The Indian Institute of Information Technology Sonepat (IIIT Sonepat) is inviting applications for 7 faculty positions including Associate Professor and Assistant Professor. The last date to apply online is 21 November 2026.
IIIT Sonepat Associate Professor Recruitment 2026: 7 Posts, Apply Online: Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Information Technology Sonepat (IIIT Sonepat) |
| Post Name | Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Grade I, Assistant Professor Grade II (On contract) |
| Advt No | IIITS/Estt./Rect./2026/04 |
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Sonepat, Haryana |
| Official Website | nrai.in |
Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Start Date for Online Application | 22 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 21 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 1 December 2026 |
Application Fee
The application processing fee varies by category and must be paid online.
| Category | Application Processing Fee |
| General, OBC, and EWS candidates | Rs. 2,000/- |
| SC and ST candidates | Rs. 1,000/- |
| Women candidates and PwBD candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
| Candidates applying from abroad (General, OBC, EWS) | Rs. 5,000/- |
| Candidates applying from abroad (SC, ST) | Rs. 2,500/- |
Age Limit
Fresh appointments beyond the age of 60 years are discouraged except for faculty with an exceptionally brilliant research career.
| Age Limit | Not specified |
Vacancy Details
A total of 7 tentative vacancies are available across various departments and posts.
| Name of Post | Department/Discipline | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Total |
| Associate Professor | Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) / Information Technology (IT) / CSE (DSA) / CSE (AI) | Pay Level 13A2 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor Grade II (On contract) / Assistant Professor Grade I | Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) / Information Technology (IT) / CSE (DSA) / CSE (AI) | Pay Level 10, Pay Level 11 & Pay Level 12 | 3 |
| Assistant Professor Grade II (On contract) | Electronics and Communication Engineering | Pay Level 10 | 2 |
| Assistant Professor Grade II (On contract) | Mathematics | Pay Level 10 | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in the relevant or equivalent discipline and have a First Class in the preceding degrees (Bachelor’s Degree onwards). In the absence of a First Class, candidates should have secured at least 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale or 60% marks in aggregate. The qualifications and experience requirements vary by post.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Relevant Experience |
| Assistant Professor Grade II (On contract) – Pay Level 10 | Ph.D. in relevant discipline | None |
| Assistant Professor Grade II (On contract) – Pay Level 11 | Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 01 year relevant experience |
| Assistant Professor Grade I – Pay Level 12 | Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 03 years after Ph.D. or 06 years total (not counting Ph.D. enrolment period) after obtaining M.Tech. degree |
| Associate Professor – Pay Level 13A2 | Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 06 years after Ph.D. or 09 years total (not counting Ph.D. enrolment period), out of which 03 years should be after Ph.D. |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary and pay scale for the positions are based on the 7th CPC.
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Associate Professor | Pay Level 13A2 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | Pay Level 12 |
| Assistant Professor Grade II (On contract) | Pay Level 10, Pay Level 11 |
Selection Process
The selection process includes multiple stages of evaluation based on qualifications, research output, and performance.
- Screening and Shortlisting
- Written Test and/or Presentation/Demo
- Personal Interview
- Final Approval by the Board of Governors
How to Apply
Candidates must follow the steps outlined below to apply for the positions.
- Visit the official Samarth recruitment portal.
- Complete registration and fill in the online application form.
- Upload self-attested copies of required documents and a recent photograph.
- Pay the non-refundable application processing fee online.
- Submit the online application form before the deadline.
- Download and print the filled-in application form PDF.
- Prepare a hard copy and attach all supporting documents.
- Send the hard copy to the specified address by the due date.
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers are eligible for the Assistant Professor Grade II (On contract) position, which does not require prior experience. However, other positions require specific years of experience as stated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, candidates can submit separate applications for different posts if they meet the eligibility criteria.
What is the date on which experience is counted?
Experience is counted as on the last date of application submission.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates need to provide self-attested copies of all supporting documents, experience letters, and category certificates if applicable.
Documents Required
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates
- Self-attested copies of experience letters
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-sized photograph
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for the wrong post code.
- Missing certificate dates or not providing required documents.
- Failing to pay the application fee.
- Using the wrong photo size in the application.
- Applying under the wrong category.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: भारतीय सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान सोनीपत
- पद: एसोसिएट प्रोफेसर, सहायक प्रोफेसर ग्रेड I, सहायक प्रोफेसर ग्रेड II (अनुबंध पर)
- कुल पद: 7
- योग्यता: पीएच.डी. संबंधित विषय में
- आयु सीमा: 60 वर्ष से अधिक की नियुक्ति discouraged
- अंतिम तिथि: 21 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन भरें और हार्ड कॉपी भेजें
