IIT Kanpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Professor, Associate & Assistant Professor Posts

📋 Key Highlights

• Advertisement Number: Rolling 2026‑001 (Domain Specific)
• Institute: Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
• Positions: Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I & II)
• Application Mode: Online only
• Location: Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

🎓 IIT Kanpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has released a Rolling Advertisement 2026‑001 for faculty recruitment in various departments. Applications are invited from Indian Nationals, PIOs, OCIs, and Foreign Nationals for teaching positions at one of India’s premier institutes.

🏫 Departments Inviting Applications

Applications are open for multiple departments including:

• Aerospace Engineering
• Biological Sciences and Bioengineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics & Statistics
• Humanities and Social Sciences
• Management Sciences
• Design, Earth Sciences, Economic Sciences
• Space, Planetary & Astronomical Sciences & Engineering (SPASE)
• Sustainable Energy Engineering
• Kotak School of Sustainability
• Wadhwani School of AI & Intelligent Systems (WAIS)

🗓️ Important Information

• Applications are accepted throughout the year (rolling advertisement).
• Foreign nationals can be offered contractual appointments up to five years, renewable thereafter.
• PIO/OCI card holders are eligible for permanent faculty positions.

👉 This recruitment drive offers opportunities for highly qualified candidates to join IIT Kanpur’s world‑class faculty team.

Issued by: Dean, Faculty Affairs – IIT Kanpur

📚 Eligibility Criteria & Pay Scale

✅ Minimum Qualification

• PhD with first class or equivalent (in terms of grades) at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch.
• Excellent academic record in all previous degrees.

👩‍🏫 Experience Requirements

• Professor: Minimum 10 years of teaching/research/industrial experience, of which at least 4 years should be at the level of Associate Professor.
• Associate Professor: Minimum 6 years of teaching/research/industrial experience, of which at least 3 years should be at the level of Assistant Professor or equivalent.
• Assistant Professor (Grade I): PhD with first class or equivalent. For fresh PhDs, appointment will be on contract for the first three years and can be regularized later.
• Assistant Professor (Grade II): For candidates with less than three years of post‑PhD experience, appointment will be on contract basis.

💰 Pay Scale (as per 7th CPC)

🎁 Additional Benefits

• HRA, LTC, Medical reimbursement, Transport allowance, Education allowance for children.
• Contribution towards New Pension Scheme (NPS).
• Research initiation grant up to ₹25 lakhs (with option for supplementary grant).
• Financial support for attending national and international conferences.
• Top‑up salary of ₹25,000 per month for the first three years; ₹15,000 per month for Young Faculty (up to 40 years of age) for the next three years based on performance.
• Reimbursement of international travel expenses up to ₹1,50,000 for joining faculty and family members.
• Housing facilities with essential amenities provided by the institute.

👉 IIT Kanpur offers one of the most competitive pay structures and benefits among Indian academic institutions.

📝 Application Process & Important Instructions

📌 Application Process

• Applications must be submitted online only through the official IIT Kanpur website: www.iitk.ac.in.
• Applicants should carefully fill in all details including academic qualifications, experience, and personal information.
• Supporting documents (degree certificates, experience certificates, reservation certificates, etc.) must be uploaded clearly in the online form.
• Foreign nationals can apply for contractual appointments up to five years, renewable thereafter.
• PIO/OCI card holders are eligible for permanent faculty positions.
• Applications are accepted throughout the year under the rolling advertisement system.

⚠️ Important Instructions

• Mere eligibility does not guarantee an interview call.
• Candidates not meeting minimum experience may be considered for lower positions.
• Reservation in direct recruitment will follow the Central Educational Institutes (Reservation in Teachers’ Cadre) Act, 2019.
• Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD) are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Applicants must provide a valid mobile number and email ID for communication; exam/interview details will be sent via SMS/email.
• All benefits such as housing, allowances, and research grants will be provided as per institute norms.
• Outstanding candidates may be considered even if they do not fully meet the advertised requirements.

📞 Contact Information

For clarifications, candidates may contact:

• Joint Registrar, Office of Faculty Affairs, IIT Kanpur
• Tel: +91‑512‑259‑6592 / 6327 / 6325
• Email: dofa_recruitment@iitk.ac.in

👉 Candidates are advised to check the IIT Kanpur website regularly for updates and detailed instructions.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Which positions are available?

Faculty positions for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor (Grade I & II) are available.

2. What is the minimum qualification?

A PhD with first class or equivalent in the relevant branch, along with an excellent academic record.

3. What is the experience requirement?

Professor – 10 years (with 4 years as Associate Professor), Associate Professor – 6 years (with 3 years as Assistant Professor), Assistant Professor – fresh PhDs or 3+ years post‑PhD experience.

4. What is the pay scale?

Pay levels range from ₹89,800 to ₹2,20,200 depending on the post, as per 7th CPC.

5. Are foreign nationals eligible?

Yes, foreign nationals can apply for contractual appointments up to five years, renewable thereafter. PIO/OCI card holders can apply for permanent positions.

6. Is reservation applicable?

Yes, reservation is applicable as per the Central Educational Institutes (Reservation in Teachers’ Cadre) Act, 2019 for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD categories.

7. How to apply?

Applications must be submitted online only through the official IIT Kanpur website: www.iitk.ac.in.

8. What benefits are provided?

HRA, LTC, medical reimbursement, transport allowance, education allowance, NPS, research initiation grant up to ₹25 lakhs, conference support, housing facilities, and top‑up salary benefits.

9. Is mere eligibility enough for interview?

No, mere eligibility does not guarantee an interview call. Selection is based on merit and suitability.

10. Who to contact for queries?

Contact the Joint Registrar, Office of Faculty Affairs, IIT Kanpur at Tel: +91‑512‑259‑6592/6327/6325 or Email: dofa_recruitment@iitk.ac.in.

Issued by: Dean, Faculty Affairs – IIT Kanpur