Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST) Awantipora Hiring Contractual Assistant Professors – Advertisement 2026

Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST) Awantipora Hiring Contractual Assistant Professors – Advertisement 2026

Job Location

Awantipora, Pulwama, Jammu & Kashmir

About the Institution

Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), Awantipora is a premier government university in Jammu & Kashmir known for its strong academic framework in Engineering, Technology, Management, and Applied Sciences. The university has issued Advertisement 2026 for engagement of Contractual Assistant Professors on academic arrangement basis for teaching, research, and allied academic activities for the year 2026.

Recruitment Overview

• Post Name: Contractual Assistant Professor
• Nature of Appointment: Academic Arrangement (Contractual)
• Tenure: Up to 31 December 2026 or until regular appointment, whichever is earlier
• Monthly Emolument: ₹50,000/- (Consolidated)

Departments & Eligibility Criteria

1. Engineering Departments

• Computer Science & Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electronics & Communication Engineering

Eligibility:

• B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. or Integrated M.Tech. in relevant branch with First Class in at least one degree
• Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016
  OR
• Direct Ph.D. after B.E./B.Tech from recognized institutions (IITs/IISc/NITs etc.)
  OR
• Ph.D. from Top 500 ranked Foreign Universities (QS/THE/ARWU)

2. Artificial Intelligence

• Master’s degree with 55% marks in CS/AI/Software Engineering/Data Science
• Ph.D. as per UGC standards or Integrated Ph.D. criteria

3. Computer Science

• Master’s degree with 55% marks in CS/IT/Computer Applications
• Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations or from Top 500 Foreign Universities

4. Architecture (Structural Engineering)

• B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering
• M.E./M.Tech in Structural Engineering with First Class
• Ph.D. as per UGC standards

5. Management Studies

• Master’s degree with 55% marks in relevant discipline
• Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 or Top 500 Foreign Universities

Shortlisting Criteria (Score Calculation)

Important Dates

• Online Application Starts: 27-02-2026
• Last Date for Online Submission: 03-03-2026 (Up to 4:00 PM)
• Last Date for Hard Copy Submission: 04-03-2026

Application Process

Interested candidates must:

1. Apply online through the official IUST portal.
2. Pay processing fee of ₹500/-.
3. Submit hard copy of the application along with self-attested documents to the concerned Head of Department/Centre within the deadline.

Why Join IUST?

• Government University status
• Strong focus on Engineering & AI research
• Competitive academic environment
• Exposure to research-driven teaching culture

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