If you hold a Ph.D. and dream of teaching and research at a top institute, here is a chance worth your time. Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore) has invited applications for 8 Assistant Professor (Grade I & II) posts in Chemical Engineering, the Mehta Family School of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering and the Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies. The pay is Pay Level 10 and Level 12 under the 7th CPC, and it is a great option if you are looking for teaching and faculty jobs.
The online application closes on 26 November 2026, 5:00 PM (IST). Both Indian nationals and OCIs can apply. This article covers the departments and research areas, qualification, age limit, pay, selection and the step-by-step process, so read it fully before you start. This post is also useful if you track government jobs in Madhya Pradesh, because the campus is in Indore. GovtJobsAlert.in is your trusted source for such updates.
IIT Indore is an Institute of National Importance, established in 2009. The institute describes itself as a top ranked research institute and is looking for faculty members in the areas of specialisation listed below. Recruitment depends on the vacancies available and the need in each area.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Technology Indore |
| Advertisement No. | IITI/FACREC/2026/NOV/11 (dated 10 November 2026) |
| Posts | Assistant Professor Grade I and Assistant Professor Grade II |
| Total Vacancies | 8 (all UR) |
| Pay | Pay Level 10 (Grade II) and Pay Level 12 (Grade I) |
| Who Can Apply | Indian Nationals and OCIs |
| Job Location | Simrol, Khandwa Road, Indore – 453 552 |
| Last Date | 26 November 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
The notification states the total as UR – 8 for both grades and all departments together. It gives no split by grade, department or category, so please do not expect a separate count for each area.
| Department / School | Areas Invited |
|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | Experimental electrochemistry and battery technologies, Process control and dynamics, Bio manufacturing, Semiconductors, Nanotechnology, Separation processes, Renewable energy, Critical Minerals, Polymer synthesis etc. |
| Mehta Family School of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering | Computational Biomolecular Modeling, AI/ML/DL for Biological/Biomedical/Healthcare Data, Computer Vision for Medical Image Analysis, Computational Health Informatics, Computational Multi-OMICS Data Science, Computational Epidemiology, Internet of Medical Things, Wearable Healthcare Devices, AI-driven Health Monitoring Systems. Strong applications across all areas of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering may also be considered. |
| Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies (Interdisciplinary Areas) | Applied Optics Lasers and Photonics, Hybrid Electric Vehicles, Quantum Technologies, Design and Communications, Innovation, System Design, Project Management, Robotics & Autonomous Systems, Computational AI-driven Engineering: Digital Twin and Multiscale Modelling |
Both grades need a Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch, with a very good academic record throughout. If you are from a technical background, see more engineering government jobs too.
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade II | Ph.D. as above. No experience is mentioned. The position is on contract basis. Maximum age 32 years. |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | Ph.D. as above plus minimum three years of industrial / research / teaching experience, excluding the experience gained while pursuing Ph.D. Maximum age 35 years. |
Degrees must be awarded by a recognised University or Institute. Experience and age are counted as on the last date of online submission, 26 November 2026. The notification adds that the minimum eligibility criteria may be relaxed for candidates with exceptional credentials. It lists no category-wise age relaxation. All reserved category applicants who meet the eligibility are encouraged to apply, and women applicants are encouraged.
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Some conditions can cost you your candidature, so note them now:
The pay structure follows the 7th CPC. The notification gives these figures.
| Position | Pay Level and Min. Basic Pay / Month | Total Emoluments incl. HRA |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade II | Level 10: ₹70,900 | ₹1,41,483 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | Level 12: ₹1,01,500 | ₹1,97,481 |
HRA is not admissible if accommodation is provided within the campus. The posts also carry D.A., H.R.A. and Transport Allowance as per GoI rules, as admissible to Central Government employees stationed at Indore. LTC, Children Education Allowance and contribution towards the New Pension Scheme (NPS) are permissible as per GoI rules.
| Facility | Detail |
|---|---|
| CPDA | ₹3 lakh for every block of 3 years, on reimbursable basis |
| Relocation Allowance | Up to ₹1,00,000 (joining from abroad); up to ₹75,000 (joining from within India) |
| Children Education Allowance | ₹2,812.5 per month per child, for two eldest children (nursery to class 12) |
| Young Faculty International Dream Lab Research Experience Grant | Up to ₹5 lakh |
| Research and Innovation with Undergraduate Students Grant | Up to ₹5 lakh |
| Research Seed Grant | ₹2 lakh for the 5 best technologies |
| Medical | Cashless OPD and IPD in leading Indore hospitals and Institute Health Centre |
| Accommodation | Campus accommodation in lieu of HRA, subject to availability; guest house for the first 21 days at a token ₹2,500 |
The notification describes two steps. The Institute can also set different and higher norms than the minimum while shortlisting, depending on what each department needs.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Based on qualification, experience, research, publication records and the requirement of the academic school. Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee shortlisting. |
| Interview | Only shortlisted applicants are called, by email. Applicants from abroad are generally interviewed by video conferencing. |
Those called in person must carry original certificates and self-attested copies, failure of which leads to disqualification of the candidature. Interview travel is reimbursed by economy air fare or II AC rail fare for applicants within India, on tickets booked through IRCTC or the authorised agents named in the notification. The Institute also reserves the right to increase or decrease positions, or not to fill them.
Keep your Ph.D. defence date, marksheets, experience certificates (with designation, pay slips of the last 3 months and tenure, signed and sealed by the employer), publication list and details of at least three referees ready.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the online application link (see Essential Links below) and read the instructions on the application website. |
| 2 | Fill in your education details, including the year of Ph.D. and date of defence, publications, experience and date of birth. |
| 3 | Add names and contact details of at least three referees. |
| 4 | Upload all certificates in PDF and finish the form before 5:00 PM (IST) on 26 November 2026. |
| 5 | Ask your referees to email their reference letters to fac.recruit@iiti.ac.in. |
| 6 | Keep a copy of the submitted application. The Institute will not provide one later. |
Hard copies and emailed applications are not accepted. For queries, write to fac.recruit@iiti.ac.in.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 10 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 26 November 2026, 5:00 PM (IST) |
The advertisement does not mention any application fee.
If you have a Ph.D. in one of these areas, do not wait for the last day. Read the full advertisement once from the PDF link, because the eligibility and instructions are detailed. Complete your form well before 26 November 2026, and tell your referees early so their letters reach the Institute on time. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more government jobs in Madhya Pradesh and other teaching jobs.
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