The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali has released Advertisement No. IISER M/F/(01)/Regular/2026 for 21 Assistant Professor posts on direct, regular recruitment. The posts are spread over Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences, Science Education, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. IISER Mohali is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, so this is a regular central faculty job for researchers who also enjoy teaching. Browse more teaching and faculty government jobs too.
The online application is open now and the last date is 20 November 2026, till 5:00 PM. You need a Ph.D. plus at least three years’ experience, excluding your Ph.D. period, and you must be eligible before 30 September 2026. This guide covers vacancies by department, research areas, eligibility, selection, and every condition that can cost you the post. Read it fully before you apply, and keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for faculty openings.
IISER Mohali sits in Sector-81, Knowledge City, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Punjab. It was set up by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Reservation in this recruitment follows the Central Educational Institutions (Reservation in Teachers’ Cadre) Act, 2019.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Mohali |
| Advertisement No. | IISER M/F/(01)/Regular/2026, dated 30.09.2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (Direct Recruitment, Regular) |
| Total Vacancies | 21 |
| Departments / Areas | 6 departments + 3 areas |
| Pay Level | Not stated in the advertisement |
| Job Location | IISER Mohali, SAS Nagar, Punjab |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
The category split is different in every department, so look at the row for your own subject, not only the total.
| Department / Area | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Earth & Environmental Sciences | UR 2 / EWS 1 | 3 |
| Biological Sciences | UR 1 / OBC-NCL 1 / EWS 1 | 3 |
| Mathematical Sciences | UR 1 / OBC-NCL 1 / EWS 1 | 3 |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | UR 0 / SC 1 / OBC-NCL 1 / ST 1 | 3 |
| Chemical Sciences | UR 1 / OBC-NCL 1 / EWS 1 | 3 |
| Physical Sciences | UR 1 / SC 1 / EWS 1 | 3 |
| Science Education | UR 1 | 1 |
| Data Science | UR 1 | 1 |
| Artificial Intelligence | UR 1 | 1 |
| Total | UR 9 / EWS 5 / OBC-NCL 4 / SC 2 / ST 1 | 21 |
Please note two things here. Humanities & Social Sciences has no Unreserved seat — its three posts are SC, OBC-NCL and ST only. And the ST post exists only in that department. Also, 1 post is reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD), filled from SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates through horizontal reservation.
The same essential qualification applies to every department:
Experience done on a part-time basis, daily wages, etc. will not be counted for shortlisting. So if two of your three years were a part-time or daily-wage role, you fall short. This PhD-level post suits post graduate job seekers who have moved on to doctoral research.
| Department / Area | Research Areas | Desirable Profile (highlights) |
|---|---|---|
| Earth & Environmental Sciences | Rare earth & critical minerals; Structural geology; Environmental impact & risk assessment, solid waste management, life cycle assessment | M.Sc. in Geology / Geophysics / allied (third area: M.Sc. Environmental Sciences, M.Tech. Environmental Engineering or allied); at least 2 first-author Q1 papers (5 Q1 papers with 3 first-author for environmental impact) |
| Biological Sciences | Plant ecology; Synthetic biology; Translational research in disease biology; Metabolic engineering | Excellent publication record as first and/or corresponding author; ability to teach UG and PG courses |
| Mathematical Sciences | Applied probability, statistics, theoretical computer science, PDEs and applications | Ph.D. in one of these areas; record of independent research |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | History / sociology / philosophy of science; Science, technology & society; Economics / development / policy studies; Indian art & aesthetics / Indian philosophy | Post-doctoral experience, preferably from IITs, IISERs and/or top universities; at least 2 publications in Q1 and/or Q2 journals |
| Chemical Sciences | Synthetic organic chemistry (total synthesis of natural products); Analytical chemistry (translational / industrial); Materials chemistry (semiconductors, devices) | Outstanding background in the area, shown by quality publications and/or patents |
| Physical Sciences | Condensed matter; Quantum physics; Photonics, AMO & ultrafast science; Nuclear & particle physics; Astrophysics, cosmology & gravity; Interdisciplinary physics | Strong publication record; evidence of research independence |
| Science Education | Science / mathematics pedagogy, education research, curriculum, assessment, science communication | Research in science / mathematics pedagogy (preferably undergraduate pedagogy); UG teaching or mentoring experience, preferably in a research-intensive environment; publications in science education |
| Data Science | Machine learning, AI, statistical learning, data mining, optimisation, scientific computing, NLP, computer vision | High-quality publications; ability to teach UG and PG data science courses |
| Artificial Intelligence | Foundations of ML, deep and generative models, reinforcement learning, NLP, vision and robotics, responsible AI | Ph.D. in CS, AI, ML, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Electrical Engineering or a relevant discipline with AI/ML specialisation |
The desirable points are not the minimum bar, and words like “preferably” mean an advantage, not a rule. But the Screening Committee shortlists using its own criteria, so these points may decide shortlisting. Fill your online form with every publication, patent, grant and teaching course that matches your area, and attach proof for each one. A strong form is your first interview.
The advertisement does not mention any age limit or age relaxation for this post. Do not assume a number from another institute’s advertisement. Read the official notice yourself, and if the portal asks for anything age-related, answer exactly as your documents show.
The advertisement does not state the pay level, basic pay or allowances for these posts. We are not going to guess a figure. Check the official website or the application portal for the pay details before you apply.
The advertisement does describe the travel reimbursement for candidates called to interview:
| Travel Mode | Reimbursement |
|---|---|
| Railways | AC II Tier |
| Air, up to 1000 km | Rs. 12,000 or actual fare, whichever is less |
| Air, 1001 to 1500 km | Rs. 18,000 or actual fare, whichever is less |
| Air, above 1500 km | Rs. 24,000 or actual fare, whichever is less |
Book through authorised travel agents listed in DoPT OM No. 31011/12/2022-Estt.A-IV dated 29 August 2022. If you do not, the fare will not be reimbursed under any circumstances.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | A duly constituted Screening Committee shortlists candidates using criteria the Institute devises |
| Seminar Presentation and / or Interview | Shortlisted candidates may be called for a seminar at the Institute and / or an interview |
| Document Verification | Uploaded documents are checked against originals at the time of interview |
| Antecedent Verification | Character and antecedents / police verification at interview and appointment |
| Probation | One year, or as applicable, after appointment |
Meeting the minimum qualification does not automatically entitle you to a seminar or interview call. The Institute decides eligibility, equivalence of qualifications and the mode of screening, and its decision is final. It may also increase or decrease the number of posts, or not fill any of them.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the IISER Mohali online recruitment application portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Register or sign in with an email ID you check daily — the interview call letter and offer letter are sent only by email |
| 3 | Fill the form for your department and research area, listing every qualification and experience above the minimum, and upload all supporting certificates |
| 4 | The advertisement does not mention an application fee — complete whatever the portal shows at this stage |
| 5 | Submit before 20 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
Only online applications are accepted, and applications through email will not be considered. If you already work in Central or State Government, a PSU or an autonomous body, send your application through proper channel; all interviewees need an employer No Objection Certificate. Reserved-category candidates must upload their SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD certificate in the Government of India format with the application itself.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Essential Requirements Must Be Met Before | 30 September 2026 (date of advertisement) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 20 November 2026, till 5:00 PM |
| PwBD Certificate Must Be Issued By | 20 November 2026 (last date of application) |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | Not mentioned in the advertisement |
Since the advertisement is silent on fees, check the portal yourself before you submit. Do not assume a fee from another institute’s advertisement.
| Condition | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Eligibility date | All essential requirements must be met before 30.09.2026; no enquiry about eligibility will be entertained |
| Incomplete application | Online applications not in the prescribed format or without required documents are liable to be rejected |
| Part-time experience | Part-time or daily-wage experience will not be counted for shortlisting |
| Category certificate | Without a valid SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD certificate, you will be treated as Unreserved |
| OBC-NCL and EWS | Certificate must be issued during the current financial year |
| PwBD | At least 40% relevant disability; certificate from a Medical Board issued on or before the last date |
| False documents | If facts or documents are falsified, tampered with or antecedents suppressed, candidature shall stand cancelled and services may be terminated |
| Selection mistakes | The Institute may modify, withdraw or cancel any communication, even after an appointment order |
| Canvassing | Any canvassing or influence is treated as a disqualification |
| Relatives in IISER | You must disclose any close relation (parent, child, sibling or equivalent relation by marriage, spouse, or blood relation) who works at or has applied to IISER |
| In-service candidates | Institute may ask for vigilance clearance at any stage |
| Updates | Addendum, cancellation or corrigendum will be posted only on the Institute website |
The PwBD reservation covers blindness and low vision; deafness and hard of hearing; autism spectrum disorder (mild), specific learning disability and mental illness; and multiple disabilities among these. Appointment orders are provisional, and all posts need a full 24×7 commitment to the Institute.
If you hold a Ph.D. plus three research, teaching or industry years outside it and your research fits one of these areas, this is a strong chance to build your career at an Institute of National Importance. Prepare a clear research statement, collect every certificate in the right format, and apply well before 20 November 2026, 5:00 PM — portals slow down in the final hours. For more openings in the state, see Punjab government jobs, and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.
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