Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad — Assistant Professor
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Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad (IIT Palakkad) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Professor Positions Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IIT Palakkad website. The last date to submit the application form is 09-04-2026.
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Company Name Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad Post Name Assistant Professor Advt No IITPKD/R/F/01/2026 Salary 7th Central Pay Commission Levels 10, 11, 12, 13A2 Qualification B.E./ B.Tech. degree in Metallurgical Engineering or related streams, and Ph.D. in Metallurgy/Materials or relevant area. Experience requirements vary by position. Age Limit Associate Professor: Preferably less than 45 years. Assistant Professor: Preferably less than 35, but not exceeding 40 years. Last Date 09-04-2026 Apply Mode Online Job Type Regular
Candidates who are interested in applying for the IIT Palakkad Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download IIT Palakkad Job 2026 Notification PDF
Assistant Professor Gr II: B.E./ B.Tech. degree in Metallurgical Engineering/ Metallurgical & Materials Engineering/ Materials & Metallurgical Engineering/ Metallurgical Engineering & Materials Science/ Materials Science & Engineering/ Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Engineering Ph.D. in the Metallurgy / Materials / relevant area of research, with first class or equivalent at the preceding (penultimate) degree Less than three years (post Ph.D.) industrial / research / teaching experience Assistant Professor Gr I: B.E./ B.Tech. degree in Metallurgical Engineering/ Metallurgical & Materials Engineering/ Materials & Metallurgical Engineering/ Metallurgical Engineering & Materials Science/ Materials Science & Engineering/ Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Engineering Ph.D. in the Metallurgy / Materials / relevant area of research, with first class or equivalent at the preceding (penultimate) degree At least three years (post Ph.D.) industrial / research / teaching experience Associate Professor: B.E./ B.Tech. degree in Metallurgical Engineering/ Metallurgical & Materials Engineering/ Materials & Metallurgical Engineering/ Metallurgical Engineering & Materials Science/ Materials Science & Engineering/ Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Engineering Ph.D. in the Metallurgy / Materials / relevant area of research, with first class or equivalent at the preceding (penultimate) degree At least 6 years industrial / research / teaching experience (post Ph.D.) of which at least three years should be at the level of Assistant Professor Gr. I (Pay Level 12 in 7th CPC) or equivalent. Proven track record of research student guidance, research publications in peer-reviewed journals/conferences, and sponsored research/consultancy projects.
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Category Fee All No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Assistant Professor: Preferably less than 35 years, but not exceeding 40 years. Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India norms for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwD, and 3 years for women. Associate Professor: Preferably less than 45 years. Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India norms for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwD, and 3 years for women.
Assistant Professor Gr II: Level 10 (Rs. 57,700- Rs. 98,200) and Level 11 (Rs. 68,900 - Rs. 1,17,200) Assistant Professor Gr I: Level 12 (Rs.1,01,500 -Rs.1,67,400) Associate Professor: Level 13A2 (Rs.1,39,600.00 - Rs.2,11,300.00)
Event Date Advertisement Date 10 March 2026 Last Date to Apply 09 April 2026
Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience Interview
Applications must be submitted online on or before 09-04-2026. To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section. Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of IIT Palakkad to complete the application. Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details. Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format. Pay the application fee online, if applicable. Review all details carefully before submitting the form. Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
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Ph.D. in the Metallurgy / Materials / relevant area of research, with first class or equivalent at the preceding (penultimate) degree
At least 6 years industrial / research / teaching experience (post Ph.D.) of which at least three years should be at the level of Assistant Professor Gr. I (Pay Level 12 in 7th CPC) or equivalent.
Proven track record of research student guidance, research publications in peer-reviewed journals/conferences, and sponsored research/consultancy projects.
Assistant Professor: Preferably less than 35 years, but not exceeding 40 years. Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India norms for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwD, and 3 years for women.
Associate Professor: Preferably less than 45 years. Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India norms for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwD, and 3 years for women.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: Maximum Age: Associate Professor: Preferably less than 45 years. Assistant Professor: Preferably less than 35, but not exceeding 40 years.
Application Form Fees
Category
Fee
All
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience
Interview
Form Apply Process
Applications must be submitted online on or before 09-04-2026.
To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of IIT Palakkad to complete the application.
Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Salary Details
Assistant Professor Gr II: Level 10 (Rs. 57,700- Rs. 98,200) and Level 11 (Rs. 68,900 - Rs. 1,17,200)
Assistant Professor Gr I: Level 12 (Rs.1,01,500 -Rs.1,67,400)
