IIT Guwahati Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

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• Updated August 04, 2026 01:07 PM
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• Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 31 July 2026 on the official website www.iitg.ac.in. The recruitment invites online applications for the post of Assistant Professor (Grade I/II) across 15 departments and schools at IIT Guwahati under Advertisement No. IITG/2026/FA-ADVT/01.
• Candidates who possess a Ph.D. with an excellent academic record and the prescribed educational qualifications and are preferably below 35 years of age are eligible to apply for these Assistant Professor vacancies. The online application process is open and candidates can submit their applications up to 31 August 2026.
• Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.

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IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Overview

IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

IIT Guwahati Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026

• The notification does not specify the exact number of vacancies (post count) for each department or school. Candidates can apply for the Assistant Professor (Grade I/ II) post in the following 15 departments/ schools, subject to matching the required specialization and qualification:

IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

• The minimum eligibility requirement for all departments is a Ph.D. degree with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree, in an appropriate branch, with a very good academic record throughout. The specific bachelor's/ master's degree requirement differs by department.

IIT Guwahati Assistant Professor Educational Qualification (Department-wise)

• Biosciences and Bioengineering: Ph.D. plus a 4-year Bachelor's degree, or 5-year integrated Master's in Biotechnology/ Biochemical/ Chemical Engineering/ Bioinformatics/ Biosciences, or 4-year Bachelor's in Engineering/ Technology/ Agricultural/ Pharmaceutical Sciences, or MBBS/ BVSc, or equivalent integrated degrees in Biological, Physical, Chemical, and Data Sciences, Mathematics, or Statistics.
• Chemical Engineering: Ph.D. plus Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Civil Engineering: Ph.D. plus a 4-year Bachelor's degree or 5-year integrated Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Computer Science and Engineering: Ph.D. plus a 4-year Bachelor's degree, or Bachelor's + Master's, or 5-year integrated Master's in Computer Science/ Computer Science and Engineering or a relevant discipline.
• Design: Ph.D. plus a 4-year Bachelor's degree or 2-year Master's degree or 5-year integrated Master's in Design, Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Management, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, or Physiology (Ergonomics).
• Electronics and Electrical Engineering: Ph.D. plus a 4-year Bachelor's degree or 5-year integrated Master's in Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation/ Communication/ Telecommunication Engineering.
• Mechanical Engineering: Ph.D. plus a 4-year Bachelor's degree or 5-year integrated Master's in Mechanical Engineering.
• Chemistry: Ph.D. plus a Bachelor's and Master's degree, or 5-year integrated Master's in Chemistry/ Chemical Science and Technology.
• Humanities and Social Science: Ph.D. in the relevant advertised area, with first class or equivalent throughout.
• Mathematics: Requirement varies by specialization - e.g. Ph.D./ M.Tech./ B.Tech. in Data Science, AI, or Computer Science & Engineering for the ML/ AI track; Ph.D./ Master's/ Bachelor's in Statistics for the Statistics track; Ph.D./ Master's/ Bachelor's in Mathematics for the pure Mathematics track.
• Physics: Ph.D. plus Bachelor's and Master's degree, or 5-year integrated Master's in Physics/ Applied Physics/ Engineering Physics.
• School of Business: Ph.D. degree in Management.
• Mehta Family School of Data Science and AI: Ph.D. in Engineering/ Science relevant to Data Science and AI, plus a 4-year Bachelor's or 5-year integrated Master's in Data Science/ AI, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science and Engineering, or Electronics/ Communication/ Electrical Engineering.
• School of Energy Science and Engineering: Ph.D. plus a Bachelor's or 5-year integrated Master's in Energy/ Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics/ Chemical Engineering.
• Jyoti and Bhupat Mehta School of Health Sciences and Technology: Ph.D. plus a 4-year Bachelor's in Engineering/ Biotechnology, 4-year BS Programme, 5-year integrated Master's in Engineering, BS(4 years)/ MS(5 years) in Physics/ Maths/ Biological Sciences, B.Pharm, or MBBS (with PhD).

IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

• Candidates should preferably be below 35 years of age as on the date of advertisement (31.07.2026). Age relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable as per Government of India norms:
• SC/ ST candidates: 5 years relaxation
• OBC-NCL candidates: 3 years relaxation
• PwBD candidates: 5 years relaxation (10 years for SC/ ST-PwBD and 8 years for OBC-NCL-PwBD candidates)

IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026 Required Documents

• Valid SC/ ST/ OBC-NCL/ EWS/ PwBD certificate (in the prescribed Government of India format), if applicable
• No Objection Certificate (NOC), if currently working in a Government/ Semi-Government organization or educational institution
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
• Ph.D. degree/ provisional certificate
• Experience certificates (for Assistant Professor Grade I claim)
• Other relevant certificates/ documents as required by the application form
• Note: Original certificates will be verified at the time of the interview. Incomplete applications without the relevant data, certificates, or documents may not be considered for shortlisting.

How to Apply for IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026?

• Visit the official application portal: https:/ / online.iitg.ac.in/ faonline/
• Register and fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and experience details.
• Select the Department/ School and area of specialization you wish to apply for.
• Upload all required certificates and documents in the prescribed format.
• Review the application carefully before final submission.
• Submit the application online on or before 31.08.2026.
• Note: Hard copy (offline) applications are not accepted. Candidates may apply for positions in more than one Department/ School, but a separate application must be submitted for each Department/ School.

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IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

• Degrees obtained must be from a recognized University/ Institute.
• The Institute follows reservation in direct recruitment as per the Central Educational Institutions (Reservation in Teachers' Cadre) Act, 2019.
• Candidates working in Government/ Semi-Government organizations or educational institutions must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) while applying, or produce one at the time of interview.
• Candidates are responsible for the correctness of the information submitted; incorrect information may lead to cancellation/ withdrawal of candidature or appointment at any stage.
• Canvassing in any manner may lead to disqualification of the candidature.
• The Institute reserves the right to withdraw any or all posts advertised.
• No correspondence will be entertained regarding reasons for not being shortlisted or the outcome of the interview.
• Any amendments or changes to the advertisement will be published only on the official Institute
• Candidates holding a Ph.D. and looking for faculty opportunities can also explore the latest Assistant Professor Jobs, Teaching Jobs, and Faculty Recruitment notifications available across IITs, NITs, IIITs, Central Universities, and other premier institutions in India. Applicants interested in academic careers may also check the latest Ph.D. Government Jobs, Higher Education Jobs, and Assam Government Jobs for more teaching and research opportunities matching their qualifications.
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Q3. What is the minimum qualification for IIT Guwahati Assistant Professor post?

• A Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree, in an appropriate branch, with a very good academic record throughout, is the minimum qualification. Specific bachelor's/master's degree requirements vary by department.

Q4. What is the age limit for IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026?

• Candidates should preferably be below 35 years of age as on the date of advertisement, with age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD candidates as per Government of India norms.

Q5. Is there an application fee for IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026?

• The application fee details are not mentioned in the official notification.

Q6. What is the pay level for Assistant Professor at IIT Guwahati?

• Assistant Professor Grade II is placed at 7th CPC Pay Level 10 & 11, while Assistant Professor Grade I is placed at Pay Level 12, based on post-Ph.D. experience.

Q7. How many vacancies are there in IIT Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026?

• The exact number of vacancies per department is not mentioned in the official notification. Candidates can apply across 15 departments/schools based on matching specialization and qualification.

Q9. What documents are required for IIT Guwahati faculty application?

• Candidates need educational qualification certificates, Ph.D. degree, experience certificates (if applicable), category certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD, if applicable), and an NOC if currently employed in a Government/Semi-Government organization.

Q10. What is the selection process for IIT Guwahati Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

• Shortlisted candidates, based on qualification, experience, and departmental requirements, are called for an interview. Meeting eligibility criteria does not guarantee an interview call.