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IIT Indore Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Quick Facts
- Recruiting Body: Indian Institute of Technology Indore (Institute of National Importance, est. 2009)
- Advertisement No.: IITI/FACREC/2026/NOV/11
- Total Posts: 8 (all Unreserved / UR)
- Post Names: Assistant Professor (Grade I & Grade II)
- Departments: Chemical Engineering; Mehta Family School of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering; Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies (Interdisciplinary Areas)
- Employment Nature: Grade II – Contractual (length not stated); Grade I – Regular Tenure
- Application Mode: Online Only (no hard copy or email submission accepted)
- Last Date to Apply: 26 November 2026, before 5:00 PM (IST)
- Application Fee: Not Stated in Notification
- Eligible Candidates: Indian Nationals and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
The notification announces a combined total of 8 vacancies for Assistant Professor positions across three departments. The distribution of posts between grades (Grade I vs Grade II) and across individual departments is not specified in the advertisement.
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 26 Nov 2026) | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Minimum Basic Pay (₹/month) | Total Emoluments incl. HRA (₹/month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade II | Part of 8 total (UR) | 32 years | Level 10 | 70,900 | 1,41,483 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | Part of 8 total (UR) | 35 years | Level 12 | 1,01,500 | 1,97,481 |
Pay is governed by the 7th Central Pay Commission. Allowances include D.A., H.R.A. and Transport Allowance as per GoI rules for Central Government employees stationed at Indore. LTC, Children Education Allowance and contribution towards the New Pension Scheme (NPS) are permissible. HRA is not admissible if campus accommodation is provided.
Faculty Development Support: Cumulative Professional Development Allowance (CPDA) of ₹3 lakh per 3-year block; Relocation Allowance up to ₹1,00,000 (abroad) / ₹75,000 (India); Cashless OPD & IPD medical facilities; Young Faculty International Dream Lab grant up to ₹5 lakh; Research Seed Grant of ₹2 lakh.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Assistant Professor Grade II
- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch with a very good academic record throughout.
- Experience: Not specified in the notification.
- Age Limit: Maximum 32 years (reckoned as on 26 November 2026).
Assistant Professor Grade I
- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch with a very good academic record throughout.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of industrial, research, or teaching experience (experience gained while pursuing Ph.D. is excluded).
- Age Limit: Maximum 35 years (reckoned as on 26 November 2026).
Department-wise Areas of Specialisation
Department of Chemical Engineering
- Experimental electrochemistry and battery technologies
- Process control and dynamics
- Bio manufacturing; Semiconductors; Nanotechnology
- Separation processes; Renewable energy; Critical minerals
- Polymer synthesis and related areas
Mehta Family School of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering
- Computational Biomolecular Modeling; AI/ML/DL for Biological/Biomedical/Healthcare Data
- Computer Vision for Medical Image Analysis; Computational Health Informatics
- Computational Multi-OMICS Data Science; Computational Epidemiology
- Internet of Medical Things; Wearable Healthcare Devices
- AI-driven Health Monitoring Systems
- Strong applications across all areas of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering may also be considered
Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies (Interdisciplinary Areas)
- Applied Optics, Lasers and Photonics
- Hybrid Electric Vehicles; Quantum Technologies
- Design and Communications, Innovation, System Design, Project Management
- Robotics & Autonomous Systems
- Computational AI-driven Engineering: Digital Twin and Multiscale Modelling
General Conditions: Degrees must be from recognized Universities/Institutes. Minimum eligibility criteria may be relaxed for candidates with exceptional credentials. Age relaxation norms by category are not listed in the notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for discipline-specific eligibility.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Online Application Scrutiny: Applications are screened on qualification, experience, research and publication records, and the specific requirements of the individual academic school.
- Shortlisting: The Institute reserves the right to shortlist candidates using criteria that may be different from and higher than the published minimum qualifications. Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee shortlisting or an interview call.
- Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email. Candidates called for interview must carry original certificates and self-attested copies; failure to do so results in disqualification of candidature. Candidates abroad are generally interviewed via video conferencing; those physically in India at the time of the selection committee meeting must attend in person.
Travel Reimbursement: Candidates called for interview are reimbursed economy-class air fare or II AC rail fare from the nearest airport/railway station of their present residence in India by the shortest route (tickets must be booked via IRCTC or authorised agents). No reimbursement is provided for candidates interviewed from abroad.
The Institute reserves the right to increase, decrease, or not fill any advertised position at any time without assigning any reason.
How to Apply for IIT Indore Recruitment 2026
- Visit the IIT Indore Teaching Positions Career Page and click the "Click here to apply ONLINE" link.
- Complete all fields including educational qualifications with year of obtaining Ph.D. and date of Ph.D. defense.
- Upload a list of publications with reprints of best papers, teaching/research/industrial experience details, and date of birth.
- Provide names and contact details of at least three referees.
- Upload all certificates in PDF format along with the online form.
- Submit a separate application for each position if applying for more than one.
- Request referees to send reference letters by email to [email protected].
- Complete the upload before 5:00 PM (IST) on 26 November 2026.
Note: Only online applications are considered. No hard copy or email submission is accepted. Retain a copy of the submitted application as the Institute will not provide one after submission. Queries: [email protected] or +91(0)731-6603556/3488 (Ext. 3556/3488), Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- All educational qualification marksheets and certificates, including Date of Ph.D. Defense, uploaded in PDF.
- Experience certificates stating designation, pay (pay slip for last 3 months) and tenure, duly signed and sealed by the employer.
- List of publications with reprints of the best papers.
- Names and contact details of at least three referees.
- Political and security clearance from MEA and MHA for candidates with foreign passports.
- At interview: original certificates and self-attested copies; No Objection Certificate with Vigilance Clearance Certificate for those employed in Government, Semi-Government, Autonomous Body, Institution or PSU.
- Two recent passport-size photographs and valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).
Key Instructions
- Applicants not considered earlier against old advertisements must apply afresh.
- The application is considered only for the position applied for.
- Name must match exactly with Matriculation/Secondary Certificate, qualifying examination certificate or government-issued photo ID.
- Government/PSU employed applicants should process applications through proper channel.
- Incorrect or false information may lead to cancellation or termination; the Institute may verify antecedents and documents during service.
- Women and all reserved category applicants fulfilling eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Indore Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
The last date to complete and upload the online application is 26 November 2026, before 5:00 PM (IST).
2. What is the application fee for IIT Indore Assistant Professor posts?
The official notification does not state any application fee. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF for confirmation.
3. What are the pay scales for Assistant Professor Grade I and Grade II at IIT Indore?
Grade II (Level 10, 7th CPC): minimum basic pay of Rs. 70,900 per month with total emoluments of Rs. 1,41,483 including HRA. Grade I (Level 12, 7th CPC): minimum basic pay of Rs. 1,01,500 per month with total emoluments of Rs. 1,97,481 including HRA. Both posts receive D.A., H.R.A., Transport Allowance and other allowances as per GoI rules.
4. Is the Assistant Professor Grade II position at IIT Indore permanent?
No. The notification explicitly states that Assistant Professor Grade II is on a contract basis (contract length not specified in the notice). Assistant Professor Grade I does not carry a contractual condition in the notification and is a regular tenure position.
5. What is the selection process for IIT Indore Assistant Professor recruitment?
The selection involves online application screening followed by shortlisting and interview. Only shortlisted candidates are contacted by email. Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee shortlisting. Interview travel reimbursement (economy air fare or II AC rail fare) is provided for candidates called for in-person interview within India.
6. What educational qualification is required for IIT Indore Assistant Professor posts?
A Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch with a very good academic record is required for both grades. Grade I additionally requires a minimum of 3 years of industrial, research, or teaching experience (excluding experience gained during Ph.D. pursuit).