IIT BHU Faculty Recruitment: Special recruitment for Assistant Professors at IIT; only eligible candidates can apply..
IIT BHU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) BHU, Varanasi, has announced recruitment for Assistant Professor positions across Science, Engineering, and Interdisciplinary departments. The online application process begins on July 10, and concludes on July 31, 2026.
Who is this recruitment for?
This recruitment drive is specifically for Indian citizens belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories.
What are the important dates related to the recruitment?
IIT BHU has released the complete schedule for the application process. Candidates are advised to apply before the deadline.
Schedule Date
Online application starts July 10, 2026
Last date to apply July 31, 2026
Which departments are included in the recruitment?
Under this special recruitment drive, appointments will be made across various Engineering, Science, and Interdisciplinary departments of the institute. However, the department-wise vacancy count has not yet been released. Recruitment will take place in the following departments and schools:
Architecture, Planning, and Design
Ceramic Engineering
Chemical Engineering and Technology
Civil Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology
Mathematical Sciences
NC Jain School of Decision Sciences and Engineering
Candidates applying for the Department of Architecture, Planning, and Design must possess a valid registration certificate from the Council of Architecture (COA).
What are the eligibility criteria?
A PhD degree in the relevant subject is mandatory for all positions. Additionally, candidates must have a consistently good academic record. There are distinct experience requirements for Assistant Professor Grade-1 and Grade-2 positions. For Assistant Professor Grade-1
Candidates must possess at least three years of teaching, research, or industrial experience post-PhD.
A PhD degree in the relevant subject is mandatory.
First-class or equivalent marks in preceding degrees are required.
At least three years of experience following the thesis defense is essential.
Publications in reputed research journals or holding patents is desirable.
For Assistant Professor Grade-2
This position is intended for candidates who do not yet possess three years of experience.
A PhD degree is mandatory.
The appointment may be made on a contractual basis.
An opportunity for promotion to Grade-1 will be available upon completion of three years of experience.
What is the prescribed age limit?
The institute has also set a preferred maximum age limit for the Assistant Professor position.
The candidate's age should not exceed 35 years.
Candidates belonging to reserved categories may receive age relaxation as per regulations.
What salary and facilities will be provided?
Candidates selected at IIT BHU will receive a salary in accordance with the 7th Pay Commission, along with various additional benefits. Regarding the salary, selected candidates will be placed at different pay levels depending on the specific post.
Post | Pay Level | Starting Salary
Assistant Professor Grade-2 | Level-10 | ₹70,900
Assistant Professor Grade-2 | Level-11 | ₹73,100
Assistant Professor Grade-1 | Level-12 | ₹1,01,50,00
Additionally, candidates will receive several other benefits.
The additional benefits will include:
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Medical facilities
LTC facility
Education allowance for children
Benefits of the National Pension System (NPS)
Telephone bill reimbursement
Grant of up to ₹10 lakh to initiate research work
Financial assistance for participation in national and international conferences
What is the selection process?
No written examination will be conducted for this recruitment. Candidates will be selected based on academic achievements and an interview. Regarding the shortlisting process, merely meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an interview opportunity; the institute may shortlist candidates based on their academic records and achievements.
Subsequently, shortlisted candidates may be invited to give a presentation, and the final selection will be based on the interview.
Applications will be scrutinized and shortlisted.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for a presentation.
Final selection will be based on the interview.
A one-year probation period will apply to regular appointments.
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