IIT Madras Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 — Faculty Positions (40 Posts)

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), Chennai — India's #1 ranked engineering institute — has released the notification for 40 Assistant Professor positions across various departments including Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, Civil, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Humanities, Management, and Biotechnology. IIT Madras offers world-class research infrastructure, competitive salary, faculty housing in a lush green 617-acre campus, medical facilities, and international collaboration opportunities. Selected candidates will contribute to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate programs, guide Ph.D students, and lead research projects. Selection through shortlisting based on academic credentials + technical seminar + interview with department selection committee.

Ph.D in relevant discipline from a recognized university/IIT/IISc + minimum 3 years post-doctoral research/teaching experience + strong publication record in reputed international journals

Up to 45 years (varies by department); relaxation for exceptional candidates and reserved categories

• Ph.D in relevant discipline from a recognized university.
• Minimum 3 years post-Ph.D research/teaching experience.
• Strong publication record in Scopus/Web of Science indexed journals.
• Age up to 45 years (relaxation for exceptional candidates).

As per notification — paid online

Pay Level 12 (₹1,01,500 – ₹1,67,400) + DA + HRA + NPA (for medical faculty) + Research Grants. Starting CTC ~₹2 lakh/month + faculty housing

1. Visit iitm.ac.in → Faculty Positions.
2. Register on the online application portal.
3. Upload CV, publications list, teaching statement, research proposal, and reference letters.
4. Submit before 15 October 2026.