IIEST Shibpur faculty recruitment 2026 is officially open, and this is one of the bigger faculty hiring drives from an Institute of National Importance this year. The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur is hiring for 42 faculty vacancies across Assistant Professor Grade II, Assistant Professor Grade I, Associate Professor and Professor levels, with salary starting from Level 10 (7th CPC) going up to Level 14A. Candidates with a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline and a first-class academic record from bachelor’s onwards can apply. Applications must be submitted through both the SAMARTH portal and a Google form, with the SAMARTH last date being June 15, 2026. Read this article carefully and go through the official notification before applying.
Information verified from official IIEST Shibpur notification No. RO/MY/26/15 dated 22.05.2026.
Quick Summary of IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation / Employer | Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur |
| Name of the Post | Assistant Professor Grade II, Assistant Professor Grade I, Associate Professor, Professor |
| Total Vacancy | 42 (number may vary) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹ Level 10, Level 12, Level 13A2, Level 14A (7th CPC) |
| Additional Salary Benefits | Pension as per Institute policy |
| Application Mode | Online (SAMARTH portal + Google form) |
| Eligibility | Ph.D. in relevant discipline with first class from bachelor’s onwards |
| Selection Process | Scrutiny & Shortlisting → Teaching & Research Seminar → Personal Interview |
| Place of Posting | Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal |
| Government / Private / Contract | Government (Institute of National Importance) |
| Last Date of Application | 15.06.2026 (SAMARTH); 22.06.2026 (Google form) |
| Who Can Apply | Both Freshers and Experienced (depending on post) |
| Interview / Exam Date | Date will be intimated to shortlisted candidates |
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About IIEST Shibpur
The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India. It runs academic programmes across engineering, science, architecture, and emerging interdisciplinary schools. For a candidate, that means a centrally funded position with structured pay levels and a formal pension policy.
Important Dates for IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026
The IIEST Shibpur faculty recruitment 2026 has two separate deadlines — one for the SAMARTH portal and another for the Google form. Both must be completed for a valid application. Missing either deadline means the application will not be considered, so it is wise to finish the SAMARTH submission well before June 15 and keep documents ready for the Google form upload by June 22.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date of online application (SAMARTH portal) | 22.05.2026 |
| Last date of online application (SAMARTH portal) | 15.06.2026 (up to 11:55 pm) |
| Last date of submission through Google form | 22.06.2026 (up to 11:55 pm) |
Vacancy Details & Salary
The total number of vacancies is around 42, spread across multiple academic units and four faculty cadres. The number may increase or decrease without notice. Here’s the breakdown of posts, total vacancy and salary for your reference.
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade II | Approx. 42 (combined across all 4 posts) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | -do- | Level 12 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor | -do- | Level 13A2 (7th CPC) |
| Professor | -do- | Level 14A (7th CPC) |
Reservation: SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, OBC (NCL): 27%, EWS: 10%. PwD reservation as per GoI rules.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for IIEST Shibpur faculty posts include education and experience requirements. Candidates should make sure they meet all the conditions before applying.
Educational Qualification
- All new entrants must have a Ph.D. in the relevant or equivalent discipline.
- Candidates must have First Class in all preceding degrees from bachelor’s onwards.
- Degrees must be awarded by a recognised University or Institute.
- Candidates who obtained their Ph.D. directly after B.E./B.Tech. are also eligible.
- For the Department of Architecture at Assistant Professor Grade II level: M.Arch./M.Plan./M.Des. with 1 year professional experience is the essential qualification (credit point requirement is waived at this level).
- Department-wise specialisations are listed in Annexure-1 of the official notification.
Experience Requirement (Post-wise)
- Assistant Professor Grade II (Level 10): Ph.D., no experience required.
- Assistant Professor Grade I (Level 12): Ph.D. + 3 years after Ph.D. OR 6 years total teaching/research experience. Minimum 20 credit points.
- Associate Professor (Level 13A2): Ph.D. + 6 years after Ph.D., of which at least 3 years at Assistant Professor level with AGP ₹8000. Minimum 50 credit points.
- Professor (Level 14A): Ph.D. + 10 years after Ph.D. OR 13 years total, of which 7 must be after Ph.D., with at least 3 years at Associate Professor level (AGP ₹9500) or 4 years at AGP ₹9000. Minimum 80 credit points.
Important: Candidates who obtained their most recent Ph.D. from IIEST Shibpur are not eligible, unless there is a gap of 3 years between leaving the Institute and the last date of application.
Selection Process
The IIEST Shibpur recruitment 2026 follows a three-stage selection procedure. All eligible applications received by the last date will be considered. Personal presence is mandatory for candidates residing in India at the seminar and interview stages.
- Stage 1 — Scrutiny and Shortlisting: Applications are scrutinised by the respective Academic Units based on advertised criteria, qualifications, experience, research contributions and publications. The shortlist is approved by ACoFAR.
- Stage 2 — Teaching & Research Seminar: Shortlisted candidates deliver a presentation before a committee approved by the Competent Authority at the respective Academic Unit.
- Stage 3 — Personal Interview: Candidates who clear Stage 2 are invited via email to appear before the duly constituted Selection Committee.
Practical insight: Candidates currently working in Government Departments, Public Sector Enterprises or Autonomous Bodies must carry an updated Vigilance Clearance Certificate during physical document verification, and must either route the application through proper channel or submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the interview.
Application Fee
The application processing fee is non-refundable and must be paid online per department per post. Candidates applying to more than one department/post must pay separately each time.
- General / OBC (NCL) / EWS: ₹2,500
- SC / ST / PwD: ₹1,250
- Indian Nationals applying from abroad (all categories): ₹5,000
- Payment Mode: Online payment through SAMARTH portal
Application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
How to Apply for IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026
To apply for IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026, register on the SAMARTH portal (iiestsrec.samarth.edu.in), fill the form, pay the fee, and submit by 15.06.2026. Then upload the signed application as a single PDF via the Google form by 22.06.2026.
The application requires submission on two platforms — both are mandatory. Submission on only one platform will lead to rejection.
- Visit the SAMARTH portal: https://iiestsrec.samarth.edu.in
- Register and fill the online Application Form with correct details for every field.
- Upload all required certificates, testimonials, documents and publications.
- Pay the non-refundable application processing fee online.
- Submit the SAMARTH application on or before 15.06.2026 (11:55 pm).
- Download the filled Application Form after final submission.
- Arrange self-attested photocopies of all certificates, the Check List (Annexure-3), and the Credit Point Summary (Annexure-2) in the order given in Annexure-4.
- Combine all documents into a single PDF file.
- Submit this single PDF through the Google form: https://forms.gle/YA3YXrZNY8F4oJoJ6 on or before 22.06.2026 (11:55 pm).
- Candidates applying for more than one Department or position must submit separate applications on both SAMARTH and the Google form.
- The complete application with all supporting documents must be carried at the time of interview.
For any queries, write only to recruitment@faculty.iiests.ac.in. Queries through other channels will not be entertained.
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Important Links
Candidates applying for IIEST Shibpur Faculty posts are advised to visit the important links below for the official PDF and application form:
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Apply Online (SAMARTH portal) | Apply Online IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 |
| Google Form Submission | Submit Google Form |
Should You Apply IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Ph.D. holders with strong publications and first-class academic records should apply for the Faculty posts at IIEST Shibpur — the Level 10 to Level 14A pay structure and Institute of National Importance status make it a high-value vacancy. Competition will be sharp because Assistant Professor Grade II has no minimum experience bar, drawing fresh Ph.D.s nationwide. Flexible faculty recruitment also lets internal faculty apply for higher cadres, raising the bar further.
FAQs – IIEST Shibpur Faculty Jobs 2026
Can a candidate apply for more than one department at IIEST Shibpur?
Yes. Candidates applying for more than one department or position must submit separate Application Forms on both the SAMARTH portal and the Google form, and pay the application processing fee separately for each post applied.
Is submitting only the SAMARTH application enough?
No. Applications submitted only through SAMARTH or only through the Google form will be rejected. Both submissions are mandatory — SAMARTH by 15.06.2026 and the consolidated single PDF via Google form by 22.06.2026.
Are candidates above 60 years of age eligible to apply?
Fresh appointment beyond 60 years is generally discouraged. However, candidates with exceptional research, industrial or academic credentials may be considered. Age, qualifications and experience are reckoned as on the last date of receiving the application.
Will visiting or guest faculty experience be counted as work experience?
No. Experience on a part-time, daily-wage, visiting, guest or temporary basis is not counted. Only regular positions with a pay scale, served for more than six months in eligible institutions listed in the notification, qualify as valid work experience.
What happens if a candidate applies in EWS category without a valid certificate?
If the OBC (NCL) or EWS certificate is not issued on or after April 1, 2026, the application will be considered under the Unreserved (UR) category only. A valid caste certificate from a competent authority is mandatory for reservation benefits.