IIT Guwahati, situated on a 285-hectare campus along the Brahmaputra River, has emerged as one of India’s premier engineering institutes. Known for its academic excellence and rising global reputation, the institute offers highly competitive compensation packages for both teaching and non-teaching staff.
This guide provides a structured breakdown of faculty salaries, staff pay scales, benefits, and the institute’s latest global rankings in 2025.
Faculty Salary Structure at IIT Guwahati
Professors
- Compensation aligned with the 7th Central Pay Commission
- Salary range: ₹18.0 – ₹22.0 lakhs annually
- Basic Pay: ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 per month
- Pay Levels:
- Professor (Level 14A): ₹1,59,100 (starting)
- Professor (HAG – Level 15): Higher administrative pay
Associate Professors
- Pay Level: 13A2
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹1,39,600
- Historic range: ₹42,800 – ₹57,160 + ₹9,500 grade pay
Assistant Professors
- Grade I (Level 12): Requires at least 3 years of post-PhD experience
- Grade II (Levels 10 & 11): For candidates with less than 3 years of post-PhD experience
- Starting Pay: ₹70,900 – ₹75,300, rising to ₹1,01,500 after 3 years
Non-Teaching Staff Salary Structure
IIT Guwahati also maintains a strong administrative and technical workforce categorized into Groups A, B, and C.
Senior Administrative Roles
- Director: Pay Level 17
- Registrar: Pay Level 14
- Joint Registrar: Pay Level 13
- Deputy Registrar: Pay Level 12
Technical & Support Roles
- Chief Technical Officer: Pay Level 14
- Senior Technical Officer: Pay Level 12
- Technical Officer Grade I: Pay Level 11
- Assistant Technical Officer: ₹84,900 – ₹87,400
Engineering & Infrastructure Staff
- Superintending Engineer: Pay Level 13
- Executive Engineer: Pay Level 11
- Assistant Engineer: Pay Level 10
- Support staff roles are available from Pay Level 03 onwards
IIT Guwahati Global Rankings 2025
QS World University Rankings 2025
- Global Rank: 344th (20-place jump from 2024)
- Research Citations: 42nd globally
- Employer Reputation: 295th
- Academic Reputation: 480th
2026 Update: IIT Guwahati further improved to 334th position, ranked 8th among IITs.
Other Rankings
- CWUR 2025: 948th globally (Top 4.5% worldwide)
- THE World Rankings 2025: 801–1000 band
- NIRF 2025:
- 10th in Research Rankings
- 8th in Engineering (slipped one place from 7th in 2024)
Faculty Benefits and Perks
Alongside competitive pay, faculty at IIT Guwahati enjoy a range of benefits:
- Housing Facilities or HRA: 8–30% of basic pay
- Dearness Allowance (DA): As per government norms
- Medical Coverage: For faculty and dependents
- Research Support: Grants and conference travel funding
- Transportation Allowance: Provided as per rules
- Professional Development: Sabbaticals, industry consultancy, and global collaborations
How to Apply for Faculty Positions at IIT Guwahati
Interested candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official recruitment portal.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal, academic, and professional details
- Upload required documents: CV, publications, and experience certificates
- Select your preferred department and post
- Submit the form and keep a copy for reference
Note: Applicants should regularly check the institute’s recruitment page for updates on vacancies, eligibility, and deadlines.
