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-
The institute is looking for faculty to teach and pursue research in the broader domain areas of Petroleum and Energy across the following specific departments:
- Petroleum Engineering & Geoengineering
- Chemical & Biochemical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Energy and Human Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Management Studies
Location- Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), RGIPT Sivasagar Campus
Positions are available at the Jais Campus (Uttar Pradesh) and the Bengaluru Campus. Please note that selected faculty members may be subject to transfer between the different RGIPT campuses depending on institutional requirements.
Eligibility/Qualification–
The minimum foundational qualification for all faculty positions is a PhD with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch, maintaining a very good academic record throughout.
- Professor: Requires a minimum of 10 years of teaching, research, or industrial experience. At least 4 of these years must have been served at the level of Associate Professor.
- Associate Professor: Requires a minimum of 6 years of teaching, research, or industrial experience. At least 3 of these years must have been served at the level of Assistant Professor or equivalent.
- Assistant Professor (Grade-I): Requires 3 or more years of teaching, research, or industrial experience. Note: Experience gained during the pursuit of a PhD is excluded.
- Assistant Professor (Grade-II): Designed for fresh PhD holders, this position is offered on a contract basis for the first three years.
- Age Limit: The upper age limit for the Assistant Professor role is 35 years (calculated as of May 1, 2026, for Cycle I, and November 1, 2026, for Cycle II). Age relaxation is applicable for exceptional cases and reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) as per Government of India guidelines.
Job/Position Description-
The Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), an “Institution of National Importance” under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), Government of India, is inviting applications for its Rolling Advertisement-2026 (Advt. No.: RGIPT/JAIS/FA/10/2026). Ranked 78th in the NIRF Engineering category, the institute is co-promoted by leading Oil PSUs and aims to conduct front-end research while awarding undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Applications are welcome from Indian nationals, Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) to join their esteemed academic team.
Designations Available
- Professor
- Associate Professor
- Assistant Professor (Grade-I)
- Assistant Professor (Grade-II) (On Contract)
- Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students while actively pursuing advanced research in the domains of Petroleum and Energy.
- Propose, secure, and manage ongoing and completed research projects.
- Develop and implement an effective teaching philosophy and academic strategy.
- Undergo necessary training at operating oil production units (onshore and offshore) and refineries across all disciplines.
- Participate in national and international academic conferences.
Compensation and Pay Levels Table The institute offers competitive compensation based on the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), along with standard allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA) and Transport Allowance. Additional benefits include campus accommodation (or HRA), LTC, medical reimbursement, children’s education allowance, and a cumulative professional development grant (CPDA).
| Designation | Academic Pay Level | Salary Scale | Entry Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 14A | INR 1,59,100 – INR 2,20,200 | INR 1,59,100 / month |
| Associate Professor | 13A2 | INR 1,39,600 – INR 2,11,300 | INR 1,39,600 / month |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-I) | 12 | INR 1,01,500 – INR 1,67,400 | INR 1,01,500 / month |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) | 11 | INR 57,700 – INR 98,200 | INR 89,900 / month |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) | 10 | INR 57,700 – INR 98,200 | INR 70,900 / month |
Note: For Grade-II (Level 10), incumbents will move to Level 11 after one year of post-PhD experience, and to Grade-I (Level 12) after three years, per institute norms.
How to Apply-
- Access and complete the online application form available on the official RGIPT Website.
- Submit the duly filled application form through the online portal.
- Send an electronic copy of the submitted application along with all supporting documents to the official email address:
frj@rgipt.ac.in. - Ensure you include a list of research projects, a short paragraph on your teaching philosophy, and details of conferences attended.
- Applicants currently employed in Government or Semi-Government organizations must apply through the proper channel or produce a ‘No Objection Certificate (NOC)’ at the time of the interview.
Last Date for Apply– 01 May 2026
As this is a Rolling Advertisement, applications are accepted continuously throughout the year. However, applications are processed in two designated cycles for 2026:
- First Cycle Cut-off Date: 11:59 PM, Friday, 01 May 2026
- Second Cycle Cut-off Date: 11:59 PM, Sunday, 01 November 2026 (Applications missing the first cycle deadline will be kept active and processed in the subsequent cycle).
Join Our Discussion Forum – Keep your view, share knowledge/opportunity and ask your questions
