DTU Faculty Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 84 Professor & Associate Posts

Delhi Technological University (DTU) has released Advertisement Notice No. 05/2026 for recruitment to 84 faculty positions. The university invites applications from qualified candidates for the posts of Professor (2 vacancies) and Associate Professor (82 vacancies) across multiple engineering, technology, management, and applied sciences disciplines, including backlog vacancies under special drives for PwBD categories. Online applications are open from 23 October 2026 to 7 December 2026 (till 05:00 PM), with printouts and supporting documents to reach the Recruitment Cell by 21 December 2026.

Overview and Key Highlights

Important Dates and Application Schedule

Delhi Technological University has released the following application schedule for faculty recruitment.

Discipline-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

Detailed Subject-Wise Distribution for Associate Professor

The 82 Associate Professor positions are allocated across 19 university departments and centres:

• Computer Science & Engineering: 20 posts (UR 11, SC 3, ST 1, OBC 3, EWS 2).
• Management (USME): 11 posts (UR 7, SC 2, OBC 2).
• Mechanical Engineering: 6 posts (SC 2, ST 1, OBC 1, EWS 2).
• Mathematics & Computing: 5 posts (UR 1, SC 1, ST 1, OBC 2).
• Electronics & Communication Engineering: 5 posts (UR 1, OBC 2, EWS 2).
• Electrical Engineering: 5 posts (SC 1, ST 1, OBC 2, EWS 1).
• Software Engineering: 4 posts (SC 2, ST 1, OBC 1).
• Information Technology: 4 posts (UR 1, OBC 2, EWS 1).
• Biotechnology: 4 posts (SC 1, OBC 1, EWS 2).
• Economics (USME): 3 posts (UR 1, OBC 1, EWS 1).
• Engineering Physics: 3 posts (SC 1, OBC 2).
• Design: 3 posts (UR 2, OBC 1).
• Automobile Engineering: 2 posts (SC 1, OBC 1).
• Production Engineering: 2 posts (UR 1, ST 1).
• Applied Mathematics: 1 post (OBC 1).
• Environmental Engineering: 1 post (OBC 1).
• Applied Physics: 1 post (EWS 1).
• Delhi School of Management: 1 post (EWS 1).
• Humanities (Economics/English): 1 post (UR 1).
• Professor Discipline: Mathematics & Computing (2 posts: UR 1, OBC 1).

Academic Pay Scales and Remuneration

• Professor: Academic Pay Level-14 with standard allowances admissible to university teachers.
• Associate Professor: Academic Pay Level-13 A 1 with applicable allowances including DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance as per Delhi Government rules.

Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications

• Professor: Ph.D. degree in the relevant field and First Class or equivalent at either Bachelor's or Master's level in the relevant branch of Engineering, Technology, Management, or Sciences, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in teaching/research/industry, of which at least 3 years should be at a level equivalent to Associate Professor.
• Associate Professor: Ph.D. degree in the relevant field and First Class or equivalent at either Bachelor's or Master's level in the relevant branch, with a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience in teaching/research/industry at a level equivalent to Assistant Professor.
• Research Output: High-quality research publications in approved journals and research experience.

Age Limit and Relaxations

Age and experience requirements are governed by University statutes and Delhi Government directives:

• Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxations apply to SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates as per rules.
• Crucial Determination Date: Qualifications and experience will be assessed as on the closing date of online application submission (7 December 2026).

Selection Procedure and Interview Framework

The faculty selection protocol incorporates comprehensive multi-tier screening:

1. Screening & Point Mark Verification: Preliminary shortlisting based on Academic Record, Experience, and Research Performance points claimed in Table II.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted applicants must produce original certificates, marksheets, research publications, and service records for verification.
3. Teaching Aptitude Presentation: Candidates qualifying document verification make a presentation before an expert committee to assess teaching aptitude and domain capability.
4. Personal Interview: Final selection is conducted through a personal interview before the University Selection Committee assessing domain knowledge, research vision, and academic leadership.

Application Fee and Payment Mode

Application fee must be remitted strictly through the online payment gateway during online form submission. Fees once paid are non-refundable.

Documents Required for Hard Copy Submission

• Printed copy of completed online application form duly signed.
• Proof of Date of Birth (Matriculation / Secondary School Certificate).
• Bachelors, Masters, and Ph.D. degree certificates alongside semester/year-wise marksheets.
• Experience certificates detailing designations, pay scales, and exact duration of teaching/research/industrial service.
• Copies of SCI/SCIE/Scopus-indexed journal papers, patents, and book chapters.
• Valid Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer Delhi) or EWS Certificate issued by a competent authority.
• Valid Disability Certificate for PwBD applicants.
• Online fee payment receipt / transaction acknowledgement.

Reservation and Roster Policy

• OBC reservation is admissible exclusively to candidates possessing valid OBC (NCL) certificates issued by the Competent Authority of Government of NCT of Delhi.
• Horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) is allocated in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act.

How to Apply Online and Submit Hard Copy

1. Visit the official Delhi Technological University recruitment portal at https://www.dtu.ac.in.
2. Register profile and fill the online application form with personal, academic, and research credentials.
3. Upload required documents, photographs, signature, and pay the requisite application fee online before 7 December 2026 (05:00 PM).
4. Download and print the complete submitted application form.
5. Enclose self-attested copies of all educational, experience, research, and category certificates along with fee receipt.
6. Submit the hard copy packet in person or by post to: Recruitment Cell, Room No. 818, 8th Floor, AB-3 Block, Delhi Technological University, Main Bawana Road, Shahbad Daulatpur, Delhi-110042 on or before 21 December 2026 (05:00 PM).

Important Official Links

Candidates can access the official notification and recruitment portal through the verified links provided below.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the total number of vacancies in DTU Faculty Recruitment 2026?

There are 84 faculty positions comprising 2 posts for Professor and 82 posts for Associate Professor.

What is the last date to submit online applications?

The closing date for online application submission and fee payment is 7 December 2026 (till 05:00 PM).

What is the last date for hard copy submission at DTU?

Printed copies of applications with supporting certificates must reach the university by 21 December 2026 (till 05:00 PM).

What is the application fee for DTU Faculty posts?

The fee is Rs. 3000/- for UR and OBC candidates, Rs. 1000/- for EWS, SC, and ST candidates, while PwBD applicants are exempt.

What are the academic pay scales for these positions?

Professors are appointed in Academic Pay Level-14 and Associate Professors in Academic Pay Level-13 A 1.

What is the selection procedure for Professor and Associate Professor posts?

Selection comprises Document Verification, a Presentation on Teaching Aptitude, and a Personal Interview before the Selection Committee.