Assistant Professor Salary in Assam 2023: Assistant Professors are an integral part of the academic system. They are responsible for teaching and research at the graduation and post graduation level, making them a vital asset to the educational system. As such, their salaries play an important role in maintaining the quality of education. This article will explore the average salary of assistant professors in Assam.
In Assam, the Assistant Professor Salary varies depending on the institution, academic level, and experience. According to the UGC (University Grants Commission), the minimum pay for an Assistant Professor is Rs. 57,700/- per month .
Keep reading, to know what assistant professors do, how to become an assistant professor, how much you can expect to earn on average, and how assistant professors roles differ from associate professors.
Who is Assistant Professor?
An assistant professor ranks as a junior faculty member in a college or university who teaches, conducts research and assists senior professors. Assistant professors supervise graduate and undergraduate students.
How to Become a Professor in Assam?
To pursue career as an Assistant Professor, candidates are required to qualify for the below mentioned competitive examination after pursuing their post-graduation with a minimum aggregate percentage (minimum 55%) from a reputed University.
1. SLET (State Level Eligibility Test)
SLET is a State-Level examination that is also conducted by the NTA (National Testing Agency) to select interstate candidates to be eligible for Assistant Professor. After clearing the SLET exam, you will be eligible to apply and work with State-Level colleges or universities.
2. NET (National Eligibility Test)
The NET exam which is commonly known as UGC NET Exam is a competitive exam that is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) to select candidates for awarding the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and to determine the eligibility for Lecturer. To apply for this exam, you must have a Post Graduate degree with at least 55% marks secured from a recognized university. Once you clear the exam and receive the UGC NET Certificate, you can apply for the Assistant Professor job in reputed colleges and universities across the country.
Assistant Professor Salary in Assam as Per UGC 7th Pay Commission
As per the UGC 7th Pay commission, the Central Government and UGC Pay Review Committee had implemented the UGC 7th Pay Commission pay scales for qualified NET Lecturers/Assistant Professor Jobs and Teaching Jobs up to 24%, 16% and 8% as per the Dearness Allowance of the Employer.
With the implementation of 7th pay commission, the first academic level (corresponding to AGP of Rs. 6000) is numbered as academic level 10. Similarly, the other academic levels are 11,12, 134, 14 and 15. Each cell in an academic level is at 3% higher than the previous cell in that level.
UGC Assistant Professor Salary | UGC 7th Pay Commission
According to the 7th pay commission review committee report, there are 5 Academic levels (Level 10, 11, 12, 13A & 14) pertaining to Professor job to Associate professors jobs, with respect to which the grade pay and entry level pay are fixed. The revised pays are tabulated below for your reference.
UCG Assistant Professor Salary (Revised) | UGC 7th Pay Commission
The Government of India allowed revision of pay scales of teachers in the Higher Educational Institutions under the purview of the UGC (University Grand Commission). Govt of India has also allowed to revise the pay scales of the Officers of the Central University and Centrally funded Deemed to be Universities.
In pursuance of decision of the State Government and in exercise of powers conferred by the Constitution of India, The Government of Assam is pleased to extend the benefit of revised UGC pay scales to the Teachers of the Universities/ Govt Degree Colleges/ Provincialised Colleges/ Deficit Colleges/ and Universities of Assam as shown below:-
1. Assistant Professor Salary | Revised pay for Teachers in Universities and Colleges
| Job Positions | Existing Pay Scale | Academic Grade Pay | Revised Pay Scale | Academic Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 37,400 – 67,000 | 10,000 | 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 | 14 |
| Associate Professor | 37,400 – 67,000 | 9,000 | 1,31,400 -2,17,100 | 13A |
| Assistant Professor | 15,600 – 39,100 | 8,000 | 79,800 -2,11,500 | 12 |
| Assistant Professor | 15,600 -39,100 | 7,000 | 68,900 – 2,05,500 | 11 |
| Assistant Professor | 15,600 -39,100 | 6,000 | 57,700 – 1,82,400 | 10 |
What are Academic Levels for Assistant Professors?
As an assistant professor, your academic level can vary depending on the policies and regulations of the institution where you work. In Assam, academic levels for assistant professors are typically designated by a number, such as level 10, 11, 12,13A and 14. These levels are often based on a faculty member’s accomplishments, such as qualifications, experience, research output, teaching evaluations, and other contributions to your institution and the academic community.
1. Assistant Professor (Academic Level 10) to Assistant Professor (Senior Scale/Academic Level 11)
Assistant Professors who have completed 4 years of service with PhD or 5 years of service with M.Phil / PG Degree in Professional Course such as LLM, MTech, M.V.Sc, MD or 6 years of service for those without PhD/ MPhil/ PG Degree in Professional courses.
- Attended one Orientation course of 21 days duration on teaching methodology, and
- Any one of the following – Completed Refresher/ Research Methodology Course
2. Assistant Professor (Senior Scale/Academic Level 11) to Assistant Professor (Selection Grade/Academic Level 12)
- Assistant Professors who have completed 5 years of service in Academic Level 11.
- Any two of the following in the last 5 years of Academic Level 11 – Complete courses/ programmes from among the categories of Refresher Courses/ Research Methodology.
Note: The PhD Degree shall be a mandatory qualification for promotion to the post of Assistant Professor (Selection Grade/Academic Level 12) in Colleges.
3. Assistant Professor (Selection Grade/Academic Level 12) to Associate Professor (Academic Level 13A)
- Selection Grade Assistant Professor who have completed 3 years of service in Academic Level 12.
- PhD Degree in concerned subject/allied/relevant discipline.
4. Associate Professor (Academic Level 13A) to Professor (Academic Level 14)
- Associate Professors who have completed 3 yeas of service in Academic Level 13A.
- PhD Degree in concerned subject/allied/relevant discipline.
- A minimum of 10 research publications in peer reviewed/ UCG listed journals out of which 3 research papers shall be published during the assessment period.
- A minimum of 110 Research Score
FAQ
1. What is the Salary of an Assistant Professor as per UGC Pay Commission?
As per the revised UGC Pay norms, the starting salary of an assistant professor is Rs 57,700 + Rs 6,000/- as grade pay, and it can go up to Rs. 1,31,400 + Rs 9,000/- as grade pay (This depends on the seniority level of the assistant professor).