📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology Nagpur (VNIT Nagpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Adjunct Faculty Posts on a contract basis. Interested and eligible candidates with significant industry or R&D experience can apply online through the official recruitment portal before the deadline.
The institute is inviting applications for Adjunct Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor of Practice positions. These roles offer an excellent opportunity for industry experts to contribute to academic excellence in various engineering and science departments.
VNIT Nagpur Adjunct Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT Nagpur) |
| Post Name | Adjunct Assistant Professor of Practice, Adjunct Associate Professor of Practice, Adjunct Professor of Practice |
| Advt No | VNIT/Adjunct Faculty of Practice on contract basis/2026 |
| Salary | Up to Rs. 1.00 Lakh to Rs. 1.50 Lakhs (per day / per class / per session) |
| Qualification | Experience in industry or R&D labs + Expertise in domain area |
| Start Date | 3 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 3 March 2026 (11:30 PM) |
| Official Website | www.vnit.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
Applicants are invited for the following positions across various departments.
| Post Name | Departments | Salary (Max Ceiling) |
|---|---|---|
| Adjunct Assistant Professor of Practice | Applied Mechanics, Computer Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Centre for VLSI and Nanotechnology, Physics | Rs. 1.00 Lakh |
| Adjunct Associate Professor of Practice | Applied Mechanics, Computer Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Centre for VLSI and Nanotechnology, Physics | Rs. 1.20 Lakhs |
| Adjunct Professor of Practice | Applied Mechanics, Computer Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Centre for VLSI and Nanotechnology, Physics | Rs. 1.50 Lakhs |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Adjunct Assistant Professor of Practice
- Essential: 5 years' experience in the relevant field in industry or in R&D labs. Expert in domain area.
- Desirable: Some Post Doctoral Experience at a globally ranked institute/university, Patents granted, some Academic Awards won, some fellowship / scholarship awarded.
Eligibility for Adjunct Associate Professor of Practice
- Essential: 10 years' experience in the relevant field in industry or in R&D labs. Expert in domain area.
- Desirable: Industry/funded research project executed, Products developed, Experience administrative posts, Essayed Editor role for journals of repute, Experience of organizing national and international level events, having high number of citation and H-Index. (Also includes criteria from Assistant level).
Eligibility for Adjunct Professor of Practice
- Essential: 20 years' experience in the relevant field in industry or in R&D labs. Expert in domain area.
- Desirable: Well conversant with NIRF and global ranking systems, acted as member of some crucial committees constituted by Government or autonomous bodies. (Also includes criteria from Assistant and Associate levels).
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on application and eligibility.
- Personal interview (list of eligible and shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the Institute website).
How to Apply
- Visit the institute website www.vnit.ac.in.
- Access the recruitment portal at https://vnitrec.samarth.edu.in/.
- Register on the portal.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of relevant original documents and certificates as proof of claims.
- Submit the application before the deadline: 3 March 2026 (11:30 p.m.).
Important Links
- Apply Online
- Official Notification PDF (Link to be updated on website)
- Official Website
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for VNIT Nagpur Adjunct Faculty Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date is 3rd March 2026 (11:30 PM).
Q2: What is the salary for Adjunct Professor of Practice?
A: The maximum ceiling is Rs. 1.50 Lakhs per day/per class/per session.
Q3: Is this a permanent government job?
A: No, these are contractual positions on a non-residential basis.