National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) Faculty Positions Notification 2026 has been released on 23 March 2026 on the official website www.nitrkl.ac.in . A total of 86 vacancies have been announced through the NIT Rourkela Faculty Recruitment 2026.
Candidates as per institute norms (generally below 60 years) who have Ph.D. in relevant discipline along with required academic qualifications are eligible to apply for these Faculty positions. The online application process for NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026 has started on 23 March 2026 and will remain open until 22 April 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | National Institute of Technology Rourkela |
| Post Name | Faculty Positions |
| No of Posts | 86 |
| Advt No | NITR/ES/02/2026 |
| Salary | As per 7th CPC, with additional allowances and incentives. |
| Qualification | Ph.D. in relevant branch/discipline for most positions. Specific qualifications vary by department and post level. |
| Age Limit | Fresh appointment beyond 60 years discouraged, except for exceptional cases. |
| Last Date | 22 April 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Full Time |
NIT Rourkela Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the NIT Rourkela Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download NIT Rourkela Job 2026 Notification PDF
NIT Rourkela Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Assistant Professor Grade II | 74 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | 3 |
| Associate Professor | 6 |
| Professor | 3 |
| Total | 86 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Engineering Departments: First Class in B.Tech./B.E. with Ph.D. in relevant branch/discipline.
- Industrial Design: First Class in B.Tech./B.E./B.Des. with Ph.D. in relevant branch/discipline.
- Planning and Architecture: (i) First Class in B.Arch. and M.Arch./ M.Plan. or equivalent for Assistant Professor Grade II. (ii) First Class in B.Arch. and M.Arch./ M.Plan. or equivalent with Ph.D. in relevant branch/ discipline for Assistant Professor Grade I and higher position.
- Science Departments: First Class in Masters' Degree with Ph.D. in relevant branch/discipline.
- Humanities and Social Sciences: First Class in Masters' Degree with Ph.D. in relevant branch/discipline.
- School of Management: First Class in MBA/M.Tech./M.Sc./LLM or equivalent with Ph.D. in relevant branch/discipline.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| For UR/OBC/EWS Candidates | ₹1500 |
| For SC/ST/PWD Candidates | ₹750 |
| Indian National applying from abroad | ₹3000 |
Age Limit
- Fresh appointment beyond 60 years is discouraged, except for exceptional cases.
Salary / Stipend
- As per 7th CPC, with additional allowances and incentives.
NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Opening of online application portal | 23 March 2026 |
| Closing of online application portal | 22 April 2026 |
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications
- Presentation
- Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the NIT Rourkela Various Posts Recruitment 2026.
- Applications must be submitted online on or before 22-04-2026.
- To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of NIT Rourkela 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.
NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
