PUNE: After nearly 15 years of stalled recruitment, the College of Engineering, Pune (COEP) Technological University plans to fill 109 vacant faculty positions by the end of 2026, following a Supreme Court decision allowing appointments against vacant posts without disturbing those under legal dispute.
According to reports here, the move is expected to bring relief to students and faculty members who have been affected by the stalled recruitment process. The COEP has been struggling to fill vacant positions due to various reasons, including legal disputes and lack of funds.
Key Highlights:
- 109 vacant faculty positions to be filled by the end of 2026.
- Supreme Court decision allows appointments against vacant posts without disturbing those under legal dispute.
- Relief for students and faculty members affected by stalled recruitment process.
Context:
The COEP has been facing challenges in filling vacant faculty positions due to various reasons, including legal disputes and lack of funds. The stalled recruitment process has affected students and faculty members, leading to a shortage of qualified teachers and a decline in the quality of education.
Response:
The COEP administration has welcomed the Supreme Court decision, saying it will help fill the vacant positions and improve the quality of education. “We are glad that the Supreme Court has allowed us to fill the vacant positions without disturbing those under legal dispute,” said a COEP official. “This will help us improve the quality of education and provide relief to our students and faculty members.”
“The Supreme Court decision is a welcome relief for us. We can now focus on filling the vacant positions and improving the quality of education,” said the COEP official.
Forward Context: The COEP administration plans to fill the vacant faculty positions by the end of 2026. The university will also work on improving the quality of education and providing relief to students and faculty members affected by the stalled recruitment process.