Read the IIT Kanpur faculty notice
Confirm the category, department, PhD, experience and document conditions on the official drive page before using the Pingala faculty application portal.
The IIT Kanpur special recruitment page and faculty application portal were checked on 6 October 2026. This drive is limited to the reserved categories named in the official notice, and applications close on 31 October 2026.
Important official links
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| What you need | Status | Official link |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Kanpur Special Recruitment Drive 2026-001 | active | Open official page ↗ |
| IIT Kanpur faculty application portal | active | Open official page ↗ |
| IIT Kanpur current faculty openings | active | Open official page ↗ |
Recruitment at a glance
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
|---|---|
| Official title | Special Recruitment Drive 2026-001 for Assistant Professor positions |
| Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Current status | Live |
More details
Vacancy details
Total posts: Backlog vacancies across the listed departments; a single total is not stated on the main drive page
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Role | Assistant Professor |
| Categories | SC, ST, OBC, PwD and EWS |
Eligibility
- PhD with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree in an appropriate branch, along with a very good academic record throughout.
Other essential conditions
- This special recruitment drive is for SC, ST, OBC, PwD and EWS candidates only.
- Applicants must upload the applicable category certificate.
- Candidates employed in Government or semi-Government organizations must provide a no-objection certificate as required.
Application fee and pay
| Application fee | Not stated on the official drive page |
|---|
Pay: Assistant Professor Grade I: Academic Pay Level 12, basic pay ₹1,01,500 to ₹1,67,400. Assistant Professor Grade II on contract: Level 11 basic pay ₹89,900 to ₹1,17,200 or Level 10 basic pay ₹89,800 to ₹98,200, according to the official experience conditions. Applicable allowances and institute benefits are additional.
Selection process
- Departmental faculty-group review of the application.
- Seminar and referee input for shortlisted candidates.
- Further shortlisting through the department and institute faculty affairs committees, followed by interview.
What to do, step by step
- Confirm special-drive eligibility
Open the official IIT Kanpur Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 page and verify that your category, discipline, PhD and preceding-degree record meet the stated conditions.
- Choose the correct department
Review the listed engineering, science, humanities, management, design, sustainability and interdisciplinary departments before starting the faculty form.
- Prepare academic and category documents
Keep degree records, CV, research and teaching details, publications, category certificate, references and any required NOC ready for upload.
- Apply online by 31 October
Submit the application through the official IIT Kanpur Pingala faculty recruitment portal by 31 October 2026 and save the final acknowledgement.
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Important dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official source checked | 6 October 2026 | completed |
| Online application deadline | 31 October 2026 | open |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for IIT Kanpur Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
The Special Recruitment Drive 2026-001 application deadline is 31 October 2026.
Who can apply for the IIT Kanpur special recruitment drive?
The drive is specifically for eligible SC, ST, OBC, PwD and EWS candidates who meet the academic and department requirements stated by IIT Kanpur.
What qualification is required for IIT Kanpur faculty recruitment 2026?
The official page requires a PhD with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree in an appropriate branch and a very good academic record.
Where should I apply for IIT Kanpur Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
Apply through IIT Kanpur’s official Pingala faculty recruitment portal linked from the special-drive page. Do not use an unofficial form or payment link.