North Bengal St. Xavier’s College released this recruitment notice on 18 August 2026, signed by the Principal, Fr. Dr. Dennis Soosai, S.J. The notice invites applications from Ph.D, NET or SET-qualified candidates for contractual posts in Botany, Psychology, Microbiology, Zoology and Geography. Candidates must send their CV to principal@nbxc.edu.in on or before 21 August 2026. This is for candidates who want to start a teaching career in higher education at a Jesuit-run college in North Bengal.
The notice does not give a total vacancy count or a subject-wise number of posts; a full discipline list is set out below. The place of posting is also not specified — North Bengal St. Xavier’s College runs two campuses, at Rajganj (Jalpaiguri district) and Matigara (Darjeeling district). Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official North Bengal St. Xavier’s College notice dated 18 August 2026. Last verified: 18 August 2026.
North Bengal St. Xavier’s College is recruiting contractual faculty in Botany, Psychology, Microbiology, Zoology and Geography through an urgent notice dated 18 August 2026. The last date to apply is 21 August 2026, and candidates must apply by emailing their CV to principal@nbxc.edu.in. The notice does not mention the number of posts per subject, the salary, or a selection process.
Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | North Bengal St. Xavier’s College (NBXC) |
| Post | Contractual Faculty — Botany, Psychology, Microbiology, Zoology, Geography |
| Application Mode | Email (CV to principal@nbxc.edu.in) |
| Eligibility | Ph.D, or NET, or SET qualified |
| Last Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Who Can Apply | Ph.D / NET / SET qualified candidates in the five listed subjects |
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About North Bengal St. Xavier’s College
North Bengal St. Xavier’s College is a Jesuit institution affiliated to the University of North Bengal and recognised under Sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act. It is accredited by NAAC with a B+ grade in its first cycle. The college runs undergraduate programmes in Arts, Science and Commerce, along with BCA and BBA, across two campuses — Rajganj in Jalpaiguri district and Matigara in Darjeeling district. Recruitment at the college is carried out under rules set by the college management, following the guidelines of the university, the Commissionerate of Higher Education, and the UGC.
This background is drawn from the college’s official website and its published Careers page, not from the recruitment notice itself. Confirm current details with the college.
Local Context and How This Compares
Both NBXC campuses are in North Bengal: Rajganj in Jalpaiguri district, and Matigara in Darjeeling district near the Jesu Ashram landmark, as given in the notice itself. This puts the vacancy within reach of candidates already based in the Siliguri, Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling belt, without needing to relocate to another state or region.
Compared to a full-scale government college recruitment run through a state public service commission, this is a shorter and faster hiring process. The notice gives candidates only three days to apply, well short of the weeks or months a formal government recruitment usually takes. This comparison is added context, not part of the official notice. Confirm the current hiring timeline with the college.
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Important Dates
The notice sets one clear deadline. No separate dates are given for interview, joining, or document verification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice issued | 18 August 2026 |
| Last date to send CV | 21 August 2026 |
Vacancy Details and Salary
The notice lists five disciplines for contractual posts but does not break down the number of posts per discipline or give a pay scale. Each discipline is listed below as its own row, as the notice presents them.
| Discipline | Nature of Post |
|---|---|
| Botany | Contractual |
| Psychology | Contractual |
| Microbiology | Contractual |
| Zoology | Contractual |
| Geography | Contractual |
| Total | — |
Eligibility
The notice sets one standard qualification that applies across all five disciplines, so it is listed once rather than post-wise.
- Qualification: Candidate must hold a Ph.D, or be NET qualified, or be SET qualified, in the relevant subject.
- Experience: Not mentioned in the official notification.
- Age limit: Not mentioned in the official notification.
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How to Apply
- Prepare a CV that clearly states your Ph.D, NET, or SET qualification and the subject you are applying for.
- Email the CV to principal@nbxc.edu.in.
- Send the email on or before 21 August 2026 — the notice gives a 3-day window from its date of issue.
Documents to keep ready
- CV (the only document the notice specifically asks for)
Added context, not part of the official notice: candidates emailing a CV to an academic institution typically keep their highest qualification certificate and NET/SET scorecard ready to attach or produce later, though the notice itself does not list these as requirements. Confirm with the college before applying.
Important Links
| Link | What it is |
|---|---|
| NBXC Careers page | College’s official careers page |
| More North Bengal jobs on India Job Alerts | Other current vacancies in the region |
Should You Apply?
This suits candidates who already hold a Ph.D, or have cleared NET or SET, in Botany, Psychology, Microbiology, Zoology or Geography, and are ready to apply within a short window. It is a good fit for candidates based in or near Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling or the wider Siliguri belt who want to begin or continue an academic teaching career without relocating far.
It does not suit candidates looking for a permanent, pensionable government college appointment — this is a contractual post, and the notice does not mention pay, contract duration, or a formal selection process, so these need to be confirmed directly with the college before applying. The three-day window also means candidates without their qualification documents ready may struggle to apply in time.
Added context, not part of the official notice: NBXC’s Careers page states that the college publishes vacancies “from time to time as per requirement,” and the college has advertised similar short-term contractual faculty openings before. This suggests such notices may recur, though neither frequency nor future openings can be predicted from this notice. Confirm with the college for current opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for North Bengal St. Xavier’s College recruitment 2026?
The last date to send the CV is 21 August 2026. The notice was issued on 18 August 2026 and gives candidates three days to apply.
What is the eligibility for North Bengal St. Xavier’s College contractual faculty posts?
Candidates must hold a PhD, or be NET qualified, or be SET qualified, in Botany, Psychology, Microbiology, Zoology or Geography. The notice does not mention any age limit or experience requirement.
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