IUST Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 for 48 PostsOpens 2 November

• English, Urdu, Journalism & Mass Communication, Education, Zoology, Physics and Chemistry: A relevant Master's degree with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade; the stated threshold is 50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy-layer candidates. Equivalent degrees from accredited foreign universities are accepted.
• Mathematical Sciences: A Master's in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics with at least 55%. The two vacancies marked * require a Master's in Data Sciences, Actuarial Sciences, Statistics or Applied Statistics with at least 55%.
• Food Technology and the listed engineering departments: B.E./B.Tech./B.S. together with M.E./M.Tech./M.S., or an Integrated M.Tech., in the relevant or allied branch, with first class or equivalent in either degree.
• Management Studies: A Bachelor's degree in any discipline plus MBA, PGDM, C.A., ICWA or M.Com., with first class or equivalent.
• Computer Science: A Master's in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Applications or Computer Engineering with at least 55% or equivalent; 50% applies to SC/ST/OBC non-creamy-layer candidates.
• AYUSH Sciences: An MD/MS in the relevant AYUSH discipline with at least 55% or an equivalent Master's-level grade, recognised under Schedule II of the CCIM Act, 1970 / NCISM Act 2020.
• Planning: A Bachelor's in Architecture, Planning, Technology or Engineering plus a Master's in Planning, with at least 60% or equivalent in either degree. Alternatively, a Master's in Economics, Geography or Sociology plus a Master's in Planning, with at least 60% in either Master's degree.
• Geomatics: A Master's in Geo-informatics, Geomatics, Remote Sensing, GIS or Geospatial Technology with at least 55% or equivalent.
• Molecular Medicines: A Master's with at least 55% or equivalent in Molecular Medicine, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Clinical Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, Genetic Engineering, Human Genetics, Biophysics, Structural Biology, Cell Biology, Bioinformatics, Immunology, Computational Biology or a relevant allied subject. The stated threshold is 50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy-layer candidates.
• KAST: A Ph.D., first class or equivalent in every preceding degree, a consistently very good academic record and evidence of independent high-quality research. Relevant preceding disciplines are Computer Science/Computer Science & Engineering for Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering for Solar PV, Food Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Electronics & Communication Engineering for E&CE, including relevant allied subjects.
• The notice specifies UGC/CSIR NET or a comparable UGC-accredited SLET/SET conducted by the UT of J&K. A relevant Ph.D. meeting the UGC 2009 Regulations provides exemption from NET/SET/SLET.
• For Ph.D. registration before 11 July 2009, the exemption requires a regular-mode degree, assessment by at least two external examiners, an open viva, two research papers with at least one in a refereed journal, and two conference/seminar presentations supported by UGC/ICSSR/CSIR or a similar agency. The Registrar, Dean Academic Affairs or Dean Research must certify compliance.
• A foreign Ph.D. from a university ranked within the top 500 in QS, THE or ARWU at any time is also accepted with an AIU, New Delhi equivalence certificate.
• Grade B, corresponding to 3.50–4.49 points on the specified seven-point scale, is treated as 55%. Candidates who obtained both their Master's and Ph.D. before 19 September 1991 are eligible with at least 50% marks.

• Open the official IUST website and access the recruitment/application portal from 02.11.2026.
• Read Advertisement No. 09 of 2026 and register using a valid email address and mobile number. Retain your login credentials.
• Complete the personal, qualification, experience and other applicable sections; details omitted from the relevant fields will not be considered.
• Review all entries before final submission because submitted forms cannot be edited.
• Submit the online form by 02.12.2026 and pay Rs. 1,000 online unless you qualify for the PwD fee exemption.
• Print the submitted application and attach self-attested supporting documents in the order of the serial numbers generated for the entries.
• Ensure that the complete hard-copy application reaches the office of the Registrar, IUST, by 4:00 PM on 07.12.2026, including applications sent by post.
• If currently employed, route the application through your employer.

Recruitment scope

IUST has issued Detailed Advertisement Notice No. 09 of 2026, dated 29.10.2026, for 48 Assistant Professor positions. The recruitment covers 20 departments and centres, including languages, sciences, engineering, management, AYUSH Sciences, Planning, Geomatics, Molecular Medicines and KAST. KAST accounts for seven vacancies across Software Engineering, Solar PV, Food Technology, Mechanical Engineering and E&CE.

Check the exact discipline requirement

Applicants should match their degrees to the specific department rather than rely on a single university-wide qualification. Many departments specify a relevant Master's degree with 55% marks, while engineering and professional disciplines have different combinations of degrees and grades. KAST requires a Ph.D. and first class or equivalent throughout the preceding degrees. The starred Mathematical Sciences vacancies specifically require Data Sciences, Actuarial Sciences, Statistics or Applied Statistics qualifications.

Complete both application stages

Online registration begins on 02.11.2026 and closes on 02.12.2026. Use a valid email address and mobile number, complete every applicable field, and check the preview carefully: editing is not permitted after submission. The processing fee is Rs. 1,000, with an exemption for PwD candidates.

After online submission, print the form and arrange self-attested enclosures in the sequence of the generated entry numbers. The Registrar's office must receive the complete hard copy by 07.12.2026 at 4:00 PM. Posting it before the deadline is not sufficient if it arrives late. Applicants already in employment must forward their application through their employer.

Supporting evidence and screening

Prepare the detailed CV, qualification records, applicable category certificate and experience certificates. Ph.D. holders need the prescribed Annexure certification; foreign degree holders must provide the relevant equivalence certificate. Originals must be produced at the interview.

Experience is assessed as on the application deadline. Time spent obtaining a PG, M.Phil. or Ph.D. does not count as teaching or research experience, although teaching alongside a research degree without leave can count with a Registrar's certificate.

The University may shortlist applicants using its scorecard before interview. Interview details will be announced through the official website or email, and no TA/DA is payable. Reservation follows UT of Jammu & Kashmir rules, including 4% horizontal reservation for persons with disabilities, subject to suitable candidates being available.