NIT Puducherry Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I) Vacancy 2026

NIT Puducherry Recruitment 2026 - Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I)

NIT Puducherry has released an official notification for the recruitment of Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I) posts (2 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 12 Dec 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

NIT Puducherry Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I) - Overview

Organization	NIT Puducherry
Post Name	Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I)
Total Vacancies	2
Advertisement No.	NITPY/03/2026/T/13112026
Qualification	M.Phil/Ph.D
Location	Puducherry
Salary	Rs. 8,000 - Rs. 9,500 per MONTH
Job Type	Full Time
Last Date to Apply	12 Dec 2026
Official Website	www.nitpy.ac.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for NIT Puducherry Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I) recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: M.Phil/Ph.D. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Application Fee

The application fee for NIT Puducherry Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I) recruitment is: Fee: ₹Rs. 1000/- (non-refundable), Category: ₹UR/OBC/EWS, Fee: ₹Exempted, Category: ₹SC/ST/PWD and Female candidates. Please refer to the official notification for category-wise fee details and payment methods.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I) position at NIT Puducherry will receive a salary of Rs. 8,000 - Rs. 9,500 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply

12 Dec 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for NIT Puducherry Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I) recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: www.nitpy.ac.in
Look for the Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I) recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Pay the application fee as applicable
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	www.nitpy.ac.in

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for NIT Puducherry faculty recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application with all necessary documents is 12 December 2026. Applications received after that date will not be considered.

Which posts has NIT Puducherry advertised?

The advertisement is for Associate Professor and Assistant Professor – Grade I in various departments at Thiruvettakudy, Karaikal.

What is the qualification for these posts?

Both posts require a Ph.D. Associate Professor also needs six years after Ph.D. (at least 3 years as Assistant Professor with AGP Rs.8000/-) or nine years total experience as printed. Assistant Professor – Grade I needs three years after Ph.D. or six years teaching and research experience.

What is the pay for the posts?

Associate Professor is at Pay Level 13A2 (AGP Rs.9500) and Assistant Professor – Grade I at Pay Level 12 (AGP Rs.8000) in the 7th CPC.

What is the application fee?

The fee is Rs. 1000/- (non-refundable) for UR/OBC/EWS, paid online. SC/ST/PWD categories and Female candidates are exempted.

How do I apply?

Fill the online application at nitpyrec.samarth.edu.in along with the necessary enclosures before 12 December 2026.

Can I apply for both posts?

Yes, but a separate application with the application fee must be submitted for each post, or the application will be rejected.

How are candidates selected?

Selection is in two phases: a technical seminar in the area of specialization for shortlisted candidates, then an interview by the Selection Board.

Can an NIT Puducherry Ph.D. holder apply?

Not unless there is three years of outside experience after leaving the Institute. Candidates who obtained their Ph.D. from NIT Puducherry are otherwise not considered.

Will TA/DA be paid for the selection process?

No. The notice states that no TA/DA will be paid for attending any stage of the selection process.