IIT Dharwad Inventory Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad (IIT Dharwad) has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for 1 post of Inventory Manager [on contract] in its Materials Management Division/Stores. The engagement is initially for one year. Non-retired applicants are offered ₹ 40,000 to 65,000 per month consolidated, and retired employees are paid as per Ministry of Finance OMs. A Bachelor's Degree and at least 10 years of Materials Management Division/Stores experience are required. Applications are accepted only online at the Institute website until 27 November 2026, up to 23:59 Hrs.

IIT Dharwad Inventory Manager [on contract] at a Glance

About IIT Dharwad

IIT Dharwad is an Institute of National Importance established by an Act of Parliament in 2016, with its address at Chikkamalligawad, Dharwad, Karnataka – 580 011. In this notice the Institute says it is looking for experienced staff who can contribute significantly to the Materials Management Division/Stores related work of the Institute.

Who Can Apply

Only eligible Indian citizens may apply. Age, qualification and experience are considered as on the last date of closing of the online interface.

Essential Qualification

Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university. The qualification has to be from a recognized University/Institute.

Essential Experience

• For retired employees: retired from Central Government/State Government/Central Autonomous Bodies/State Autonomous Bodies/PSU.
• For retired employees: at least 10 years of experience in Materials Management Division/Stores, out of which 5 years on a post with a Pay Level - 6 (7th CPC) or equivalent.
• For others: at least 10 years of experience in Materials Management Division/Stores, out of which 5 years on a supervisory level.

Age Limit

Not more than 65 years as on the date of closing of the application. The notice prints no minimum age and no age relaxation.

The qualification and experience listed are a bare minimum. Meeting them does not entitle an applicant to be called for test(s) and/or personal interview. Applicants should therefore give details of all qualifications and experience held in the relevant field above the minimum, with documentary evidence.

Pay and Tenure

The contract engagement is initially for one year and may be renewed subject to the satisfaction of the Competent Authority. The position is purely on a contract basis. Completion of the contract does not confer any right to extension, regularization or permanency at the Institute. The selected applicant has no claim on any regular position and is not given privileges such as Housing, Medical Facility and other benefits available to regular employees of the Institute. The notice lists the terms and conditions as "As per applicability".

How to Apply for IIT Dharwad Inventory Manager [on contract]

1. Apply only through the online process. The online application form and detailed instructions are on the Institute website, https://www.iitdh.ac.in/staff-recruitment.
2. Submit the application by 27 November 2026, up to 23:59 Hrs.
3. Pay the application fee of ₹ 200/- (Rupees Two hundred only), including GST, through the State Bank e-pay facility. The link is available in the online application. No other mode of payment is accepted, and payment in any other form stands forfeited.
4. Upload the supporting certificates and documents listed below on the online portal.
5. After fee payment and submission, a confirmation email is sent to the registered email ID.
6. Do not send a hard copy of the online application form; it is not required.

For queries about submitting the online application, applicants may email [email protected]. Queries on eligibility for the post or interpretation of rules are not entertained.

Documents Named in the Notice

• Original scanned copies of certificate(s)/document(s)/mark sheets of all semesters/years, in support of the claim on qualification (matriculation onwards), experience, date of birth, caste, category and so on.
• Proof of pay drawn at the time of retirement, or a copy of the PPO, wherever applicable.
• Experience certificate on the organization's letter head, bearing the date of issue, specific period of work, nature of duty, designation and pay drawn for each position, duly certified by the concerned issuing authority.
• Original certificates and self-attested copies, to be produced at the time of the selection process and while joining.

Selection and Interview

The selection procedure is Test/Presentation/Interview/Any other mode as decided by the Institute (or) Selection Committee. The notice gives no dates, venue or pattern for it.

If many applications are received, the Institute may restrict the number of applicants called for test(s) and/or personal interview to a reasonable limit. This is done on the basis of academic performance and/or qualification and/or experience higher than the minimum prescribed. Call letters and other communication are sent by email, so a correct and active email ID is needed in the application. No TA/DA is paid for attending the selection process.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Incomplete application forms, or those without copies of all relevant certificates/documents, are liable to be summarily rejected.
• All details furnished in the online application are treated as final and no changes are entertained. The correctness of entries is entirely the applicant's responsibility.
• Appointment of selected applicants is subject to being found medically fit as per the requirements of the Institute.
• Selected applicants are expected to work six days in a week and/or as decided by the Competent Authority.
• Selected applicants may be assigned any duty within or outside the Institute, and may be assigned or transferred to any other position/office/department as the Institute requires, without reasons.
• The Institute verifies antecedents and documents at appointment or during service. Fake documents or suppressed antecedents lead to immediate termination and possible legal action.
• Canvassing in any form, or bringing in political or other influence, is a disqualification for the post.
• Any corrigendum or addendum is published only on the Institute's website.
• Any legal dispute arising out of the advertisement may be challenged in the High Court of Dharwad.

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