IIT Mandi Associate Professor Recruitment 2026Out

• A Ph.D. in the relevant branch or discipline, with first class in the preceding degree and a consistently very good academic record.
• At least 06 years of teaching, research or professional experience after the Ph.D., calculated as of the application date.
• At least three of those years must be as an Assistant Professor in an academic institution, or as a Senior Scientific Officer, Senior Design Engineer or equivalent in a research organization or industry.
• Evidence of independent research through M.Tech. and Ph.D. supervision, strong publications in high-impact journals, patents, laboratory or course development, and/or other recognized relevant professional work.

• Open the official IIT Mandi faculty application portal.
• Register and enter the required details in the online application.
• Upload the relevant supporting documents and check that the information is complete and accurate.
• Finalize and submit the application by 06.11.2026.
• Save a copy for your records; a hard-copy application is not required.
• Applicants working in the specified government, public-sector or educational organizations must apply through the proper channel or provide their current employer's No Objection Certificate at the interview.

Recruitment overview

IIT Mandi has invited applications under advertisement IIT Mandi/Fac./Recruit./Specific/IKSMHA/2026/01 for Associate Professor positions at its Indian Knowledge System and Mental Health Applications Centre. The advertised specializations are Contemplative Psychology, First-person Research Methods and Consciousness Studies. The vacancy count has not been disclosed. The notification is dated 16.10.2026, and online applications run from 17.10.2026 to 06.11.2026.

Academic and professional requirements

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in an appropriate discipline, have first class in the preceding degree and maintain a very good academic record. The experience requirement is at least 06 years after the Ph.D., assessed on the application date. This must include at least three years as an Assistant Professor in an academic institution or at the specified senior scientific, design engineering or equivalent level in research or industry.

The institute also expects evidence of independent research. Relevant achievements include postgraduate and doctoral supervision, publications in high-impact journals, patents, laboratory or course development, and other recognized professional activities. The starting basic pay is ₹1,39,600 per month at Level 13A2, Cell-01 under the 7th CPC.

Application steps and employer clearance

• Register on the faculty recruitment portal and complete the online form.
• Upload all relevant supporting material before finalizing the application.
• Check the accuracy of the details and submit by 06.11.2026.
• Retain an application copy; no hard-copy submission is necessary.

Applicants in the specified government, public-sector and educational organizations must use the proper channel or furnish their current employer's No Objection Certificate at the interview. They are also responsible for keeping their employer informed.

Interview and travel conditions

Meeting the minimum requirements does not ensure an interview invitation. IIT Mandi may shortlist using higher qualifications, experience and academic achievements, and may interview only selected specializations according to its requirements.

Interview travel reimbursement covers travel within India under the stated conditions. Economy-class air tickets must be purchased exclusively through IRCTC, Balmer Lawrie & Company Limited or Ashoka Tours & Travels. Institute Guest House accommodation may be available on payment, subject to availability. Incorrect or false application information can lead to cancellation of candidature or termination of appointment.