National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has released a notification on its official website for the NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. NITR/ES/02/2026). This direct recruitment drive will be conducted to fill 86 Faculty vacancies (Assistant Professor Grade-II/I, Associate Professor & Professor) in various departments of Engineering, Architecture, Science, Humanities, and Management. The NIT Rourkela online application form has started on 23 March 2026, and eligible candidates can apply until 22 April 2026. Candidates must check the complete details regarding eligibility, pay levels, qualifications, and the application process for the NIT Rourkela Faculty Positions Recruitment 2026 provided below.
NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Various Faculty Posts |
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| Total Vacancies |
86 Posts |
| Age Limit |
As per NIT Rourkela / GoI Norms (relaxations applicable) |
| Salary |
Pay Level-10 to 14A (as per post) |
| Minimum Qualification |
First Class in B.Tech/B.E./B.Arch/Masters + Ph.D. in relevant discipline |
| Application Fee |
₹1500 (UR/OBC/EWS) | ₹750 (SC/ST/PwD) | ₹3000 (Abroad) |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting + Presentation & Interview + Document Verification |
| Job Location |
Rourkela, Odisha |
| Last Date |
22 April 2026 |
✅ NIT Rourkela Faculty Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit: As per NIT Rourkela recruitment rules / Government of India norms. Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories.
Minimum Educational Qualification:
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Engineering Departments: First Class in B.Tech/B.E. + Ph.D. in relevant branch
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Industrial Design: First Class in B.Tech/B.E./B.Des. + Ph.D.
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Planning & Architecture: First Class B.Arch + M.Arch/M.Plan (with Ph.D. for higher posts)
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Science / Humanities & Social Sciences: First Class Masters + Ph.D.
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School of Management: First Class MBA/M.Tech/M.Sc/LLM + Ph.D.
✅ NIT Rourkela Faculty Vacancy 2026 Selection Process:
The selection will be made on the basis of following stages:-
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Shortlisting of candidates based on academic record and research
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Presentation & Interview
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Document Verification (original certificates at the time of interview)
✅ NIT Rourkela Faculty Vacancy 2026 Application Fee:
- UR / OBC / EWS: ₹1500/-
- SC / ST / PwD: ₹750/-
- Indian Nationals applying from abroad: ₹3000/-
- Payment Mode: Online only through the official recruitment portal.
✅ Important Dates:
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Opening Date for Online Registration |
23 March 2026 (17:00 IST) |
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Last Date for Online Registration |
22 April 2026 (17:00 IST) |
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✅ How to Apply NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026:
Eligible & Interested candidates must apply online only through the official NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment Portal.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website https://www.nitrkl.ac.in/Career/Faculty/ and click on “Apply Online” link against Advertisement No. NITR/ES/02/2026.
➢ Step 2: Register and fill the online application form in multiple sessions if needed with all required academic, experience, and category details.
➢ Step 3: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and supporting documents.
➢ Step 4: Pay the prescribed application fee online.
➢ Step 5: Submit the application before 22 April 2026 (17:00 IST) and take a printout for future reference.
Note: Applications are accepted online only. No hard copy or email applications will be accepted. Government / PSU employees must produce NOC at the time of interview. The online application will be auto-submitted if payment is successful.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026?
86 Faculty posts (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor & Professor).
What is the last date to apply for NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026?
22 April 2026 (17:00 IST).
What is the application fee for NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026?
₹1500 (UR/OBC/EWS) | ₹750 (SC/ST/PwD) | ₹3000 (Abroad applicants).
What is the selection process for NIT Rourkela Faculty 2026?
Shortlisting + Presentation & Interview + Document Verification.
What is the minimum qualification for NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026?
First Class in relevant B.Tech/ B.E./ B.Arch/ Masters degree with Ph.D. in the concerned discipline.
What are the important dates for NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Online Application: 23 March 2026 to 22 April 2026 (17:00 IST).