The chemistry department professor was suspended yesterday after the alleged victim of the same department lodged a complaint with the authorities against him.
The university's Sexual Harassment Committee was asked to probe the allegations levelled by the student and submit a report, the officials said.
During the period of enquiry, the suspended teacher was asked not to enter his department and shall be attached to the office of the registrar.
He was also asked not to leave the headquarters without prior permission, the officials said.