J&K College Contractual Lecturers Suffering for Decades: Appeal for Salary Hike as per UGC Norms
Long-Pending Demand | Higher Education Department | Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir: College Contractual Lecturers working under the Academic Arrangement Scheme in the Higher Education Department have been serving students for decades. However, their long-pending demand for a substantial salary hike continues to be a matter of serious concern.
At present, Teaching Assistants reportedly receive a monthly salary of ₹22,000, while Lecturers receive ₹28,000. In comparison, candidates working in similar positions in some other states reportedly receive significantly higher remuneration, with basic pay reaching ₹52,000.
Highly Qualified Teachers Deserve Fair Remuneration
J&K College Contractual Lecturers include highly qualified candidates possessing qualifications such as PhD, NET and SET. They have accumulated valuable teaching experience over the years and play an important role in shaping the academic future of students in colleges across Jammu and Kashmir.
Despite their qualifications, experience and dedication, their comparatively low salaries have created financial difficulties for many lecturers and their families. Meeting basic household expenses has become increasingly challenging, raising serious concerns about their financial security and professional dignity.
Demand for a Salary Hike as per UGC Norms
The lecturers believe that their teaching responsibilities and contribution to higher education deserve appropriate recognition. They are seeking a fair salary structure in accordance with applicable UGC norms and relevant government rules.
The recent salary-related order concerning Academic Arrangement employees in Ladakh has also raised hopes among contractual lecturers in Jammu and Kashmir that their long-standing demand will receive due consideration.
An Appeal to Hon'ble Education Minister Sakina Itoo
J&K College Contractual Lecturers earnestly appeal to the higher authorities to intervene and resolve this long-pending issue. They also request Hon'ble Education Minister Sakina Itoo to take their genuine concerns into consideration and help ensure a fair and dignified salary structure.
These educators are valuable assets to the Higher Education Department. Their years of service, academic qualifications and commitment to teaching deserve recognition through appropriate remuneration and improved financial security.
Our Appeal
Fair salaries mean dignity for teachers, financial security for families and a stronger future for higher education in Jammu and Kashmir. The long-pending demand of J&K College Contractual Lecturers deserves urgent and sympathetic consideration.
Key Highlights
- J&K Teaching Assistants reportedly receive ₹22,000 per month.
- J&K Contractual Lecturers reportedly receive ₹28,000 per month.
- Lecturers seek fair remuneration in accordance with applicable UGC norms and government rules.
- Highly qualified educators, including PhD, NET and SET holders, contribute to higher education.
- An appeal has been made to the higher authorities and Education Minister Sakina Itoo.
Disclaimer: Salary figures and comparisons mentioned in this article are based on information provided by the concerned stakeholders and have not been independently verified. Eligibility for any particular pay scale is subject to applicable rules and official government orders.
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