IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 16 Posts

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur

Posts: 16 Posts (Backlog Reserved) Last Date: 12-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm (SAMARTH Portal); 19-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm (Google Form) Online

Short Information

Great opportunity for Ph.D. holders with excellent academic background to join IIEST Shibpur as Faculty against Backlog Reserved Vacancies under Advertisement No. RO/MY/26/14. Apply online for 16 posts from 20-05-2026 to 12-06-2026.

Important Dates

Last Date To Apply12-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm (SAMARTH Portal); 19-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm (Google Form)
EventDate
Date Of Advertisement20-05-2026
Opening Of Online Recruitment Application (Samarth Portal)20-05-2026
Date For Determining Eligibility12-06-2026
Interview DateTo be intimated separately by IIEST Shibpur

Application Fee

Obc FeeRs. 2500/-
DetailsThe application fee is to be paid online only and is non-refundable. The fee is per Department per post applied. Applications without requisite fee payment details are liable to rejection.

Age Limit

Maximum AgeFresh appointment beyond 60 years is discouraged as per Institute norms
DetailsAll qualifications, experience, and age limit will be considered as on the last date of receiving application, i.e. 12-06-2026. Fresh appointment beyond the age of 60 years is discouraged except in cases of faculty with exceptional research, industrial, and/or academic career.

Qualification / Eligibility

NationalityCandidate must be an Indian National.
Education QualificationPh.D. in relevant/equivalent discipline from a recognized University/Institute with First Class in all preceding degrees (bachelor's degree onwards). Candidates obtaining Ph.D. directly after B.E./B.Tech. are eligible.
ExperienceVaries by post as prescribed. More than 6 months of experience in a regular position with a pay scale is necessary to be considered as work experience. Part-time, daily wage, visiting, guest, or temporary faculty experience will not be counted.
DetailsCandidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of application, i.e. 12-06-2026. Mere possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee shortlisting for Teaching & Research Seminar and/or Personal Interview.

Vacancy Details

  • {'Post Name': 'Professor', 'Total': '4', 'Pay Level': 'Level 14A'}
  • {'Post Name': 'Associate Professor', 'Total': '1', 'Pay Level': 'Level 13A2'}
  • {'Post Name': 'Assistant Professor (Grade I & II)', 'Total': '11', 'Pay Level': 'Level 10 / Level 12'}
  • {'Post Name': 'Total', 'Total': '16', 'Pay Level': '–'}
  • {'Post': 'Assistant Professor Grade II (Level 10)', 'Essential Qualification': 'Ph.D. in relevant/equivalent discipline with First Class in preceding degrees (B.E./B.Tech. onwards)', 'Essential Experience': 'Nil', 'Cumulative Credit Points': 'Nil'}
  • {'Post': 'Assistant Professor Grade I (Level 12)', 'Essential Qualification': 'Ph.D. in relevant/equivalent discipline with First Class in preceding degrees', 'Essential Experience': '3 years after Ph.D. OR 6 years total teaching/research experience in reputed Academic Institute / R&D Labs / Industry', 'Cumulative Credit Points': '20'}
  • {'Post': 'Associate Professor (Level 13A2)', 'Essential Qualification': 'Ph.D. in relevant/equivalent discipline with First Class in preceding degrees', 'Essential Experience': '6 years after Ph.D. (at least 3 years as Asst. Professor with AGP Rs.8000/-) OR 9 years total experience (3 years after Ph.D., at least 3 years as Asst. Professor with AGP Rs.8000/-)', 'Cumulative Credit Points': '50'}
  • {'Post': 'Professor (Level 14A)', 'Essential Qualification': 'Ph.D. in relevant/equivalent discipline with First Class in preceding degrees', 'Essential Experience': '10 years after Ph.D. OR 13 years total experience (7 years after Ph.D.) with at least 3 years as Associate Professor with AGP Rs.9500/- or 4 years with AGP Rs.9000/-', 'Cumulative Credit Points': '80'}

Category Wise Vacancy

Post NameTotal
PostProfessor (Level 14A)

Salary / Pay Scale

Pay ScaleLevel 10 / Level 12 / Level 13A2 / Level 14A in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC

Selection Process

  • Selection will be made through a three-stage process. All eligibility conditions and shortlisting criteria are determined by the respective Academic Units in accordance with ACoFAR guidelines.
  • Stage 1 - Scrutiny and Shortlisting
  • Applications will be scrutinized and shortlisted by the respective Academic Units based on advertised criteria
  • qualifications
  • experience
  • research contributions
  • publications
  • and departmental requirements. The final shortlist will be published on the Institute website and shortlisted candidates will be invited via email only.
  • Stage 2 - Teaching & Research Seminar
  • Candidates shortlisted in Stage 1 will deliver a Teaching and Research Seminar before a committee approved by the Competent Authority at the respective Academic Units. Personal presence is mandatory for all applicants residing in India. The Stage 2 shortlist will be published on the Institute website.
  • Stage 3 - Personal Interview
  • Applicants shortlisted in Stage 2 will be invited via email only to appear for a personal interview before the duly constituted Selection Committee. Personal presence at the interview is mandatory for all applicants residing in India.

How To Apply

  • Candidates must apply through both the SAMARTH Portal at https://iiestsrec.samarth.edu.in and the Google Form at https://forms.gle/Mw6tKmTjTrP3Q3oW6. Applications submitted only through SAMARTH Portal or only through Google Form will not be considered.
  • Documents to be Uploaded at the time of Online Application:
  • Valid proof for Indian Citizenship / OCI.
  • Valid proof for Date of Birth (preferably 10th Certificate).
  • SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwD Certificate, if applicable.
  • 10th and 12th Class / Diploma mark sheets and certificates.
  • Bachelor's and Master's Degree semester-wise mark sheets and degree certificates.
  • Ph.D. Degree Certificate or proof of completion of viva voce with date.
  • Experience Certificates from previous employers, if any.
  • Endorsement from present employer / NOC, if applicable.
  • Application Fee receipt / Transaction Details.
  • Credit Point Verification Sheet (Annexure-2) with all supporting documents.
  • Any other documents in support of claims made in the application form.
  • After final submission through SAMARTH Portal, download the filled Application Form and compile all documents as a single PDF file in the prescribed order (as per Annexure-4) and submit through Google Form on or before 19-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm. The complete application with all supporting documents must also be produced in original at the time of Interview.
  • Apply Online at: https://iiestsrec.samarth.edu.in
  • For recruitment-related queries, candidates may contact: [email protected]. Queries through any other mode will not be entertained.

Important Instructions

  • Online applications through SAMARTH Portal are open from 20-05-2026 to 12-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm. Google Form submissions are accepted up to 19-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm. Both SAMARTH Portal and Google Form submissions are mandatory; applications with only one submission will be rejected. All eligibility conditions will be determined as on 12-06-2026. Candidates applying for more than one department/position must submit separate application forms for each. Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification of candidature. Incorrect information in the application may lead to cancellation or termination of candidature/appointment. Any dispute regarding the selection/recruitment process will be subject to Courts/Tribunals having jurisdiction over Kolkata. Appointment orders will be issued by IIEST Shibpur after completion of the selection process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Special Drive?

IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 is a special drive on mission mode to fill 16 backlog reserved faculty vacancies for SC, ST and OBC (NCL) categories under Advertisement No. RO/MY/26/14. It covers Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor (Grade I & Grade II) positions in various Academic Units of the Institute.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026?

A total of 16 backlog reserved faculty posts are notified: 4 Professor posts (Level 14A), 1 Associate Professor post (Level 13A2), and 11 Assistant Professor Grade I & Grade II posts (Level 10 / Level 12). All posts are reserved for SC, ST and OBC (NCL) candidates as per Government of India rules.

Q3. What are the important dates for IIEST Shibpur Faculty Special Drive 2026?

The notification is dated 20 May 2026 and the online application on the SAMARTH Portal is open from 20-05-2026 to 12-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm. Submission of the compiled application PDF through Google Form is allowed up to 19-06-2026 (11:55 pm), and eligibility is determined as on 12-06-2026.

Q4. For which posts can I apply under IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026?

The special drive includes four faculty levels: Professor – Level 14A Associate Professor – Level 13A2 Assistant Professor Grade I – Level 12 Assistant Professor Grade II – Level 10 The exact number of posts at each level and in each Academic Unit is given in the detailed notification.

Q5. What is the essential qualification for faculty posts at IIEST Shibpur in 2026?

The essential academic qualification for all faculty levels is a Ph.D. in the relevant/equivalent discipline from a recognized University/Institute with First Class in all preceding degrees (from Bachelor’s degree onwards). Candidates who obtained Ph.D. directly after B.E./B.Tech. are also eligible, provided they meet the First Class criteria.

Q6. What are the experience requirements for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor posts?

Assistant Professor Grade II (Level 10): Ph.D. with First Class in preceding degrees; no mandatory experience. Assistant Professor Grade I (Level 12): Ph.D. plus 3 years post-Ph.D. experience or 6 years total teaching/research experience in reputed institutes/R&D/industry with minimum 20 cumulative credit points. Associate Professor (Level 13A2): Ph.D. plus 6 years post-Ph.D. experience (at least 3 years as Assistant Professor with AGP ₹8000) or 9 years total experience with 50 cumulative credit

Q7. Who is eligible to apply category-wise for IIEST Shibpur Faculty Backlog Vacancies?

These posts are exclusively for Backlog Reserved Vacancies – only candidates belonging to SC, ST and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) categories can apply against the respective reserved posts. OBC reservation is only for Non-Creamy Layer candidates, and the OBC (NCL) certificate must be issued on or after 01 April 2026 in the prescribed Central Government format.

Q8. Is there any restriction for candidates who completed Ph.D. from IIEST Shibpur?

Yes. Candidates whose most recent degree (Ph.D.) is from IIEST Shibpur will not be considered unless there is a minimum gap of 3 years between leaving IIEST Shibpur and the last date of online application (12-06-2026). This is to promote academic mobility and avoid immediate in-house appointments.

About Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur Recruitment

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur ne IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 16 Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 16 Posts (Backlog Reserved) posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date 12-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm (SAMARTH Portal); 19-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm (Google Form) hai.

Application Online mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.