Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, is a national university of strategic importance recognized as an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
RRU is India’s pioneering academic and research university in the field of national security, policing, criminology, military science, maritime law, and allied legal disciplines. With its unique interdisciplinary focus, the university plays a crucial role in preparing professionals, researchers, and policymakers in matters of law enforcement, justice administration, internal security, and defense.
The university invites applications from highly qualified and motivated professionals for Professor and Associate Professor positions in multiple legal and security-related disciplines.
Faculty Positions Available
Applications are open for the following positions:
- Professor – in Criminal Law, International Law, Constitutional Law, Securities Law, Financial Law, Corporate/Business Law, Criminology, Military Law, Maritime Law.
- Associate Professor – in Criminal Law, International Law, Constitutional Law, Securities Law, Financial Law, Corporate/Business Law, Criminology, Military Law, Maritime Law.
These positions are designed for scholars and professionals who can contribute meaningfully to teaching, research, capacity building, and knowledge dissemination in the legal and security domains.
Eligibility Criteria
For Professors
- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
- Research Requirements: At least 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals with a minimum research score of 120.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of teaching and/or research experience at a university or national-level institution, with proven doctoral supervision experience.
- Industry Professionals: Outstanding professionals from academia or industry with a Ph.D. and more than 10 years’ experience in relevant fields may also apply.
For Associate Professors
- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
- Master’s Degree: Minimum 55% marks in a relevant subject.
- Experience: At least 8 years of teaching/research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor level.
- Research Requirements: At least 7 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals with a minimum research score of 75.
These criteria are aligned with UGC regulations and aim to ensure that RRU attracts scholars of national and international repute.
Key Responsibilities
Selected Professors and Associate Professors at RRU will be expected to:
- Contribute to academic leadership by designing innovative and practice-oriented curricula.
- Engage in teaching, mentoring, and supervision of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students.
- Undertake high-quality research and publications in recognized journals.
- Collaborate with government, judiciary, law enforcement, and security agencies for research and training initiatives.
- Drive capacity building programs in areas such as policing, national security, criminology, and legal studies.
- Represent RRU in national and international conferences, seminars, and policy discussions.
- Support the university’s mission of advancing justice, law, and internal security frameworks in India.
Salary Package
Rashtriya Raksha University offers attractive pay scales to match the caliber of faculty it recruits:
- Professor: ₹2,00,000 – ₹2,10,000 per month
- Associate Professor: ₹1,30,000 – ₹2,00,000 per month
This competitive salary structure ensures parity with top central universities while rewarding academic excellence and leadership.
Why Join Rashtriya Raksha University?
Joining RRU offers unique advantages for academicians and professionals:
- National-Level Recognition: As an Institution of National Importance, RRU is a leading platform for security and law education in India.
- Interdisciplinary Focus: Work across diverse areas including law, criminology, military science, technology, and governance.
- Policy Impact: Faculty contributions at RRU often influence public policy, policing reforms, and justice delivery systems.
- Research Opportunities: Access to high-end research projects funded by government and international organizations.
- Global Exposure: Opportunities to collaborate with international universities, research institutes, and think tanks.
- Strategic Location: Gandhinagar offers a vibrant academic ecosystem with proximity to government and judicial institutions.
Application Details
- Last Date to Apply: 15th September 2025
- Application Mode: Online application through the official RRU career portal.
- Apply Here: https://rru.ac.in/career/
Applicants should prepare a comprehensive CV, list of publications, research score details, and supporting documents in line with UGC/University norms before submitting their application.
Conclusion
The Rashtriya Raksha University Faculty Recruitment 2025 is a landmark opportunity for academicians, researchers, and professionals in law, criminology, and security studies to join a world-class institution of national importance.
If you are committed to academic excellence, research leadership, and making a real impact on India’s national security and justice systems, this is your chance to contribute at the highest level.
Apply before 15th September 2025 and become part of RRU’s mission to create the next generation of leaders in law, policing, and national security.
