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Schools, coaching institutes, and edtech companies use CosmoQuick to source qualified Assistant Professors. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
₹12.0 LPA
₹8.4 LPA – ₹17.4 LPA
Demand Score
83/100
High
Monthly Openings
1.1K
across India
YoY Growth
+11%
rolling 12 months
Why institutions hire on CosmoQuick
CosmoQuick matches educators on subject, board, qualifications, and location — eliminating the weeks lost in unstructured search. Hiring teams see vetted, ready-to-interview profiles.
Market outlook
Demand for assistant professors in India is robust. Hiring institutions report a 11% year-on-year increase in mandates, driven by new program launches and NAAC-driven faculty additions.
Compensation context
Compensation typically falls between ₹8.4 LPA and ₹17.4 LPA, with experienced asst. professors in India commanding ₹17.4 LPA+ in premium institutions and international-curriculum schools. Total cost-to-company often includes performance incentives, professional development stipends, and accommodation for residential schools.
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1.5K openings
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1.6K openings
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1.8K openings
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1.4K openings
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1.3K openings
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1.4K openings
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1.1K openings
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1.2K openings
Hire Assistant Professors in Gurgaon
1.5K openings
Institution types hiring this role
Schools hiring Assistant Professors
K-12 schools across CBSE, ICSE, IB, IGCSE, and state boards form the largest hiring base for educators in India
Colleges hiring Assistant Professors
Undergraduate colleges hire lecturers, assistant professors, and trainers across arts, science, and commerce streams
Universities hiring Assistant Professors
Universities recruit professors, assistant professors, and research faculty, with strong demand at top private and central institutions
Coaching Institutes hiring Assistant Professors
Coaching institutes drive intense hiring for JEE, NEET, UPSC, and foundation faculty across metro and tier-2 cities
EdTech Companies hiring Assistant Professors
EdTech companies hire instructors, coding mentors, and trainers for online cohort programs and live class platforms
Skill Training Centers hiring Assistant Professors
Skill training centers hire trainers across coding, design, soft skills, and government skilling missions
Curriculum / boards
Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Assistant Professor in India is around ₹12.0 LPA, typically ranging from ₹8.4 LPA to ₹17.4 LPA based on experience, qualifications, and institution type.