Adhoc Faculty Positions in National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
Designation/Position- Adhoc Faculty Positions
National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Odisha, India, invites applications for Adhoc Faculty Positions from eligible and interested candidates.
About- National Institute of Technology Rourkela to have continuous employment opportunities invites online applications for faculty positions at the level of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor in various specializations of Engineering, Architecture, Science, Humanities, and Management. Indian nationals fulfilling eligibility criteria and possessing an excellent academic record, aptitude, commitment to quality teaching and research, and propensity towards institutional development are strongly encouraged to apply.
Research/Job Area- Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology/ Computer Technology/ Computer Engineering/ Artificial Intelligence/ AI & Machine Learning/ Data Science/ Cyber Security/ Information Security/ Internet of Things/ Software Engineering/ Computational Science/ Mathematical Computing/ Computer Networks/ Distributed Computing/ Network Security
Location- National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Odisha
Eligibility/Qualification–
Ph.D. / M.Tech. degree in Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology/ Computer Technology/ Computer Engineering/ Artificial Intelligence/ AI & Machine Learning/ Data Science/ Cyber Security/ Information Security/ Internet of Things/ Software Engineering/ Computational Science/ Mathematical Computing/ Computer Networks/ Distributed Computing/ Network Security, with 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University with previous teaching experience at a similar level to be given preference. Candidates with Ph.D. or without Ph.D. are encouraged to attend the personal interview.
Job/Position Description-
NIT Rourkela, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India invites applications from Indian nationals with outstanding academic backgrounds, as well as a strong commitment to quality teaching and research, for Ad hoc faculty positions in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. The necessary education qualifications and other specified requirements are outlined below:
| Department | Department of Computer Science and Engineering |
| No. of Positions | 05 (The number of positions are tentative and may vary as per requirement) |
| Remuneration | Consolidated pay of Rs. 70,900/- per month for candidates with a Ph. D. degree and Rs. 57,700/- per month for candidates without a Ph. D. degree. |
| Period of engagement | Spring 2026 semester. This may further be extended based on the performance of the candidate and requirement of the department. |
| Mode of selection | Personal Interview |
| Date of interview | Date: 16-Jan-2026, Time: 10:30 AM, Venue: Board Room |
| Contact person | HOD, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, NIT Rourkela. Email: hod-cs@nitrkl.ac.in, Phone: 0661-2462350 / 2351, 9937324437 |
How to Apply-
Prospective candidates are required to submit an online application on or before 14-Jan-2026 using the following link.
Online application link: https://www.nitrkl.ac.in/Career/Faculty
On the day of the interview, candidates are requested to bring printout of online submitted application, a set of self-attested photocopies of their academic credentials along with the original certificates and two passport-size photos. For additional information, candidates may reach out to the respective Head of the Department. It is important to note that this position is temporary and unrelated to any regular / permanent position of the Institute.
Last Date for Apply– 14 January 2026 (Walk-in January )
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