NITK Surathkal Faculty 2026 Notification: 84 Posts Across 14 Departments, Pay Level 10 to 14A
The National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal has released Advt. No. 5210-Advt./Faculty-NITK-Estt./2026/B1 for 84 faculty positions across 14 departments. This is one of the biggest Teaching & Faculty recruitments of 2026, covering Assistant Professor (Grade I & II), Associate Professor and Professor posts under the 7th CPC Academic Pay Levels 10, 12, 13A2 and 14A.
The online application window is open from 4 May 2026 (4:00 PM IST) to 2 June 2026 (11:59 PM IST) on nitk.ac.in/faculty-recruitment-2026. NITK is among India’s top 17 engineering institutes (NIRF-2025) and offers a faculty package with research seed grant up to Rs. 5 lakhs, professional development allowance of Rs. 3 lakhs per 3-year block, on-campus housing and full medical cover. Read on for the full department-wise breakdown, qualification rules and application steps. Bookmark GovtJobsAlert.in for all NIT updates.
Key Highlights — NIT Surathkal Faculty Recruitment 2026
NITK Surathkal is a Centrally-funded Institute of National Importance under the NITSER Act, located on a 300-acre campus in Mangaluru, Karnataka, with its own beach. The institute has over 6,500 students, 290+ faculty, and 40,000+ alumni since its founding in 1960. This recruitment will strengthen 14 academic departments — from Computer Science to Civil, Chemistry, Physics and Mining Engineering.
- Posts: Assistant Professor (Grade I & II), Associate Professor, Professor
- Total Vacancies: 84
- Departments: 14 (CH, CY, CV, CS, EE, EC, IT, MA, ME, MT, MI, PH, SM, WO)
- Pay Level: Academic Level 10 / 12 / 13A2 / 14A (7th CPC)
- Job Location: NITK Campus, Surathkal, Mangaluru, Karnataka
- Last Date to Apply: 2 June 2026 (11:59 PM)
Vacancy Breakdown — NIT Surathkal Faculty 2026
The 84 vacancies are split across faculty cadres. Assistant Professor (Grade I & II combined) accounts for the majority of openings, with one Associate Professor post in Computer Science and one Professor post in Information Technology.
| Cadre | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Grade I & II) | 10 / 12 | 82 |
| Associate Professor | 13A2 | 1 |
| Professor | 14A | 1 |
The 82 Assistant Professor vacancies are further split into 45 regular (UR-34, SC-5, OBC-1, EWS-5) and 37 backlog (SC-9, ST-8, OBC-20). PwD candidates have 2 horizontal vacancies within the regular pool.
Eligibility Criteria — NIT Surathkal Faculty 2026
Educational Qualification
The general academic structure for all 14 departments is UG + PG + PhD in the relevant discipline. The full department-wise qualification list is in the official PDF. The most common patterns:
- Engineering departments (CH, CV, CS, EE, EC, IT, ME, MT, MI, WO): B.E./B.Tech in the discipline + M.E./M.Tech in the discipline + PhD in the desired specialization
- Science departments (CY, PH): B.Sc./B.Tech with the subject as core + M.Sc./M.S. + PhD
- Mathematical and Computational Sciences (MA): UG/PG in Mathematics, Statistics, CS, IT, AI/ML, Data Science, EE, EC + PhD
- Humanities, Social Sciences & Management (SM): Any UG + MBA/PGDM/M.Sc./M.Tech/M.E. + PhD
Candidates must have secured First Class (or 60% / 6.5 CGPA equivalent) in both UG and PG. Candidates with a PhD directly after UG from reputed institutions are also eligible. NITK PhD holders can apply only after completing 3 years of post-PhD experience outside NITK. Engineering aspirants can also explore other engineering government jobs on our portal.
Experience
As per Government of India / Ministry of Education norms for the respective faculty cadres. Only regular position experience with the prescribed pay scale (minimum 6 months) is counted; part-time, daily-wage, visiting, guest or temporary faculty experience does not count.
Age Limit
There is no fixed minimum or maximum age limit. Fresh appointments beyond 60 years are encouraged only for distinguished candidates with an impactful industry-oriented R&D career. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD is as per Government of India norms.
What is the Salary for NIT Surathkal Faculty 2026?
Salaries follow the 7th CPC Academic Pay Levels with substantial allowances on top of basic pay.
- Assistant Professor Grade II: Pay Level 10, entry pay Rs. 57,700
- Assistant Professor Grade I: Pay Level 12, entry pay Rs. 1,01,500
- Associate Professor: Pay Level 13A2, entry pay Rs. 1,39,600
- Professor: Pay Level 14A, entry pay Rs. 1,59,100 (max Rs. 2,20,400)
Beyond basic pay, the package includes Dearness Allowance, Travel Allowance, LTC/HTC, Children’s Education Allowance, Professional Development Allowance of Rs. 3 lakhs per 3-year block, Research Seed Grant up to Rs. 5 lakhs for new faculty, NPS and full medical cover.
Faculty also get on-campus quarters with fibre optic internet & GAIL piped gas, an Olympic-size swimming pool, indoor/outdoor sports facilities, and access to KV/CBSE/ICSE schools inside or near campus.
What is the Selection Process for NIT Surathkal Faculty 2026?
Selection is multi-stage and rigorous, designed to test both teaching ability and research depth.
Stage 1: Application Scrutiny
A Screening Committee evaluates applications based on credentials, publications, project experience and the notified areas of specialization. Mere fulfilment of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
Stage 2: Teaching Presentation
Shortlisted candidates deliver a teaching presentation to the Selection Committee.
Stage 3: Research Presentation
Followed by a research presentation highlighting the candidate’s PhD work and ongoing/proposed research.
Stage 4: Personal Interview
Conducted by the Selection Committee. References are collected directly from referees.
Stage 5: Document Verification
Originals are verified at the time of interview. SC/ST/PwD candidates are reimbursed travel as per GoI norms. Probation is 1 year for all cadres. For better preparation, also see our preparation strategy page.
How to Apply Online for NIT Surathkal Faculty 2026?
Keep ready: government photo ID, DOB proof, all degree certificates from UG to PhD, mark cards, category certificate, experience certificates with salary slips, publication list (Scopus / Web of Science), patent and project proofs, attestation form (Annexure II), NOC for in-service candidates and fee receipt.
- Visit nitk.ac.in/faculty-recruitment-2026 and click on the recruitment link
- Register on the NITK recruitment portal
- Fill the online application form with academic, research and experience details
- Upload all required documents (ID, certificates, publications, project proofs)
- Pay the application fee online or via NEFT/RTGS to NITK SBI account
- Mention the UTR number in the application portal (mandatory)
- Submit the form and download the printed PDF copy
- Carry the printout, hand-filled Attestation Form (original) and supporting documents to the interview
Candidates applying for more than one department or pay level must submit separate application forms through the same login.
NIT Surathkal Faculty 2026 — Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 4 May 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Application Last Date | 2 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 2 June 2026 |
| Age Eligibility Cutoff | 2 June 2026 |
| OBC-NCL/EWS Certificate Validity | Issued on or after 1 April 2026 |
NIT Surathkal Faculty 2026 — Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 2,500/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 1,250/- |
Payment can be made online or through NEFT/RTGS to NITK’s SBI account (IFSC SBIN0002273, A/c 37772503911). Mention application number in the payment reference. The fee is non-refundable.
NIT Surathkal Faculty 2026 — Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for NIT Surathkal Faculty 2026
- Visit NIT Surathkal Official Website
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- Join Telegram for Karnataka Govt Jobs
If you hold a PhD with a strong publication record and dream of an academic career at a top-ranked NIT, don’t let this once-a-year window slip. Submit your application before 2 June 2026, 11:59 PM. Stay tuned to GovtJobsAlert.in for all Teaching & Faculty Jobs and Karnataka Government Jobs updates.