- Recruitment drive for faculty positions at IIT Guwahati under Assistant Professor Grade I and Grade II categories.
- Positions available across multiple departments including Biosciences & Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Design, Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Humanities & Social Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, School of Business, School of Data Science & AI, School of Energy Science & Engineering, and School of Health Sciences & Technology.
- Open to candidates with Ph.D. qualifications and strong academic records in specialized fields.
- Opportunities for interdisciplinary research and teaching in cutting-edge domains such as AI/ML, quantum technologies, sustainable energy, and healthcare innovations.
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🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 MBBS
🎓 Integrated LLB
🎓 B.V.Sc.
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 M.A.
🎓 Ph.D.
🎓 Engineering Degree
🎓 Engineering Diploma
🎓 Computer Science Degree
🎓 Data Science Degree
🎓 AI & ML Degree
🎓 Statistics Degree
🎓 Mathematics Degree
🎓 Physics Degree
🎓 Chemistry Degree
🎓 Biotechnology Degree
🎓 Economics Degree
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Faculty Positions (Assistant Professor Grade I & II) - Various Departments
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Total Vacancies
15
Job Location
Guwahati, Assam
Apply Deadline
31 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), MBBS (mbbs), Integrated LLB (integrated-llb), B.V.Sc. (bvsc), Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.A. (management-degree), Ph.D. (phd), Engineering Degree (engineering-degree), Engineering Diploma (engineering-diploma), Computer Science Degree (computer-science-degree), Data Science Degree (data-science-degree), AI & ML Degree (ai-ml-degree), Statistics Degree (statistics-degree), Mathematics Degree (mathematics-degree), Physics Degree (physics-degree), Chemistry Degree (chemistry-degree), Biotechnology Degree (biotechnology-degree), Economics Degree (economics-degree), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 15 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹78,000 - ₹211,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Assistant Professor Grade II: Less than 3 years of post-Ph.D. experience. - Assistant Professor Grade I: Minimum 3 years of post-Ph.D. experience. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. - Rs. 500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. - Fee payment must be done online during the application process. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D. degree with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree in an appropriate branch with a very good academic record throughout.
- For Assistant Professor Grade II: Less than 3 years of post-Ph.D. teaching/research/industrial experience.
- For Assistant Professor Grade I: At least 3 years of post-Ph.D. teaching/research/industrial experience.
- Specific educational qualifications vary by department and specialization (detailed below).
- Degrees must be from a recognized University/Institute.
- Candidates working in Government/Semi-Government Organizations or Educational Institutions must provide a No Objection Certificate (NoC) during application or interview.
- For Assistant Professor Grade II: Less than 3 years of post-Ph.D. teaching/research/industrial experience.
- For Assistant Professor Grade I: At least 3 years of post-Ph.D. teaching/research/industrial experience.
- Specific educational qualifications vary by department and specialization (detailed below).
- Degrees must be from a recognized University/Institute.
- Candidates working in Government/Semi-Government Organizations or Educational Institutions must provide a No Objection Certificate (NoC) during application or interview.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on qualifications, experience, and departmental requirements.
- Interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Final selection based on interview performance and document verification.
- No communication will be entertained regarding reasons for non-selection or interview outcomes.
- Interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Final selection based on interview performance and document verification.
- No communication will be entertained regarding reasons for non-selection or interview outcomes.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (with reservation as per Government of India norms)
📂 Required Documents
- Valid SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD certificates (if applicable) issued by the appropriate authority.
- No Objection Certificate (NoC) from current employer (if applicable).
- Academic certificates and mark sheets (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Ph.D.).
- Proof of work experience (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photographs.
- Identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, etc.).
- All documents must be uploaded in the prescribed format during application.
- No Objection Certificate (NoC) from current employer (if applicable).
- Academic certificates and mark sheets (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Ph.D.).
- Proof of work experience (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photographs.
- Identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, etc.).
- All documents must be uploaded in the prescribed format during application.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
- Rs. 500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates.
- Fee payment must be done online during the application process.
- Rs. 500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates.
- Fee payment must be done online during the application process.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What are the minimum educational qualifications required for faculty positions at IIT Guwahati?
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree in an appropriate branch with a very good academic record throughout. Specific educational qualifications vary by department but generally include a 4-year Bachelor’s degree, 5-year integrated Master’s degree, or equivalent in the relevant field.
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to faculty positions at IIT Guwahati?
Candidates should preferably be below 35 years of age as on the date of advertisement. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD candidates as per Government of India norms (5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, and 5-10 years for PwBD).
Q.
How can I apply for faculty positions at IIT Guwahati?
Applications must be submitted online through the link https://online.iitg.ac.in/faonline/. Hardcopy applications are not accepted. The last date for submission is 31.08.2026.
Q.
What are the experience requirements for Assistant Professor Grade I and Grade II positions?
Assistant Professor Grade II requires less than three years of post-Ph.D. teaching/research/industrial experience, while Assistant Professor Grade I requires at least three years of post-Ph.D. teaching/research/industrial experience.
Q.
What documents are required to be uploaded with the application?
Candidates must upload valid SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD certificates (if applicable), degrees from recognized universities, and any other relevant certificates. Original certificates will be verified during the interview.