Recruitment overview
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NIT Goa Faculty Recruitment 2026 is a Ministry of Education institute recruitment for 28 teaching positions under Advertisement NITGOA/RECT/2026/OW/14. The notice combines 16 Assistant Professor Grade-I/Grade-II vacancies, 8 Associate Professor vacancies and 4 Professor vacancies on one application system. Candidates can apply across CSE, ECE, EEE, Civil, Mechanical, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English according to the post and specialization available. Eligibility is not based on a PhD alone for every level: Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor Grade-I require specified post-PhD or total experience and cumulative credit points, while Assistant Professor Grade-II at Level 10 has no experience or credit-point minimum in the advertised table. उम्मीदवार online form submit करने के बाद application print, required annexures और self-attested documents को spiral bind करके prescribed address पर भेजना न भूलें; online submission alone does not complete the process.
Complete published guide
NIT Goa Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
Recruitment at a glance
| Field | Official detail |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Institute of Technology Goa (NIT Goa) |
| Advertisement | NITGOA/RECT/2026/OW/14 |
| Total vacancies | 28 faculty posts |
| Posts | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Grade-I and Grade-II |
| Job location | NIT Goa Campus, Cuncolim, South Goa |
| Online last date | 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM IST |
| Hard-copy last date | 7 October 2026, 5:00 PM IST |
| Application mode | Online form plus signed hard copy |
Important Dates
NIT Goa faculty recruitment schedule
| Event | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement published | 31 August 2026 |
| Online application closes | 30 September 2026 at 5:00 PM IST |
| Signed hard copy must reach NIT Goa | 7 October 2026 at 5:00 PM IST |
Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
Vacancies by faculty level and category
| Post | Pay level | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade-I / Grade-II (combined) | Level 12 / Level 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 16 |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A2 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| Professor | Level 14A | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Total | — | 10 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 28 |
Departments and Eligible Posts
Department-wise availability
| Department | Assistant Professor | Associate Professor | Professor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mechanical Engineering | Yes | Yes | No |
| Civil Engineering | Yes | Yes | No |
| Physics | Yes | No | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | No | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | No | Yes |
| English | Yes | No | Yes |
Eligibility and Experience by Post
Post-wise qualification rules
| Post | Core qualification | Experience requirement | Credit points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | Relevant PhD and first class in preceding degrees | 10 years after PhD or 13 years total with the prescribed post-PhD and Level 13A experience | 80 |
| Associate Professor | Relevant PhD and first class in preceding degrees | 6 years after PhD including 3 years at Level 12, or 9 years total with the stated Level 12 experience | 50 |
| Assistant Professor Grade-I | Relevant PhD and first class in preceding degrees | 3 years after PhD or 6 years total teaching and research | 20 |
| Assistant Professor Grade-II | Relevant PhD and first class in preceding degrees | No experience minimum shown in the advertised Level 10 table | 0 |
NIT Goa Faculty Salary and Pay Levels
Entry pay by post
| Post | Pay level | Entry pay | Appointment nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | Level 14A | ₹1,59,100 per month | Regular level |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A2 | ₹1,39,600 per month | Regular level |
| Assistant Professor Grade-I | Level 12 | ₹1,01,500 per month | Regular level |
| Assistant Professor Grade-II | Level 10 | ₹70,900 per month | Contract |
Application Fee
Category-wise fee
| Applicant category | Fee | Important note |
|---|---|---|
| General and OBC | ₹1,500 | Separate non-refundable fee for each post and department |
| Women candidates | ₹500 | Separate non-refundable fee for each post and department |
| SC, ST, PwD and EWS | No fee | Exempt, but a separate application is still required |
| Indian nationals residing abroad | USD 50 | Pay separately for each application |
Selection Process
- Application scrutiny for eligibility and completeness
- Shortlisting and a possible written examination
- Lecture on a core undergraduate topic
- Personal interview and research presentation
- Original-document verification and medical fitness
How to Apply Online and Send Hard Copy
- Read the official advertisement and confirm the correct post, department and specialization.
- Register or sign in at the official NIT Goa Samarth recruitment portal.
- Choose the faculty level and department; submit a separate application for every combination.
- Fill personal, academic, research, employment and credit-point details from certificates.
- Upload the required documents and pay the applicable fee.
- Submit online by 30 September 2026 at 5:00 PM IST and print the final form.
- Sign the printout, attach annexures and self-attested documents, and spiral-bind the set in the prescribed order.
- Send it so that the Registrar, NIT Goa receives it by 7 October 2026 at 5:00 PM IST.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Submitted online application printout
- Recent photograph and signature files required by the portal
- Proof of date of birth and valid photo identity
- Degree, marksheet and PhD certificates
- Experience and service certificates with pay-level details
- Category, EWS or PwD certificate where applicable
- Research publications, sponsored-project and credit-point evidence
- Required annexures, declarations and self-attested copies
Important Official Conditions
- Separate online applications and fees apply to each post and department combination.
- The 16 Assistant Professor vacancies are a combined Grade-I/Grade-II pool.
- Meeting minimum eligibility does not guarantee shortlisting or selection.
- NIT Goa may use higher shortlisting criteria and may conduct a written examination.
- Appointment remains subject to original-document verification and medical fitness.
- Direct appointment beyond 60 years is discouraged except in the exceptional case stated in the notice.
- The institute may modify vacancies, schedule or process, or cancel recruitment under the notice conditions.
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NIT Goa Faculty Recruitment 2026 FAQs
What is the last date for NIT Goa Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The online application closes on 30 September 2026 at 5:00 PM IST. Signed hard copy 7 October 2026 at 5:00 PM तक NIT Goa पहुंचनी चाहिए.
How many vacancies are available in NIT Goa Faculty Recruitment 2026?
There are 28 vacancies: 16 combined Assistant Professor Grade-I/Grade-II posts, 8 Associate Professor posts and 4 Professor posts.
Is a PhD required for NIT Goa faculty posts?
Yes. The advertisement requires a relevant or equivalent PhD with first class in preceding degrees. Experience and cumulative credit-point conditions vary by faculty level.
What is the NIT Goa faculty salary?
Entry pay ranges from ₹70,900 at Assistant Professor Grade-II Level 10 to ₹1,59,100 at Professor Level 14A, with the other advertised levels in between.
Is a hard copy required after online application?
Yes. Online submission alone does not complete the application. The signed, spiral-bound hard copy with annexures and self-attested documents must reach NIT Goa by the official deadline.
Can a candidate apply for more than one post or department?
Yes. A candidate may apply for multiple post and department combinations, but each combination needs a separate online application and the applicable separate fee.
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