Atal Bihari Vajpayee Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management Gwalior (ABV IIITM Gwalior) is inviting applications for the post of Assistant Professor Grade-I. This recruitment drive aims to fill 24 faculty vacancies across various categories at Pay Level 12.
Interested candidates holding a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline and meeting the prescribed academic experience criteria can apply online before the closing date. After submitting the online application, candidates are required to send a hard copy of the application form to the institute.
ABV IIITM Gwalior Recruitment 2026: Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 21st September 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 12th October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy | 21st October 2026 |
Vacancy Details
There are 24 total vacancies announced for the post of Assistant Professor Grade-I. The category-wise distribution is detailed below:
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 1 |
| SC | 2 |
| ST | 7 |
| OBC-NCL | 7 |
| EWS | 7 |
| Total | 24 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must carefully check the educational requirements, institutional qualifications, and age limits before filling out the application form.
Educational Qualification & Requirements
To be eligible for Assistant Professor Grade-I, you must satisfy all the following essential criteria:
- Degree & Marks: Ph.D. in the relevant discipline with First Class in all preceding degrees from Undergraduate (UG) level onwards. If First Class is not explicitly awarded or mentioned on your degree, you must have at least 6.5 CGPA/CPI on a 10-point scale or minimum 60% marks in aggregate.
- Institute Credentials: At least one degree from graduation onward must be from a premier institution (IISc, IITs, IIITs, NITs, IIMs, ISI, IISERs), OR you should currently be working in a regular pay scale at one of these institutes. Candidates with Ph.D. or preceding degrees from abroad are eligible if the degree is from a National University/Institute of the respective country or an institution ranked up to 500 in the QS/THE World Rankings.
- Research & Project Experience: At least two published papers in SCI Journals outside your Ph.D. work, and one ongoing sponsored research project (for candidates applying from academia).
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Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 35 years.
- Relaxation: Fresh appointments beyond 35 years are generally discouraged. However, relaxation may be considered for candidates possessing an exceptionally brilliant research career alongside an ongoing or approved externally funded research project.
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Level 12 (Rs. 101,500 - Rs. 167,400) plus applicable allowances as per Central Government and Institute rules.
Application Fee Matrix
| Category | Application Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General, OBC-NCL, EWS | Rs. 1000 |
| Reserved Categories (SC, ST, PwD, Female) | Rs. 500 |
Selection Process
The recruitment process for Assistant Professor Grade-I consists of three main evaluation stages:
- Screening: Initial shortlisting based on educational background, research publication quality, and project credentials.
- Teaching and Research Presentation: Shortlisted candidates present their research contributions and demonstrate teaching effectiveness before a expert committee.
- Personal Interview: Final interview round conducted by the Selection Committee to assess overall fit for the academic discipline.
How to Apply
Follow these step-by-step instructions to register and complete your submission:
- Visit the official recruitment portal of ABV IIITM Gwalior Recruitment Portal.
- Register yourself using a valid email ID and phone number.
- Fill in your personal details, academic history from UG to Ph.D., research publications, and sponsored project details in the online portal.
- Pay the required application fee online based on your reservation category.
- Review all entered details carefully and submit the online application form before 12th October 2026.
- Download and print the completed application summary.
- Attach self-attested copies of all mark sheets, degree certificates, research publication covers, and proof of sponsored projects.
- Send the physical hard copy packet to the designated postal address of ABV IIITM Gwalior so that it reaches on or before 21st October 2026.
You can refer to the official notification PDF via the IIITM Gwalior Notification PDF or visit the main institute site at ABV IIITM Official Website.
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