Recruitment at IIMC Dhenkanal 2025
Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) Dhenkanal
Faculty Recruitment in Journalism & Mass Communication
The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), established in 1965, invites online applications for 01 Professor and 20 Assistant Professors in the field of Mass Communication with broad specializations in Journalism (Print, Broadcast, Digital Media), Advertising & Public Relations, Strategic Communication, and Media Business Studies.
Selected candidates may be posted at the main campus in New Delhi or at any of its regional campuses (Aizawl, Amravati, Dhenkanal, Jammu, Kottayam) or any future campuses in India/abroad.
Key details for Recruitment at IIMC Dhenkanal
Number of Vacancies
- Professor: 01 Post (UR)
- Assistant Professors: 20 Posts (7 UR, 6 OBC, 3 SC, 1 ST, 2 EWS, 1 UR-PwD)
Campus distribution of Assistant Professor posts:
- New Delhi – 6
- Dhenkanal – 4
- Aizawl – 4
- Amravati – 2
- Jammu – 1
- Kottayam – 3
Pay Scale
- Professor: Level 14 (as per 7th CPC)
- Assistant Professor: Level 10 (as per 7th CPC)
Eligibility
As per UGC Regulations, 2018 (and subsequent amendments).
For Professor:
- Ph.D. in relevant discipline with minimum 10 publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals and 10 years of teaching/research experience, OR
- A distinguished professional with Ph.D. and 10 years’ industry/research experience.
For Assistant Professor:
- Master’s degree with 55% marks (or equivalent) in relevant/allied subject.
- Must have cleared NET/SLET/SET OR hold a Ph.D. as per UGC guidelines.
- Ph.D. holders from top 500 ranked foreign universities are also eligible.
Desirable:
- Proficiency in Hindi & English.
- Language skills in Marathi/Urdu/Malayalam/Odia for specific regional courses.
- Subject expertise for MA/PG Diploma programs in Media Management, Strategic Communication, Digital Media, and related fields.
Application Procedure for Recruitment at IIMC Dhenkanal
- Apply online via: www.iimc.gov.in/vacancy
- Upload all supporting documents (essential & desirable qualifications).
- Application fee (non-refundable):
- UR/OBC: ₹3000
- EWS/SC/ST/PwBD/Women: ₹1500
Important Dates for Recruitment at IIMC Dhenkanal
- Last date to submit online application: 6th October 2025
- Hard copy submission deadline: 13th October 2025 (by 5:00 PM)
(Send to Deputy Registrar, IIMC, New Delhi with supporting documents & Demand Draft). - Exam/Interview Centre: New Delhi only.
General Instructions
- Reservation as per GoI/UGC rules.
- No TA/DA for attending interview.
- University may conduct written test/seminar/presentation before interviews.
- Canvassing or false information will result in disqualification/termination.
- All communication will be via email and website only.
For queries, email: deputy.registrar@iimc.gov.in
📌 Summary:
IIMC is recruiting 01 Professor and 20 Assistant Professors in Journalism & Mass Communication. Apply online by 06.10.2025, submit hard copies by 13.10.2025.