The official notification for IIT Goa Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 has been released by Indian Institute of Technology Goa. This recruitment drive aims to fill multiple vacancies for the post of Assistant Professor. Eligible candidates can apply through the prescribed application mode as per the schedule in the official notification. Below are complete details including eligibility criteria, application fee, selection process, salary, and how to apply.
IIT Goa Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Complete Overview
- Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Goa
- Post Name: Assistant Professors
- Advertisement No.: IIT Goa/Rect/FAC/SRD5/AP/26-01/Schools
- Application Mode: Online application
- Last Date to Apply: 31-03-2026
- Job Location: Goa, India
- Official Website: https://www.india.gov.in
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 10-03-2026
- Last Date to Apply: 31-03-2026
Vacancy Details
A total of Check official notification vacancies have been announced.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: PhD in the relevant discipline with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree and a very good academic record throughout.
- Age Limit: Maximum 35 years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates as per Government of India rules.
- Experience Required: Assistant Professor Grade I: Minimum of three years post-PhD teaching/research/professional experience with demonstrated strong research capability. Assistant Professor Grade II: Candidates not fulfil…
- Domicile: Indian Nationals (Including Persons of Indian Origins (PIOs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs)).
- • Excellent academic background
- • Commitment to top quality teaching
- • Proven credentials for carrying out outstanding research and development
- • Candidates should be for specializations as mentioned in Table I and Thrust Areas.
Application Fee
- General / Unreserved: 0
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 0
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 0
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 0
- Persons with Disability (PwD): 0
- Female Candidates: 0
Payment Modes: Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI (as applicable)
Salary & Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: Assistant Professor Grade-I: Pay Level -12, Cell -1 (Rs. 1,01,500/-) with Pay Matrix: 101500 – 167400. Assistant Professor Grade-II: Pay Level -10, Cell -14 (Rs. 84,700/-) OR Pay Level -11, Cell-10 (Rs. 89,900/-) OR Pay Level -11, Cell -11 (Rs. 92,600/-), depending on post-PhD experience.
Selection Process
- Stage 1: Shortlisting based on qualification, experience, research and publication records, and departmental requirements
- Stage 2: Interview
Interview Details
Travel support (economy airfare by shortest route within India) and Institute Guest House facilities free of charge will be provided for candidates appearing for the interview.
Documents Required
- Curriculum Vitae (including Academic Background, Work Experience, Courses Taught, Thesis / Project Supervision, Research Grants, Facilities Established, Administrative Experience, Awards and Recognitions, Reviewer Experience, List of Referees, List of Patents, List of Publications)
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement
- Valid SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS Certificate (issued by Competent Authority in GoI prescribed format)
- Forwarding letter / No Objection Certificate (NOC) (for Govt/Semi-Govt employees, if applicable)
How to Apply
- Step 1: Submit applications through the online faculty recruitment portal.
- Step 2: Click on the provided ‘apply online’ link for this recruitment drive.
- Step 3: Create a login account using your email address as the login name.
- Step 4: Login to start your application.
- Step 5: Click on ‘Start new application’ or ‘Resume draft application’ if applicable.
- Step 6: Choose at least one specialization as per Table I on page 2.
- Step 7: Fill all mandatory fields in the application form.
- Step 8: Upload the required documents, adhering to maximum size limits.
- Step 9: Save your current draft before logging out if completing partially.
- Step 10: Preview your application and edit if necessary using BACK/NEXT buttons.
- Step 11: SUBMIT your application once complete (cannot be edited after submission).
- Step 12: Receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt of the application.
- Step 13: Note: A single application is valid for only one School/Thrust Area; for applying to different Schools/Thrust Areas, submit separate applications.
Important Instructions
- Degrees obtained by the candidate should have been awarded by a recognized University / Institute.
- Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) applicants belonging to SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS are encouraged to apply.
- The Institute strives to have a workforce which reflects gender balance, and women applicants are also encouraged to apply.
- Any dispute with regard to the selection / recruitment process will be subject to Courts / Tribunals having jurisdiction over Goa.
- IIT Goa bears no obligation to send any information to applicants who are not short-listed for an interview.
- Applicants who have applied in the past, may reapply if they wish.
Download Official Notification PDF
Important Links
- Apply Online: Online faculty recruitment portal (link provided in the advertisement)
- Official Website: https://www.india.gov.in
- Download Notification: Download PDF
About IIT Goa
This recruitment is conducted by a government organization under the Government of India, ensuring transparent and fair selection processes as per constitutional provisions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Goa Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 31-03-2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available for Assistant Professor?
Vacancy details will be updated soon. Please refer to the official notification.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
PhD in the relevant discipline with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree and a very good academic record throughout.
Q4. What is the application fee for General category?
0
Q5. What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on qualification, experience, research and publication records, and departmental requirements → Interview
Q6. What is the salary for this post?
Assistant Professor Grade-I: Pay Level -12, Cell -1 (Rs. 1,01,500/-) with Pay Matrix: 101500 – 167400. Assistant Professor Grade-II: Pay Level -10, Cell -14 (Rs. 84,700/-) OR Pay Level -11, Cell-10 (Rs. 89,900/-) OR Pay Level -11, Cell -11 (Rs. 92,600/-), depending on post-PhD experience.