Faculty Positions in Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology, India
Designation/Position- Faculty Positions in Rajiv Gandhi Institute
Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), Uttar Pradesh, India invites applications for Faculty Positions in Rajiv Gandhi Institute from eligible and interested candidates.
About- The Government of India, through the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), has set up Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), Jais, Uttar Pradesh on the lines of IITs under the Act of Parliament 54/2007 with an empowerment to award degrees and conduct front-end research. Institue has been granted status of “An Institution of National Importance” by the Parliament. The Institue is promoted by six leading Oil PSUs (ONGC, IOCL, OIL, GAIL, BPCL and HPCL) in India, in association with Oil Industrial Development Board (OIDB) and positioned as a “World Class” Institution.
Research/Job Area-
Faculty positions are available in the following departments:
- Petroleum Engineering & Geoengineering
- Chemical & Biochemical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Energy and Human Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Management Studies
Positions are associated with the Jais Campus and Bengaluru Campus, depending on the department.
Location- Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), RGIPT Sivasagar Campus
Eligibility/Qualification–
For all faculty positions, candidates must have:
- PhD with First Class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch.
- Very good academic record throughout.
Experience requirements:
| Position | Required Experience |
|---|---|
| Professor | 10 years teaching/research/industrial experience, including at least 4 years at Associate Professor level |
| Associate Professor | Minimum 6 years teaching/research/industrial experience, including at least 3 years at Assistant Professor or equivalent level |
| Assistant Professor Grade-I | PhD with required academic record and at least 3 years teaching/research/industrial experience, excluding experience gained during PhD |
| Assistant Professor Grade-II | PhD with required academic record; fresh PhD candidates may be appointed on contract for the first 3 years |
Experience gained while pursuing a PhD is not counted for the Assistant Professor experience requirement.
Age Limit
For Assistant Professor positions:
- Cycle I: Maximum age of 35 years as on 1 May 2026
- Cycle II: Maximum age of 35 years as on 1 November 2026
- Age relaxation may be considered in exceptional cases and for reserved categories according to Government of India rules.
Job/Position Description-
Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), Jais, Uttar Pradesh, has invited online applications from Indian nationals, including eligible Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs), for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor positions in multiple disciplines related to Petroleum & Energy. The recruitment is being conducted through a Rolling Advertisement 2026, with applications processed in two cycles during the year.
Designation
- Professor
- Associate Professor
- Assistant Professor Grade-I
- Assistant Professor Grade-II (Contract)
Selected faculty members will be expected to:
- Teach undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral-level courses as applicable.
- Pursue research in relevant Petroleum & Energy domain areas.
- Develop and lead research projects.
- Contribute to the academic and research activities of RGIPT.
- Participate in conferences and professional activities.
- Provide a teaching philosophy and strategy as part of the application.
- Faculty positions may involve training at operating oil production units, including onshore and offshore facilities, and refineries across disciplines.
Faculty members may also be transferred between RGIPT campuses depending on institutional requirements.
Salary / Pay Scale
According to the 7th Central Pay Commission:
- Professor: Academic Pay Level 14A – ₹1,59,100/month entry basic pay
- Associate Professor: Academic Pay Level 13A2 – ₹1,39,600/month
- Assistant Professor Grade-I: Academic Pay Level 12 – ₹1,01,500/month
- Assistant Professor Grade-II: Academic Pay Level 11 – ₹89,900/month
- Assistant Professor Grade-II: Academic Pay Level 10 – ₹70,900/month
Dearness Allowance and Transport Allowance are provided according to Central Government rules. Other benefits include possible campus accommodation/HRA, LTC, medical reimbursement, children’s education allowance and professional development support.
How to Apply-
- Complete the online application form available through the RGIPT website.
- Submit the completed application online.
- Send a copy of the application along with all supporting documents by email to frj@rgipt.ac.in.
- Applicants should provide details of proposed, ongoing and completed research projects.
- Include a short statement describing the proposed teaching philosophy and strategy.
- Government/Semi-Government employees should apply through the proper channel or provide an NOC at the time of interview.
Last Date for Apply– 01 November 2026
This is a Rolling Advertisement, so applications may be submitted at any time. Applications are processed in two cycles:
- First Cycle: 01 May 2026, 11:59 PM
- Second Cycle: 01 November 2026, 11:59 PM
Applications not processed in the first cycle may remain active for consideration in the next cycle.
