A large recruitment drive has opened at one of the leading public universities in Bangladesh. The Chittagong University Job Circular 2026 offers a total of 99 vacancies across 71 post categories, and the authorities have published four separate circulars to fill them. Both male and female candidates from every district of the country are welcome to apply for the posts that match their qualifications.
According to the Chittagong University Job Circular 2026, the vacancies cover a wide range of jobs, from Class 8 and SSC level posts such as bus conductor, cook, guard, cleaner and laboratory attendant to HSC and diploma level posts such as hardware technician, library assistant, computer typist and lab technician, along with teaching posts in various departments. The monthly pay scale runs from Tk 8,250 to Tk 69,850 under the National Pay Scale 2015, and selected candidates will also receive the other benefits allowed by the university rules. This article explains the post-wise vacancies, educational requirements, salary grades, application fee and the complete application procedure.
Chittagong University Job Circular 2026 - Key Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Employer Name | Chittagong University (University of Chittagong) |
| Sector | Public University |
| Job Location | Chittagong University Campus, Chittagong (various departments, halls and offices) |
| Number of Post Categories | 71 |
| Total Vacancies | 99 |
| Job Type | University Job |
| Age Limit | As per the government and university rules (stated post-wise in the circular) |
| Educational Qualification | Class 8, SSC, HSC, Diploma and as per the official website (post-wise) |
| Salary and Benefits | Tk 8,250 to Tk 69,850 (5th to 20th grade of the National Pay Scale 2015) plus other benefits as per the university rules |
| Application Fee | Tk 500 per post, payable by bank draft or pay order in favour of the Registrar, Chittagong University (not refundable) |
| Circular Number | 02/2026 (No. 202609260003C) |
| Newspaper Source | Daily Samakal, Daily Amar Desh, Daily Ajker Patrika and Daily Purbanchal |
| Circular Issue Date | Post-wise 24 September, 25 October, 26 October and 29 October 2026 |
| Publication Date | Post-wise 26 September, 26 October, 27 October and 30 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 26 September 2026 |
| Application Deadline | Post-wise 01 November, 24 November, 25 November and 26 November 2026 |
| Application Method | By post / in person |
| Official Website | cu.ac.bd |
| Head Office Address | Fatehpur, Hathazari, Chittagong-4331 |
| Established | 1966 |
About Chittagong University
Chittagong University is one of the oldest and most trusted higher education institutions in Bangladesh. It was established in 1966 and has long been running higher education and research programmes as a public university. The institution regularly recruits qualified people to support its academic excellence and administrative activities. Its main campus is located at Fatehpur, Hathazari, Chittagong-4331, and the official website of the university is cu.ac.bd.
Vacancy Details and Number of Posts
A total of 99 people will be appointed to 71 post categories through four separate circulars. The post-wise vacancies and the pay scale of each circular are given below.
Circular 1 (21 post categories, 30 vacancies)
| Position | Number of Posts | Pay Scale (Grade) |
|---|---|---|
| Bus Conductor | 1 | Tk 9,000 to Tk 21,800 (Grade 17) |
| Cook | 1 | Tk 8,500 to Tk 20,570 (Grade 19) |
| Laboratory Attendant | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Orderly Peon | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| M.L.S.S. | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Guard | 6 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Assistant Cook | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Table Boy | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Dining Hall Assistant | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Field Worker | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Security Staff / Guard | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Helper | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Scavenger | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Dining Hall Assistant | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Table Boy | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Cleaner | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Assistant Cook | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Cleaning Staff | 3 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Security Guard | 3 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Cleaner | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
| Guard | 1 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 (Grade 20) |
Circular 2 (22 post categories, 24 vacancies)
| Position | Number of Posts | Pay Scale (Grade) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware Technician (Networking) | 1 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 (Grade 13) |
| Hardware Technician | 3 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 (Grade 13) |
| Supervisor | 1 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 (Grade 13) |
| Photographer | 1 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 (Grade 13) |
| Instrumentalist (Tabla) | 1 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 (Grade 13) |
| Instrumentalist (Harmonium) | 1 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 (Grade 13) |
| Instrumentalist (Flute) | 1 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 (Grade 13) |
| Instrumentalist (Keyboard) | 1 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 (Grade 13) |
| Driver (Heavy) | 1 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 (Grade 13) |
| Greenhouse Technician | 1 | Tk 10,200 to Tk 24,680 (Grade 14) |
| Lower Division Assistant | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Library Assistant (Grade-2) | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Library Assistant (Grade-2) | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Library Assistant (Grade-2) | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Computer Typist cum Office Assistant | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Computer Typist cum Office Assistant | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Photocopier Operator | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Caretaker | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Lab Technician | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Lab Technician | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Junior Cataloguer | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
| Computer Lab Assistant | 1 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 (Grade 16) |
Circular 3 (7 post categories, 7 vacancies)
| Position | Number of Posts | Pay Scale (Grade) |
|---|---|---|
| Psychiatrist (Male) | 1 | Tk 43,000 to Tk 69,850 (Grade 5) |
| Psychiatrist (Female) | 1 | Tk 43,000 to Tk 69,850 (Grade 5) |
| Anaesthetist | 1 | Tk 43,000 to Tk 69,850 (Grade 5) |
| Assistant Surgeon | 1 | Tk 35,500 to Tk 67,010 (Grade 6) |
| Instructor | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Greenhouse Supervisor | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Sub-Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 1 | Tk 16,000 to Tk 38,640 (Grade 10) |
Circular 4 (21 post categories, 38 vacancies)
| Position | Number of Posts | Pay Scale (Grade) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Institute of Fine Arts) | 5 | Tk 35,500 to Tk 67,010 (Grade 6) |
| Lecturer - Printmaking (Institute of Fine Arts) | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer - History of Art (Institute of Fine Arts) | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer - Sculpture (Institute of Fine Arts) | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Drama) | 2 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Institute of Modern Languages) | 2 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of History) | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer against Assistant Professor (Department of History) | 2 (temporary) | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Persian Language and Literature) | 2 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Accounting) | 2 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Management) | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer against Assistant Professor (Department of Management) | 2 (temporary) | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Economics) | 2 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Sociology) | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Public Administration) | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer against Assistant Professor (Department of International Relations) | 2 (temporary) | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Anthropology) | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Criminology and Police Science) | 2 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Development Studies) | 2 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer against Associate Professor (Department of Botany) | 4 (temporary) | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
| Lecturer (Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology) | 1 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 (Grade 9) |
Educational Requirements and Experience
The minimum qualification depends on the post, and the circular states it separately for each category. The main qualification groups are shown below.
| Qualification | Relevant Positions | Experience and Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Class 8 pass | Bus Conductor, Cook, Guard, Assistant Cook, Table Boy, Dining Hall Assistant, Field Worker, Security Staff, Helper, Scavenger, Cleaner, Cleaning Staff, Security Guard | Practical experience in the relevant work is required for most of these posts |
| SSC or equivalent | Laboratory Attendant (Science), Orderly Peon, M.L.S.S., Photocopier Operator | Science group SSC is required for the laboratory attendant post |
| HSC or equivalent | Hardware Technician, Supervisor, Photographer, Instrumentalists, Library Assistant (Grade-2), Computer Typist cum Office Assistant, Lower Division Assistant, Caretaker, Lab Technician, Junior Cataloguer, Computer Lab Assistant | Diploma, trade course or certificate and practical experience are required for the technical posts |
| Class 8 or JSC pass with a valid heavy driving licence | Driver (Heavy) | Experience in driving vehicles is required |
| HSC or equivalent with a diploma or trade course | Greenhouse Technician, Hardware Technician (Networking) | Computer hardware, networking and greenhouse maintenance experience is required |
| Certificate course in library science | Library Assistant (Grade-2), Junior Cataloguer | Knowledge and training in library cataloguing are required |
| As per the circular and the official website | Psychiatrist, Anaesthetist, Assistant Surgeon, Instructor, Greenhouse Supervisor, Sub-Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Qualifications, experience and age limit are stated in the notice and on cu.ac.bd |
| As per the circular and the official website | Assistant Professor and Lecturer posts of Circular 4 | Academic qualifications and experience are stated in the notice and on cu.ac.bd |
Salary and Benefits
The advertised posts are placed in the 5th to 20th grade of the National Pay Scale 2015, so the monthly salary ranges from Tk 8,250 to Tk 69,850. Besides the basic pay, the selected candidates receive the allowances and other facilities that the university rules allow.
| Grade | Monthly Pay Scale | Example Positions |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 | Tk 43,000 to Tk 69,850 | Psychiatrist (Male and Female), Anaesthetist |
| Grade 6 | Tk 35,500 to Tk 67,010 | Assistant Surgeon, Assistant Professor (Institute of Fine Arts) |
| Grade 9 | Tk 22,000 to Tk 53,060 | Instructor, Greenhouse Supervisor, Lecturer posts |
| Grade 10 | Tk 16,000 to Tk 38,640 | Sub-Assistant Engineer (Civil) |
| Grade 13 | Tk 11,000 to Tk 26,590 | Hardware Technician, Supervisor, Photographer, Instrumentalists, Driver (Heavy) |
| Grade 14 | Tk 10,200 to Tk 24,680 | Greenhouse Technician |
| Grade 16 | Tk 9,300 to Tk 22,490 | Lower Division Assistant, Library Assistant, Computer Typist cum Office Assistant, Caretaker, Lab Technician, Junior Cataloguer |
| Grade 17 | Tk 9,000 to Tk 21,800 | Bus Conductor |
| Grade 19 | Tk 8,500 to Tk 20,570 | Cook |
| Grade 20 | Tk 8,250 to Tk 20,010 | Laboratory Attendant, Guard, Cleaner and the other support posts |
Age Limit
The age limit for these posts is fixed as per the recruitment circular and the government and university rules, and the exact age range is mentioned post-wise in the official notice. Applicants should read the notice of the post they are interested in before filling in the application form.
Job Location
Selected candidates will work at the Chittagong University campus in Chittagong, in different departments, halls and offices of the university. The head office address of the university is Fatehpur, Hathazari, Chittagong-4331.
Who Can Apply
Eligible and interested citizens from all districts of Bangladesh may apply for the advertised posts. Both male and female candidates can apply, and the circular offers a good career opportunity for fresh graduates as well as experienced professionals, depending on the post.
Application Fee and Payment
An application fee of Tk 500 has to be paid for each post, as mentioned in the circular and on the official website. The fee is paid through a bank draft or pay order prepared in favour of the Registrar, Chittagong University, from any scheduled bank. A submitted bank draft or pay order is not refundable. Candidates should write their name, the name of the post and their mobile number clearly on the back of the pay order.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted by post or by hand, and the documents to be attached, along with the number of application sets, differ from one circular to another. The steps for each circular are given below.
Circular 1: Prepare the application with a complete CV, a recently taken passport-size colour photograph, a copy of the national identity card and attested copies of the necessary certificates, then send it by post or submit it directly to the office of the Registrar, Chittagong University, Chittagong.
Circular 2: Collect the prescribed application form from the Registrar's office, fill it in properly and submit 6 sets with a recently taken passport-size colour photograph, attested certificates and marksheets, the national identity card and the original bank draft or pay order to the office of the Registrar (Acting), Chittagong University.
Circular 3: Prepare the application with a complete CV, a recently taken passport-size colour photograph, a copy of the national identity card and attested copies of the necessary certificates, then send it by post or submit it directly to the office of the Registrar (Acting), Chittagong University, Chittagong.
Circular 4: Download the prescribed form from the university website cu.ac.bd/forms.php or collect it from the Registrar's office, fill it in properly and submit 6 sets with the required photograph, certificates, marksheets, national identity card and the original bank draft or pay order to the Registrar's office.
Applications must reach the university office within office hours on or before the last date of the respective circular. The deadlines of the four circulars are given below.
| Circular | Vacancies | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Circular 1 | 30 | 26 November 2026 |
| Circular 2 | 24 | 24 November 2026 |
| Circular 3 | 7 | 25 November 2026 |
| Circular 4 | 38 | 01 November 2026 |
Important Instructions
Incomplete applications, applications containing wrong information and applications received after the fixed last date and time will not be accepted. Candidates should fill in the form carefully and attach all the required documents before submission.
Selection Process
After the applications are received, they will be scrutinised within the scheduled time. Valid applicants who fulfil the required conditions will be informed about the written test or the direct interview schedule. Candidates are advised to bring their original certificates and national identity card to the viva.
Conclusion
A career at Chittagong University offers respect, stability and a chance to work in the country's higher education sector. With 99 vacancies in 71 post categories, there is a suitable opening for candidates with qualifications ranging from Class 8 to postgraduate level, so eligible applicants should not miss this opportunity.
The application deadline for the four circulars falls between 01 November 2026 and 26 November 2026. Prepare your documents early, submit the application form with the correct bank draft or pay order before the last date of your chosen circular, and take the first step towards a secure career at the university.
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