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I am a registered architect civil engineer [diploma] with practical experience of 25 years, can i get a post as professor/asst professor/lecturer in polytechnics in maharashtra ?

I have successfully completed M.A , M.phil in English lanhuage and literature in 2000, and 2006 respectively with 50 % of marks; also I belong to O.B.C category. My question is that whether I can become a lecturer in any U.G. C aided or Govt. colleges in Kerala according to the present university rules and regulation. If it is not possible , what is the present qualification to become a lecturer in the university college as per U G C. norms.

To join as lecturer in Polytechnic the candidate has to apply for the NET entrance exam which is conducted by the UGC department . NET(National Eligibility Test) entrance exam is conducted twice in a year in the month of June and December .

The eligibility criteria for the NET exam are as under :-

-The candidate must have passed the master degree with at least 55% marks from any recognized university.

-The candidate age must be below 35 years.There is age relaxation as per gov. rules for reserved categories.

-The candidate must be an Indian .

The selection process involves of

* Written exam , and

* Interview .

The written test is conducted for two papers.

Paper I is for General Studies and Mental Ability of 150 marks .

Paper II is for core subjects in B.E of 300 marks .

What is the age limit of assistant professor post in Govt and other university