IIT Kharagpur Special Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has officially released the IIT Kharagpur Special Recruitment Drive 2026 notification for faculty appointments. This recruitment is exclusively conducted for eligible Indian nationals belonging to SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD categories. Applications are invited online for the posts of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across multiple academic units.
The online application process commenced on 1st January 2026 through the institute’s official ERP portal and will remain open till 31st January 2026.
Overview Table – IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur |
| Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | As per official notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | As per official notification |
| Salary / Pay Level | As per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Official Website | www.iitkgp.ac.in |
Important Dates – IIT Kharagpur Faculty Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 1st January 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 1st January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31st January 2026 |
Application Fee
Category-wise application fee details are As per official notification.
Age Limit – IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | Preferably below 35 years |
Age Relaxation:
Age relaxation for SC / ST / OBC / PwD candidates is applicable as per Government of India norms.
Eligibility Criteria – IIT Kharagpur Faculty Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
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Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor:
Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the relevant discipline. -
Law (RGSOIPL):
Ph.D. with first class in LLM after LLB.
Experience Requirements
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Professor: Minimum 10 years’ experience, including at least 4 years as Associate Professor in IITs/IISc or equivalent institutions.
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Associate Professor: Minimum 6 years’ experience, including at least 3 years as Assistant Professor.
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Assistant Professor Grade I: Minimum 3 years’ experience (excluding Ph.D. tenure).
Vacancy Details – IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Professor | As per official notification |
| Associate Professor | As per official notification |
| Assistant Professor | As per official notification |
This is a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD categories across various Departments, Centres, and Schools.
Selection Process – IIT Kharagpur Faculty Recruitment 2026
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Shortlisting based on academic record, research contributions, publications, and video submissions
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Interaction with the concerned Department / Centre / School
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Final Interview
Salary / Pay Scale – IIT Kharagpur Faculty Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Level | Basic Pay (₹) | Approx. Gross Emoluments (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | Level-14A | 1,59,100 | 2,57,066 |
| Associate Professor | Level-13A2 | 1,39,600 | 2,26,256 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | Level-12 | 1,01,500 | 1,66,058 |
How to Apply Online – IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026
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Visit the official IIT Kharagpur ERP portal: http://www.iitkgp.ac.in/
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Register as a new user using valid email ID and mobile number
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Login with generated credentials
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Fill in academic, research, and professional details carefully
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Upload required documents in PDF format
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Provide links to three mandatory 5-minute videos:
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Current research presentation
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Future research plan
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Teaching demonstration
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Review the application form and submit it online
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No hard copy submission is required
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Required Documents
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Ph.D. and degree certificates
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Experience certificates
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Caste / category certificate (if applicable)
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Age proof
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Research publications and patents details
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Video presentation links
Important Links – IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 31st January 2026.
Q2. Which posts are available under IIT Kharagpur Special Recruitment Drive 2026?
Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts are available.
Q3. Who can apply for IIT Kharagpur Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Indian nationals belonging to SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD categories.
Q4. Is Ph.D. mandatory for IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026?
Yes, a Ph.D. with first class at the preceding degree is mandatory.
Q5. Is there any age relaxation in IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026?
Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms.
Q6. Are video presentations compulsory for IIT Kharagpur Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Yes, submission of three separate 5-minute video links is mandatory.
Disclaimer
Details provided above are for reference purposes only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before applying.
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