Faculty Recruitment at Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT) 2026
Faculty Recruitment at RGIPT 2026: Faculty Recruitment at RGIPT 2026: The Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), an Institution of National Importance established by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, has released its Rolling Advertisement-2026 for faculty positions. Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals, PIOs, and OCIs for various teaching and research roles at its Jais and Bengaluru campuses.
Key details for Faculty Recruitment at RGIPT
RGIPT is hiring for the following roles across multiple departments:
| Position | Academic Pay Level (7th CPC) | Entry Basic Pay |
| Professor | 14A | Rs. 1,59,100 |
| Associate Professor | 13A2 | Rs. 1,39,600 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-I) | 12 | Rs. 1,01,500 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) | 10 & 11 | Rs. 70,900 – 89,900 |
Departments & Domain Areas
Faculty members are required for the following departments to pursue research in Petroleum & Energy:
- Petroleum Engineering & Geoengineering
- Chemical & Biochemical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Energy and Human Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Management Studies
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualification: A PhD with first class (or equivalent) in the preceding degree with a consistently strong academic record.
- Professor: 10 years of experience, including 4 years as an Associate Professor.
- Associate Professor: 6 years of experience, including 3 years as an Assistant Professor.
- Assistant Professor (Grade-I): PhD with 3+ years of experience (excluding PhD tenure).
- Assistant Professor (Grade-II): Fresh PhD holders (appointed on contract for the first 3 years).
Age Limit: The upper age limit for Assistant Professors is 35 years (as of May 1st for Cycle I and November 1st for Cycle II), with relaxations for reserved categories.
Important Dates & Cycles for Faculty Recruitment at RGIPT
As this is a Rolling Advertisement, applications can be submitted at any time. However, they will be processed in two distinct cycles:
- First Cycle Cut-off: May 1, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Second Cycle Cut-off: November 1, 2026 (11:59 PM)
How to Apply for Faculty Recruitment at RGIPT
- Online Application: Fill out the form at www.rgipt.ac.in.
- Email Submission: Send a copy of the submitted form along with supporting documents to frj@rgipt.ac.in.
- Requirements: Prepare a teaching philosophy statement, a list of research projects, and details of national/international conferences attended.
Contact Information: For queries, email dofa.office@rgipt.ac.in during office hours (Mon-Fri, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM).