Faculty Recruitment 2026 at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Sikkim
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Sikkim has released a faculty recruitment notification (Advertisement No. NITS/Rect/Faculty/2026/01 dated April 08, 2026) inviting applications for Assistant Professor (Grade-II on contract), Assistant Professor (Grade-I), Associate Professor, and Professor positions in various departments. Eligible candidates may apply through an online + hard copy submission.
Hiring Organization: National Institute of Technology (NIT) Sikkim, Ravangla, Sikkim
About the Organization: National Institute of Technology (NIT) Sikkim is one among the 31 NITs established by the Government of India and is recognized as an Institute of National Importance. The institute offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programs in Engineering, Sciences, and Humanities, along with a strong focus on academic research and innovation.
Positions Open:
- Assistant Professor Grade-II (On Contract)
- Assistant Professor Grade-I
- Associate Professor
- Professor
Departments:
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mathematics
Educational Qualification:
- For Engineering Disciplines: Ph.D. in the relevant or equivalent discipline with First Class in the preceding degrees (B.Tech/B.E. in relevant discipline and M.Tech/M.E. in relevant specialization). Candidates with a Ph.D. directly after B.E./B.Tech are also eligible, provided they have obtained First Class at the Bachelor’s level.
- For Basic Sciences: Ph.D. in the relevant or equivalent discipline with First Class in the preceding degrees (B.Sc. or equivalent in relevant discipline and M.Sc. or equivalent in relevant specialization).
Area of Specialization:
Refer to the detailed advertisement
Experience:
As per Schedule “E” of the Statutes of NIT vide Gazette of India No.651, Dated: July 24, 2017, previous experience must be from the Institute of repute as per oversight committee resolution (MoE Vide F.No.33-9/2011/TS.III, Dated: 16th April 2019- Annexure-XI with this advt.).
As per 7th CPC:
- Assistant Professor Grade-II: Pay Level 10 (AGP ₹6,000)
- Assistant Professor Grade-I: Pay Level 12 (AGP ₹8,000)
- Associate Professor: Pay Level 13A2 (AGP ₹9,500)
- Professor: Pay Level 14A (AGP ₹10,500)
Selection Process:
The selection process for faculty positions may consist of:
- Shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility criteria
- Written examination and/or presentation for further shortlisting
- Final presentation and interview before the Selection Committee
The syllabus for the written examination will be based on UG, PG, and Ph.D. level courses of CFTIs/AICTE-approved institutes, along with the expected knowledge required for teaching in NITs.
Application Fee:
- ₹1500 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates
- ₹750 for SC/ST/Women/PwD candidates
Important Dates:
- Last Date of Receiving Hard Copy: 22 May 2026 (05:00 PM)
Job Location: Ravangla, Namchi District, Sikkim
Apply Mode: Online + Post
How to Apply:
- Candidates must submit a separate application form for each post.
- Application must be submitted in hard copy in the prescribed format available on the Institute website.
- It is mandatory to fill the “Candidate Summary” online through the Institute website.
- Candidates must submit the following:
- Hard copies of the filled and signed application form, along with self-attested supporting documents and payment receipt.
- Signed copy of the downloaded “Candidate Summary”.
- The sealed envelope containing the above documents must reach on or before 22 May 2026 (05:00 PM) to:
The Director, National Institute of Technology Sikkim, Ravangla, District – Namchi, Sikkim, PIN – 737139 (India) - For further details, refer to the detailed advertisement.
Email: recuritment2026@nitsikkim.ac.in
Detailed Advertisement: link
Organization Website (for details): www.nitsikkim.ac.in
Organization Address:
National Institute of Technology Sikkim
Ravangla, District Namchi
Sikkim – 737139, India
Phone: +91-7479013180
Email: recruitment2026@nitsikkim.ac.in