IIPA Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

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• Published November 10, 2026 · Updated November 11, 2026 10:48 AM
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IIPA Associate Professor (Urban Planning) Overview

• The official notification does not specify the application fee.

Department-wise Vacancies

• The notice does not give a category-wise break-up of the post.

Qualification and Experience

• The applicant must satisfy any one of the following conditions. Both start with a Master's in Planning, and then:
• Teachers with a Ph.D. degree holding an analogous post on a regular basis in a University, College or Research Institution, possessing the qualifications prescribed for the post of Associate Professor under the prevailing UGC Regulations, and having published at least three research publications; OR
• Assistant Professors (Stage 3) with a Ph.D. degree who have completed a minimum of three years of service in Stage 3, possess the minimum cumulative API score prescribed under the UGC Performance-Based Appraisal System (PBAS) and relevant regulations, and have published at least three research publications during the tenure as Assistant Professor.

Desirable Qualifications and Competencies

• Ph.D. in Planning with specialization in Urban Planning/Regional Planning/Transport.
• Experience in conceptualising and delivering executive education and training programmes for senior government officials and municipal functionaries.
• A strong record of research publications in reputed peer-reviewed and Scopus-indexed journals, along with policy studies, monographs, consultancy reports or other knowledge products.

Age Limit

• The age limit is not exceeding 45 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications. The notice prints no age relaxation.
• The period spent obtaining M.Phil. and/or Ph.D. qualifications is not counted towards research experience. Eligibility is determined with reference to qualifications, experience, publications and other credentials acquired up to the last date prescribed for receipt of applications.

Selection Process

• The recruitment has four stages: screening and shortlisting, seminar/presentation, interview, and final appointment.

How to Apply for IIPA Associate Professor (Urban Planning)

• Download the prescribed application form from the Institute's website (www.iipa.org.in), or obtain a copy free of cost from The Superintendent (Administration), IIPA. The form is also reproduced in the notice.
• Complete the form and enclose self-attested copies of all supporting documents, including educational qualifications, experience certificates, publications and deputation-related clearances.
• Submit the application through the proper channel. An advance copy may be sent directly to the Institute before the closing date.
• Make sure the application reaches the Institute on or before 15 December 2026 by email at [email protected] and [email protected] and/or at the postal address below.
• Postal address: The Superintendent (Administration), Indian Institute of Public Administration, Room No. 60, Second Floor, Indraprastha Estate, Ring Road, New Delhi – 110002. The notice also prints the Institute's phone number as 011-23468300.
• If the application forwarded through the proper channel has not reached the Institute before the interview stage, the candidate must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer at the time of interview.

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Documents Required

• Self-attested copies of all relevant certificates and mark sheets, including educational qualifications.
• Experience records and certificates.
• Publications.
• Deputation-related clearances.
• Proof of date of birth.
• A passport size photograph pasted on the application form.
• Names and addresses of two referees who are not relatives, as asked in the form, with a list of enclosures.
• The form also asks for a list of published work with the Indexed/ISBN/ISSN number against each publication, a list of research work done, and details of any pension or pensionary benefit. Supporting documents should preferably be arranged in chronological order.

Important Instructions

• Incomplete applications, applications not in the prescribed format, unsigned applications and applications received after the closing date are rejected without further correspondence.
• Mere possession of the minimum qualifications and experience does not guarantee shortlisting or selection.
• The Institute reserves the right to rectify any inadvertent error or modify any communication issued during the recruitment process, including after the issuance of an appointment order.
• Any attempt to influence the recruitment process directly or indirectly results in disqualification.
• The decision of the Institute on eligibility, shortlisting, selection and appointment is final and binding on all candidates.

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Q1. How many vacancies are there in the IIPA Associate Professor (Urban Planning) recruitment?

• There is one post, 01 (One), of Associate Professor (Urban Planning) at the Centre for Urban Studies, on deputation.

Q3. What is the qualification required?

• A Master's in Planning is required, along with either a Ph.D. teacher's analogous regular post and three research publications, or Assistant Professor (Stage 3) service of three years with Ph.D., the PBAS API score and three publications.

Q4. What is the age limit?

• The age must not exceed 45 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications.

Q7. What is the selection process?

• Selection has screening and shortlisting, a seminar/presentation that shortlisted candidates may be required to make, an interview before the Selection Committee, and final approval by the competent authority.