Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur has officially announced a Special Drive for Faculty Recruitment against Backlog Reserved Vacancies on Mission Mode with 16 openings under Advertisement No. RO/MY/26/14 dated 20/05/2026. Eligible Indian Nationals holding a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline with First Class in preceding degrees can apply online through the SAMARTH Portal from 20-05-2026 to 12-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm.
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST) Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India, has invited Online Recruitment Applications for faculty positions against Backlog Reserved Vacancies [SC, ST and OBC(NCL)] at the level of Assistant Professor Grade II (Level 10), Assistant Professor Grade I (Level 12), Associate Professor (Level 13A2) and Professor (Level 14A) in various Academic Units under Advertisement No. RO/MY/26/14. A total of 16 backlog vacancies have been notified, and candidates can apply online through the SAMARTH portal from 20-05-2026 to 12-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm.
IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
Great opportunity for Ph.D. holders with excellent academic background to join IIEST Shibpur as Faculty against Backlog Reserved Vacancies under Advertisement No. RO/MY/26/14. Apply online for 16 posts from 20-05-2026 to 12-06-2026.
IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 16 backlog vacancies have been notified for Faculty posts in various Academic Units of IIEST Shibpur. Reservation is available category-wise (SC, ST, OBC-NCL), and PwD reservation is applicable as per Central Government Rules.
Abbreviations: SC – Scheduled Castes, ST – Scheduled Tribes, OBC (NCL) – Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer), PwD – Persons with Disabilities. PwD reservation is applicable as per Central Government Rules within overall vacancies.
Post-wise Essential Qualifications Summary
IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of application, i.e. 12-06-2026. Mere possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee shortlisting for Teaching & Research Seminar and/or Personal Interview.
IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
All qualifications, experience, and age limit will be considered as on the last date of receiving application, i.e. 12-06-2026. Fresh appointment beyond the age of 60 years is discouraged except in cases of faculty with exceptional research, industrial, and/or academic career.
IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The application fee is to be paid online only and is non-refundable. The fee is per Department per post applied. Applications without requisite fee payment details are liable to rejection.
IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be made through a three-stage process. All eligibility conditions and shortlisting criteria are determined by the respective Academic Units in accordance with ACoFAR guidelines.
Stage 1 – Scrutiny and Shortlisting
Applications will be scrutinized and shortlisted by the respective Academic Units based on advertised criteria, qualifications, experience, research contributions, publications, and departmental requirements. The final shortlist will be published on the Institute website and shortlisted candidates will be invited via email only.
Stage 2 – Teaching & Research Seminar
Candidates shortlisted in Stage 1 will deliver a Teaching and Research Seminar before a committee approved by the Competent Authority at the respective Academic Units. Personal presence is mandatory for all applicants residing in India. The Stage 2 shortlist will be published on the Institute website.
Stage 3 – Personal Interview
Applicants shortlisted in Stage 2 will be invited via email only to appear for a personal interview before the duly constituted Selection Committee. Personal presence at the interview is mandatory for all applicants residing in India.
Who should NOT apply for IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates who do not hold a Ph.D. in the relevant/equivalent discipline from a recognized University/Institute.
- Candidates who do not have First Class in all preceding degrees (bachelor’s degree onwards).
- Candidates expecting reservation benefits without valid category certificates in the prescribed format (OBC(NCL) certificate must be dated on or after April 1, 2026).
- OBC candidates belonging to the Creamy Layer.
- Candidates whose most recent Ph.D. degree is from IIEST Shibpur without a 3-year gap since leaving the Institute.
- Candidates who cannot produce all required supporting documents and proof for claimed credit points.
- Candidates who submit applications only through SAMARTH Portal or only through Google Form (both are mandatory).
- Candidates who provide incomplete, incorrect, or unverifiable academic or experience details in the application form.
Common mistakes / What to check before applying IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026?
- Not submitting the application through both SAMARTH Portal and Google Form — both submissions are mandatory.
- Missing the Google Form deadline (19-06-2026), which is different from the SAMARTH Portal deadline (12-06-2026).
- Uploading incorrect photo, signature, or unreadable/incomplete documents.
- Not arranging all documents as a single PDF file in the prescribed order (Annexure-4) before submitting through Google Form.
- Submitting OBC (NCL) certificate issued before April 1, 2026 — it will be rejected.
- Not entering credit points accurately or failing to attach supporting documents for each credit point claimed.
- Candidates applying for more than one department/position must submit separate Application Forms for each.
- Not informing referees in advance — the Institute will seek recommendation letters directly and referees must respond within 15 days.
How to Apply for IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply through both the SAMARTH Portal at https://iiestsrec.samarth.edu.in and the Google Form at https://forms.gle/Mw6tKmTjTrP3Q3oW6. Applications submitted only through SAMARTH Portal or only through Google Form will not be considered.
Documents to be Uploaded at the time of Online Application:
- Valid proof for Indian Citizenship / OCI.
- Valid proof for Date of Birth (preferably 10th Certificate).
- SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwD Certificate, if applicable.
- 10th and 12th Class / Diploma mark sheets and certificates.
- Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree semester-wise mark sheets and degree certificates.
- Ph.D. Degree Certificate or proof of completion of viva voce with date.
- Experience Certificates from previous employers, if any.
- Endorsement from present employer / NOC, if applicable.
- Application Fee receipt / Transaction Details.
- Credit Point Verification Sheet (Annexure-2) with all supporting documents.
- Any other documents in support of claims made in the application form.
After final submission through SAMARTH Portal, download the filled Application Form and compile all documents as a single PDF file in the prescribed order (as per Annexure-4) and submit through Google Form on or before 19-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm. The complete application with all supporting documents must also be produced in original at the time of Interview.
Apply Online at: https://iiestsrec.samarth.edu.in
For recruitment-related queries, candidates may contact: [email protected]. Queries through any other mode will not be entertained.
Important Instructions for IIEST Shibpur Faculty Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Online applications through SAMARTH Portal are open from 20-05-2026 to 12-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm.
- Google Form submissions are accepted up to 19-06-2026 up to 11:55 pm.
- Both SAMARTH Portal and Google Form submissions are mandatory; applications with only one submission will be rejected.
- All eligibility conditions will be determined as on 12-06-2026.
- Candidates applying for more than one department/position must submit separate application forms for each.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification of candidature.
- Incorrect information in the application may lead to cancellation or termination of candidature/appointment.
- Any dispute regarding the selection/recruitment process will be subject to Courts/Tribunals having jurisdiction over Kolkata.
- Appointment orders will be issued by IIEST Shibpur after completion of the selection process.