SPA Vijayawada Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 12 Posts
School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada is filling 12 Assistant Professor posts in its Department of Architecture through a walk-in interview on 17 November 2026. The engagement is purely on contract, starting with six months. Candidates need a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and a relevant Master's Degree, with First Class or equivalent at either level.
SPA Vijayawada Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference number | 10/SPAV/CF-Arch/Rect./2026-27 |
| Post | Assistant Professor (Faculty on Contract) |
| Department | Architecture |
| Total vacancies | 12 |
| How to apply | Walk-in interview with the filled application form |
| Notice date | 30.10.2026 |
| Last date (walk-in date) | 17.11.2026 |
| Website | www.spav.ac.in |
The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.
About SPA Vijayawada
School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It is located at Sy No.4/4, ITI Road, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
SPA Vijayawada Assistant Professor Vacancy Details 2026
| Post or Discipline | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Architecture) | 12 | Consolidated Rs. 65,000/- p.m. with P.G. Degree; Rs. 70,000/- p.m. with Ph.D Degree |
The number of vacancies is likely to increase or decrease as per requirement, at the sole discretion of the institute.
SPA Vijayawada Assistant Professor Eligibility 2026
Essential Qualification
Candidates must meet one of these two conditions:
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and Master's Degree in Architecture/Conservation/Landscape Architecture/Urban Design/Building Engineering Management/Master of Design/General Architecture/Environmental Architecture/Interior Design/Any relevant Master's in the field of Architecture, with First Class or equivalent either in Bachelor's or Master's Degree.
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and Master's Degree in Planning (with any specialization), with First Class or equivalent either in Bachelor's or Master's Degree.
Equivalence of First Class is a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate, if class or division is not awarded.
Desirable Aspects
- One (01) year experience in teaching and/or research or industry in a reputed organization.
- Specialization in Architecture/Design at PG level of M.Arch Architectural Conservation/Landscape Architecture/Sustainable Architecture/M.Urban Design/M.Design/General Architecture.
- Papers presented at Conference and/or in referred journals.
See the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 30.10.2026 |
| Verification of documents | 17.11.2026 |
| Reporting time | 9:00 am to 11:30 am |
| Walk-in interview | 17.11.2026 |
Selection Process
- Verification of documents, where candidates also hand in the filled application.
- Walk-in interview on the same day. Candidates may be required to make a Power Point Presentation on a topic of their interest, with a maximum of 5 slides.
Service Conditions
- The posts are temporary in nature and purely on contract basis (ad-hoc/contract).
- The initial tenure is six months, extendable from time to time depending on requirement and satisfactory performance.
How to Apply for SPA Vijayawada Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
- Download the application form from the website www.spav.ac.in.
- Fill in the form completely.
- Report to School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada, Sy No.4/4, ITI Road, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, within the reporting time.
- Submit the filled application with photocopies of all documents on qualifications, experience etc. at document verification, before the walk-in interview.
- Produce the original documents for verification.
Original Documents to Bring
- UG, PG and Ph.D Degree Certificates and Marks Sheets
- Experience Certificates
- Details of papers presented at Conferences/referred journals in brief
- CoA Registration, if applicable
- Identity proof issued by GoI
- SSC/DoB certificate and Passport size Photograph
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification (PDF) | SPA Vijayawada faculty notification (PDF) |
| Application form and official website | SPA Vijayawada website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my university does not award a class or division?
A minimum of 60% marks in aggregate is treated as equivalent to First Class.
Can a candidate with a Master's Degree in Planning attend?
Yes, with a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture. Any Planning specialization is accepted, with First Class or equivalent in either degree.
Is teaching experience compulsory?
No. One year of experience in teaching and/or research or industry in a reputed organization is listed as desirable, not essential.
Does a Ph.D increase the pay?
Yes. The consolidated remuneration is Rs. 5,000 higher than the P.G. rate.
What must candidates with a foreign degree produce?
They should produce an Equivalence Certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi.
How long can the presentation be?
If a presentation is asked for, it can have a maximum of 5 slides, and the candidate chooses the topic.
Will the institute pay travel costs for the interview?
No. The institute will not pay TA/DA to candidates appearing for the interview.