Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi wanted Assistant Professor in School of Humanities and Social Sciences

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi (Himachal Pradesh) invites Online Applications from candidates with an outstanding track record for positions at the level of Assistant Professor in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences of the Institute in respective areas as mentioned below:

Organization Name: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi

Organization Profile:

The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi is one among the eighth newer second generation of IITs. IIT Mandi is a research university now located in Kamand Valley, Mandi city in Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh.

IIT Mandi’s campus (about 14 km from Mandi) is on the left bank of the Uhl River at Kamand and Salgi villages. There is great variation in the climatic conditions of Himachal due to extreme variation in elevation. The climate varies from hot and sub-humid tropical in the southern tracts to cold, alpine and glacial in the northern and eastern mountain ranges with more elevation.

Mandi has an average elevation of 1044 meters (3425 feet) and is situated on the banks of Beas. Mandi town falls in the lower most climatic zone of the Himalayas. These regions enjoys a wet-sub temperate climate of the foot hills (450-900 meters) as against the dry-cold alpine climate with snowfall at higher altitudes (2400-4800 meters). Average annual rainfall of Mandi is 1380 mm.

Since its inception the institute has been involved with various Research and Development (R&D) projects, the institute has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with many International and National universities, Companies, Research Centres, Organizations.

The institute became an IIT under The Institutes of Technology (Amendment) Act, 2011, with the intention to expand the reach and to enhance the quality of technical education in the country. The Act was passed in the Lok Sabha on 24 March 2011 and by the Rajya Sabha on 30 April 2012.

Job Title: Assistant Professor (Grade-I & Grade-II)

Preferred Areas:

Technology Enhanced Learning of Disciplinary Practices (TELeaD), Teacher Use of Educational Technology (TUET), Educational Data Analytics (EDA), Exploration of Emerging Technologies for Education (EmergE),Child Education and Educational Psychology, Curriculum Planning and Pedagogy, Blended Learning and Flipped Classroom, Game-based Learning for Science Education, Immersive Education, Behavioral Studies, Education Policy and its History, Philosophical and Sociological Perspectives of Education, Perspectives on School Leadership and Management, Allied Areas etc.

Essential Qualifications:

Ph.D in appropriate branch /discipline and first class in the preceding degree with a very good academic record throughout.

Experience:

• Candidates with fresh Ph.D. degree may apply.
• Post Ph.D. experience is considered in form of relevant industrial/ research/teaching (excluding the experience gained while pursuing Ph.D. degree)

Scale of Pay:

Starting Basic Pay Range Rs. 84,700/- to Rs.1,01,500/- (Basic Pay will be fixed based on relevant Post Ph.D. experience)

Application Procedure:

• Candidates must apply online through the link at https://fap.iitmandi.ac.in/.
• The last date for receiving applications is 28.11.2025
• Mere eligibility will not entitle any candidate for being called for an interview.
• The candidates should ensure that all the relevant information and documents have been uploaded before finalizing the application. After submission of the application, the candidate should keep a copy of it for his/her record. No hard copy of the application need to be submitted.
• For availing reservation, the candidates should upload copies of their valid SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PWD Certificate issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format of the Government of India along with the application form in support of their claim.
• Applicants called for interview will be reimbursed to and fro travel expenses within India. However, the Economy Class Air Fare Tickets should be purchased via authorized travel agents only i.e. Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC), M/s Balmer Lawrie & Company Limited (BLCL),and M/s Ashoka Tours & Travels (ATT). Accommodation may be provided on payment basis in the Institute Guest House subject to availability.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to keep his/her current employer informed about his/her application to IIT Mandi.
• The Institute reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all the post(s) advertised without assigning any reason. The Institute has the right to set different as well as higher norms, while short-listing, considering the specific requirement of the schools. Based on the shortlisting criteria, applications will be processed. Only the shortlisted applicants will be contacted through the emails provided by them in the application form
• The Institute may consider candidates whose area of specialization and specific qualification lie outside those stated herein, provided these candidates have an outstanding record.
• The Institute reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates or interview to a reasonable limit on the basis of qualification, experience and other academic achievements higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement.
• The Institute reserves the right to withdraw any advertised position(s) at any time without assigning any reason.
• The invitation to candidate for interview merely indicates that it is felt that he/she with others may be suitable for the post and conveys no assurance whatsoever that he/she will be recommended or selected or his/her conditions specified in the application will be accepted.
• No correspondence whatsoever will be entertained from candidates regarding reason for not being called for presentation/interview/outcome of interview
• Depending on requirement, interview may be conducted in selected specializations only. However, exceptionally meritorious candidates in any area of specialization pertaining to the said specialization will also be considered
• The candidate is responsible for the correctness of the information provided in the online application form. If it is found at a later stage that any information given in the application is incorrect/false, the candidature/appointment is liable to be cancelled/terminated.
• Applicants employed in Government and Semi Government organizations, Public Undertakings, University and Educational Institutions should submit their application through proper channel or submit “No Objection Certificate from the current employer at the time of Interview. In absence of the same, the applicant will not be permitted to attend the Interview.
• Candidates abroad (and candidates in India for exceptional reasons) who are unable to attend in-person will be interviewed by electronic mode/video conference etc. In such cases, the Institute may decide to offer a contract position initially
• Canvassing in any manner may entail disqualification of the candidates.
• Any dispute regarding the selection/recruitment process will fall under the jurisdiction of the Hon’ble Court/Tribunal at Mandi, Himachal Pradesh.
• Candidates who had already applied earlier against advertisement no. IIT Mandi/Fac./Recruit./SHSS/Educ./2025/01 dated 22.05.2025 need not to re-apply again.
• For any queries, please contact: Email: [email protected]
• If any technical problem is encountered during online application, please contact [email protected]
• Candidates may also contact the School Chair (if needed). Their address, contact number and email are available on Institute website.

Organization Address:

Indian Institute of Technology Mandi
Kamand, Himachal Pradesh(175005)

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