Job Description

Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur, invites applications from eligible Indian Nationals for the post of Professor (Level-14A) in various departments for the academic year 2025. VNIT is a centrally funded technical institution of national importance, known for its academic excellence and research contributions.

About the Institute

Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur, formerly known as REC Nagpur and VRCE, is one of India’s premier engineering and research institutions. Established in June 1960 and located in Nagpur, Maharashtra, VNIT is named after the eminent engineer and statesman, Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya. It consistently ranks among the top 15 engineering institutions in India.

Job Title

Professor (Pay Level-14A, AGP 10500)

Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology Nagpur Professor Positions

Departments Offering Vacancies

Applications are invited for the position of Professor in the following departments and centres:

  • Applied Mechanics
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Centre for VLSI and Nanotechnology
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
  • Mining Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Humanities & Social Sciences
  • Architecture & Planning

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  • Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.

Experience

  • Minimum 10 years post-Ph.D. experience OR
  • 13 years of total experience with at least:
    • 07 years after Ph.D., and
    • 03 years as Associate Professor with pay level 13A2 (AGP 9500)
    • or 04 years with pay level 13A1 (AGP 9000)
    • or a combination of both in a reputed academic institution/R&D lab/industry.

Pay Scale

  • Pay Level: 14A (AGP 10500)

Important Dates

  • Detailed notification release: 4th July 2025
  • Online application starts: 7th July 2025
  • Last date to apply online: 25th August 2025 (11:30 p.m.)
  • Last date to receive hard copy: 1st September 2025 (5:30 p.m.)

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must follow both online and offline application processes:

Online Application:

  • Visit https://vnitrec.samarth.edu.in/
  • Register and complete the application process through the portal.
  • Print the completed application form and self-attest all uploaded documents.

Offline Submission (Hard Copy):

  • Ensure all pages of the application form and documents are:
    • Self-attested
    • Serially numbered
    • Total page count mentioned on the first page
  • Send the printed form and documents via Speed/Registered Post or submit in person to:
    The Registrar,
    Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology,
    South Ambazari Road,
    Nagpur – 440010, Maharashtra
  • Superscribe the envelope as:
    Application for the post of ……… in the Department of ………, Application ID No. ………

Important Link:

Official Notification: CLICK HERE

Candidates are advised to read the full notification on the institute’s recruitment portal before applying.

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