IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026 for 16 Faculty Posts – Apply Online @ iiestsrec.samarth.edu.in

IIEST Shibpur Howrah Last Date: 12th June, 2026
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IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026 for 16 Faculty Posts – Apply Online @ iiestsrec.samarth.edu.in


IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026: Golden Opportunity for Faculty Posts Against Backlog Reserved Vacancies

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India, has announced a Special Drive for Faculty Recruitment against Backlog Reserved Vacancies on Mission Mode. This Sarkari Naukri notification brings 16 openings under Advertisement No. RO/MY/26/14 dated 20/05/2026. Eligible Indian Nationals with a Ph.D. and First Class in preceding degrees can Apply Online through the SAMARTH Portal from 20-05-2026 to 12-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm. This is a Latest Government Job notification for 2026, offering permanent teaching positions in a premier Central Government Institute.

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  • Organization: IIEST Shibpur (Ministry of Education, Govt. of India)
  • Post Name: Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I & II)
  • Total Vacancy: 16 Posts (Backlog Reserved)
  • Last Date: 12-06-2026 (SAMARTH Portal); 19-06-2026 (Google Form)
  • Official Website: https://www.iiests.ac.in

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Why Apply for IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • Job Security: Permanent teaching position in a Central Government Institute of National Importance.
  • Pay Scale: Attractive salary under 7th CPC (Level 10 to Level 14A).
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for research, publications, and academic advancement.
  • Prestige: Join a premier engineering institution under the Ministry of Education.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026

Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution
Post Designation Vacancy Count Pay Level (7th CPC)
Professor (Level 14A) 4 Level 14A
Associate Professor (Level 13A2) 1 Level 13A2
Assistant Professor Grade I (Level 12) 11 Level 10 / Level 12
Assistant Professor Grade II (Level 10) 11 Level 10 / Level 12
Total 16

Reservation is available for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and PwD as per Central Government Rules. This is a Central Government Job opportunity for candidates across India.

Eligibility Criteria for IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026

Essential Qualifications

  • Citizenship: Indian National.
  • Education: Ph.D. in relevant/equivalent discipline with First Class in all preceding degrees (bachelor's degree onwards).
  • Experience: Varies by post (see table below).
Post-Wise Essential Qualifications and Experience
Post Essential Qualification Experience Cumulative Credit Points
Assistant Professor Grade II (Level 10) Ph.D. with First Class Nil Nil
Assistant Professor Grade I (Level 12) Ph.D. with First Class 3 years after Ph.D. or 6 years total 20
Associate Professor (Level 13A2) Ph.D. with First Class 6 years after Ph.D. (3 years as Asst. Prof.) 50
Professor (Level 14A) Ph.D. with First Class 10 years after Ph.D. (3 years as Assoc. Prof.) 80

Age Limit

Fresh appointment beyond 60 years is discouraged. Age relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), PwD (as per rules).

How to Apply for IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026

Candidates must apply through both SAMARTH Portal and Google Form:

  1. Apply online at SAMARTH Portal from 20-05-2026 to 12-06-2026.
  2. Submit documents via Google Form by 19-06-2026.
  3. Upload required documents (citizenship, degrees, experience certificates, etc.).

Applications without both submissions will be rejected. Follow the official notification for detailed steps.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


What is the last date to apply for IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026?

The last date for SAMARTH Portal is 12-06-2026, and for Google Form is 19-06-2026.



Is Ph.D. mandatory for all posts?

Yes, a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline with First Class in preceding degrees is mandatory.



Can candidates apply for multiple departments?

Yes, but separate application forms are required for each department/post.



What is the application fee?

Rs. 2500/- for OBC-NCL, Rs. 1250/- for SC/ST/PwD, and Rs. 5000/- for Indian nationals applying from abroad.



Is there an entrance exam?

No, selection is based on scrutiny, teaching seminar, and interview.



What is the selection process?

Stage 1: Scrutiny and shortlisting; Stage 2: Teaching & Research Seminar; Stage 3: Personal Interview.



Can government employees apply?

Yes, but they must submit NOC or forward application through proper channel.



Where to download the official notification?

Download from Official PDF Link.



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About IIEST Shibpur

IIEST, Shibpur (Erstwhile "Bengal Engineering College") ranks 27th in NIRF-2021 among Engineering Institutes. It is the first college to become the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST) in India in 2014. The Institute has a rich history. It is empowering the nation since 1856. Considering the year of establishment, it is the 3rd engineering college in India but considering the year of graduation it is the 2nd oldest engineering college in India. It has 16 departments and 8 schools. It has over 250 faculty members and a student strength of over 4000.

IIEST, Shibpur is to become one of the best Institutes in the world in providing the state-of-the-art multi-disciplinary research ambiance that will usher innovative world-class technologies developed towards realizing the goal of developing India.

IIEST, Shibpur functions as an Institute of higher learning and advanced research. Prime activities include the creation and dissemination of knowledge; producing engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs of the highest quality equipped with the latest technologies and developing innovative technology solutions for the cause of society.


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