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  • National Institute of Technology Surathkal (NITK), Surathkal has announced the latest Faculty Recruitment 2026 for posts of Assistant Professor (Grade II & I), Associate Professor, and Professor in various departments. Published on 04 May 2026 at the official website https://www.nitk.ac.in, this recruitment drive offers approximately 84 faculty positions across multiple disciplines. Applicants within the prescribed age range and possessing the required educational qualifications (First Class UG & PG in relevant discipline with PhD in specified specialization) can apply online from 04 May 2026 to 02 June 2026. Complete details about NIT Karnataka Faculty Recruitment 2026, including eligibility, application process, and official notification PDF, are available through the direct links below.

NIT Surathkal Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview

Institute NameNational Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal
LocationMangaluru, Karnataka (NH-66, Dakshina Kannada)
Reference No.Ref. No.: 5210-Advt./Faculty-NITK-Estt./2026/B1
Post NameAssistant Professor (Grade II & Grade I), Associate Professor, Professor (various departments)
Total Vacancies84 Faculty Positions (82 Assistant Professor + 1 Associate Professor + 1 Professor)
DepartmentsChemical, Chemistry, Civil, CSE, EEE, ECE, IT, Mathematical & Computational Sciences, Mechanical, Metallurgical & Materials, Mining, Physics, Humanities/Social Sciences & Management, Water Resources & Ocean Engineering
QualificationAs per department: First Class UG & PG in relevant discipline and PhD in desired specialization (with specified relaxations for direct PhD, integrated programmes)
Application ModeOnline only through NITK recruitment portal
Advertisement Date04 May 2026
Official Websitehttps://www.nitk.ac.in

NIT Karnataka Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Date04/05/2026
Opening Date of Online Application Portal04/05/2026 (04:00 p.m. IST)
Last Date for Submission of Online Application02/06/2026 (11:59 p.m. IST)

NIT Karnataka Faculty Vacancy 2026

CategoryTotal Posts
Regular Vacancies (Total)45
UR (Departments: CH, CS, CV, EC, IT, MA, ME, MI, WO)34
SC (CS, CV, EC, IT, MA)5
ST0
OBC (MA)1
EWS (CH, CS, EC, IT, ME)5
PwD2 (as per GoI norms)
CategoryTotal Posts
SC (CS, EC, EE, IT, MA, SM)9
ST (CS, CV, EC, MA, ME, PH, WO)8
OBC (CS, CV, EC, EE, IT, MA, SM)20
PostCategoryDepartmentTotal Posts
Associate Professor (Pay Level 13A2)URComputer Science and Engineering (CS)1
Professor (Pay Level 14A)URInformation Technology (IT)1
  • NITK Surathkal has notified tentative faculty vacancies at different levels, mainly for Assistant Professor–Grade II & Grade I, with limited posts for Associate Professor and Professor.
  • Assistant Professor Vacancies (82 Posts)
  • Assistant Professor Backlog Vacancies (37 Posts)
  • Associate Professor & Professor Vacancies

NIT Karnataka Faculty Eligibility Criteria 2026

Post NameEssential Qualification & Experience
Assistant Professor (Grade II / Grade I)First Class in UG and PG degrees in relevant discipline from recognized Universities/Institutes with PhD in specified/desirable areas of specialization; candidates with direct PhD after UG or integrated Master’s/PhD from reputed institutions are also eligible if other norms are fulfilled.
Associate ProfessorPhD in relevant area, required teaching/research/industry experience and credit points as per NIT Statutes & GoI norms (detailed in full advertisement/Institute rules).
ProfessorPhD in relevant area with very strong academic, research & professional profile, substantial experience and credit points as per NIT Statutes & GoI norms.
DepartmentMinimum Essential Qualification
Chemical Engineering (CH)UG: BTech/BE in Chemical Engineering; PG: MTech/ME or equivalent in relevant Chemical/Bio/Process/Energy disciplines; PhD in desired specialization.
Civil Engineering (CV)UG: BTech/BE in Civil/Construction Engineering; PG: MTech/ME in Construction/Structural/Transportation/RS & GIS etc.; PhD in specified Civil Engineering specializations.
Computer Science & Engineering (CS)UG & PG: BTech/BE and MTech/ME in CSE/IT/IS or allied; PhD in relevant CS areas (TCS, systems, AI, data analytics, etc.).
Mathematical & Computational Sciences (MA)UG & PG in Mathematics/Statistics/Data Science/CS/IT/AI/ML or related; PhD in Mathematical or Computational Sciences as listed.
  • Nationality: Applications are invited from qualified Indian Nationals and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders.
  • NITK strives to maintain pan-India character and gender balance; women candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
  • Educational Qualification & Experience (General)
  • Candidates must have secured First Class in both UG and PG degrees; if Class is not specified, 60% aggregate marks or 6.5 CGPA (on 10-point scale) will be treated as First Class.
  • Department-wise Essential Qualifications (Illustrative)
  • (Full list of department-wise qualifications & specializations is given in the official advertisement.)

NIT Karnataka Faculty Age Limit & Experience 2026

ParameterDetails
Fresh Appointments beyond 60 yearsConsidered only for highly distinguished candidates with strong industry-oriented R&D profile and ongoing/approved funded projects.
Experience CountingOnly experience of more than 6 months in regular scale posts is counted; part-time, daily wage, visiting/guest/temporary faculty work is not counted.
PhD from NITKCandidates with NITK PhD can apply only after minimum 3 years post-PhD experience outside NITK (except existing regular NITK faculty).
  • The notification does not prescribe a single uniform upper age limit; fresh appointments beyond 60 years are encouraged only for distinguished candidates with impactful industry-oriented R&D careers and externally funded projects.

NIT Karnataka Faculty Application Fee 2026

General / OBC / EWS₹2,500 (inclusive of GST) per application
SC / ST / PwD₹1,250 (inclusive of GST) per application
Mode of PaymentOnline / NEFT / RTGS bank transfer to NITK Surathkal SBI account (details in notification); proof of payment (PDF) must be uploaded.

NIT Karnataka Faculty Pay Scale, Benefits & Facilities

ComponentDetails
Assistant Professor Grade IIPay Level 10 as per 7th CPC (with progression as per NIT Statutes and GoI norms).
Assistant Professor Grade IPay Level 12
Associate ProfessorPay Level 13A2
ProfessorPay Level 14A
AllowancesDA, TA, Children Education Allowance, LTC/HTC and other benefits as per Central Government/Institute rules.
Pension & MedicalCovered under New Pension Scheme (NPS-2004); medical facilities for faculty and dependents as per GoI norms.
Professional Development Allowance₹3 lakh per 3-year block (₹1 lakh per year) for conferences, memberships and professional activities (reimbursable).
Research Seed GrantUp to ₹5 lakh as per Institute norms for new faculty.
Housing & Campus FacilitiesOn-campus quarters with fibre Internet, piped gas, schools, healthcare centre, banks, post office, sports, swimming pool, staff club, etc., as per availability and rules.

NIT Karnataka Faculty Selection Process 2026

StageDetails
1. Application ScrutinyScreening Committee shortlists candidates based on academic credentials, research output, experience, credit points and fit to notified areas of specialization as per Flexible Recruitment Rules & MoE instructions.
2. ShortlistingShortlisted candidates will be called for teaching and research presentations followed by personal interview. Intimation via email and website only.
3. Interview & PresentationsCandidates must give teaching and research presentations; then appear before the Selection Committee for interview.
4. Final Merit / SelectionInstitute reserves right to limit number of candidates based on academic brilliance, experience and departmental needs; decision of Institute will be final and binding.
  • SC/ST/PwD candidates called for interview will be reimbursed travel expenses for onward and return journey by shortest route in India, as per GoI norms, on production of tickets and required proofs.

How to Apply for NIT Karnataka Faculty Recruitment 2026

  • Visit the official website of NITK Surathkal and click on the faculty recruitment link available on the homepage (recruitment portal).
  • Register on the recruitment portal with a valid email ID and mobile number, then log in to access the online application form.
  • Fill in all required personal, academic, and experience details carefully; ensure eligibility as per department and post applied for.
  • Upload all relevant documents: identity proof, proof of date of birth, academic mark sheets and degree certificates (UG, PG, PhD), category certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD), experience certificates and salary slips, publications list (SCOPUS/Web of Science), proof of projects, patents, PhD guidance, administrative roles, outreach, awards, etc.
  • Pay the non-refundable application processing fee (as per category) via NEFT/RTGS/online transfer to the specified NITK bank account and upload proof of payment in PDF format.
  • Download, hand-fill and sign the mandatory “Attestation Form” (Annexure II), then upload the scanned copy in the portal.
  • Candidates in Government/Quasi Govt/Universities/PSUs must upload No Objection Certificate or Self Declaration (Annexure I) and provide Vigilance Clearance Certificate at the time of interview.
  • Verify all details and documents in the online form and then click on “Submit” to complete the application process.
  • After successful submission, download and save the PDF of the completed application form for future reference.
  • At the time of interview, candidates must produce the printed application form, original Attestation Form, and all original supporting documents along with self-attested copies.

Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Candidates must read the detailed instructions and recruitment policies carefully before filling the online application form and ensure that they satisfy all eligibility criteria.
  • Reservation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD is applicable as per Government of India norms; OBC-NCL/EWS certificates must be issued on or after 01.04.2026 in prescribed format.
  • Persons with Disabilities with at least 40% permanent disability must upload prescribed disability/medical certificate issued by competent authorities.
  • Incomplete applications or those without requisite documents, payment proof, or Attestation Form will be rejected and will not be processed further.
  • Applications of non-shortlisted and non-selected candidates will be retained by the Institute for six months after the publication of the selection list.
  • Any canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification from the recruitment process.
  • All communication regarding the recruitment will be made only through the email ID [email protected]; queries to other email IDs will not be entertained.
  • All original documents and valid photo identity proof must be produced at the time of interview.
  • Requests for information about the ongoing recruitment will be handled strictly under the RTI Act; confidential details will not be disclosed until the process is completed.

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Q2. How many faculty vacancies are announced in NITK Surathkal Recruitment 2026?

  • The recruitment notification specifies 82 vacancies for Assistant Professor (Grade II & I), 1 vacancy for Associate Professor (Computer Science & Engineering) and 1 vacancy for Professor (Information Technology), making a total of 84 faculty posts.

Q3. What are the important dates for NIT Surathkal Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • The online application portal opened on 04 May 2026 at 4:00 p.m. IST, and the last date for submitting online applications is 02 June 2026 up to 11:59 p.m. IST through the NITK recruitment portal.

Q5. What is the eligibility criteria for Assistant Professor posts at NIT Surathkal?

  • Candidates must have First Class at both UG and PG levels in the relevant discipline (treated as 60% or 6.5/10 CGPA if class not specified) and a PhD in the specified area of specialization, with eligibility also for candidates who completed a direct PhD after UG or an integrated programme from reputed institutes, as per NIT Statutes.

Q7. What is the application fee for NITK Surathkal Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • The application processing fee is Rs. 2,500 (inclusive of GST) per application for General/OBC/EWS candidates and Rs. 1,250 (inclusive of GST) for SC/ST/PwD candidates, payable only through online/NEFT/RTGS transfer to the specified NITK bank account.

Q8. What are the pay levels for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor at NIT Surathkal ?

  • As per the 7th CPC: Assistant Professor Grade II is in Pay Level 10, Assistant Professor Grade I in Pay Level 12, Associate Professor in Pay Level 13A2, and Professor in Pay Level 14A, along with allowances as per Central Government norms.

Q9. What is the selection process for NITK Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • After scrutiny and shortlisting based on qualifications, research output, experience and credit points, shortlisted candidates are called for teaching and research presentations followed by an interview with the Selection Committee, and the final selection is made as per NIT Statutes and Ministry of Education guidelines.
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