Job Description

IIT Bombay, Mumbai has announced the Recruitment for Assistant Professor (Grade I and II), Associate Professor, and Professor positions for the 2025 academic year. Eligible candidates may apply online for faculty jobs in various departments.

About IIT Bombay

IIT Bombay, established in 1958 with foreign assistance, is one of India’s premier technical institutes. Over the years, it has grown to become a top global technical university. It was the first IIT to receive foreign funding, thanks to UNESCO’s aid from the Soviet Union. In 1961, IITs were recognized as ‘Institutes of National Importance’ by the Indian Parliament, and since then, IIT Bombay has been at the forefront of education and research.

Job Titles:

  • Assistant Professor (Grade I and II)
  • Associate Professor
  • Professor

Departments:

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Bioscience & Bioengineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Science & Engineering
  • Earth Sciences
  • Economics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Energy Science & Engineering
  • Environmental Science & Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering & Operations Research
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science
  • Physics

Centres:

  • Ashank Desai Centre for Policy Studies
  • Centre for Climate Studies
  • Centre for Educational Technology
  • Centre for Machine Intelligence and Data Science
  • Centre for Systems & Control
  • Centre for Technology Alternatives for Rural Areas
  • Centre of Studies in Resources Engineering
  • Koita Centre for Digital Health

Schools:

  • IDC School of Design
  • Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship
  • Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management
Special Recruitment Drive at IIT Bombay

Eligibility Criteria for Teaching Positions

General Eligibility:

  • Ph.D. with a first-class or equivalent in the preceding degree, with an excellent academic record.
  • Additional criteria for each academic unit may apply.

Experience Requirements:

Assistant Professor Grade I:
  • Minimum of 3 years of post-Ph.D. experience in teaching, research, or professional work (excluding Ph.D. duration).
  • Demonstrated research capabilities through publications.
Assistant Professor Grade II:
  • Candidates who meet all criteria for Assistant Professor Grade I, except post-Ph.D. experience, may be appointed as Assistant Professor Grade II.
  • Once they meet Grade I experience, they will be promoted accordingly.
Associate Professor:
  • Minimum of 6 years of post-Ph.D. experience (3 years at Assistant Professor Grade I level).
  • Significant research output, publications in reputed journals, and Ph.D. supervision.
Professor:
  • Minimum of 10 years post-Ph.D. experience (4 years as Associate Professor level).
  • Demonstrated leadership in research, Ph.D. supervision, and an outstanding publication record.

IDC School of Design – Additional Criteria:

  • A postgraduate degree in Design/Arts/Applied Arts/Engineering/Architecture/Humanities or equivalent is required.
  • Candidates without a Ph.D. must have at least 8 years of teaching/research experience. Ph.D. must be obtained within 5 years of joining.

Job Location:

Bombay, Maharashtra

How to Apply for Special Recruitment Drive at IIT Bombay:

To apply for the recruitment at IIT Bombay, follow the steps below:

  • Step 1: Register on the online portal here by clicking on the Apply Now button.
  • Step 2: Complete the application form.
  • Step 3: Submit the application online (Hard copy submissions will not be accepted).
  • Step 4: If applicable, submit SC/ST/OBC-NCL (latest)/EWS/Disability certificate in the prescribed Government of India format.
  • Step 5: Upload educational qualifications, PhD defense certificate, and experience certificates with the application.

Important Dates:

Additional Notes:

  • Candidates who applied in the past two years may highlight significant improvements in their CV.
  • Ensure to provide a No Objection Certificate from the employer (if applicable).
  • Candidates may be shortlisted based on their qualifications, experience, and research contributions.

Important Link:

Official Notification: CLICK HERE

Contact Information:

IIT Bombay, Powai,
Mumbai 400 076,
Maharashtra, India

Visit the official website for more details.

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