Archive · 11 Nov 2025
Maharashtra's New Professor Recruitment Norms Face Backlash for Ignoring UGC Guidelines
Imagine teachers applying for jobs at universities in Maharashtra.
The government made a new rule that gives 75 points for their schoolwork and research, and only 25 points for the interview.
A student group called ABVP is upset because they think this rule is unfair.
They say it doesn't follow the rules from a big education group called UGC, which usually suggests giving 50 points for schoolwork and 50 points for the interview.
ABVP believes the new rule makes it hard for local students who studied in Maharashtra, especially from smaller towns, to get the job.
They want the government to use the UGC's fairer system so everyone has an equal chance.
Maharashtra's Higher and Technical Education Department has introduced a new 75-25 marks formula for professor recruitment in public universities.
The formula allocates 75 marks for academic qualifications and experience, and 25 marks for the interview.
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and Maharashtra New Professors Association oppose the new formula, citing a disregard for UGC guidelines.
Opponents argue the 75-25 split disadvantages local candidates and those from rural educational backgrounds.
There are calls to implement the UGC's recommended 50-50 marks distribution for academic qualifications and interviews.
- Who
- Maharashtra's Higher and Technical Education Department, Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), Maharashtra Navpradhyapak Sanghatana, NET/SET/PhD qualified candidates.
- What
- New professor recruitment norms with a 75-25 marks distribution for academic/research versus interview.
- When
- Recently issued government decision, recruitment process underway.
- Where
- Public universities in Maharashtra, India.
- Why
- To fill professor vacancies but facing opposition for allegedly ignoring UGC guidelines and disadvantaging local candidates.
Maharashtra Government's 75-25 Formula
UGC Guidelines and ABVP's Demands
Weightage for Academic Qualification vs. Interview
Maharashtra Government's 75-25 Formula
Assigns 75 marks to academic qualification, teaching experience, research, and 25 marks to the interview. Requires a minimum of 50 marks to be eligible for an interview.
UGC Guidelines and ABVP's Demands
Advocates for the UGC's 50 marks for academic qualification and 50 marks for interview, deeming it more appropriate and comprehensive. Argues that the 75-25 split disadvantages candidates with NET-SET alone and those from rural educational backgrounds.
Impact on Local Candidates
Maharashtra Government's 75-25 Formula
The new formula has been implemented for professor recruitment in public universities, addressing vacancies that have stalled recruitment for two years.
UGC Guidelines and ABVP's Demands
Claims the formula ignores UGC guidelines and constitutes 'injustice' to local candidates ('sons of the soil'), NET, SET, and PhD-qualified individuals, potentially denying them job opportunities.
Implementation of UGC Guidelines
Maharashtra Government's 75-25 Formula
The state Higher and Technical Education Department has issued a new government decision with the 75-25 formula for professor recruitment.
UGC Guidelines and ABVP's Demands
Asserts that the government's decision disregards University Grants Commission regulations, leading to unfairness for local candidates. Calls for adherence to UGC guidelines and a revised grading system.
- Recruitment Formula
- 75-25 (75 marks for academic qualification/experience/research, 25 marks for interview)
- Organizations Opposing
- Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), Maharashtra Navpradhyapak Sanghatana (Maharashtra New Professors Association)
- Core Objection
- Formula and conditions do not align with UGC guidelines, disadvantaging local candidates.
- UGC Recommended Formula
- 50-50 (50 marks for academic qualification, 50 marks for interview)
- Eligibility Threshold (State Formula)
- Minimum 50 marks required to be eligible for an interview.