Golden opportunity to become a professor at a premier institution
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has opened up great opportunities for qualified candidates looking to build a career in higher education. The institute has invited applications to fill vacant positions of assistant professors. This special recruitment drive is primarily targeted at candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and Persons with Disabilities (PD) categories. Aspirants can apply online through the official portal of the institute.
The online application process must be completed by October 30 up to 5 PM. Candidates should note that no physical hard copies of the application form need to be sent via post. Joining such a prestigious technical institution allows academics to work in a world-class research environment, contributing significantly to both teaching and technological advancements in the country.
Departments, Schools, and Centers offering positions
The recruitment drive spans across a wide variety of departments and specialized centers at IIT Roorkee. Core engineering disciplines, sciences, humanities, management, and modern interdisciplinary centers like the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence are included in this recruitment cycle. Candidates can apply to multiple departments depending on their specialization and research interests.
Specialized fields such as Earthquake Engineering, Nanotechnology, Sustainable Energy, Photonics, and Space Science are also welcoming fresh faculty minds. This extensive coverage ensures that top-tier researchers across diverse disciplines find suitable pathways to contribute to the institute's academic legacy.
Salary structure and academic grades
The appointments will be made under two distinct academic grades. Grade-1 positions come with Academic Pay Level-12, offering a monthly basic salary ranging from Rs. 1,01,500 to Rs. 1,67,400. Grade-2 positions are categorized under Academic Pay Level-10, with salaries ranging from Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 98,200, featuring an initial basic pay fixation starting at Rs. 89,800.
In addition to basic pay, selected faculty members will receive standard central government allowances including dearness allowance, house rent allowance, and medical benefits, ensuring a secure and financially stable career in academia.
Perks, allowances, and research grants
Newly appointed regular assistant professors will enjoy several attractive perks, including a monthly fellowship of Rs. 30,000 for the first three years. Relocation expenses up to Rs. 1 lakh within India and up to Rs. 1.5 lakhs for candidates coming from abroad are also covered. Professional development allowances, laptop grants, and startup research grants of up to Rs. 20 lakhs are provided to facilitate smooth integration and advanced research work.
