Kashmir University Faces Significant Staff Shortage: 20% of Posts Vacant
The University of Kashmir is currently grappling with a significant staffing shortage, with around 20% of its total posts vacant across various departments. According to data provided in response to an application filed under the Right to Information Act (RTI), a total of 2,859 sanctioned posts are currently part of the university's staffing structure. As of February 2024, nearly 570 of these positions remain unfilled, underscoring a major gap in staffing that is affecting the institution's operations. Around 20% of the 2,859 sanctioned posts at the University of Kashmir were vacant as of February 2024. Faculty Vacancies at the Heart of the Issue The most concerning aspect of this staff shortage is the high number of vacant faculty positions . Over 200 key posts, including those of professors, associate professors, and assistant professors, are yet to be filled. This is particularly concerning for an institution that plays a critical role in the education of the region's...