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NIT Surathkal Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 84 Assistant Professor, Professor and Associate Professor Posts
| Organization | National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal |
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| Post Name | Assistant Professor (Grade II & Grade I), Associate Professor, Professor (various departments) |
| Total Vacancies | 84 Faculty Positions (82 Assistant Professor + 1 Associate Professor + 1 Professor) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Mangaluru, Karnataka (NH-66, Dakshina Kannada) |
| Last Updated | 06 May 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.nitk.ac.in |
84 Faculty Positions (82 Assistant Professor + 1 Associate Professor + 1 Professor)
Vacancies
02/06/2026 (11:59 p.m. IST)
Last Date
Online
Apply Mode
Mangaluru, Karnata
Location
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
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 04/05/2026 (04:00 p.m. IST) |
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| Last Date to Apply | 02/06/2026 (11:59 p.m. IST) |
| Event / Date | Date |
| Notification Date | 04/05/2026 |
Application Fee
General / UR
₹2,500 (inclusive of GST) per application
SC
₹1,250 (inclusive of GST) per application
Online / NEFT / RTGS bank transfer to NITK Surathkal SBI account (details in notification); proof of payment (PDF) must be uploaded.
Age Limit
| Details | 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. |
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Qualification / Eligibility
| Education Qualification | As per department: First Class UG & PG in relevant discipline and PhD in desired specialization (with specified relaxations for direct PhD, integrated programmes) |
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| Matched Qualifications | ITI, B_Tech_BE, B_Ed, CA, MPhil_PhD, Any_Post_Graduate |
| Details | 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.) |
Vacancy Details
| Sr. | Post Name | Total Posts | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45 | ||
| 2 | 34 | ||
| 3 | 5 | ||
| 4 | 0 | ||
| 5 | 1 | ||
| 6 | 5 | ||
| 7 | 2 (as per GoI norms) | ||
| 8 | 9 | ||
| 9 | 8 | ||
| 10 | 20 | ||
| 11 | Associate Professor (Pay Level 13A2) | 1 | Computer Science and Engineering (CS) |
| 12 | Professor (Pay Level 14A) | 1 | Information Technology (IT) |
| Total | 131 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | 1 |
| Post | Professor (Pay Level 14A) |
Selection Process
1Stage Details
21. Application Scrutiny Screening Committee shortlists candidates based on academic credentials, res
32. Shortlisting Shortlisted candidates will be called for teaching and research presentations follow
43. Interview & Presentations Candidates must give teaching and research presentations; then appear b
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official website of NITK Surathkal and click on the faculty recruitment link available on the homepage (recruitment portal).
- 2Register on the recruitment portal with a valid email ID and mobile number, then log in to access the online application form.
- 3Fill in all required personal, academic, and experience details carefully; ensure eligibility as per department and post applied for.
- 4Upload 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.
Important Instructions
- 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.