🏥 IIT Kharagpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Senior Resident and Other Medical Positions
The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP) has released Advertisement No. R/13/2026 dated 20 August 2026 for the recruitment of Senior Residents and Faculty Members at the newly established Dr. B. C. Roy Multi‑Speciality Medical Research Centre. This initiative marks IIT Kharagpur’s entry into medical education and research, combining clinical practice with advanced technology and innovation.
📋 Overview – About the Medical Research Centre
The Dr. B. C. Roy Multi‑Speciality Medical Research Centre and the Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Superspeciality Hospital are part of IIT Kharagpur’s vision to create a world‑class institution integrating medical education, patient care, and multidisciplinary research. The centre aims to offer MD/MS, DM/MCh, PhD programs and later MBBS courses, fostering translational medical research in collaboration with IIT’s engineering and science departments.
🎓 Faculty Positions and Specializations
Applications are invited for the following positions:
- Professor
- Associate Professor
- Assistant Professor
- Senior Resident (Tenure up to 3 years)
Preferred Specializations: Anaesthesiology, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Hospital Administration, Immunology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, ENT, Paediatrics, Pathology, Radiology, Respiratory Medicine, Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, and Gastroenterology.
📚 Eligibility Criteria – Academic and Experience Requirements
- Professor: MBBS with MD/MS/DNB/DM/M.Ch or equivalent; minimum 3 years as Associate Professor; at least 2 research publications; completion of NMC‑approved courses in Medical Education Technology and Biomedical Research.
- Associate Professor: MBBS with MD/MS/DNB/DM/M.Ch or equivalent; minimum 4 years as Assistant Professor; at least 2 research publications; completion of NMC‑approved courses.
- Assistant Professor: MBBS with MD/MS/DNB/DM/M.Ch or equivalent; minimum 1 year as Senior Resident; non‑medical candidates require PhD in relevant fields with 3 years post‑PhD research experience.
- Senior Resident: MBBS with MD/MS/DNB in relevant specialization; non‑medical candidates require MSc with PhD in related fields and 3 years post‑PhD research experience.
💰 Pay Scale – Salary Structure
| Post | Pay Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Level‑14A | ₹1,59,100 – ₹2,20,200 + NPA |
| Associate Professor | Level‑13A2 | ₹1,39,600 – ₹2,11,300 + NPA |
| Assistant Professor | Level‑12 | ₹1,01,500 – ₹1,67,400 + NPA |
| Senior Resident | Level‑11/10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (depending on qualification) |
📅 Important Dates – Application Timeline
- Advertisement Release Date: 21 August 2026
- Application Deadline: 31 December 2026
⚖️ Age Limit
- Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor: Less than 60 years.
- Senior Resident: Less than 45 years (50 years for Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, and Community Medicine).
📑 Reservation Policy
Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD categories will be applicable as per Government of India norms. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
📝 Application Process – How to Apply
- Apply online through IIT Kharagpur ERP portal – https://erp.iitkgp.ac.in/Jobs/auth/facapps.htm.
- Upload PDF copies of degree certificates, mark sheets, testimonials, caste certificate, and age proof.
- Government employees must apply through proper channel or submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) during the interview.
- Ensure all documents are complete and legible; incomplete applications will be rejected.
📞 Contact Information
For queries related to the application process, contact:
- Phone: +91‑3222‑281017 / 18 / 19
- Email: erp.facrec@iitkgp.ac.in
🌟 Why This Opportunity Matters
This recruitment drive is a landmark initiative by IIT Kharagpur to integrate medical education with advanced research. Faculty members will contribute to postgraduate and future undergraduate programs, provide patient care, and engage in interdisciplinary research, making this a unique opportunity to shape the future of medical science in India.
📢 Final Words – Apply Online Before Deadline
Eligible candidates should apply online through the IIT Kharagpur portal before 31 December 2026. Don’t miss this chance to join India’s first IIT‑led medical research and education initiative at the Dr. B. C. Roy Multi‑Speciality Medical Research Centre.
