IMSc Chennai Faculty Recruitment 2026 — 10 Posts, Apply by 15 Nov

The Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc), Chennai, an aided institute of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India, and a national centre for fundamental research in the theoretical sciences, has released Advertisement No. 04-R/IMSc/2026, dated 01 October 2026, for 10 regular faculty vacancies at the levels of Fellow-E and Reader-F. Candidates with a PhD and 2 years (Fellow-E) or 5 years (Reader-F) of postdoctoral experience, aged up to 35 or 38 years respectively on the last date, can apply online until 18:00 hrs on 15 November 2026. This is a Tamil Nadu central government job opportunity for researchers in Pure Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, Theoretical Computer Science and Computational Biology. Selected faculty will conduct research, mentor PhD students, teach in IMSc's PhD and integrated PhD programmes and take part in administrative activities. The selection process for IMSc 2026 begins with screening of applications, followed by evaluation reports from experts, a research seminar and interaction with IMSc faculty for shortlisted candidates, and a final recommendation by the Selection Committee. Pay is at Pay Level 12 for Fellow-E and Pay Level 13 for Reader-F under Central Government pay scales and allowances, with off-campus accommodation subject to availability and House Rent Allowance otherwise, and no application fee is mentioned in the notification. Candidates for IMSc Faculty Recruitment 2026 must apply only through the Institute's online portal at imsc.res.in/frecruit, uploading a single PDF containing their CV, publication list, research interests and research plan, along with the names of 3 academic referees. Candidates must read the complete official notification PDF before applying, since hard copies and email applications are not accepted, since meeting the minimum eligibility does not guarantee shortlisting, and since the Institute may choose not to fill positions in any area.

Fellow - E — PhD with 2 years of postdoctoral experience. Reader - F — PhD with 5 years of postdoctoral experience. The PhD should be in an area relevant to the advertised research fields: Pure Mathematics; Theoretical Physics, particularly quantum matter and information; Theoretical Computer Science, including theory of cryptography, theoretical foundations of AI/ML and mathematical aspects of quantum computing; and Computational Biology. The period of experience is counted up to the last date for receipt of applications. Minimum percentage is not specified, and the notification does not name specific degree titles beyond the PhD and research areas.

Maximum 35 years (Fellow - E); Maximum 38 years (Reader - F); as on the last date for receipt of applications

• Fellow - E (Pay Level 12) — PhD with 2 years of postdoctoral experience; maximum age 35 years
• Reader - F (Pay Level 13) — PhD with 5 years of postdoctoral experience; maximum age 38 years
• Research areas advertised: Pure Mathematics; Theoretical Physics (quantum matter and information); Theoretical Computer Science (including cryptography theory, theoretical foundations of AI/ML and quantum computing mathematics); Computational Biology
• Age is reckoned as on the last date for receipt of applications, and age relaxation rules are not stated in the summary reviewed
• Application Fee: Not mentioned in the notification
• Job Type: Regular faculty positions on direct recruitment, governed by Central Government rules for leave and similar policies
• Pension: Selected candidates are covered by the National Pension Scheme, with a 10% employee contribution and a 14% Government contribution
• Candidates working in Government, Semi-Government, Public Undertakings or Autonomous Bodies should apply through proper channel and enclose a No Objection Certificate from the present employer
• A valid email ID must be provided and kept active, since IMSc sends further communication only to the registered email address
• Vacancy count: the official notification shows 10 vacancies in a single cell covering both posts, while one aggregator table adds them up as 20, so candidates should confirm the post-wise split in the notification PDF
• Women candidates and candidates from unrepresented groups are encouraged to apply
• Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline are rejected, and canvassing in any form leads to disqualification
• The Institute reserves the right to pre-screen applications and to process only those found suitable, so candidates should present their research record and plan clearly in the single PDF
• Applications must be complete at the time of submission, since incomplete applications are not considered and no further documents are requested by post
• Candidates should keep their referees informed in advance, since the 3 academic referees are contacted directly by the Institute during evaluation

Not mentioned in the notification

Pay Level 12 (Fellow - E); Pay Level 13 (Reader - F); Central Government pay scales and allowances, with off-campus accommodation subject to availability or HRA

1. Visit the official IMSc website: https://www.imsc.res.in, and open the faculty recruitment page for Advertisement No. 04-R/IMSc/2026.
2. Read the notification carefully and confirm your research area, postdoctoral experience and age against the post.
3. Prepare a single PDF containing your CV with date of birth, nationality, current affiliation, and postal and email addresses.
4. Add a complete list of publications, a description of current research interests and a research plan to the same PDF.
5. Collect the names and contact details of 3 academic referees, who will be contacted directly by the Institute.
6. Open the online application portal: https://www.imsc.res.in/frecruit/.
7. Upload the PDF and submit before 18:00 hrs on 15 November 2026, and keep the confirmation.
8. Wait for communication on the registered email ID about screening, the research seminar and the interaction with faculty.