IIT Guwahati Special Recruitment Drive 2026 – Apply Online for Multiple Faculty Posts

IIT Guwahati Special Recruitment Drive for Faculty Positions 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) has announced a special recruitment drive for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD categories for faculty positions. Applications are invited for the post of Assistant Professor (Grade I/II) in various departments. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before the last date.

Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Assistant Professor (Grade I/II)

• Essential: Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree in an appropriate branch with a very good academic record throughout. Must possess specific Bachelor's/Master's degree as per department requirement.
• Experience (Grade II): Candidates with less than three years of post-Ph.D. teaching/research/industrial experience.
• Experience (Grade I): Candidates with at least 3 years of post-Ph.D. teaching/research/industrial experience.
• Age Limit: Candidates should preferably be below 35 years as on 20.12.2025. Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), PwBD (5 years).

Important Links

Important Links:
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Official Notification/Website: Click here
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FAQs

Q: What is the last date to apply for IIT Guwahati Special Recruitment Drive?
A: The last date for submission of applications is 31.01.2026.

Q: What is the mode of application?
A: Applications must be submitted online via the link https://online.iitg.ac.in/ofa/. Hardcopy is not accepted.

Q: Is there an age limit?
A: Candidates should preferably be below 35 years as on the date of advertisement (20.12.2025), with age relaxation for reserved categories.