Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) has invited applications from Indian Nationals and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) for faculty positions on a regular basis under Advertisement No. A-02/2026. Openings are for Assistant Professor Grade-I and Assistant Professor Grade-II in selected academic areas.
The IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026 online application process started on 17th August 2026 and will close on 30th September 2026 at 5:00 PM. This article covers vacancy details, specialisations, eligibility, publication norms, selection process, official notification and the apply-online link.
IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026
www.indgovtjobs.in
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Post Name |
Assistant Professor Grade-I & Grade-II |
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| Total Vacancies |
28 |
| Age Limit |
Not specified in the notification |
| Salary |
Academic Pay Level 10 / 11 (Grade-II) and Level 12 / 13A1 (Grade-I) |
| Minimum Qualification |
Ph.D. with First Class (60% or above) in the preceding degree and strong publications |
| Application Fee |
Not specified |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting + Seminar + Interview |
| Job Location |
IIM Kozhikode / Kochi Campus, Kerala |
| Last Date |
30 September 2026 (upto 5:00 PM) |
✅ IIM Kozhikode Faculty Vacancy 2026 Area Wise List:
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Academic Area |
Specialisation |
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Strategic Management |
Strategy |
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Finance, Accounting & Control |
Management Accounting |
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Organisational Behaviour and Human Resources |
Human Resource Management |
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Humanities & Liberal Arts in Management |
Corporate Law, Psychology |
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Decision Sciences and Operations Management |
Mathematics |
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Information Systems |
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence |
Current category vacancies are UR-05, OBC-03, SC-01 and ST-01. Backlog vacancies are OBC-09, SC-07 and ST-02. One vacancy is reserved for PwBD. The Institute may increase or decrease vacancies by area.
✅ IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Post Name |
Pay Level |
Qualification, Experience & Publications |
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Assistant Professor Grade-I |
Level 12 / 13A1 |
Ph.D. or equivalent with First Class (60% or above) in the preceding degree and an excellent academic record. Minimum 3 years teaching or equivalent research/industry experience after Ph.D. At least one journal paper in the specialisation in ABDC A or above / ABS 3 or above (WoS Q1 accepted in lieu for Corporate Law, Psychology, Mathematics, AI and Computer Science). |
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Assistant Professor Grade-II |
Level 10 / 11 (contract) |
Ph.D. with First Class in the preceding degree. Fresh Ph.D. holders or candidates with less than 3 years post-Ph.D. experience may apply. Significant contribution to at least one published journal paper in ABDC A or above / ABS 3 or above / WoS Q1 or Q2. |
The Ph.D. must be from a recognised University / Deemed University or an approved autonomous institution meeting the Institute’s ranking requirements. Candidates may apply under only one area of specialisation.
✅ IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
Mere fulfilment of minimum eligibility does not guarantee a call. Shortlisting will follow Institute criteria.
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Shortlisting of applications
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Seminar
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Interview at IIM Kozhikode / Kochi Campus
Shortlisted candidates will be given free travel and boarding within India for the seminar and interview.
✅ IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- Application fee is not specified in the supplied notification.
- Candidates should check the online portal for any fee, if notified later.
✅ IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Dates:
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Advertisement Date |
14 August 2026 |
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Start of Online Application |
17 August 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application |
30 September 2026 (upto 5:00 PM) |
✅ IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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IIM Kozhikode Faculty Detailed Notification PDF |
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IIM Kozhikode Faculty Apply Online |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must submit the online application after registration on the Institute faculty-recruitment portal. Apply under one specialisation only.
- Step 1: Visit iimk.ac.in and complete registration.
- Step 2: Fill the online form for the chosen area and post (Grade-I or Grade-II).
- Step 3: Upload educational and experience certificates, job-market paper / publications and caste/category certificates, if applicable.
- Step 4: Submit the application on or before 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Step 5: Keep a copy of the submitted form for the seminar and interview.
✅ FAQs:
What are the posts in IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Assistant Professor Grade-I (Level 12 / 13A1) and Assistant Professor Grade-II (Level 10 / 11, contract).
What is the qualification for IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Ph.D. or equivalent in the relevant subject with First Class (60% or above) in the preceding degree, an excellent academic record and the prescribed journal publications.
What is the last date for IIM Kozhikode Faculty Recruitment 2026?
30 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
What is the selection process for IIM Kozhikode Faculty posts 2026?
Shortlisting followed by seminar and interview at IIM Kozhikode / Kochi Campus.
Can a candidate apply for more than one specialisation?
No. Candidates can apply under one area of specialisation only.
Is travel support provided for the IIM Kozhikode faculty interview?
Yes. Shortlisted candidates will receive free travel and boarding within India for the seminar and interview.