Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), Kashmir has invited online applications for 48 posts of Assistant Professor under Advertisement Notice No. 09 of 2026, dated 29 October 2026. The posts are spread across 20 departments and centres. Applications open on 2 November 2026 and close on 2 December 2026.
Official notice: IUST Notice No. 09 of 2026 (PDF, 9 pages)
Key details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Advertisement number | 09 of 2026 |
| Total posts | 48 |
| Application fee | Rs 1,000, none for PwD candidates |
| Last date to apply online | 2 December 2026 |
| Hard copy must reach by | 7 December 2026, 4:00 PM |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application forms available | 2 November 2026 |
| Last date to submit the online form | 2 December 2026 |
| Last date for hard copies of the form | 7 December 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Exam date | Not given in the notice |
Department-wise vacancies
The largest share, 7 of the 48 posts, is at the Kalam Academy of Skill Development & Training (KAST).
| Department or centre | Posts |
|---|---|
| Department of English Language & Literature | 3 |
| Centre for Promotion of Urdu Language & Literature | 1 |
| Department of Journalism & Mass Communication | 1 |
| Department of Education | 3 |
| Department of Mathematical Sciences | 3 |
| Department of Zoology | 2 |
| Department of Physics | 3 |
| Department of Chemistry | 3 |
| Department of Food Technology | 2 |
| Department of Civil Engineering | 2 |
| Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering | 1 |
| Department of Computer Science & Engineering | 2 |
| Department of Mechanical Engineering | 3 |
| Department of Management Studies | 3 |
| Department of Computer Science | 2 |
| Centre for AYUSH Sciences | 2 |
| Department of Planning | 1 |
| Department of Geomatics | 2 |
| Watson-Crick Centre for Molecular Medicines | 2 |
| Kalam Academy of Skill Development & Training (KAST) | 7 |
| Total | 48 |
The KAST posts are for Skill Development & Training in Software Engineering, Solar PV, Food Technology, Mechanical Engineering and E&CE.
Eligibility
The notice sets the qualification by department. Check the line for your own department before you apply.
- English, Urdu, Journalism and Mass Communication, Education, Zoology, Physics and Chemistry: a Master's degree with at least 55% marks, or 50% for SC, ST and OBC non-creamy layer candidates, or an equivalent grade.
- Mathematical Sciences: a Master's degree with at least 55% marks in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics. Posts marked with an asterisk ask for at least 55% in Data Sciences, Actuarial Sciences, Statistics or Applied Statistics.
- Food Technology, Civil, Electronics & Communication, Computer Science & Engineering and Mechanical Engineering: B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. or Integrated M.Tech. in the relevant branch, with first class in any one of the degrees.
- Management Studies: a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and a Master's in Business Administration, PGDM, C.A., ICWA or M.Com., with first class.
- Computer Science: a Master's degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC, ST and OBC non-creamy layer) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Applications or Computer Engineering.
- AYUSH Sciences: an MD or MS in an AYUSH system of medicine with at least 55% at Master's level, in a subject recognized under Schedule II of the CCIM Act, 1970 or the NCISM Act 2020.
- Planning: a Bachelor's in Architecture, Planning, Technology or Engineering plus a Master's in Planning, with at least 60% in aggregate in either degree. A Master's in Economics, Geography or Sociology plus a Master's in Planning, with 60% in aggregate in either, also counts.
- Geomatics: a Master's degree with at least 55% marks in Geo-informatics, Geomatics, Remote Sensing, GIS or Geospatial Technology.
- Molecular Medicines: a Master's degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC, ST and OBC non-creamy layer) in Molecular Medicine, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or a related subject.
- Skill Development & Training (KAST): a Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in all preceding degrees, in the relevant or allied subject.
NET, SET and Ph.D.
Candidates must have passed NET conducted by the UGC or the CSIR, or a similar UGC accredited test such as SLET or SET conducted by the UT of J&K. A candidate whose Ph.D. in the concerned subject follows the UGC Regulations, 2009 is exempt from NET, SET and SLET. Such candidates must submit a certificate from their university saying so, in the format given in the Annexure on page 9. Without it, the Ph.D. is not considered.
A Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked among the top 500 in the QS, THE or ARWU rankings is also accepted. Foreign degrees need an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi. Candidates with a Ph.D. and a Master's degree obtained before 19 September 1991 with 50% or more marks are also eligible.
Experience is counted as on the last date of submission of application.
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Application fee | Rs 1,000 |
| PwD candidates | No fee |
The fee is paid online and is not refundable.
Selection process and interview
If a post draws many applications, the university shortlists candidates for interview. Ordinarily 20 candidates are shortlisted for one post and 5 for every additional post. Research papers in Scopus or Web of Science indexed journals carry 2 marks per paper in the shortlisting score.
Candidates are told the date and place of the interview through the university website or e-mail. No TA or DA is paid, and original documents must be shown there.
How to apply
- Visit www.iust.ac.in and open the recruitment and application portal.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number. Keep the username and password.
- Enter personal details, qualifications and experience, preview the form and submit it. No editing is allowed after submission.
- Pay the non-refundable fee of Rs 1,000 online. PwD candidates pay nothing.
- Print the submitted form and send it, with self-attested copies of all documents, to the office of the Registrar so that it arrives by 7 December 2026, 4:00 PM. If you post it, make sure it reaches the university by that date.
Apply at www.iust.ac.in.
Documents the notice asks for
- Self-attested copies of all relevant documents, certificates and testimonials.
- A detailed curriculum vitae with full publication details.
- A valid EWS certificate in the prescribed format, for candidates claiming the EWS category.
Reservation
Reservation follows the rules of the Government of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. A horizontal reservation of 4% of the total vacancies is provided for PwD candidates.
Posts marked EWS are meant exclusively for EWS candidates. If no suitable EWS candidate is available, the post is filled under the Unreserved category.
Points to check before applying
- The hard copy deadline of 7 December 2026, 4:00 PM is separate from the online deadline of 2 December 2026.
- Candidates in employment must forward their applications through their employers.
- Selected candidates are governed by the New Pension Scheme (NPS).
Important Links
| Resource / Document | Official Web Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Official Notification PDF |
| Online Application Portal | Apply Online |
| Official Recruitment Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for IUST Assistant Professor posts?
The last date to submit the online form is 2 December 2026. The hard copy must reach the university by 7 December 2026, 4:00 PM.
How many Assistant Professor vacancies does IUST have?
The notice has 48 posts across 20 departments and centres.
What is the application fee?
The fee is Rs 1,000, paid online and not refundable. PwD candidates pay no fee.
Is NET compulsory?
Candidates need NET from the UGC or CSIR, or SLET or SET from the UT of J&K. A Ph.D. in the concerned subject that follows the UGC regulations is exempt, with a certificate from the university.
How does IUST select candidates?
Candidates are shortlisted by score when applications are many, then called for interview. Ordinarily 20 are shortlisted for one post and 5 for each additional post.