NIT Jalandhar Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 101 Posts
Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar (NIT Jalandhar) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 101 Faculty Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NIT Jalandhar website. The last date to submit the application form is 27-02-2026.
NIT Jalandhar Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Post Name | No of Posts | Salary | Qualification | Start Date | Last Date | Official Website |
|---|
| Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar (NIT Jalandhar) | Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor | 101 | Pay Level 10, 12, 13A2, 14A of Pay Matrix (7th CPC) | PhD in relevant discipline with first class in UG and PG | 22 January 2026 | 27 February 2026 | nitj.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
Assistant Professor (Grade-II) Pay Level 10 (Total: 34)
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary |
|---|
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Bio Technology | 1 (SC-1B) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Computer Science and Engg | 15 (SC-1B, ST-1B, OBC-5 (3B), EWS-1, UR-7) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Electrical Engineering | 2 (OBC-1B, UR-1) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Electronics and Communication Engineering | 2 (EWS-2) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Humanities and Management | 1 (OBC-1B) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Industrial and Production Engg | 1 (OBC-1B) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Information Technology | 7 (OBC-3 (1B), UR-4) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Instrumentation and Control Engineering | 1 (OBC-1B) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Mechanical Engineering | 1 (EWS-1) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Mathematics and Computing | 2 (OBC-1B, UR-1) | Pay Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) - Textile Technology | 1 (ST-1B) | Pay Level 10 |
Assistant Professor Pay Level 12 (Total: 22)
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary |
|---|
| Assistant Professor - Computer Science and Engg | 7 (SC-1B, ST-1B, OBC-2B, EWS-1, UR-2) | Pay Level 12 |
| Assistant Professor - Electrical Engineering | 4 (EWS-2, UR-2) | Pay Level 12 |
| Assistant Professor - Electronics and Communication Engineering | 4 (SC-1B, EWS-1, UR-2) | Pay Level 12 |
| Assistant Professor - Information Technology | 6 (SC-1B, ST-1B, OBC-1B, EWS-1, UR-2) | Pay Level 12 |
| Assistant Professor - Instrumentation and Control Engineering | 1 (OBC-1B) | Pay Level 12 |
| Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering | 1 (ST-1B) | Pay Level 12 |
| Assistant Professor - Mathematics and Computing | 2 (SC-1B, UR-1) | Pay Level 12 |
| Assistant Professor - Textile Technology | 1 (OBC-1B) | Pay Level 12 |
Associate Professor Pay Level 13A2 (Total: 30)
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary |
|---|
| Associate Professor - Bio Technology | 1 (OBC-1) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Computer Science and Engg | 8 (OBC-2B, EWS-1, UR-5) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Electrical Engineering | 4 (OBC-2B, EWS-1, UR-1) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Electronics and Communication Engineering | 4 (OBC-2B, UR-2) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Humanities and Management | 1 (OBC-1B) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Information Technology | 5 (ST-1B, OBC-1B, EWS-1, UR-3) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Instrumentation and Control Engineering | 1 (ST-1B) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Mathematics and Computing | 3 (ST-1B, OBC-1B, UR-1) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Textile Technology | 1 (ST-1B) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Chemistry | 1 (UR-1) | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Associate Professor - Physics | 1 (ST-1) | Pay Level 13A2 |
Professor Pay Level 14A (Total: 15)
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary |
|---|
| Professor - Bio Technology | 1 (OBC-1B) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Chemical Engineering | 1 (SC-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Civil Engineering | 1 (UR-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Computer Science and Engg | 1 (UR-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Electrical Engineering | 1 (UR-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Electronics and Communication Engineering | 1 (SC-1B) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Humanities and Management | 1 (UR-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Industrial and Production Engg | 1 (OBC-1B) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Information Technology | 1 (UR-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Instrumentation and Control Engineering | 1 (UR-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Mechanical Engineering | 1 (EWS-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Mathematics and Computing | 1 (UR-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Textile Technology | 1 (UR-1) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Chemistry | 1 (ST-1B) | Pay Level 14A |
| Professor - Physics | 1 (OBC-1B) | Pay Level 14A |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Faculty Posts
- Essential: First division both in UG and PG mandatory. PhD in relevant or equivalent discipline mandatory for new entrants.
- Engineering Departments: UG and PG in Engineering with PhD in relevant branch OR Integrated UG/PG with PhD OR UG with Integrated PG & PhD. Direct PhD after graduation allowed if B.E./B.Tech or PhD from CFTI.
- Physics / Chemistry: PhD with BSc/MSc or Integrated MSc with PhD.
- Mathematics & Computing: Specified combinations of B.Tech/M.Tech or B.Sc/M.Sc with PhD in relevant fields.
- Humanities & Management: PhD in Management with Bachelor's + MBA/PGDM or integrated Master's.
- Experience: Considered from fully funded Central Institutions, top NIRF-ranked institutions, state-funded institutions, QS/THE top 500 overseas, PDF (for Assistant Prof Level-12), R&D labs (CSIR/DRDO etc.), or industry (PSU/Private with >Rs.500 Cr turnover).
Age Limit
- Fresh appointment beyond the age of 60 years is discouraged except for faculty with exceptionally brilliant research/academic career and ongoing/approved externally funded research project(s).
Application Fee
- General/OBC: Rs. 2000/-
- SC/ST/EWS/PWD/Women: Rs. 1000/-
- Overseas Candidates: Rs. 5000/- or equivalent in US$
- Payment must be made online (debit/credit card/net banking) while filling the form.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Opening date for online application | 22 January 2026 |
| Last date for submitting online application | 27 February 2026 (till 12:00 midnight) |
Selection Process
- Screening/shortlisting (department may set higher criteria than minimum)
- Presentation in respective department
- Interview by Selection Committee (only if presentation successful)
- Final recommendation by Selection Committee to Board of Governors
- Probation period for selected candidates
Important Links
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for NIT Jalandhar Faculty Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 27 February 2026 till 12:00 midnight.
Q2: How many total vacancies are available?
A: There are a total of 101 vacancies across Assistant Professor (Grade-II), Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor posts.
Q3: What is the educational qualification required?
A: Candidates must have a PhD in the relevant discipline with first class in UG and PG (or equivalent 6.5 CGPA/60%). Specific requirements vary by department.
Q4: Is there an application fee?
A: Yes. Rs. 2000 for General/OBC, Rs. 1000 for SC/ST/EWS/PWD/Women, and Rs. 5000 for Overseas candidates.
Q5: Can candidates with PhD from NIT Jalandhar apply?
A: No, there is a rule of "No Inbreeding." Holders of PhD from NIT Jalandhar are ineligible for 3 years post-PhD.