📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
IIM Shillong invites applications for the position of Gati Shakti Chair Professor. This prestigious role is established through a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) and focuses on research, policy advice, and capacity building in multimodal connectivity and logistics in the North-Eastern Region.
Candidates with a strong academic background or extensive industry experience in supply chain management are encouraged to apply. The position offers a competitive salary and incentives based on performance. Interested candidates must submit their application form via post by the extended deadline of March 3, 2026.
| Overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Management Shillong (IIM Shillong) |
| Post Name | Gati Shakti Chair Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 2,50,000/- per month (Fixed) |
| Last Date | 03 March 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.iimshillong.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Gati Shakti Chair Professor | 1 | Rs. 2,50,000/- per month |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Gati Shakti Chair Professor
- Essential (Option 1): Regular/Retired faculty members holding the position of Professor at Institutes/Universities of repute. Must possess a PhD in Supply Chain Management or Logistics and Distribution Management from a reputed institution. Should have demonstrated research through quality academic publications.
- Essential (Option 2): Professor of Practice. Person with at least 15 years of experience in supply chain management or logistics in Government/Private Sector organizations of repute. Must have significant demonstrable contributions (academic journals, industry white papers, policy documents).
- Experience (Preferred): Prior experience as Principal Investigator (PI)/Co-PI in research/consulting projects in the domain.
- Age Limit: Should not exceed 60 years of age (as on 31 October 2025).
Incentives & Allowances
- House Rent Allowance: Rs. 30,000/- per month
- Medical Allowance: Rs. 5,000/- per month
- Transport Allowance: Rs. 7,500/- per month
- Telephone & Internet Allowance: Rs. 1,500/- per month
- Performance Incentives: Rs. 20,000/- (2nd Year), Rs. 30,000/- (3rd Year), Rs. 40,000/- (4th Year), Rs. 60,000/- (5th Year).
- Gratuity & Leave Encashment: Payable as per extant rules at the end of the 5-year tenure.
How to Apply
- Download the Application Form from the IIM Shillong website: https://www.iimshillong.ac.in/careers/.
- Fill in the form and attach copies of all relevant documents (Educational Qualifications, Experience Certificates, Citations, Testimonials, etc.).
- Send the completed application via post to the address below.
Postal Address:
Chief Administrative Officer
Indian Institute of Management Shillong
Umsawli, Shillong – 793018, Meghalaya
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for IIM Shillong Gati Shakti Recruitment?
A: The last date for submission of the application is 03 March 2026.
Q2: What is the salary for the Gati Shakti Chair Professor?
A: The fixed salary is Rs. 2,50,000/- per month, along with allowances and performance-based incentives.
Q3: Is a PhD mandatory for this post?
A: Yes, for candidates applying as regular/retired faculty, a PhD in Supply Chain Management or Logistics is mandatory. However, candidates with 15+ years of relevant industry experience can apply for the "Professor of Practice" role.
Q4: How should the application be submitted?
A: The filled application form must be sent by post along with supporting documents to the Chief Administrative Officer at IIM Shillong.