Islamic University of Science & Technology, Awantipora, Kashmir has invited online applications for engagement of Contractual Assistant Professors on academic arrangement. The engagement is for teaching, research and allied academic activities in various departments.
The appointment is purely on contractual basis for the year 2026 or till the post is filled on substantive basis, whichever is earlier. Interested candidates must apply online and submit the hard copy within the prescribed dates.
Overview of IUST Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Islamic University of Science & Technology, Awantipora |
| Advertisement No. | IUST/Academics/26/322 |
| Post Name | Contractual Assistant Professor |
| Category | University Recruitment |
| Type | Contractual (Academic Arrangement) |
| Application Mode | Online + Hard Copy Submission |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting and Interview (As per UGC Regulations 2018) |
| Emoluments | Rs 50,000/- per month |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know about departments, eligibility, important dates and selection process.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates:
| Notification Date | 27-02-2026 |
| Start Date of Online Application | 27-02-2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application (Extended) | 08-03-2026 (Sunday) |
| Last Date of Hard Copy Submission (Extended) | 09-03-2026 (Monday) |
Vacancy Details of IUST Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
| Department / Subject |
| Computer Science & Engineering |
| Civil Engineering |
| Mechanical Engineering |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Artificial Intelligence |
| Computer Science |
| Architecture (Structural Engineering) |
| Management Studies |
Eligibility Criteria of IUST Assistant Professor Vacancies
| Department | Educational Qualification |
| Computer Science & Engineering | B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. or Integrated M.Tech in relevant branch with first class in any one degree and Ph.D as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 or from recognized foreign/top 500 ranked university. |
| Civil Engineering | As per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 with required Engineering qualifications and Ph.D in relevant discipline. |
| Mechanical Engineering | As per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 with required Engineering qualifications and Ph.D in relevant discipline. |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | As per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 with required Engineering qualifications and Ph.D in relevant discipline. |
| Artificial Intelligence | Master’s degree with 55% in relevant subject or Engineering degree with first class and Ph.D as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 or recognized foreign/top 500 ranked university. |
| Computer Science | Master’s degree with 55% in Computer Science/IT/Computer Applications and Ph.D as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 or recognized foreign/top 500 ranked university. |
| Architecture (Structural Engineering) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering and M.E./M.Tech in Structural Engineering with first class and Ph.D as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 or recognized foreign/top 500 ranked university. Registration with Council of Architecture required. |
| Management Studies | Master’s degree with 55% in concerned subject and Ph.D as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 or recognized foreign/top 500 ranked university. |
Application Fee
Non-refundable application fee of Rs 500/- is to be paid online through debit card, credit card or net banking.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online through the University website www.iust.ac.in.
After submitting the online application and paying the fee, candidates must submit the hard copy of the application form along with self-attested copies of documents and certificates in the offices of respective Heads of the Departments/Centers on any working day by or before the last date.
Candidature of those who fail to submit the hard copy shall not be considered.
Selection Procedure
Shortlisting shall be done as per the annexed criteria. Twenty candidates shall be shortlisted for one post and five candidates for every additional post.
Final selection shall be made strictly as per UGC Regulations 2018 (Interview only). The panel recommended by the selection committee shall remain valid for one year.
IUST Official Notification and Application Details
Official Website: www.iust.ac.in
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Application Form: APPLY ONLINE
