Overview
The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), a premier national institution, is recruiting 39 faculty members across various Ayurvedic teaching departments. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Ayurveda professionals with teaching and research experience. Positions are available for Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor roles.
🏢 Organization Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) |
| Location | New Delhi/Goa |
| Total Vacancies | 39 Posts |
| Post Type | Faculty (Teaching) – Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Job Type | Government Job (Direct Recruitment & Deputation) |
| Application Mode | Offline Only |
| Official Website | https://aiia.gov.in |
📊 Vacancy Details by Position & Department
Professor – 18 Posts
- Dravyaguna (2), Rog Nidan & Vikriti Vigyan (2), Swasthavritta (2), Prasuti Tantra & Stri Rog (1), Translational Research (1), Rachana Sharir (1), Kriya Sharir (1), Agad Tantra & Vidhi Vaidyaka (1), Kaumarbhritya (2), Panchakarma (2), Shalakya Tantra (1)
Additional Professor – 6 Posts
- Panchakarma (1), Striroga & Prasuti Tantra (1), Kaumarbhritya (1), Ras Shasthra & Bhaishajya Kalpana (1), Ayurveda Samhita Siddhant (1), Shalya Tantra (1)
Associate Professor – 8 Posts
- Kriya Sharir (2), Research Methodology (1), Striroga & Prasuti Tantra (1), Shalya Tantra (1), Ayurveda Samhita Siddhant (1), Swasthavritta (1)
Assistant Professor – 15 Posts
- Dravyaguna (1), Ayurveda Samhita Siddhant (1), Shalakya Tantra (2), Rog Nidan & Vikriti Vigyan (1), Kayachikitsa (2), Panchakarma (1), Shalya Tantra (1), Kaumarbhritya (1), Striroga & Prasuti Tantra (1), Medical Specialist-General Medicine (1)
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Requirements vary by position level:
Professor (Direct Recruitment):
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ayurveda (CCIM Act 1970/NCISM Act 2020 approved)
- MD/MS in Ayurveda (CCIM/NCISM recognized)
- PhD in the concerned subject
- 14 years full-time post-graduate teaching or research experience
- Minimum 10 published research papers in UGC CARE listed journals (excluding PG and PhD work)
Additional Professor (Direct Recruitment):
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ayurveda (CCIM Act 1970/NCISM 2020 approved)
- MD/MS in Ayurveda
- 10 years full-time post-graduate teaching or research experience
- Minimum 8 published research papers in UGC CARE listed journals
Associate Professor (Direct Recruitment):
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ayurveda (CCIM Act 1970/NCISM 2020 approved)
- MD/MS in Ayurveda
- 6 years full-time post-graduate teaching or research experience
- Minimum 5 published research papers in UGC CARE listed journals
Assistant Professor (Direct Recruitment):
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ayurveda (CCIM Act 1970/NCISM 2020 approved)
- MD/MS in Ayurveda
- 3 years full-time post-graduate teaching or research experience
- Minimum 3 published research papers in UGC CARE listed journals
Desirable Qualifications:
- PhD degree (for all positions)
- Experience in independent research projects as Principal Investigator
- Patents filed/obtained
- Publication of books or technical reports
- Research experience in recognized institutions
💰 Salary Details (Per Month)
| Position | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Professor | Level 14A (Academic) |
| Additional Professor | Level 13A2 (Academic) |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A1 (Academic) |
| Assistant Professor | Level 12 (Academic) |
Benefits: Standard Central Government employee allowances and benefits including:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Other statutory benefits
- Provident Fund
- Medical facilities
⏳ Age Limit
| Position | Maximum Age (Direct) | Maximum Age (Deputation) |
|---|---|---|
| Professor & Additional Professor | 55 years | 58 years |
| Associate Professor | 50 years | 58 years |
| Assistant Professor | 45 years | 58 years |
Note: Age relaxation available for SC/ST candidates as per government guidelines.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | December 4, 2025 |
| Start of Application | December 20, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 45 days from publication in Employment News (approx. February 3, 2026) |
| Application Mode | Offline |
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in the following stages:
- Screening/Initial Evaluation
- Review of application and credentials
- Verification of qualifications and experience
- Assessment of published research papers
- Shortlisting
- Competent Authority may shortlist candidates based on:
- Educational qualifications
- Years of experience
- Quality and quantity of published research
- Other merit criteria
- Competent Authority may shortlist candidates based on:
- Written Test (if required)
- May be conducted if high number of applications received
- Tests knowledge and teaching aptitude
- Interview
- Personal interview with selection committee
- Discussion of research work and academic experience
- Assessment of teaching capabilities
- Final Selection
- Based on overall performance in screening, test (if any), and interview
- Merit list will be prepared
Important Notes:
- Candidates from Central/State/Autonomous bodies must apply through proper channel
- Government servants need to submit NOC (No Objection Certificate) at interview
- Experience on part-time/daily wages/visiting faculty will NOT be counted
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Get Application Form
- Download application form (Annexure-I) from AIIA website: https://aiia.gov.in
- Print the form clearly
- Fill Application Details
- Personal information (name, DOB, contact details)
- Educational qualifications with certificates
- Professional experience details
- Research publications details
- Any patents or special achievements
- Prepare Documents
- Photocopies of:
- Bachelor’s degree in Ayurveda
- MD/MS certificate
- PhD certificate (if applicable)
- Teaching experience documents
- Research publications list
- Any other relevant certificates
- Photocopies of:
- Government Servants – Additional Documents
- Cadre Clearance from employer
- Integrity Certificate
- List of penalties/Nil certificate
- NOC (to be submitted at interview)
- Submit Application
- Send offline only via registered post
- Send to: All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi
- Applications sent via email or online will NOT be accepted
- Keep proof of postal dispatch for reference
- Application Timeline
- Send before the deadline
- Last date is 45 days from Employment News publication
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Educational Documents:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ayurveda (CCIM/NCISM approved copy)
- MD/MS in Ayurveda (CCIM/NCISM approved certificate)
- PhD degree certificate (if applicable)
- Certificates of course completion
Professional Documents:
- Teaching experience certificates
- Research project certificates
- List of all published research papers with journals
- Patents filed/obtained copies
- Books or technical reports authored
Government Servant Documents (if applicable):
- Cadre Clearance
- Integrity Certificate
- Penalty list or Nil certificate
- Discharge/Transfer certificate
Personal Documents:
- Birth certificate or age proof
- Aadhar card/PAN card
- Passport-size photographs
Important:
- All documents must be self-attested
- Photocopies should be clear and legible
- Submit complete applications with all documents
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
📘 Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: https://aiia.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Rectt-Ad-03-2025-Long.pdf
- Official Website: https://aiia.gov.in
- Download Application Form: Available on AIIA website
- Mailing Address: All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi
⚠️ Important Instructions
About Eligibility:
- All qualifications must be from recognized/CCIM/NCISM approved institutions
- Experience must be in full-time teaching or research positions
- Freelance or part-time experience will NOT count
- SC/ST candidates get experience relaxation at selection committee’s discretion
About Deputation:
- Tenure for deputation initially 2 years
- Can be extended subject to approval
- Reservations do NOT apply to deputation posts
About False Information:
- Candidates must be Indian citizens
- No criminal conviction by any court
- False information leads to candidature cancellation
- Criminal prosecution may follow
Important for Applicants:
- Check website regularly for corrigenda or updates
- All official communication only on website
- Apply well before deadline
- No individual notifications will be sent
- Verify complete information before submitting
Selection Details:
- Institute reserves right to increase/decrease vacancies
- Institute reserves right not to fill any post
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience
- Merit may vary by specialty and requirements
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is the last date to apply? A: 45 days from publication in Employment News (approx. February 3, 2026). Check website for exact date.
Q: Can I apply online? A: No, only offline applications by registered post are accepted.
Q: Do I need a PhD for Assistant Professor? A: PhD is mandatory for Professor, and desirable for other positions.
Q: How much research papers are required? A: Minimum 3 for Assistant Professor, 5 for Associate, 8 for Additional Professor, and 10 for Professor.
Q: Can government employees apply? A: Yes, but they must apply through proper channel and submit NOC at interview.
Q: Will experience from private institutions count? A: Yes, if in full-time teaching/research capacity. Part-time work will NOT count.
Q: What is the age relaxation for SC/ST? A: At the discretion of Selection Committee as per government guidelines.
Q: How will results be announced? A: Merit list will be published on AIIA website only.
🎯 Quick Tips for Success
- Ensure all educational and experience documents are authentic and from recognized institutions
- Compile a comprehensive list of published research papers with journal names
- Get detailed certificates of teaching and research experience
- For government servants, arrange NOC well in advance
- Send application well before the deadline with postal receipt
- Include all required documents to avoid rejection
- Keep a copy of submitted application for reference
- Regularly check AIIA website for updates and notifications
- Ensure handwriting is clear if form is handwritten
- Include clear passport-size photographs
Don’t Miss This Opportunity! Join India’s premier Ayurvedic institution as faculty member. This is a prestigious position with excellent benefits, research opportunities, and academic growth potential. Apply before the deadline!
Application Deadline: 45 days from Employment News publication (approx. February 3, 2026)
Note: This is an offline recruitment with high-level positions. Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
