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NIT Silchar Faculty Recruitment 2026 Announced: National Institute of Technology Silchar (Assam) (NIT) has released a notification for the recruitment of various posts. NIT, Silchar invites online applications from Indian Nationals, possessing consistently good academic records and requisite qualifications and experience, with a commitment to work, a passion for teaching and research, and an inclination towards institutional development, for the following positions.
NIT Silchar Faculty Recruitment: Faculty Positions Available
The institute is recruiting for the following positions:
| Post | Pay Level |
| Professor | Level 14A |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A2 |
| Assistant Professor Grade-I | Level 12 |
| Assistant Professor Grade-II | Level 10 |
The positions are designed for candidates with relevant qualifications, experience, and academic achievements as per the Ministry of Education and NIT statutes.
Vacancy Distribution
The recruitment notification includes both fresh and backlog vacancies.
Fresh recruitment vacancies include:
- SC: 1
- ST: 0
- OBC: 2
- EWS: 1
- Unreserved: 5
Backlog vacancies include:
- SC: 3
- ST: 5
- OBC: 18
A total of 35 vacancies have been mentioned across different categories and posts.
NIT Silchar Faculty Recruitment: Departments and Specializations Included
The recruitment drive covers a wide range of departments and emerging technology fields.
Engineering and Technology
Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
- Robotics and Automation
- Instrumentation and Control
- Mechatronics
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Electrical Engineering
- Microelectronics and VLSI
- Communication and Signal Processing
Electronics and Communication Engineering
- VLSI Testing, Architecture, and Chip Design
- 5G and 6G Communication
- Embedded Systems and IoT
- MEMS/NEMS
Computer Science and Engineering
- Theoretical Computer Science
- Data Science and Big Data
- Systems and Architecture
- Cyber Security and Cryptography
- Computer Network and Communication
- Human Computer Interaction
Other Departments
Mathematics
- Stochastic Process/Financial Mathematics
- Cryptography
Humanities and Social Sciences
- International Economics
- English Language Teaching
- Development Economics
- Public Finance
Management Studies
- Human Resource Management
- Finance
- Operations and Logistics Management
Application Fee Details
Candidates applying for these faculty positions need to pay the following application fees:
- General/OBC (NCL)/EWS: Rs. 1,200
- SC/ST/PwD: Rs. 600
Application Process for the recruitment of NIT Silchar
Candidates need to send the filled in downloaded hard copy of the online application form duly signed along with credit point summary sheet, and self-attested supporting documents such as relevant testimonials, application fees, certificate of age proof, educational certificates, experience certificates, proof of applicable application fee, etc., by speed/ registered posts to the Dean (FW), National Institute of Technology Silchar, P.O. REC Silchar – 788010, Dist. Cachar, Assam. The name of the department and post applied for must be clearly mentioned on the envelope.
Application Link: https://recruitment.nits.ac.in/
Persons employed in Government and Semi-Government organizations should submit the application through the proper channel with an advance copy directly to the Dean (F.W), National Institute of Technology Silchar, P.O. Silchar – 788 010, Assam. Those who fail to submit through the proper channel should produce NOC at the time of the interview, if called for.
Candidates are encouraged to check the Institute website regularly for any updates.
Official Notification: Download
Selection Process:
The institute has clarified that fulfilling minimum qualifications alone does not guarantee selection. Shortlisting may depend on academic excellence, research publications, qualifications, and experience.
Important Dates
Candidates planning to apply should keep these dates in mind:
- Online application opening date: 21 May 2026
- Online application closing date: 15 days after publication in the Employment Newspaper
- Hard copy submission deadline: Within 10 days after the online application closing date
