The Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), Kashmir has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt No. 09 OF 2026) for Assistant Professor positions. Eligible candidates aspiring for academic careers in Jammu and Kashmir can now submit their applications online.
Overview
The IUST Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 aims to fill 48 vacancies across various departments and specialized centers. The job location for all selected candidates is in Jammu and Kashmir. Interested applicants must complete the online application process before the designated deadlines.
Important Dates
- Start Date of Online Application: 02/11/2026
- Last Date for Submission of Online Application: 02/12/2026
- Last Date for Submission of Hard Copies: 07/12/2026 (up to 4:00 PM)
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of English Language & Literature | 3 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) in English Language & Literature; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Centre for Promotion of Urdu Language & Literature | 1 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) in Urdu Language & Literature; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Department of Journalism & Mass Communication | 1 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) in Journalism & Mass Communication; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Department of Education | 3 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) in Education; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Department of Mathematical Sciences | 3 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks in Mathematics/Applied Mathematics (or Data/Actuarial/Statistics); NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Department of Zoology | 2 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) in Zoology; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Department of Physics | 3 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) in Physics; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Department of Chemistry | 3 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) in Chemistry; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Engineering Departments (Civil, ECE, CSE, Mechanical, Food Tech) | 11 (Total) | Not Specified | B.E./B.Tech./B.S. and M.E./M.Tech./M.S. or Integrated M.Tech. with first class in relevant branch; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Department of Management Studies | 3 | Not Specified | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline and Master’s in Business Administration/PGDM/C.A./ICWA/M.Com. with First Class; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Department of Computer Science | 2 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks in Computer Science/IT/Applications/Engineering; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Centre for AYUSH Sciences | 2 | Not Specified | MD/MS Degree in AYUSH System of Medicine with minimum 55% marks recognized under CCIM/NCISM Act. |
| Department of Planning | 1 | Not Specified | Bachelor’s in Architecture/Planning/Tech/Engineering and Master’s in Planning with minimum 60% marks (or Economics/Geography/Sociology background). |
| Department of Geomatics | 2 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks in Geoinformatics/Geomatics/Remote Sensing/GIS; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Watson-Crick Centre for Molecular Medicines | 2 | Not Specified | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks in Molecular Medicine, Biotechnology, or relevant biological sciences; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption. |
| Kalam Academy of Skill Development & Training (KAST) | 7 | Not Specified | Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in all preceding degrees in relevant subject with a very good academic record. |
Application Fee
Candidates must ensure they pay the correct fee amount based on their category before submitting their forms:
- General / All Other Candidates: Rs. 1,000/-
- PwD Candidates: Exempted
How to Apply
- Visit the official website at www.iust.ac.in and navigate to the recruitment portal.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number, then save your login credentials.
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 1,000/- online (unless exempted).
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final application.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required certificates and testimonials, and mail or submit the hard copy to the office of the Registrar by 07/12/2026.
Source: govtjobguru.in
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