior Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Overview

FieldDetails
OrganisationCotton University, Guwahati
Post NameJunior Assistant
Total Vacancies9 posts
Job LocationGuwahati, Assam
Mode of ApplicationOnline + submission of hard copy
Last Date for Online Application2nd February 2026
Last Date for Receiving Hard Copy9th February 2026

Vacancy Details

Category-wise breakup of the 9 Junior Assistant posts:

  • UR: 5
  • OBC/MOBC: 2
  • ST (H): 1
  • ST (P): 1

Reservation is applicable as per Government of Assam rules.

Cotton University Junior Assistant Salary

Selected candidates will receive salary in the following pay band:

  • Pay Scale: ₹14,000 – ₹70,000 per month
  • Grade Pay: ₹8,700

Other allowances will be admissible as per university and state government norms.

Educational Qualification

  • Candidates must hold a graduate degree from a UGC recognised university.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

  • Experience in Government offices or reputed institutions of higher education / research
  • Good command over English and Assamese (speaking, reading and writing)
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks in an office environment
  • Working knowledge of computers and standard office software

Age Limit

  • Upper age limit will be as per Government of Assam norms
    (Govt. O.M. No. ABP.6/2010/5 dated 2nd September 2020, reckoned as on 01.07.2025).

Category-wise age relaxation will be applicable according to the above government order.

Application Fee

  • Application processing fee: ₹1,000/-

Additional points:

  • SC/ST candidates are entitled to 50% fee relaxation as per Govt. of Assam rules.
  • Reserved category candidates applying for unreserved (UR) posts must pay the full fee.
  • The fee paid is non-refundable.

The fee has to be paid online along with submission of the form.

How to Apply for Cotton University Junior Assistant Recruitment

Applications have to be submitted in two steps – online form and offline submission of hard copy.

Step 1 – Online Application

  1. Scroll down to the Important Web-Links section on the recruitment page.
  2. Click on “Online Application Form”.
  3. First-time users should click “New User? Register Here” and complete registration.
  4. Log in using your credentials and open the Online Application Form.
  5. Fill in all personal, educational and contact details carefully.
  6. Upload the required documents (photo, signature, certificates, etc.).
  7. Pay the application fee through the available payment gateway.
  8. Submit the form and download/print a copy of the final application.

Step 2 – Submit Hard Copy

After submitting the online form, take a printout and attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents. The complete set must reach the university at the following address:

The Registrar, Cotton University
Administrative Building, Cotton University
Panbazar, Guwahati – 781001, Assam, India

The application can be sent by post or submitted in person, but it must reach the university on or before 09.02.2026.

Important Dates – Cotton University Vacancy 2026

  • Starting date of online application: December 2025
  • Last date of online application: 2nd February 2026
  • Last date for receipt of hard copy: 9th February 2026

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