Job Overview
| Recruitment Board | NIT Karnataka |
| Post Name | Faculty – 84 Posts |
| Qualification | Any Masters Degree, M.Phil/Ph.D |
| Age Limit | The notification does not prescribe a single uniform upper age limit; fresh appointments beyond 60 years are encouraged only for distinguished candidates with impactful industry-oriented R&D careers and externally funded projects. Parameter Details Fresh Appointments beyond 60 years Considered only for highly distinguished candidates with strong industry-oriented R&D profile and ongoing/approved funded projects. Experience Counting Only experience of more than 6 months in regular scale posts is counted; part-time, daily wage, visiting/guest/temporary faculty work is not counted. PhD from NITK Candidates with NITK PhD can apply only after minimum 3 years post-PhD experience outside NITK (except existing regular NITK faculty). |
| Post Date | 06/05/2026 |
| Last Date | 02-06-2026 |
Eligibility / Qualification
As per department: First Class UG & PG in relevant discipline and PhD in desired specialization (with specified relaxations for direct PhD, integrated programmes)
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS ₹2,500 (inclusive of GST) per application SC / ST / PwD ₹1,250 (inclusive of GST) per application Mode of Payment Online / NEFT / RTGS bank transfer to NITK Surathkal SBI account (details in notification); proof of payment (PDF) must be uploaded.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Sarkari Result | Click Here |
Selection Process
Stage Details 1. Application Scrutiny Screening Committee shortlists candidates based on academic credentials, research output, experience, credit points and fit to notified areas of specialization as per Flexible Recruitment Rules & MoE instructions. 2. Shortlisting Shortlisted candidates will be called for teaching and research presentations followed by personal interview. Intimation via email and website only. 3. Interview & Presentations Candidates must give teaching and research presentations; then appear before the Selection Committee for interview. 4. Final Merit / Selection Institute reserves right to limit number of candidates based on academic brilliance, experience and departmental needs; decision of Institute will be final and binding. SC/ST/PwD candidates called for interview will be reimbursed travel expenses for onward and return journey by shortest route in India, as per GoI norms, on production of tickets and required proofs.