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NIT Karnataka Faculty Recruitment 2026 - 84 Posts

National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK Surathkal) — Ministry of Education
📋 84 Vacancies 💰 Pay Level 10 to Pay Level 14A as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix 📍 Karnataka 👁️ 36 views
Apply Online → 📄 Official Notification

📅 Important Dates

Application Start Date 04 May 2026
Application End Date 02 Jun 2026
Exam Date —

📋 Vacancy & Pay Details

Total Vacancies 84
Category-wise Vacancies

NITK Surathkal has notified 84 faculty vacancies across the following posts and departments:

  • Assistant Professor Grade II (Level 10) - Majority of posts
  • Assistant Professor Grade I (Level 12) - Selected departments
  • Associate Professor (Level 13A2) - Limited posts
  • Professor (Level 14A) - 1 post

Departments include: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics and Communication (E&C), Information Technology (IT), Mathematical and Computational Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Mining Engineering, Physics, and Humanities and Social Sciences. Category-wise vacancy breakup is available in the official NITK notification.
Pay Scale Pay Level 10 to Pay Level 14A as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Pay Grade / Level Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor
Location Karnataka
Department National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK Surathkal)
Ministry Ministry of Education

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have completed a Master's degree (M.E, M.Tech, M.Phil, or equivalent) or a Ph.D in the relevant discipline from a recognised university. A first class with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale is required in both UG and PG programmes. Ph.D degree holders in the relevant area are strongly preferred for all faculty positions. Candidates in their final year of Ph.D may also be considered, subject to completion before joining.
Age Relaxation

No upper age limit has been specified for fresh faculty appointments at NITK Surathkal. Distinguished candidates above 60 years of age with outstanding academic records are also encouraged to apply as per the official notification guidelines. Age relaxation for SC/ST/PwD and other categories will be as per Government of India norms applicable to Central Government institutions.
Experience <p>Research and teaching experience is preferred for all posts. For the posts of Associate Professor and Professor, a minimum number of research publications in recognised journals is mandatory. Specific experience requirements for each post are detailed in the official notification available on the NITK website.</p>
Nationality Indian

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC ₹2,500
SC / ST / PH ₹1,250
Payment Mode Online - NEFT / RTGS / Net Banking (as per official instructions)

🏆 Selection Process

  1. Online Application Screening: Applications are reviewed for eligibility, academic qualifications, and research output
  2. Expert Committee Review: Eligible applications are evaluated by subject-specific expert committees comprising senior faculty and external members
  3. Presentation and Interview: Shortlisted candidates are invited for a seminar/research presentation followed by a structured panel interview at NITK Surathkal campus
  4. Document Verification and Medical: Final candidates undergo document verification and a pre-joining medical checkup

📝 How to Apply

  1. Visit the NITK Surathkal official recruitment portal at recruit.nitk.ac.in
  2. Register with your email ID and create a password for the application system
  3. Fill in the detailed application form covering personal details, educational qualifications, research publications, teaching experience, and other relevant information
  4. Upload all required documents including photograph, signature, certificates, and research/publications list in the specified file format
  5. Pay the application fee of Rs. 2,500 (General/OBC/EWS) or Rs. 1,250 (SC/ST/PwD) via NEFT, RTGS, or Online Net Banking as specified in the notification
  6. Submit the completed application before June 2, 2026 (11:59 PM IST)
  7. Take a printout of the final submitted application form for your records

📁 Required Documents

  • Recent passport-size photograph in the specified digital format
  • Scanned signature
  • Class X Marksheet and Certificate
  • Class XII Marksheet and Certificate
  • UG degree (B.Tech/B.E/B.Sc) Marksheets and Degree Certificate
  • PG degree (M.Tech/M.E/M.Sc/M.Phil) Marksheets and Degree Certificate
  • Ph.D degree certificate or enrollment letter with expected completion date
  • List of research publications with journal names, impact factor, and publication year
  • Teaching and research experience certificates from previous institutions
  • Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates)
  • PwD Certificate from recognised medical board (if applicable)
  • NOC from current employer (if serving in a Government or aided institution)

📊 Exam Pattern

NITK Surathkal does not conduct a written examination for faculty recruitment. The selection process is academic and research-focused:

  • Shortlisting: Applications are evaluated based on academic credentials, research publications, teaching experience, and overall profile
  • Research Seminar: Shortlisted candidates are required to deliver a research seminar or demonstration lecture at NITK campus
  • Panel Interview: A structured interview by an Expert Selection Committee evaluating domain knowledge, research vision, and teaching aptitude

Final selection is based on overall academic profile, interview performance, and research contributions.

🔗 Important Links

Apply Online Apply Now →
Official Notification 📄 Download PDF
Official Website 🌐 https://www.nitk.ac.in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The online application portal for NITK Surathkal Faculty Recruitment 2026 closes on June 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM IST. Applications opened on May 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM IST. Candidates should complete and submit their application well before the closing date.

NIT Karnataka (NITK Surathkal) has announced 84 faculty vacancies including positions of Assistant Professor Grade II, Assistant Professor Grade I, Associate Professor, and Professor across 13 departments including CSE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, and more.

Faculty pay follows the 7th CPC Pay Matrix: Assistant Professor Grade II is at Pay Level 10, Assistant Professor Grade I at Pay Level 12, Associate Professor at Pay Level 13A2, and Professor at Pay Level 14A. In addition, faculty receive Academic Grade Pay (AGP) and other allowances.

The application fee is Rs. 2,500 (plus GST) for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwD candidates are required to pay Rs. 1,250 (plus GST). Payment must be done online through NEFT, RTGS, or Net Banking as instructed in the notification.

A Ph.D degree is strongly preferred for all faculty positions at NITK Surathkal. Candidates in the final stage of their Ph.D may also be considered. A minimum of 60% or 6.5 CGPA in UG and PG programmes is required along with a first class academic record throughout.

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Post Name
NIT Karnataka Faculty Recruitment 2026 - 84 Posts
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Last Date
02 Jun 2026
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Pay Level 10 to Pay Level 14A as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
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