National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela Recruitment 2026: 86 Professor & Assistant Professor Vacancies
Faculty Recruitment at NIT Rourkela 2026: The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has released an official advertisement for faculty recruitment. The institute is inviting applications from Indian nationals with excellent academic backgrounds for various positions, including Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor.
Vacancy Details for Faculty Recruitment at NIT Rourkela
The NIT Rourkela Recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 86 vacancies across different levels and categories:
| Post | Pay Level | Vacancies |
| Assistant Professor Grade II | Level 10/11 | 74 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | Level 12 | 6 |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A2 | 3 |
| Professor | Level 14A | 3 |
| Total | 86 |
Note: Vacancies include backlog positions for SC, ST, and OBC categories.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by department and position level. The following are the minimum educational requirements:
- Engineering Departments: First Class B.Tech./B.E. with Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
- Science/Humanities/Social Sciences: First Class Master’s Degree with Ph.D. in a relevant branch.
- School of Management: First Class MBA/M.Tech./M.Sc./LLM or equivalent with Ph.D.
- Planning and Architecture: First Class B.Arch. and M.Arch./M.Plan. (Ph.D. required for Grade I and higher).
Department-Wise Specializations
Recruitment is open for multiple departments, including but not limited to:
- Computer Science & Engineering: AI, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing.
- Electronics & Communication: 5G/6G Networks, VLSI, Signal Processing.
- Mechanical Engineering: Production Engineering, Manufacturing Science.
- Mining Engineering: AI and Robotics in Mining, Mineral Processing.
- Other Departments: Biotechnology, Civil, Chemical, Ceramic, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Management.
Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online:
- UR / OBC / EWS: ₹1500
- SC / ST / PWD: ₹750
- Indian Nationals applying from abroad: ₹3000
Important Dates for Faculty Recruitment at NIT Rourkela
- Opening of Online Portal: March 23, 2026 (17:00 h IST)
- Closing of Online Portal: April 22, 2026 (17:00 h IST)
How to Apply for Faculty Recruitment at NIT Rourkela
To participate in the NIT Rourkela Recruitment, follow these steps:
- Visit the official NIT Rourkela career portal: https://www.nitrkl.ac.in/Career/Faculty/
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link corresponding to Advertisement Number: NITR/ES/02/2026.
- Fill in the application details and upload the required documents.
- Submit the application fee online to complete the process.
For technical queries, candidates may contact career@nitrkl.ac.in