National Institute of Technology Puducherry (NIT Puducherry), Karaikal, has invited online applications for 6 faculty posts under Advertisement No. NITPY/03/2026/T/13112026 dated 13.11.2026: 1 Associate Professor in Mathematics and 5 Assistant Professor Grade I posts. The notice calls the number of posts indicative, which means it can change. Candidates must apply on the SAMARTH portal by 12.12.2026.
✔ Checked against the official notification on 14.11.2026 · Official notice
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Recruitment Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Institute of Technology Puducherry (NIT Puducherry), Karaikal |
| Advertisement No. | NITPY/03/2026/T/13112026, dated 13.11.2026 |
| Post Names | Associate Professor; Assistant Professor Grade I |
| Total Vacancies | 6 (indicative, may change) |
| Job Location | NIT Puducherry, Karaikal, Puducherry |
| Qualification | PhD in the relevant discipline, with First Class in the earlier degrees. See Eligibility below. |
| Age Limit | Not specified in notification |
| Application Mode | Online on the SAMARTH portal |
| Last Date | 12.12.2026 |
| Official Website | nitpy.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 13.11.2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 12.12.2026 |
| Technical seminar and interview dates | Not specified. They will be put on the institute website and sent by email. |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR, OBC and EWS | Rs 1,000 |
| SC, ST, PwD and Female candidates | Exempted (no fee) |
A separate application and a separate fee are needed for each post.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level | Academic Grade Pay (AGP) | Seats by category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor (Mathematics) | 1 | Level 13A2 | Rs 9,500 | UR 1 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | 5 | Level 12 | Rs 8,000 | UR 1, ST 1, EWS 3 |
UR means Unreserved (open to all). EWS means Economically Weaker Section. The roster has no seat set aside for OBC or SC candidates. The notice does not say how many of the 5 Assistant Professor posts fall in each department.
Departments and Areas of Specialisation
| Department | Specialisation asked for |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Structural, Geotechnical, Construction Engineering and Management |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) | Power Systems, Power Electronics, Control Systems, High Voltage Engineering |
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | Natural Language Processing, Software Engineering, Information Security |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) | Biomedical Signal Processing |
| Mechanical Engineering | Mechanical Vibrations and Structural Health Monitoring |
| Chemistry | Organometallic Reagents and NHC Catalysis |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (English) | Language, Literature, Literary Studies |
| Mathematics (Associate Professor only) | Mathematical Theory of Control |
Candidates who already work as faculty can apply whatever their specialisation.
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education (all posts) | PhD in the relevant discipline, plus B.E. / B.Tech or B.Sc / B.A and M.E. / M.Tech or M.Sc / M.A. First Class (at least 6.5 CGPA out of 10, or 60% marks) is needed in the earlier degrees. A PhD taken directly after B.Tech is allowed if the Bachelor’s degree is First Class. |
| Associate Professor, experience | Either 6 years after PhD (at least 3 of them at AGP 8,000 level), OR 9 years in total (3 after PhD, at least 3 at AGP 8,000 level). The notice also mentions 50 credit points. |
| Assistant Professor Grade I, experience | Either 3 years after PhD, OR 6 years of teaching or research experience in total, in a reputed institute, a research and development lab or relevant industry. The notice also mentions 20 credit points. |
The notice does not explain the term credit points in the advertisement. Check the General Instructions PDF linked below. Engineers and scientists from research labs or industry can apply if they attach certified proof of experience. NIT Puducherry’s own PhD holders are not considered unless they have 3 years of experience outside the institute.
- PhD awarded 10.06.2022, First Class in B.Tech and M.Tech, applying for Assistant Professor Grade I. On 12.12.2026 this person has 4 years 6 months after PhD. The notice asks for 3 years after PhD. ✅ Eligible on experience.
- PhD awarded 01.06.2024, 4 years 6 months of teaching before the PhD, First Class throughout. After PhD this person has 2 years 6 months, which is short of 3 years. The total is 7 years against the 6-year total route. ✅ Eligible, through the 6-year total experience route.
- PhD done, 6 years of teaching, but 58% in M.Tech. The notice needs at least 60% (or 6.5 CGPA out of 10) in the earlier degrees. ❌ Not eligible, 2 percentage points short.
Who Should Apply
- PhD holders with First Class (6.5 CGPA or 60%) in B.Tech or B.Sc and M.Tech or M.Sc and a matching research area from the list above.
- EWS candidates, because 3 of the 5 Assistant Professor seats are EWS seats.
- Faculty in other institutes looking to move, since serving faculty can apply whatever their specialisation.
- Scientists and engineers from research labs or industry who can show certified experience.
Who should skip this: NIT Puducherry’s own PhD holders who have less than 3 years of outside experience; candidates with less than First Class in an earlier degree; and OBC or SC candidates looking for a reserved seat, as the roster in this notice has none for them.
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Salary and Benefits
| Post | Pay Level | Academic Grade Pay (AGP) |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor | Level 13A2 | Rs 9,500 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | Level 12 | Rs 8,000 |
Pay Level is a step in the central government pay matrix, and Academic Grade Pay is the older grade used for faculty posts. The notice gives levels and AGP only and does not list allowances. Travel and daily allowance (TA/DA) is not paid for the seminar or interview.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of applications. The institute may set higher norms, and it looks at specialisation and level. Candidates with UG, PG or PhD degrees from IIT, NIT, IIIT or other Centrally Funded Institutes get preference.
- Technical seminar.
- Interview by the Selection Board.
There is no written test in the notice. Call letters are not sent by post. Seminar and interview details are put on the website and sent by email.
How to Apply
- Read the advertisement and the General Instructions for Teaching positions.
- Go to the SAMARTH portal for NIT Puducherry faculty recruitment and register or log in.
- Choose the post and department and fill in the form. Apply separately for each post.
- Upload the documents asked for on the portal.
- Pay the fee online if it applies to you (Rs 1,000, or nothing for SC, ST, PwD and Female candidates).
- Submit before the last date, 12.12.2026, and keep a copy of the form.
Documents Needed
- Degree certificates and marksheets, including the PhD
- Proof of teaching, research or industry experience (certified, for scientists and engineers from labs or industry)
- OBC-NCL or EWS certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026 in the central government format
- SC / ST certificate in the central government format
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates who are already employed. It can be uploaded online or shown at the interview.
- Self-attested copies at the interview, and originals when called for verification
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (SAMARTH) | Click here |
| Newspaper Advertisement | Click here |
| Vacancy List: Teaching Positions | Click here |
| General Instructions for Teaching Positions | Click here |
| NOC Format | Click here |
| OBC Certificate Format | Click here |
| SC / ST Certificate Format | Click here |
| EWS Certificate Format | Click here |
| Official Opportunities Page | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for NIT Puducherry faculty recruitment 2026?
The last date is 12.12.2026 on the SAMARTH portal.
How many faculty posts are there?
There are 6 posts: 1 Associate Professor in Mathematics and 5 Assistant Professor Grade I posts. The notice calls the number indicative.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. The fee is Rs 1,000 for UR, OBC and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwD and Female candidates are exempted.
Is there a written test?
No. Selection is by shortlisting, a technical seminar and an interview.
Is there an age limit?
The notice does not state an age limit.
Update Log
| Date | What changed |
|---|---|
| 14.11.2026 | Post published |
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
