Overview
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has announced the Faculty Recruitment 2026 for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor positions through rolling advertisements.
This recruitment drive offers multiple openings across various academic units and departments for highly qualified candidates with strong research backgrounds. Eligible candidates must submit their online applications by 30 June 2026.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: Multiple Openings
Post Name: Faculty Positions (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor)
Organization: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi
Job Location: New Delhi, India
| Post Name | Minimum Experience Requirements |
|---|
| Assistant Professor (Grade I) | At least 3 years industrial/research/teaching experience (excluding Ph.D. duration) |
| Assistant Professor (Grade II) | Ph.D. with less than 3 years of experience (post-PhD experience desirable) |
| Associate Professor | Min. 6 years experience, of which 3 years must be at Assistant Professor level or equivalent |
| Professor | Min. 10 years experience, of which 4 years must be at Associate Professor level or equivalent |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Ph.D. in the relevant discipline is mandatory for all posts.
Candidates must have a first class or equivalent in the preceding degree.
A consistently good academic record is required (typically ≥60% at all levels).
Publication Standards:
- Assistant Professor: At least 4 refereed papers (minimum 2 in reputed journals).
- Associate Professor: At least 10 refereed papers (minimum 4 in reputed journals; 2 in last 3 years).
- Professor: At least 20 refereed papers (minimum 8 in reputed journals; 3 in last 4 years).
Age Limit:
Important Dates
Notification Release: 06 April 2026
Application Start Date: 17 April 2026
Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2026 (23:59 PM IST)
Exam Date: Not Applicable (Selection via Interview)
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: Not specified in raw data
SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Not specified in raw data
Payment Mode: Online via the recruitment portal
Salary / Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: As per IIT Delhi faculty pay structure (refer to official advertisement for specific scales).
Selection Process
The selection process is merit-based and consists of the following stages:
Shortlisting: Based on academic qualifications, experience, research, and publication records.
Interaction/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview.
Final Decision: Based on the recommendation of the Selection Committee.
How to Apply
Visit the official recruitment portal at .
Register and create an account on the portal.
Fill out the detailed data sheet; note that a separate application must be submitted for each academic unit applied to.
Upload a combined Academic Profile PDF including:
- Educational certificates and Ph.D. Defense certificate.
- Detailed teaching and research plans (Work Experience).
- List of publications (journals, conference papers, and books).
- Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS) if applicable.
- List of referees.
Submit the application before 30 June 2026 (23:59 PM IST).
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