National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy), one of the premier NITs in India, has invited applications from qualified Indian Nationals and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) for direct recruitment to 36 faculty positions at the level of Assistant Professor (Grade-I), Associate Professor and Professor across various departments.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, preceding degrees, research publications, category, reservation, and other criteria. The NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment 2026 for 36 Vacancies Online Registration process starts from 06th March 2026 and closes on 06th April 2026. Hard copy of the application must reach the Institute by 16th April 2026.
NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Assistant Professor (Grade-I), Associate Professor & Professor |
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| Total Vacancies |
36 Posts |
| Age Limit |
Preferable Maximum 35 years (UR) for Assistant Professor (relaxations applicable) |
| Salary |
Pay Level-12 / 13A2 / 14A (7th CPC) |
| Minimum Qualification |
Ph.D. + Relevant PG/UG Degree + GATE/NET (as applicable) + Research Publications |
| Application Fee |
₹2500 (Gen/EWS/OBC) | ₹1250 (SC/ST/PwD) + 18% GST (per post per dept.) |
| Selection Process |
Written Test / Department Presentation + Interview + Document Verification |
| Job Location |
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
| Last Date |
06 April 2026 (Online) | 16 April 2026 (Hard Copy) |
✅ NIT Trichy Faculty Vacancy 2026 List:
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Post Name |
No. of Vacancies |
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| Assistant Professor (Grade-I) – Pay Level 12 | 19 |
| Associate Professor – Pay Level 13A2 | 15 |
| Professor – Pay Level 14A | 02 |
| Total = 36 Posts | |
✅ NIT Trichy Faculty Eligibility Criteria 2026:
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Post Name |
Age Limit |
Educational Qualification |
Other Requirements |
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| Assistant Professor (Grade-I) / Associate Professor / Professor | Preferable 35 years (UR) | Ph.D. Degree + Relevant UG/PG Degree (B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech for Engg. / Equivalent for Arch./Mgmt./Humanities etc.) | Qualified in GATE/NET/CSIR NET Excellent academic record from 10th onwards Publications in reputed journals. |
✅ NIT Trichy Faculty Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
- Written Test and/or Department-level Presentation
- Interview
- Document Verification
✅ NIT Trichy Faculty Application Fee:
- General / EWS / OBC candidates: ₹2500 + 18% GST per Department per post
- SC / ST / PwD candidates: ₹1250 + 18% GST per Department per post
- Payment Mode: Online only (non-refundable).
✅ Important Dates:
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Commencement of Online Registration |
06 March 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application |
06 April 2026 (05:30 PM) |
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Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy |
16 April 2026 (05:30 PM) |
✅ Important Links:
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NIT Trichy Faculty Detailed Notification PDF |
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NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment Portal |
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Apply Online Link |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment 2026:
Candidates must submit application BOTH in online and printed (hard copy) mode. Separate applications required for each Department/Post. No other mode will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official recruitment portal nittrec.samarth.edu.in and register.
➢ Step 2: Fill the online application form carefully for each Department/Post separately.
➢ Step 3: Pay the non-refundable application processing fee online.
➢ Step 4: Download and take printout of the filled application form, sign it.
➢ Step 5: Enclose self-attested copies of all required documents and send the hard copy by Speed Post / Registered Post to “The Registrar, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli-620015, Tamil Nadu” so as to reach on or before 16 April 2026 (05:30 PM).
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment 2026?
36 posts (Assistant Professor Grade-I: 19, Associate Professor: 15, Professor: 2).
What is the age limit for NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Preferable maximum 35 years (UR) for Assistant Professor with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per GoI norms.
What is the pay scale in NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Pay Level-12 / 13A2 / 14A (7th CPC).
What is the selection process for NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Written Test / Department Presentation + Interview + Document Verification.
What is the application fee for NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment 2026?
₹2500 (Gen/EWS/OBC) | ₹1250 (SC/ST/PwD) + 18% GST (per Department per post).
What are the important dates for NIT Trichy Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Online Application: 06 March 2026 to 06 April 2026 | Hard Copy: 16 April 2026.