Indian Institute of Technology Mandi
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IIT Mandi Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

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May. 31, 2026
Assistant Professor (Grade-I / Grade-II) - School of Computing and Electrical Engineering

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B.Tech105
Ph.D52
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
Various / Rolling Basis
Pay Scale
₹84.7K - ₹1.01L / mo
Age Limit
Preferably below 35 years
Job Location
Himachal Pradesh7Mandi1

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Jan 1, 2026

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Starts

Jan 1, 2026

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Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window1 Jan – 31 Dec 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Eligibility criteria for Assistant Professor in the School of Computing and Electrical Engineering (SCEE) at IIT Mandi:
• Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in appropriate branch/discipline with First Class in preceding degrees and an excellent academic record throughout.
• CSE Domain Requirement: Candidates applying for Computer Science & Engineering should hold a B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related CSE domains.
• Experience: Fresh Ph.D. candidates are eligible for Assistant Professor Grade-II. Post-Ph.D. industrial, research, or teaching experience (excluding the Ph.D. period) will be credited for higher initial basic pay fixation up to Grade-I (Pay Level 12 with 3+ years experience).
• Preferred Research Areas: All areas of CSE, AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, Computer Vision, Robotics, Cyber Security, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Systems, Networks, Databases, Embedded Systems, High-Performance Computing, and Software Engineering.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidate's age should preferably be below 35 years for Assistant Professor positions. Standard age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PwD candidates as per Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India guidelines.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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How will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.

Application Scrutiny & Research Publication Audit

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Research Seminar & Classroom Teaching Demonstration

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Faculty Selection Committee Interview

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The selection pipeline follows the standard IIT faculty assessment framework:
1. Application Scrutiny: Applications are screened by the School Faculty Search Committee (SFSC) based on Ph.D. pedigree, journal impact factor (IEEE/ACM, CORE A*/A conferences), and teaching/research statements.
2. Research Seminar & Teaching Demo: Shortlisted applicants are invited to the Kamand campus (or via video conference for candidates abroad) to present their research agenda and deliver a pedagogical lecture to students and faculty.
3. Selection Committee Interview: Final evaluation before the Statutory Selection Committee chaired by the Director, IIT Mandi, for recommendation to the Board of Governors (BoG).

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Faculty members at IIT Mandi reside and work in a scenic, high-altitude residential campus nestled in the Kamand valley of Himachal Pradesh. The School of Computing and Electrical Engineering (SCEE) fosters a vibrant interdisciplinary research culture. Faculty members enjoy substantial academic autonomy to develop cutting-edge B.Tech/M.Tech electives, establish specialized research laboratories, and compete for substantial national and international research grants (SERB, DST, MeitY, Indo-German collaborations). Modern high-performance computing clusters and state-of-the-art testing equipment are accessible on campus.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Permanent residential campus posting at Kamand Campus, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh (approx. 14 km from Mandi town). Faculty housing (Type-IV/V apartments) is provided on campus. The institute environment offers a close-knit campus community, pollution-free living, and excellent primary schooling facilities for faculty dependents.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Career progression is governed by the 4-tier flexible faculty structure for IITs: Assistant Professor Grade-II transitions to Grade-I (Pay Level 12, ₹1,01,500) upon completing 3 years of post-Ph.D. service. Movement to Associate Professor (Pay Level 13A2, ₹1,39,600) and Professor (Pay Level 14A, ₹1,59,100) occurs through competitive national open selections based on research output, sponsored project funding, and Ph.D. graduations.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Four-Cycle Rolling Deadlines: While the advertisement is rolling throughout the calendar year, applications are scrutinized in distinct cohorts: 31st March, 30th June, 31st August, and 31st December. Submitting early within a cycle ensures consideration in that round's review.
  • Strict Degree Domain Matching for CSE: For CSE specializations, candidates must strictly possess B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related disciplines. Branch transitions without formal computer science grounding face stringent scrutiny.
  • Travel Reimbursement through Authorized Booking Agencies: Candidates called for an on-campus seminar/interview must purchase Economy Class air tickets strictly via IRCTC, Balmer Lawrie (BLCL), or Ashoka Tours & Travels (ATT); tickets bought through unauthorized aggregators will not be reimbursed.
  • No Physical Hard Copy Requirement: The application process is 100% digital via the IIT Mandi Faculty Application Portal (FAP); no hard copies should be mailed.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Starting Basic Pay range under 7th CPC: ₹84,700/- (Grade-II) to ₹1,01,500/- (Grade-I Pay Level 12). Allowances include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or campus accommodation at Kamand campus, Transport Allowance, Cumulative Professional Development Allowance (CPDA of ₹3 Lakhs per 3-year block), Seed Grant for research initiation, Children Education Allowance, and New Pension Scheme (NPS) benefits.

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How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

Candidates must apply online through the official application portal.

  • Ensure all relevant information and documents are uploaded before finalizing the application.
  • Keep a copy of the submitted application for record; no hard copy submission is required.
  • Government/Semi-Government employees must apply through proper channel or provide a 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) at the time of interview.
  • Candidates availing reservation must upload valid SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PWD certificates.
  • For general queries, contact: [email protected].
  • For technical issues during online application, contact: [email protected].

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. Candidates submit their applications online through the IIT Mandi Faculty Application Portal (FAP); no application fee is charged.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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