National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra invites offline applications for Adjunct Faculty positions across 13 departments. The recruitment is for Adjunct Professor and Adjunct Fellow designations. The application deadline for the fourth round is 6 November 2026 up to 5:30 p.m. Advertisement number Advt. No.35/2026.
Overview
NIT Kurukshetra is recruiting Adjunct Faculty members to strengthen its academic workforce across multiple engineering, science, and management disciplines. Adjunct Faculty positions offer flexible engagement opportunities for subject matter experts and experienced professionals. This is a fourth-round recruitment drive for these positions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Last date for offline application submission (Fourth Round) | 6 November 2026 up to 5:30 p.m. |
Vacancy Details
A total of 1 Adjunct Faculty position is open across 13 departments at NIT Kurukshetra. The position is available in the following areas:
| Designation | Vacancies | Maximum Monthly Salary | Alternative Pay Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adjunct Professor | 1 (across 13 departments) | ₹1,80,000 | ₹8,000 per day or ₹2,000 per hour |
| Adjunct Fellow | ₹1,20,000 | ₹6,000 per day or ₹1,500 per hour |
Departments and Specializations
Adjunct Faculty positions are available in the following 13 departments with specific areas of specialization:
| Department | Areas of Specialization |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying, and other Civil Engineering specializations |
| Electrical Engineering | Power Systems, High Voltage Engineering, Smart Grid, Micro Grid, Power Electronics & Drives, Control Systems, Computational Intelligence and Optimization |
| Mechanical Engineering | Design, Thermal, Production |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | Electronic Devices and Circuits, Signal and Image Processing, Microwave and RF Engineering, Computing and Expert Systems |
| Computer Engineering | Algorithmic Computation, Computer Networks, Software Engineering, High Performance Computing, Pattern Recognition & Machine Learning, Database & Analytics, Image Processing & Computer Vision, Information Security |
| Physics | Electronics, Instrumentation, Experimental Physics, Theoretical Physics |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry |
| Mathematics and Computing | Pure and Applied Mathematics, Statistics and Operational Research |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | English Language, Economics, Management, Psychology with specialization in Professional Ethics and IPR |
| Business Administration | General Management, Operations Management, Information Technology, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management |
| Computer Applications | Programming Languages & Web Development, Hardware Technologies, Graphics & Multimedia, Artificial Intelligence, Soft Computing, Cloud Computing, Software Engineering, Database Management |
| Architecture and Planning | Architecture, Architectural Conservation, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Industrial Design, Sustainable Architecture, Urban Planning, Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning |
| VLSI Design & Systems Engineering | High Speed Interconnects, AI/ML in VLSI, Nano Scale Devices, RF Circuits, IoT & Cyber Physical Systems, Biomedical Signal Processing, Embedded AI |
Eligibility
See the official notification PDF (Advt. No.35/2026) for complete eligibility criteria and qualifications required for each department and specialization.
How to Apply
- Visit the NIT Kurukshetra official website and download the application format in the prescribed template.
- Alternatively, download the detailed notification PDF which contains the application format and all guidelines.
- Complete the offline application form with all required information and supporting documents as per the instructions in the notification.
- Submit the completed application to the address and method specified in the official notification before 5:30 p.m. on 6 November 2026.
Salary
Adjunct Professor: Maximum ₹1,80,000 per month; alternatively ₹8,000 per day or ₹2,000 per hour.
Adjunct Fellow: Maximum ₹1,20,000 per month; alternatively ₹6,000 per day or ₹1,500 per hour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for Adjunct Faculty positions at NIT Kurukshetra?
A: The fourth-round application deadline is 6 November 2026 up to 5:30 p.m.
Q: What is the salary for Adjunct Professor and Adjunct Fellow?
A: Adjunct Professor earns up to ₹1,80,000 per month (or ₹8,000 per day or ₹2,000 per hour). Adjunct Fellow earns up to ₹1,20,000 per month (or ₹6,000 per day or ₹1,500 per hour).
Q: How many Adjunct Faculty positions are available?
A: 1 position is available across 13 departments at NIT Kurukshetra.
Q: How do I apply for this position?
A: You must apply offline in the prescribed format. Download the application form from the NIT Kurukshetra website or from the official notification PDF, and submit it before the deadline.
Q: In which departments are positions available?
A: Positions are available in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Computing, Humanities & Social Sciences, Business Administration, Computer Applications, Architecture and Planning, and VLSI Design & Systems Engineering.
Q: What are the eligibility requirements?
A: Refer to the official notification PDF for detailed eligibility criteria specific to each department and area of specialization.
Disclaimer: Candidates must verify all details including eligibility, application format, submission address, and deadlines on the official NIT Kurukshetra website and the notification PDF before applying.