NIT Jamshedpur Professors Recruitment 2025 – 13 Posts

Overview

National Institute of Technology (NIT) Jamshedpur is recruiting experienced academics for Professor positions. This is an excellent opportunity for researchers and scholars with strong credentials to join a premier national institute. If you have a Ph.D. and substantial experience in research, academics, and guided doctoral research, this could be your chance to lead academic excellence at one of India’s top technical institutions. Work with motivated students, conduct cutting-edge research, and contribute to shaping the future of engineering education in India.

Organization Details

Detail	Information
Organization	National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur (NIT Jamshedpur)
Post Name	Professor
Total Vacancies	13 Posts (including backlog)
Job Type	Permanent/Regular
Application Mode	Online + Hard Copy Submission
Official Website	http://www.nitjsr.ac.in
Advertisement No.	07/2025 (NITJSR/ESS/CD/2025/2825)

📅 Important Dates

Event	Date & Time
Notification Released	01 December 2025
Online Application Opens	02 December 2025
Last Date for Online Application	31 December 2025 (5:30 PM)
Last Date for Hard Copy Submission	12 January 2026 (5:30 PM)
Merit List Publication	To be notified on official website

📍 Vacancy Details

Category	SC	ST	OBC (NCL)	EWS	General (UR)	PwD (Horizontal)	Total
Professor	4	2* + 1*	2	1	4	1	13

Note: ST and OBC(NCL) include backlog vacancies

Vacancy Summary:

Total Posts: 13 (including backlog)
Reserved for SC (Scheduled Caste): 4
Reserved for ST (Scheduled Tribe): 3 (including backlog)
Reserved for OBC (Other Backward Class) Non-Creamy Layer: 2
Reserved for EWS (Economically Weaker Section): 1
General/Unreserved: 4
PwD (Horizontal Reservation): 1

🎓 Educational Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements:

Ph.D. Degree – Compulsory
- Ph.D. is mandatory for all candidates
- Ph.D. from recognized university/institute in relevant field
- Ph.D. completion certificate required at time of application
- Valid Ph.D. enrollment number or registration from recognized body
Experience – Minimum 10 Years Post Ph.D.
- Minimum 10 years of experience after completion of Ph.D.
- OR minimum 13 years of total experience (not counting Ph.D. enrollment period)
- Experience should be in academics, research, or industry in relevant field
Associate Professor Level Experience – Essential
- Minimum 4 years at the level of Associate Professor
- Must have been in Associate Professor or equivalent position
- With AGP (Academic Grade Pay) ₹9,500 or above
- Or equivalent designation in universities/institutes
Research & Academic Credentials
- High-quality research publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Guided Ph.D. candidates to successful completion
- Sponsored research projects and grants
- Consultancy work and industry collaboration
- Credit point system applicable as per NIT norms
- Contributions to curriculum development
- Teaching and mentorship experience
Compliance with NIT Statutes
- As per Schedule E of NIT Statutes (Gazette Notification No. 651, 24 July 2017)
- As per CEI (Reservation in Teachers’ Cadre) Act 2019
- As per MoE clarifications (F.No. 33-9/2011-TS.III, 16 April 2019)
- As per Gazette Notification No. 459 (19 June 2023)
Flexible Faculty Structure
- Four-tier flexible faculty structure applicable
- Candidates must be eligible under applicable faculty structure

Internal Candidates:

Serving faculty members of NIT Jamshedpur may also apply
Subject to eligibility conditions mentioned above

💰 Salary Details (Per Month)

Pay Scale: Level 14A as per 7th Central Pay Commission

Component	Amount
Basic Pay Range	₹1,68,900 – ₹2,20,200
Pay Level	14A (7th CPC)
Dearness Allowance	As per 7th CPC norms
House Rent Allowance	As per 7th CPC norms
Other Allowances	As per government rules

Additional Benefits:

Pension benefits as per government norms
Medical facilities for self and family
Leave benefits (earned leave, casual leave, etc.)
Professional development allowance
Research grants and funding
Travel allowance for conferences/seminars
Housing assistance as applicable

Note: Exact take-home salary depends on individual circumstances, allowances, and deductions as per 7th CPC rules.

⏳ Age Limit

The notification does not specify a maximum age limit for Professor posts. However, candidates must satisfy experience and qualification requirements as mentioned above. Experience after Ph.D. is the key criterion rather than age.

🎯 Selection Process

The selection will be conducted through a structured, merit-based process:

Preliminary Screening
- Verification of academic qualifications
- Assessment of Ph.D. credentials
- Verification of years of experience
- Checking eligibility as per NIT Statutes
Merit List Preparation
- Merit list prepared based on:
  - Quality and quantity of research publications
  - Guided Ph.D.s and their quality
  - Sponsored research projects
  - Consultancy work
  - Teaching experience
  - Credit point system as per NIT norms
Interview (if applicable)
- Technical interview by expert committee
- Assessment of research contributions
- Evaluation of academic vision and future plans
- Teaching methodology and pedagogy discussion
Document Verification
- Original qualifications verification
- Ph.D. degree and certificates
- Experience certificates from previous institutions
- Publications and research records
- Project documentation
Final Selection
- Based on merit and interview performance
- Subject to medical fitness
- Subject to verification of documents
- Subject to eligibility confirmation
Communication
- Shortlisted candidates informed via email/registered post
- Final selection list published on website
- Offer letter issued to selected candidates

📑 How to Apply

Step-by-Step Application Process:

Visit Official Website:
- Go to http://www.nitjsr.ac.in
- Navigate to “Careers” section
- Click on “Faculty Recruitment”
- Select “Professor – Advt. No. 07/2025”
Create Account/Login:
- Register with your email address (if new user)
- Create a secure password
- Verify your email address
- Login to the application portal
Fill Online Application Form:
- Complete all required fields accurately
- Personal details (Name, Father’s Name, DOB, Gender, Nationality)
- Contact information (Email, Mobile, Alternate Contact)
- Educational qualifications (10th onwards, including Ph.D.)
- Work experience in chronological order
- Research publications and guided Ph.D.s
- Projects, consultancy work, and other achievements
- Category/Reservation details if applicable
- Declaration and undertaking
Upload Required Documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph (JPG/PNG, max 500KB)
- Digital signature (JPG/PNG, max 100KB)
- Ph.D. degree certificate (PDF, max 5MB)
- Ph.D. completion/award letter (PDF, max 5MB)
- All educational certificates (scanned, PDF, max 5MB each)
- Experience certificates from all employers (PDF, max 5MB each)
- Published papers/research documents (PDF, max 10MB)
- Research project documentation (PDF, max 5MB)
- Category/Reservation certificate if applicable (PDF, max 1MB)
- PwD certificate if applicable (PDF, max 1MB)
- Self-attested copies of all documents
Prepare Credit Point Details:
- Download “Credit Point Details Sheet” from website
- Fill complete research and academic achievements
- Include publication details with impact factors
- List guided Ph.D.s with completion dates
- Document sponsored projects and grants
- Include consultancy work details
- Calculate credit points as per provided table
- Attach with application
Download Credit Point Table:
- Download “Credit Point Table Sheet” from website
- Understand credit point system
- Verify your qualifying points
- Ensure you meet minimum credit point requirement
Pay Application Fee:
- General/OBC(NCL)/EWS: ₹2,000
- SC/ST/PwD/Women/Internal: ₹500
- Payment mode: SBI Collect only
- Online payment through SBI portal
- Keep payment receipt/proof for submission
Upload Payment Proof:
- Take screenshot of payment confirmation
- Save as JPG/PDF (max 500KB)
- Upload payment proof in application
Review Application:
- Carefully verify all information
- Check all uploaded documents
- Ensure completeness of application
- Make corrections if needed before submission
Download Filled Application:
- After online submission, download filled form
- Take printout of application
- Ensure all details are visible and correct
Prepare Hard Copy Submission:
- Print filled application form (on institute’s form if available)
- Collect all self-attested documents
- Arrange in proper order
- Prepare two complete sets of application + documents
Send Hard Copy by Post/Courier:
- Address: The Registrar, NIT Jamshedpur, P.O. – NIT Campus, Jamshedpur – 831014, Jharkhand, India
- Superscribe Envelope: “Application for the Post of Professor – Advt. No. 07/2025”
- Deadline: 12 January 2026 (5:30 PM)
- Use registered post or courier for tracking
- Keep receipt/tracking number for reference

⚙️ Key Documents Required

Educational Documents:

Ph.D. Degree Certificate
Ph.D. Award Letter/Completion Certificate
Ph.D. Enrollment/Registration document
Master’s degree certificate and mark sheets
Bachelor’s degree certificate and mark sheets
10th and 12th mark sheets
All educational certificates from recognized institutions

Experience & Employment Documents:

Experience certificate from current employer
Experience certificates from all previous employers
Appointment orders and relieving letters
Service records from universities/institutes/organizations
Promotion letters and increment orders
Designation confirmation letters
Employment verification documents
Teaching record/experience documentation

Research & Academic Documents:

List of published research papers with journals
Copies of published papers (minimum 5-10 papers)
Citation reports and h-index documentation
Impact factor details of journals
Conference paper presentations with certificates
Books/chapters authored or co-authored
Ph.D. dissertations of guided students
Guided Ph.D. list with completion dates
Research project documentation
Sponsored project details and completion reports
Consultancy work certificates and reports
Patents (if any) with documentation
Credit Point Details Sheet (filled)
Credit Point Table Sheet (for reference)

Identity & Personal Documents:

Aadhaar Card (copy)
PAN Card (copy)
Passport (copy) or any government-issued ID
Birth Certificate or 10th Certificate (for DOB proof)
Voter ID (copy) if available

Category Certificates (if applicable):

SC (Scheduled Caste) Certificate from competent authority
ST (Scheduled Tribe) Certificate from competent authority
OBC (Other Backward Class) Certificate with “Non-Creamy Layer” status
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Certificate
PwD (Person with Disability) Certificate with disability percentage

For Internal Candidates:

Current appointment letter from NIT Jamshedpur
Service record from NIT Jamshedpur
Academic performance records
Research output at NIT Jamshedpur
Recommendation letter from department (if applicable)

Photographs & Signature:

Recent passport-size photograph (digital copy)
Clear photograph showing face
Digital signature (clear and legible)

Payment Document:

Application fee payment proof/receipt
SBI Collect payment confirmation

Important Notes:

All documents must be self-attested photocopies
Original documents may be required for verification post-selection
All documents must be legible and clearly visible
Arrange documents in proper order
Duplicate sets required for hard copy submission
Ensure documents are in chronological order
Keep photocopies of all submitted documents
Incomplete documentation will lead to rejection

📘 Important Links

Official Website: http://www.nitjsr.ac.in
Official Notification PDF: Click Here
Careers Page: http://www.nitjsr.ac.in/careers
Faculty Recruitment Portal: Available on official website

✅ Quick Facts

Total Posts: 13 (including backlog)
Post Name: Professor
Application Fee: ₹2,000 (General/OBC/EWS) / ₹500 (SC/ST/PwD/Women/Internal)
Application Mode: Online + Hard Copy
Online Deadline: 31 December 2025 (5:30 PM)
Hard Copy Deadline: 12 January 2026 (5:30 PM)
Qualification: Ph.D. (Mandatory)
Experience Required: 10 years after Ph.D. or 13 years total
Associate Professor Level: 4 years minimum
Salary: ₹1,68,900 – ₹2,20,200 per month (Level 14A, 7th CPC)
Pay Level: 14A as per 7th Central Pay Commission
Reservations: SC (4), ST (3), OBC (2), EWS (1), PwD (1), General (4)
Selection Method: Merit-based + Interview + Document Verification
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
Institute Type: Premier National Institute

⚠️ Important Information

Key Points to Remember:

Ph.D. Mandatory: Ph.D. is absolutely essential; cannot apply without it
Experience Critical: Minimum 10 years post-Ph.D. experience is required
Associate Professor Level: Must have 4+ years at Associate Professor level
Dual Submission: Both online and hard copy submission required
Hard Copy Essential: Application incomplete without hard copy submission by deadline
Research Quality: High-quality publications and research credentials assessed
Credit Points System: Detailed credit point system for evaluation
Internal Candidates: Current faculty members of NIT can apply
Internal Candidates Fee: ₹500 fee for internal candidates
No Age Limit: Experience-based, not age-based recruitment
SBI Collect Only: Payment through SBI Collect portal only
No Extension: No extension of deadlines; strict submission dates
Merit-Based: Selection purely on merit and qualifications
Website Updates: Check website regularly for updates and corrigendum
Modification Rights: Institute reserves right to modify vacancies/posts
Future Communication: All updates via email/registered post to shortlisted candidates
Website Only: All corrigendum/addendum only on official website

Don’t Miss This Opportunity! This is a prestigious opportunity to join NIT Jamshedpur as a Professor. If you have a strong Ph.D. with 10+ years of research and academic experience, prepare your comprehensive application now. Online applications open from 02 December 2025, with final submissions by 31 December 2025 (online) and 12 January 2026 (hard copy). Showcase your research excellence and academic achievements to become part of India’s premier technical institution!