📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Delhi Technological University (DTU)
- Advertisement Number: 04/2026
- Reference Number: F.DTU/Rectt./Asst.Prof/2026/F-1018/5602
- Total Posts: 219 Assistant Professor
- Disciplines: 24 (Engineering, Applied Sciences, Management, Humanities, Design)
- Employment Nature: Permanent (Direct Recruitment)
- Application Mode: Online Application
- Application Start: 23 October 2026, 11:00 AM
- Application Close: 7 December 2026, 5:00 PM
- Eligibility Reckoning Date: 7 December 2026
- Application Fee: ₹2,000 (UR/OBC), ₹1,000 (EWS/SC/ST), Exempt (PwBD)
- Age Limit: No Upper Age Limit
- Job Location: Delhi Technological University, Shahbad Daulatpur, Bawana Road, Delhi - 110042
- Official Website: dtu.ac.in
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Discipline | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Chemistry | 4 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Chemical Engineering | 4 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Applied Mathematics | 11 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Mathematics & Computing | 2 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Applied Physics | 15 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Engineering Physics | 11 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Automobile Engineering | 12 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Civil Engineering | 20 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Management (DSM) | 10 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 4 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Electrical Engineering | 8 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Environmental Science & Engineering | 6 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Humanities (Economics) | 5 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Humanities (English) | 3 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Production Engineering | 20 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Mechanical Engineering | 18 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Information Technology | 9 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Software Engineering | 3 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Computer Science & Engineering | 36 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Economics (USME) | 1 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Design | 3 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Biotechnology | 6 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Geospatial Science | 2 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Geospatial Technology | 6 | No Upper Age Limit | Level 10 (₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400) |
| Total | 219 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Engineering & Technology Disciplines (CSE, IT, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, ECE, Chemical, Automobile, Production, Software, Biotechnology, Environmental, Geospatial): Candidates must possess the prescribed undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the relevant branch/specialization as per the discipline-specific DTU Recruitment Rules. Ph.D. degree carries weightage in the 100-point screening criteria. Qualifying scores in GATE/NET may be required as per specific rules.
- Applied Sciences Disciplines (Applied Physics, Applied Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Physics, Mathematics & Computing): Candidates must meet the qualifications and academic conditions specified in the respective DTU Recruitment Rules. UGC-related relaxation provisions may apply for certain disciplines.
- Management (DSM), Humanities (Economics, English), Economics (USME), Design: Candidates must satisfy the qualifications, specializations, and experience requirements detailed in the discipline-specific recruitment rules.
- General Conditions: Educational qualifications, experience, and other eligibility conditions will be assessed as on the closing date (7 December 2026). Guest faculty experience is not counted for teaching/industrial experience scoring. Separate applications and fees required for each discipline.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Initial Academic Screening (100 Points): Based on Ph.D. (30 pts), Prescribed Pre-Ph.D. Degree (60 pts max, formula: 35 + 0.5 × (X − 50) where X is percentage), and Relevant Qualifying Test/Scholarship (10 pts).
- Consideration Zone List: Provisional list published based on screening scores.
- Document & Point Mark Verification: Candidates in consideration zone submit hard copies with self-attested documents for scrutiny.
- Academic & Research Points (50 Points): Separate framework assessing Academic Record (20 pts) and Experience & Research Performance (30 pts).
- Teaching Aptitude & Ability Presentation: Shortlisted candidates deliver a teaching presentation.
- Domain Knowledge Assessment & Interview: Final interview evaluating domain knowledge, research aptitude, and overall suitability.
Note: No separate written examination is prescribed. No TA/DA will be paid for attending document verification, presentation, or interview. Geospatial Science and Geospatial Technology posts carry specific regularization conditions pending creation, approval, and sanction of posts.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates in the notified consideration zone must submit a printed, signed application with self-attested supporting documents to: The Recruitment Cell, Room No. 818, 8th Floor, AB-3 Block, Delhi Technological University, Shahbad Daulatpur, Bawana Road, Delhi - 110042 within the separately announced deadline.
- Envelope must clearly mention "Assistant Professor" and the discipline applied for.
- Original documents will be required at the prescribed verification stage.
- DTU does not permit changes or corrections (including category changes) after final online submission. Multiple applications against the same post may lead to rejection.
- Application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Payment mode: Online only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply online for DTU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and fee payment is 7 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Is there an upper age limit for DTU Assistant Professor posts?
No, there is no upper age limit for appointment to Assistant Professor posts under Advertisement No. 04/2026. Age of superannuation will be governed by prevailing university norms.
What is the application fee for different categories?
₹2,000 for UR and OBC candidates; ₹1,000 for eligible EWS, SC, and ST candidates (applying against reserved vacancies); Nil for PwBD candidates. Fee is paid online and is non-refundable.
What is the salary structure for DTU Assistant Professor?
The pay scale is Level 10 of the 7th CPC (Entry Pay ₹57,700, up to ₹1,82,400) as per the discipline-specific recruitment rules. Candidates should consult the relevant recruitment rules for exact pay terms applicable to their discipline.
Is a Ph.D. mandatory for DTU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
A Ph.D. is not a universal mandatory eligibility requirement for every advertised position. However, it carries 30 points in the 100-point initial screening criteria. The specific requirement depends on the discipline's recruitment rules.
Do candidates need to send hard copies of the application to DTU?
Only candidates included in the university's notified "consideration zone" must submit a printed, signed application with self-attested documents to the Recruitment Cell (Room 818, AB-3 Block) by the separately announced deadline. Not all applicants need to send hard copies immediately.