NIT Rourkela Faculty Vacancy 2026 – 86 Vacancies for Professor

NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026 – 86 Vacancies Across Engineering, Science, Management & More

About the Recruitment

The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has issued Advertisement No. NITR/ES/02/2026 dated 23‑03‑2026 for faculty recruitment. A total of 86 posts are advertised for the positions of Assistant Professor (Grade II & I), Associate Professor and Professor across Engineering, Architecture, Science, Humanities and Management departments. Indian nationals with the prescribed academic qualifications and a strong research record are invited to apply.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Application Fee

Fee must be paid online; it is non‑refundable.

Age Limit

Maximum age as on 22‑04‑2026 is 60 years. Age relaxation follows Government of India rules for reserved categories.

Educational Qualification

• Assistant Professor Grade II – Engineering: First Class B.Tech./B.E. + Ph.D.; Industrial Design: First Class B.Tech./B.E./B.Des. + Ph.D.; Planning & Architecture: First Class B.Arch. + M.Arch./M.Plan. (Ph.D. not mandatory); Science/Humanities/Social Science: First Class Master’s + Ph.D.; Management: First Class MBA/M.Tech./M.Sc./LLM + Ph.D.
• Assistant Professor Grade I – Same as Grade II but Ph.D. is mandatory for all streams.
• Associate Professor – First Class at preceding degree level + Ph.D.; post‑Ph.D. teaching/research/industry experience as per NIT Statute Schedule ‘E’.
• Professor – First Class at preceding degree level + Ph.D.; significant post‑Ph.D. experience and proven research contributions as per Schedule ‘E’.

Vacancy Details

Departments Covered

• Biotechnology
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Ceramic Engineering
• Computer Science & Engineering
• Chemistry
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Earth Science
• Food Process Engineering
• Humanities
• Industrial Design
• Life Science
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Planning & Architecture
• Physics
• School of Management

Selection Process

• Application Scrutiny
• Shortlisting
• Presentation (Academic Achievements + Presentation Score)
• Personal Interview

How to Apply

Follow these steps to submit your application:

1. Visit the official NIT Rourkela faculty recruitment portal: https://www.nitrkl.ac.in/Career/Faculty/
2. Click on “Apply Online” against Advertisement No. NITR/ES/02/2026.
3. Register with a valid email and mobile number.
4. Fill the application form (multiple sessions allowed).
5. Upload required documents: educational certificates, experience proof, category certificate, and NOC (for Govt./PSU employees).
6. Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
7. Review and submit the form before 17:00 IST on 22‑04‑2026.

Why Join NIT Rourkela?

• Prestigious Institute of National Importance.
• State‑of‑the‑art research facilities and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Opportunities for funded research projects and industry interaction.
• Attractive salary and benefits as per NIT norms.

Official Links

• Apply Online
• Download Notification (PDF)

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How many total vacancies are there?
  Ans: 86 positions (Assistant Professor Grade II – 74, Grade I – 6, Associate Professor – 3, Professor – 3).
• Q: What is the last date to submit the application?
  Ans: 22‑04‑2026 by 17:00 IST.
• Q: What are the application fees?
  Ans: Rs. 1500 for UR/OBC/EWS, Rs. 750 for SC/ST/PWD, Rs. 3000 for Indian nationals applying from abroad.
• Q: Which departments are included?
  Ans: All major Engineering, Architecture, Science, Humanities and Management departments listed above.
• Q: What is the selection procedure?
  Ans: Application Scrutiny → Shortlisting → Presentation → Personal Interview.
• Q: Can candidates from abroad apply?
  Ans: Yes, Indian nationals abroad can apply by paying Rs. 3000 and may attend presentation/interview via video conference if selected.
• Q: Is a Ph.D. mandatory?
  Ans: Required for all posts except Assistant Professor Grade II in Planning & Architecture, where a First Class B.Arch. + M.Arch./M.Plan. suffices.
• Q: What documents are required?
  Ans: Educational certificates, experience proof, category certificate, and NOC for Govt./PSU employees.

Conclusion

The NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026 offers a prestigious opportunity for qualified academicians to join a premier technical institute. With clear eligibility criteria, a transparent selection process, and a well‑defined application timeline, interested candidates should prepare their documents early and submit the online application before the 22‑April deadline to embark on a rewarding academic career.