The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, one of the premier engineering and research institutions in the country, has announced a recruitment for Assistant Professor posts across its academic departments. The drive covers Assistant Professor Grade I and Grade II positions, with fresh Ph.D. holders initially appointed on a contract basis and the possibility of regularization later. The notification, issued under advertisement number 2026-001, relates to a special recruitment drive of the institute in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
IIT Kanpur Recruitment 2026 - Assistant Professor Posts
Posted 28 Sept 2026Updated 28 Sept 20262026-001
Total Vacancies
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Last Date
31 Oct
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Last date 31 Oct 2026 · 13 days left
- Notification18 Sept
- Applications Opentill 31 Oct
About IIT Kanpur Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
- Advertisement No.
- 2026-001
- Post Name
- Assistant Professor Grade I and Assistant Professor Grade II (Contract)
- Job Location
- Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- For a fresh Ph.D., the position is on contract for the first three years and can be regularized afterwards
Vacancy Breakdown
Assistant Professor Grade I
Assistant Professor Grade II (Contract)
Total0
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade I | |
| Assistant Professor Grade II (Contract) | |
| Grand Total | 0 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Assistant Professor Grade I
- Qualification
- Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch, with a very good academic record in all preceding degrees
- Experience
- Regular appointment can be made for candidates with three or more years of post-PhD teaching, research or industrial experience
Assistant Professor Grade II (Contract)
- Qualification
- Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch, with a very good academic record in all preceding degrees
- Experience
- For a fresh Ph.D., the position is on contract for the first three years and can be regularized afterwards
Salary Structure
Assistant Professor Grade I
Pay: Pay Level 12, Rs. 1,01,500 - 1,67,400
Assistant Professor Grade II (Contract)
Pay: Pay Level 11, Rs. 89,900 - 1,17,200 and Pay Level 10, Rs. 89,800 - 98,200
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade I | Pay Level 12, Rs. 1,01,500 - 1,67,400 |
| Assistant Professor Grade II (Contract) | Pay Level 11, Rs. 89,900 - 1,17,200 and Pay Level 10, Rs. 89,800 - 98,200 |
How to Apply
- 1Submit the application online on or before 31-10-2026
- 2Open the Apply Online link or visit the official IIT Kanpur website to start the application
- 3Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details
- 4Upload the photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format
- 5Pay the application fee online, if applicable
- 6Review all details carefully before submitting the form
- 7Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Photograph
•Signature and certificates in the prescribed format
Important Details
- For a fresh Ph.D., the appointment is on contract for the first three years and can be regularized afterwards.
- Candidates with three or more years of post-PhD teaching, research or industrial experience can be considered for regular appointment.
- No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can fresh Ph.D. holders apply for the Assistant Professor posts?
Yes. For a fresh Ph.D., the position is on contract for the first three years and can be regularized afterwards.
Can candidates with industrial experience apply?
Yes. Candidates with three or more years of post-PhD teaching, research or industrial experience can be considered for a regular appointment.
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