Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has released an official recruitment notification for Faculty Positions 2026. Applications are invited from eligible and experienced candidates for the posts of Professor and Associate Professor in various departments and schools. Interested candidates can apply online before the last date.
Advertisement No. IITG/2025/FA-ADVT/02 dated 24.12.2025 for Faculty Positions
IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati |
| Advertisement No. | IITG/2025/FA-ADVT/02 |
| Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Guwahati, Assam |
| Last Date | 31 January 2026 |
Department-Wise Vacancy Details & Specialisations
1. Biosciences & Bioengineering
- Associate Professor: Neural Engineering, Stem Cell & Regenerative Biology, Biomechanics, Cellular Ageing
- Professor: Bioinformatics, Systems Biology, Molecular Endocrinology, Bio-interface Engineering
2. Chemical Engineering
- Associate Professor: Soft Matter, Food Rheology, Biomaterial
- Professor: Energy Storage Devices, Corrosion Inhibition, HVAC Systems
3. Civil Engineering
- Associate Professor: Remote Sensing, LiDAR
- Professor: Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering
4. Computer Science & Engineering
- Professor: Data Mining, Computer Architecture, Human-Computer Interaction, Formal Verification
5. Design
- Associate Professor: Toy Design, Furniture Design, Design for Sustainability
- Professor: Ergonomics, Interaction Design, Animation, Product Design
6. Electronics & Electrical Engineering
- Associate Professor: RF Circuits, Signal Processing, Sensors
- Professor: Power Electronics, Robotics, Computer Vision, Cryptography
7. Mechanical Engineering
- Associate Professor / Professor: All areas of Mechanical Engineering
8. Chemistry
- Professor: Organometallic Catalysis, Carbohydrate Chemistry, Therapeutic Peptides
9. Humanities & Social Sciences
- Associate Professor: Economics, Political Science, History, English, Archaeology
- Professor: Public Economics, Sociology
10. Mathematics
- Associate Professor: Linear Algebra, Biostatistics, Hydrodynamic Stability
- Professor: Algebraic Geometry, PDEs, Harmonic Analysis
11. Physics
- Professor: Quantum Physics, Dark Matter, Laser Cooling, Two-Dimensional Materials
12. School of Agro & Rural Technology
- Associate Professor: Food Technology, Rural Enterprises
13. School of Energy Science & Engineering
- Associate Professor: Hydrogen Production, Micro-grids
- Professor: Gasification, Thermal Management
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Ph.D. with First Class or Equivalent in the relevant discipline
- Excellent academic record throughout
Experience Requirement
| Post | Experience |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor | Minimum 6 years post-PhD experience (3 years as Assistant Professor Grade-I or equivalent) |
| Professor | Minimum 10 years post-PhD experience (4 years as Associate Professor or equivalent) |
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor | Level 13A2 |
| Professor | Level 14A |
Pay and allowances will be as per Government of India rules.
Reservation & Other Information
- Reservation applicable as per CEI Act 2019 and RPwD Act 2016
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD candidates must upload valid certificates
- Separate application required for each department
- Incomplete applications may be rejected
- Shortlisting will be based on qualifications and experience
How to Apply for IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official online application portal
- Complete the online application form
- Upload all required documents
- Submit the application before the last date
👉 Apply Online Link:
https://online.iitg.ac.in/ofa/
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 January 2026 |
Important Links
- Official Website: https://www.iitg.ac.in
- Interview Schedule:
https://iitg.ac.in/iitg_page_details?page=68 - Faculty Recruitment Updates:
https://iitg.ac.in/iitg_page_details?page=61 - Advertise Details: https://iitg.ac.in/pdf/9dc247e41bb49b9cd00db45aa8c08cda-02-32-095.pdf
For any correspondence related to their applications, the candidates may please email to rec@iitg.ac.in
or contact:
Head of the Section
Faculty Affairs Section
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Guwahati – 781039, Assam, India
Telephone: +91-361-258 2979 / 2059
FAQs – IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026?
👉 31 January 2026.
Q2. What posts are available?
👉 Professor and Associate Professor.
Q3. What is the mode of application?
👉 Online only.
Q4. Is offline application allowed?
👉 No, offline applications are not accepted.
Q5. Can I apply for more than one department?
👉 Yes, but separate applications are required.
