Assistant Professor (Contractual) Positions at NITTR, Kolkata, WB, India

Designation/Position- Assistant Professor (Contractual) Positions

National Institute of Technical Teachers’ Training & Research, Kolkata invites applications for Assistant Professor (Contractual) Positions form eligible and interested candidates

About- The National Institutes of Technical Teachers’ Training and Research (NITTTR) Kolkata, formally known as TTTI (ER), were established on 11^th January 1965 by the Ministry of Education, Government of India in Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai and Kolkata to improve the quality of Polytechnic education system in the country.  These institutes were regional in character and served the technician education in their respective regions of the country.  The institutions train technical teachers in educational pedagogy, institutional management, instructional material development and student evaluation.  Currently the Institute has 5 departments viz. (1) Civil Engineering (CE), (2) Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), (3) Electrical Engineering (EE), (4) Mechanical Engineering (ME) and (5) Education and Management (E & M) with 25 faculty members. 

Research/Job Area- 

The recruitment covers multiple academic and professional areas:

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Mathematics
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Biopharmaceutical Sciences
• English / Communication Skills
• Engineering Graphics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing / Modern Workshop
• Computer Science & Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• Big Data Analytics
• Data Science
• Python Programming
• Civil Engineering
• Electronics & Communication Engineering
• VLSI / Microelectronics / IC Design
• Business Analytics / Management
• Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)
• Psychology / Counselling
• Product Development / Engineering & Sciences

Location- National Institute of Technical Teachers’ Training & Research, Kolkata

Eligibility/Qualification–

Eligibility varies according to the position.

Science Subjects

For Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, candidates should generally possess a Ph.D. and Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks at Master’s level. NET-qualified candidates are preferred for Assistant Professor positions.

Biopharmaceutical / Pharmaceutical Sciences

Candidates should have:

• B.Pharm
• M.Pharm
• Ph.D. in Biopharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmacy
• First Division in either UG or PG

GPAT-qualified candidates are preferred.

Engineering

For Engineering Graphics and Modern Workshop, candidates should have relevant UG and PG qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline, with First Class or equivalent. Relevant teaching or industrial experience is desirable, and GATE-qualified candidates are preferred.

Computer Science / AI / Data Analytics

Depending on the post, candidates may require B.E./B.Tech and M.Tech qualifications in CSE, AI/ML, Big Data, Data Analytics, Data Science or similar disciplines, with First Class at UG/PG level. Relevant Ph.D. qualifications are required for the Big Data Analytics position. GATE-qualified candidates are preferred.

Civil Engineering

Candidates should possess B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or a relevant discipline along with M.Tech/Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and First Class in UG/PG degrees. GATE-qualified candidates are preferred.

Electronics / VLSI

Candidates should have B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics Engineering or relevant discipline and a Master’s degree in VLSI, VLSI Design, Microelectronics, IC Design, or Electronics & Communication. First Class in UG/PG degrees is required, with GATE qualification preferred.

Management

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline and a Master’s degree in Business Administration / PGDM / C.A. / ICWA / M.Com. with First Class or equivalent, along with two years of professional experience after the Master’s degree. Teaching experience in Business Analytics is desirable and NET-qualified candidates are preferred.

Indian Knowledge Systems

Candidates should possess a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks and a Ph.D. in Indian Knowledge Systems, Indian Philosophy, Consciousness Studies, Astronomy, or relevant/allied interdisciplinary streams. NET qualification is preferred.

Job/Position Description- 

Designation

• Contractual Assistant Professor
• Chief Technical Officer (CEL)
• Assistant Professor (Psychology) / Counsellor

Recruitment Details

The institute states that contractual engagement is for 11 months and may or may not be extended based on performance evaluation and recommendations.

Available Teaching Faculty Positions

The department-wise qualifications, preferred qualifications and interview schedules are specified in the notification.

Other Contractual Faculty Posts

For the Chief Technical Officer position, proven product development experience substantiated by patents/NRDC awards etc. is specified as desirable.

Selected contractual faculty members will be responsible for teaching and academic activities in their assigned departments/programmes. The notification states that selected contractual faculty will be assigned workload according to UGC/AICTE norms and must work full-time from the institute campus during their tenure. They may also be assigned other tasks, duties, jobs or assignments as deemed appropriate by the institute authorities.

For relevant positions, duties may include:

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Conducting classes and academic activities in the assigned discipline.
• Supporting departmental academic responsibilities.
• Contributing to subject-specific educational activities.
• Undertaking additional institutional duties assigned by the authorities.

Salary / Remuneration

• Assistant Professor with Ph.D.: ₹80,000 per month (consolidated)
• Assistant Professor with Master’s Degree: ₹65,000 per month (consolidated)

No other emoluments, allowances or medical reimbursement are applicable, and no vacation salary or compensatory leave is provided.

How to Apply- 

Eligible candidates must attend the Walk-in Interview at NITTTR Bhopal.

Candidates should bring:

1. Filled application format (Annexure-1).
2. Updated resume/CV.
3. Photocopies of educational certificates and marksheets.
4. Original certificates and marksheets for verification.
5. Documents supporting qualifications and experience.
6. Original certificates/testimonials/research publications/books where applicable.

Candidates should also provide a valid email ID and check it regularly for official communication.

Last Date for Apply– 26-28 August 2026 (Walk-in)

The walk-in interviews are scheduled between 26 August and 28 August 2026, depending on the position. Candidates should check the applicable department, reporting time and interview time before attending.

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