BKNMU Recruitment 2026: 11 University Posts

Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta University (BKNMU), Junagadh, has announced regular recruitment under Advertisement Nos. BKNMU/8/2026, BKNMU/9/2026 and BKNMU/10/2026. Eligible applicants with the post-specific qualifications and experience may apply for its academic and administrative openings, which include engineering, laboratory, library, systems and clerical roles.

The university is recruiting for 11 vacancies across 10 post titles. Applications must be completed online between 25 September and 16 October 2026, and applicants must also send two hard copies with supporting documents so they arrive by 21 October 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Depending on the post and number of applicants, selection may include a written test, an interview and document verification.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

The notification lists 11 vacancies across three advertisements. The stated category allocation and 7th Central Pay Commission levels and ranges are shown below.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Applicants must hold the relevant qualifications and experience by the prescribed last date for online applications. The university states that changes or additions to an application will not be accepted after that deadline. Post-wise requirements given in the notification are as follows:

Librarian: A master’s degree in Library Science, Information Science or Documentation Science with at least 55% marks, or an equivalent grade under a grading system; at least 10 years’ experience as a librarian in a university library, 10 years of teaching as an Assistant or Associate Professor in Library Science, or 10 years as a college librarian; evidence of innovative library services, including ICT integration; and a Ph.D. in Library Science, Information Science, Documentation, Archives or Manuscript Keeping.

Internal Audit Officer: A Chartered Accountant qualification or equivalent degree from a recognised university, or an M.Com with 55% in Advanced Accountancy or Auditing; and either five years’ experience as a Chartered Accountant or five years in a Class-I (Level 10) government accounts service or an equivalent university-system post. A certificate of basic computer application knowledge from a recognised institute is also required under the cited Gujarat General Administration Department resolutions dated 13 August 2008 and 18 March 2016.

Assistant Engineer (Electrical): Either a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognised university or institute plus two years’ post-qualification experience, or a diploma in Electrical Engineering plus five years’ post-qualification experience. The experience must involve supervising erection or maintenance of electrical works in government, universities, autonomous organisations or the private sector. A recognised basic computer applications certificate under the cited Gujarat Government resolutions is also required.

Assistant Civil Engineer: Either a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university or institute plus two years’ post-qualification experience, or a diploma in Civil Engineering plus five years’ post-qualification experience. Experience must involve supervising erection or maintenance of civil works in government, universities, autonomous organisations or the private sector. A recognised basic computer applications certificate under the cited Gujarat Government resolutions is also required.

Lab Assistant (Chemistry): A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related subject from a recognised university or institute, at least three years’ experience in chemistry laboratory work or related subjects after graduation, and a recognised basic computer applications certificate under the cited Gujarat Government resolutions.

Assistant Registrar: A master’s degree with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade where a grading system is used, along with a recognised certificate of basic computer applications knowledge under the cited Gujarat Government resolutions.

Store Keeper: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university or institute, three years’ experience in procurement and stores maintenance, and a recognised basic computer applications certificate under the cited Gujarat Government resolutions.

System Analyst: Applicants may qualify through either of two routes. The first is a B.E. or B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering or Electronics Engineering, with three years’ programming experience using languages such as C, C++ or Java, databases such as MySQL or Oracle with PHP, and foundations and practices under Windows, Linux or Unix platforms in a recognised public, PUS or private organisation. The alternative is an M.E., M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering or Electronics Engineering, M.Sc. in Computer Science, or MCA, with one year of the specified programming, database and platform experience in a recognised public, PUS or private organisation.

Senior Clerk: Any graduate degree from a recognised university, at least three years’ clerical or administrative experience after graduation, and a recognised basic computer applications certificate under the cited Gujarat Government resolutions.

Junior Clerk: Graduation or an equivalent academic qualification from a UGC-recognised university, plus a basic computer applications certificate as prescribed by Gujarat Government Resolution No. CRR-10-2007-120320-G.S., dated 13 August 2008 and 18 March 2016.

Age Limit

The maximum age is 57 years for Librarian and 45 years for Internal Audit Officer; the notification says these limits include applicable relaxations. The maximum age is 40 years for Assistant Engineer (Electrical), Assistant Civil Engineer, Lab Assistant (Chemistry), Assistant Registrar, Store Keeper, System Analyst and Senior Clerk. Junior Clerk applicants must be no older than 35 years. The notification does not specify further relaxation details for the posts with stated limits of 40 or 35 years.

Application Fee

The application fee is payable online. PwBD applicants are exempt if they submit a valid disability certificate.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official application portal at https://bknmurms.gipl.in/ and register for the relevant post.
2. Complete the online form with the required personal, educational, experience and category information. Use a valid personal email address and mobile number; the notification says communications will be sent by email or displayed on the university website.
3. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and supporting documents as instructed. Include certificates supporting eligibility, category, age, experience and essential qualifications.
4. Pay the applicable fee online, unless you qualify for the PwBD fee exemption and provide a valid disability certificate.
5. Submit the online application by 16 October 2026 and retain a copy for your records.
6. Print the completed application and prepare two hard copies, together with self-attested testimonials, certificates and other supporting documents relating to the post. Place both copies in one envelope.
7. Send the envelope by courier, in person, registered post or speed post so it reaches: The Registrar, Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta University, Government Polytechnic Campus, Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta University Road, Khadiya, Junagadh-362263, by 21 October 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
8. For queries, contact 079-23238887, support@gipl.net or recruitment@bknmu.edu.in.

Salary & Pay Scale

Pay is assigned by post and ranges from Level 2 to Level 14 under the 7th CPC. The post-wise scales are listed in the vacancy table. Lab Assistant, Senior Clerk and Junior Clerk receive a stated fixed salary of INR 26000 per month for the first five years; Store Keeper has a stated fixed salary of INR 40800 per month for the first five years. The notification also lists the applicable pay ranges for these roles.

Selection Process

For posts at Level 8 and above, if more than six applications are received, the university will conduct a written test. The six candidates with the highest written-test merit will be shortlisted for interview. Senior Clerk, Junior Clerk, Lab Assistant (Chemistry) and Store Keeper are selected through a written test only. The notification also provides for verification of original documents at the interview or document-verification stage. The syllabus and examination pattern are to be published on the university website.

Applicants who meet the requirements for a post should complete the online application by 16 October 2026 and ensure that both hard copies and all enclosures reach the university by the stated 21 October deadline.