Published: 10:11 am | 27 March 2026
National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has released the official notification for Faculty Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. NITR/ES/02/2026. A total of 86 faculty vacancies are available for various posts.
The online application process started on 23 March 2026, and candidates can apply until 22 April 2026 (5:00 PM IST).
National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 86 Professor & Assistant Professor Posts
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📅 Important DatesApplication Start Date: 23 March 2026 Last Date to Apply: 22 April 2026 (5:00 PM IST) Shortlisting: As per schedule Interview (PI): As per schedule | 💰 Application FeeGEN / OBC / EWS: ₹1500/- SC / ST / PWD: ₹750/- Indian Nationals (Abroad): ₹3000/- Payment Mode: Online only (Non-refundable) |
🎯 Age Limit (As on 22 April 2026)Fresh appointment beyond 60 years is generally discouraged. Note: Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India rules. | 📌 Total VacancyTotal Posts: 86 |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Assistant Professor Grade II | 74 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | 06 |
| Associate Professor | 03 |
| Professor | 03 |
🎓 Educational Qualification
Assistant Professor Grade II
- Engineering: First Class B.Tech / B.E + Ph.D.
- Industrial Design: B.Tech / B.E / B.Des + Ph.D.
- Architecture & Planning: B.Arch + M.Arch / M.Plan
- Science / Humanities: Master’s Degree + Ph.D.
- Management: MBA / M.Tech / M.Sc / LLM + Ph.D.
Assistant Professor Grade I
- Same as Grade II
- Ph.D. mandatory for all disciplines
- Experience as per NIT norms
Associate Professor
- First Class in preceding degree
- Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Post-Ph.D. experience required
Professor
- First Class in preceding degree
- Ph.D. in relevant field
- Significant post-Ph.D. experience
- Strong research publications
🏆 Mode of Selection
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📝 How To Apply For NIT Rourkela Faculty Online Form 2026
| Step 1: Visit the official website of NIT Rourkela. Step 2: Go to the Faculty Recruitment 2026 section. Step 3: Click on Apply Online under Advertisement No. NITR/ES/02/2026. Step 4: Register and fill out the application form. Step 5: Upload required documents. Step 6: Pay the application fee online. Step 7: Submit the form before 22 April 2026 (5:00 PM). Note: Government/PSU candidates must submit NOC at the time of interview. |
🔗 Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
| Q1. How many vacancies are available in NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026? Ans: There are 86 faculty posts available. Q2. What is the last date to apply? Q3. What is the qualification required? Q4. Is experience required? Q5. What is the selection process? |