National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NIT Karnataka) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Civil Engineer Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NIT Karnataka website. The last date to submit the application form is 02-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NIT Karnataka Civil Engineer Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
NIT Karnataka Civil Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview
NITK Surathkal Civil Engineer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Diploma or B.E/B.Tech. in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a reputed University or Institute, with a minimum of 60% marks or CGPA of 6.5 (10 point scale).
- Experience (Essential): At least 3 years of work experience after Diploma or 1 year of experience after Degree.
- Desirable Experience: Work experience in handling work at the State / Central Government agencies.
- Desirable Knowledge: Knowledge about SR and State PWD SR is preferable.
- Other Skills (Desirable): Fluency in Computer Aided Design (like AUTOCAD, etc.) and word processing software.
Salary/Stipend
- Remuneration: ₹40,000 per month consolidated at the start of the appointment.
- Consolidated monthly emoluments of ₹40,000/- will be paid.
- No other perks, allowances, medical benefits, insurance, or Institute accommodation shall be applicable; however, request for accommodation may be considered on a temporary basis subject to availability.
Age Limit
- Applicant age not exceeding 50 years as on the date of interview.
Important Dates
Selection Process
- The eligible applicants will be considered for the Interview.
- The selection shall be made in accordance with the provisions contained in GFR 2017 under Rules 177 to 196 and Chapter 7 - Selection of Individual Consultant / Service Provider (para 7.1 and 7.2) and Chapter 6 (para 6.5) of the Manual for Procurement for Consultancy and Other Services 2017.
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the notification.
- The Test/Interview (if any) will be conducted at the Institute premises (Surathkal, Mangalore), in physical mode.
General Information/Instructions
- The engagement will be on contract basis only.
- The contract will be initially for a period of one year, extendable annually based on the performance review and the Institute requirements, for a maximum period of 3 years.
- The appointment of the engineer will be on full-time basis and he/she will remain present in office during office working hours and also as and when required.
- Paid leave of absence shall be allowed at the rate of 1.5 days for each completed month of service.
- During the period of engagement with NITK, the engineer would be subject to the provisions of Indian Official Secret Act, 1923 and will not divulge any information gathered during the period of his/her assignment to anyone who is not authorized to know the same.
- The applicant will be responsible for the authenticity of submitted information, other documents, and photographs. Furnishing any false information and/or suppression/concealment of facts shall lead to rejection/cancellation of selection/recruitment.
- Candidates have to carry all originals with a self-attested photocopy at the time of the selection process.
- The selected candidate should be prepared to join duty within the time granted.
- The selected candidates will have to produce a medical fitness certificate from a Government Hospital prior to joining.
- Any canvassing by or on behalf of the candidates or to bring political or other outside influence with regard to their selection/recruitment shall result in the disqualification of candidature.
- No correspondence/interim/personal inquiries will be entertained from the candidates in connection with the process of selection/interview.
- The Institute reserves the right to fill or not to fill the positions.
- The Institute has the right to cancel this advertisement without giving any notice at any time.
- The decision of NITK, Surathkal, in all matters related to this recruitment drive will be final and binding on all the candidates.
- No TA/DA will be paid to attend the Interview.
- The appointment is purely on a contract basis. The candidate will have no right to claim any permanent appointment against the regular vacancies in this Institution, based on this contract appointment.
- Any dispute regarding the selection/recruitment process will be subject to the Court/Tribunal having jurisdiction over Mangalore.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates have to fill up the application form and submit the duly signed application along with the self-attested copies of the required documents at the time of Registration.
- It is preferred that the interested candidates email their willingness to attend the interview along with a biodata on or before 02-02-2026 to the email id: [email protected] with the subject “Engineer (on contract)”.
- Candidates must submit detailed biodata at the time of Registration.
- Candidates must produce Diploma/Degree certificates and all mark sheets of the qualifying examination (originals and one set of copies).
- Candidates must submit experience certificates issued by Competent Authorities and any other relevant certificates/testimonials.
- Candidates must produce Date of Birth proof (Aadhar card/PAN Card/Voter ID/Birth Certificate, etc.).
- Candidates must provide Address Proof.
- Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/EWS and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) must produce valid certificates as per Government of India norms; in case of OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates, the latest certificates issued on or after 01.04.2025 are essential.
- Transgender candidates are required to attach certificate/identity proof issued by Government/Competent Authority.
- Registration on the day of interview will be from 9.00 AM to 10.00 AM at the Main Seminar Hall, Main Building, NITK Surathkal.
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