MANIT Bhopal Recruitment 2026: Professor of Practice, Visiting Professor, Adjunct Faculty – Apply Offline @ www.manit.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

The total number of vacancies has not been specified in the notification. Interested candidates may apply for the following posts across the 15 listed academic departments.

Additional Benefits: Conference and seminar expenses of up to Rs. 20,000/- per month may be reimbursed for Professor of Practice and Visiting Professor, subject to an annual ceiling of Rs. 1,00,000/- per year. For retired persons re-employed, remuneration shall not exceed Last Pay minus Pension.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Professor of Practice (PoP)

• More than 15 years of professional experience at the level of senior management position.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Sciences, Humanities, or a related field.
• Ph.D. is desirable but not essential – lack of Ph.D. must be offset by demonstrated domain knowledge obtained from deep experience.

Visiting Professor

• Ph.D. in the respective field with one of the degrees from a Centrally Funded Institution (CFI) under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
• Alternatively, a person retired from Government organization, CFTIs, IITs, NITs, Government R&D labs, or PSUs is eligible for visiting faculty.
• Experience of 15 years after Ph.D. is required.

Adjunct Faculty

• Ph.D. in the respective field with one of the degrees from a Centrally Funded Institution (CFI) under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
• 15 years' experience in the relevant field in R&D labs / IITs / NITs.
• Must be an expert in the domain area.

Age Limit: The official notification does not mention any age limit or age cut-off date.

Departments Accepting Applications

Positions are available across 15 academic departments: Architecture and Planning, Biological Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Humanities & Social Sciences, Management Studies, Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, Mathematics Bioinformatics and Computer Applications, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, and Energy Science and Engineering.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• The selection process will be intimated by MANIT Bhopal in due course of time. Candidates are advised to check the official website regularly for updates.
• Mere fulfillment of minimum qualifications and experience does not confer any right to selection.
• The Institute reserves the right not to fill up any or all positions, or select any candidate without assigning any reason.
• The Institute reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or terminate the recruitment process at any stage.
• Canvassing directly or indirectly will lead to immediate disqualification.
• No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the selection process unless specifically stated otherwise.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

How to Apply

1. Download the application form – Annexure I for Professor of Practice or Annexure II for Visiting Professor / Adjunct Faculty from the MANIT Bhopal official notification PDF.
2. Fill in the application form carefully and sign it.
3. Enclose self-attested photocopies of relevant certificates, testimonials, research publications (if any), and other supporting documents along with a Curriculum Vitae (CV).
4. Prepare a statement detailing how your experience will benefit and promote Industry-Institute interaction.
5. Super-scribe the envelope with: "Post applied for [name of the post] Department/centre [Name of the department]".
6. Send the complete hard copy through Speed Post or Registered Post to: The Registrar, MANIT Bhopal, Link Road No. 3, Near Kali Mata Mandir, Bhopal (M.P.) – 462003 on or before 02 November 2026.

Documents Checklist

• Duly filled and signed Application Form (Annexure I for PoP or Annexure II for Visiting Professor / Adjunct Faculty)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Self-attested photocopies of all relevant certificates and testimonials
• Research publications (if any)
• List of patents, copyrights, and important publications
• Statement explaining how your experience will benefit industry-institute interaction
• No Objection Certificate and Vigilance Clearance (for candidates employed in Government Departments, Autonomous Bodies, PSUs, Universities, or other educational institutions)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Important Instructions

• Persons appointed as PoP, Visiting Professor, or Adjunct Faculty will have no right or claim for regular appointment or continuance of the post.
• The consolidated remuneration fixed at joining shall remain unchanged throughout the engagement period; tax deduction applies as per norms.
• Candidates employed in Government Departments, Autonomous Bodies, PSUs, Universities, or other educational institutions must submit applications through proper channel or produce a No Objection Certificate and Vigilance Clearance.
• Unutilized leave (8 days Casual Leave and 15 days Special Casual Leave per year) at the end of the year shall lapse and cannot be carried forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date for MANIT Bhopal Professor of Practice / Visiting Professor / Adjunct Faculty recruitment?

The last date for submission of the hard copy application through Speed Post or Registered Post is 02 November 2026. The notification was issued on 07 October 2026.

3. What is the application fee for MANIT Bhopal Recruitment 2026?

The notification does not mention any application fee for the Professor of Practice, Visiting Professor, or Adjunct Faculty positions. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for confirmation.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No. The Professor of Practice, Visiting Professor, and Adjunct Faculty posts are purely contractual engagements. The notification explicitly states that appointed persons will have no right or claim for regular appointment or continuance of the post. The remuneration is fixed and does not change during the engagement period.

5. What is the salary for MANIT Bhopal Professor of Practice and other posts?

Professor of Practice receives consolidated remuneration of up to Rs. 1,75,000/- per month. Visiting Professor receives a maximum monthly ceiling of Rs. 1,50,000/- (or Rs. 3,000/period or Rs. 10,000/day + TA). Adjunct Faculty receives Rs. 3,000/period or Rs. 10,000/day + TA within a monthly ceiling of Rs. 1,50,000/-. No DA, increments, or other allowances are applicable.

6. Through which department and address should the application be sent?

The hard copy application must be addressed to The Registrar, MANIT Bhopal, Link Road No. 3, Near Kali Mata Mandir, Bhopal (M.P.) – 462003, sent via Speed Post or Registered Post. The envelope must be super-scribed with the post name and department.