Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore), a premier institute of national importance, has invited online applications from Indian Nationals and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) for faculty positions at the levels of Assistant Professor (Grade I & II) and Associate Professor (exclusively for the School of Innovation) across various departments and schools. Interested candidates can submit their applications online till 9th January 2026.
Candidates are advised to thoroughly read the detailed IIT Indore Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification to verify their eligibility regarding qualifications, experience, age limits, and other criteria before applying for these esteemed academic positions.
IIT Indore Faculty Recruitment 2026
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Organization |
Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore) |
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Post Names |
Assistant Professor Grade I & II, Associate Professor |
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Departments/Schools |
Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Mehta Family School of Sustainability, Mehta Family School of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, School of Innovation |
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Total Vacancies |
38 (UR-12, OBC-NCL-10, SC-08, ST-06, PwD-01, EWS-01) |
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Pay Levels |
Level 10 to 13A2 (7th CPC) |
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Minimum Qualification |
Ph.D. with first class in preceding degree and very good academic record |
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Selection Process |
Interview & Document Verification |
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Job Location |
Indore, Madhya Pradesh |
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Last Date |
09/01/2026 |
✅ IIT Indore Faculty 2026 Age Limit:
- Assistant Professor Grade II: Preferably below 32 years
- Assistant Professor Grade I: Preferably below 35 years
- Relaxation applicable as per Government of India norms for reserved categories and others.
✅ IIT Indore Faculty 2026 Pay Scales:
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Position |
Pay Level |
Minimum Basic Pay (₹) |
Approx. Total Emoluments incl. HRA (₹) |
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Assistant Professor Grade II |
10 |
70,900/- |
1,37,578/- |
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Assistant Professor Grade I |
12 |
1,01,500/- |
1,92,046/- |
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Associate Professor |
13A2 |
1,39,600/- |
2,59,864/- |
✅ IIT Indore Faculty 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the relevant discipline with a very good academic record throughout.
- For Assistant Professor Grade I: At least 3 years of industrial/research/teaching experience (excluding experience during Ph.D.).
- Assistant Professor Grade II: On contract basis (no experience required beyond Ph.D.).
- Associate Professor position open only in School of Innovation.
✅ IIT Indore Faculty 2026 Selection Process:
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Shortlisting based on application and credentials |
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Interview (Presentation & Interaction with Committee) |
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Document Verification |
✅ IIT Indore Faculty 2026 Important Dates:
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Opening date for Notification |
19th December 2025 |
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Last Date for Submission of Online Application |
09th January 2026 (up to 5:00 PM IST) |
✅ IIT Indore Faculty 2026 Important Links:
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IIT Indore Faculty Detailed Notification |
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IIT Indore Faculty Online Application |
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Latest Faculty Jobs in Govt Colleges / Universities |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply IIT Indore Faculty Recruitment 2026:
Applications are accepted only through the online portal. Follow these steps:
➢ Step 1: Visit the official online application link and register/create your profile.
➢ Step 2: Fill in all required details including personal, academic, experience, and research information.
➢ Step 3: Upload necessary documents such as Ph.D. certificate, mark sheets, experience certificates, publications list, research statement, teaching plan, etc., in the prescribed format.
➢ Step 4: Submit the completed application before 5:00 PM (IST) on 9th January 2026. No hard copy is required unless specified later.

✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What positions are available in IIT Indore Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Assistant Professor Grade I & II across various departments, and Associate Professor only in the School of Innovation.
What is the minimum qualification for IIT Indore Faculty posts?
Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree and a very good academic record throughout.
What is the age limit for Assistant Professor positions?
Preferably below 32 years for Grade II and below 35 years for Grade I (relaxations as per GoI rules).
What is the selection process for IIT Indore Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Based on Interview (including seminar presentation) followed by Document Verification.
What is the last date to apply for IIT Indore Faculty Recruitment 2026?
9th January 2026 (by 5:00 PM IST).
Is there any application fee for IIT Indore Faculty Recruitment?
No application fee mentioned in the notification.