Date Posted: October 23, 2026
Institution Name: Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal
Advertisement No.: Rectt./FR/2026/1504
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal has released the MANIT Bhopal Recruitment 2026 notification inviting applications from distinguished professionals for engagement as Professor of Practice, Visiting Professor, and Adjunct Faculty. MANIT Bhopal is an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, running academic programmes across 14 departments including Architecture and Planning, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Management Studies. These engagements aim to promote excellence in teaching and research and to build strong Institution-Industry networks. Eligible candidates with extensive professional or academic experience can submit their applications by post, preferably on or before November 2, 2026. Full details on eligibility, remuneration, and the application procedure for each category are provided below.
Institution Profile: Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT) is one of the leading institutions of national importance in technical education. Established with the objective of developing a ‘Centre of Excellence in Central India, it aims at becoming a multi-disciplinary centre for technical education by strengthening both teaching and research activities besides contributing to the needs of rural community, society and industry at large. The Institute is located on a plateau of about 650 acres in the midst of Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh.
Employment Type: Engagement Basis (Professor of Practice, Visiting Professor, Adjunct Faculty) — no right or claim to regular appointment or continuance of the post
Post Name/Designation
| Position | Nature of Engagement |
|---|---|
| Professor of Practice (PoP) | Consolidated monthly emolument |
| Visiting Professor | Consolidated monthly remuneration / per-period-per-day basis |
| Adjunct Faculty | Per-period/per-day basis |
Available across all departments listed above, as per institutional requirement.
Total Vacancies
Number of positions not specified; engagements will be made across departments based on institutional requirement and availability of suitable candidates.
Required Educational Qualifications
1. Professor of Practice (PoP):
Candidates should have more than 15 years of professional experience at a senior management level. They should hold at least a Master’s degree in Engineering/Sciences/Humanities or a related field. A Ph.D. is desirable but not essential; however, the lack of a Ph.D. must be offset by demonstrated domain knowledge from deep experience in the desired field.
2. Visiting Professor:
A Ph.D. in the respective field, holding a degree from a Centrally Funded Institution (CFI) under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, with 15 years of experience after Ph.D. A person retired from a Government organization/CFTI/IIT/NIT/Government R&D lab/PSU shall also be entitled to apply for Visiting Faculty.
3. Adjunct Faculty (Adjunct Professor):
A Ph.D. in the respective field, holding a degree from a Centrally Funded Institution (CFI) under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, with 15 years’ experience in the relevant field in R&D labs/IITs/NITs, and expertise in the domain area.
Age Limit
No specific age limit has been prescribed in the notification.
Candidate Profile
Highly acclaimed, motivated, and dynamic industry personnel/academicians/professionals possessing excellent experience/research background, with commitment and passion for quality teaching and potential for pursuing cutting-edge research, are encouraged to apply. Relevant exposure includes product design and development, project R&D, patents, guided internships/student projects, work experience from world-class universities or top-rated research institutions, research publications in SCI/WoS journals, technology transfer, collaboration with funding agencies, and exposure in start-ups/unicorns.
Required Experience
- Professor of Practice: More than 15 years of professional experience at senior management level.
- Visiting Professor: 15 years of experience after Ph.D.
- Adjunct Faculty: 15 years of experience in R&D labs/IITs/NITs, with domain expertise.
Pay Scale/Pay Level (Remuneration)
| Position | Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Professor of Practice | Consolidated emolument up to ₹1,75,000/- per month (shall not exceed Last Pay minus Pension in case of re-employment after retirement). No increment, DA, or other allowance admissible. |
| Visiting Professor | Maximum monthly ceiling of ₹1,50,000/- per month, OR ₹3,000/- per period / ₹10,000/- per day + TA (as per Institute norms), subject to a monthly ceiling of ₹1,50,000/- (including TA) |
| Adjunct Faculty | ₹3,000/- per period / ₹10,000/- per day + TA (as per Institute norms), subject to a monthly ceiling of ₹1,50,000/- (including TA) |
Applicable conference/seminar expenses, as per Institute rules, up to ₹20,000/- per month may be considered for reimbursement, subject to an annual ceiling of ₹1,00,000/- per year (for PoP and Visiting Professor).
Application Fee
Not applicable. No application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment.
Selection Process
The selection process will be intimated in due course of time. Persons appointed as Professor of Practice/Visiting Professor/Adjunct Faculty will have no right or claim for regular appointment or continuance of the post at MANIT Bhopal.
Job Location
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Link Road Number 3, Near Kali Mata Mandir, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462003
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 07.10.2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 02.11.2026 (preferably, through Speed Post/Registered Post) |
Apply Mode
Offline (Postal) — Speed Post/Registered Post only.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible persons may submit the hard copy of the application form, duly filled using Annexure I (for Professor of Practice) or Annexure II (for Visiting Professor/Adjunct Faculty), along with relevant documents including Curriculum Vitae, list of patents/copyrights/important publications, and specific mention of contributions made to teaching/training, research, design, projects, and industrial links, to “The Registrar, MANIT Bhopal, Link Road Number 3, Near Kali Mata Mandir, Bhopal (M.P.) – 462003”, preferably on or before November 2, 2026, through Speed Post/Registered Post. Candidates are also required to submit a statement on how their experience will benefit the promotion of Industry-Institute interaction.
Application Procedure
- Download and fill the appropriate application form — Annexure I for Professor of Practice, or Annexure II for Visiting Professor/Adjunct Faculty.
- Sign the application form and attach self-attested photocopies of relevant certificates, testimonials, and research publications (if any).
- Attach a copy of the Curriculum Vitae, along with a list of patents/copyrights/important publications and contributions to teaching, training, research, design, projects, and industrial links.
- Include a statement on how the applicant’s experience will benefit Industry-Institute interaction.
- Persons employed in Government Departments, Autonomous Bodies, PSUs, Universities, or other educational institutions should submit the application through proper channel, or produce a No Objection Certificate and Vigilance Clearance.
- Superscribe the envelope with “Post applied for [name of the post] Department/Centre [Name of the department]” clearly, without fail.
- Send the complete application to the Registrar, MANIT Bhopal, by Speed Post/Registered Post, preferably reaching on or before November 2, 2026.
Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)
- Duly filled and signed application form (Annexure I or Annexure II, as applicable)
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of patents/copyrights/important publications
- Self-attested photocopies of relevant certificates and testimonials
- Statement on expected contribution to Industry-Institute interaction
- No Objection Certificate and Vigilance Clearance (for candidates employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies/Universities)
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (PDF) | Advt. No. Rectt./FR/2026/1504 |
| Institute Website | https://www.manit.ac.in |
| Postal Address | The Registrar, MANIT Bhopal, Link Road Number 3, Near Kali Mata Mandir, Bhopal (M.P.) – 462003 |
Disclaimer for Candidates: Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official MANIT Bhopal notification and website before applying. Persons appointed as PoP/Visiting Professor/Adjunct Faculty will have no right or claim for regular appointment or continuance of the post other than the terms specified. The consolidated remuneration fixed at the time of joining shall remain unchanged throughout the period of appointment; tax deduction shall be applicable as per norms. Mere fulfilling of the minimum qualifications and experience will not confer any right to selection. The Institute reserves the right not to fill up any/all position(s), to modify, withdraw, or terminate the recruitment process or any position at any stage, if deemed necessary in the best interest of the Institute, without assigning any reason. Canvassing in any form, whether directly or indirectly, will lead to disqualification of the candidature.
Institute Address:
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Link Road Number 3, Near Kali Mata Mandir, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462003
Benefits of Joining MANIT Bhopal
Joining MANIT Bhopal as a Professor of Practice, Visiting Professor, or Adjunct Faculty member offers distinguished industry and academic professionals a unique opportunity to shape practice-oriented education at an Institution of National Importance. These engagements allow experienced professionals to design and deliver new courses, mentor students in innovation and entrepreneurship, co-guide research scholars, and contribute to institute development activities — all while earning a structured consolidated remuneration of up to ₹1,75,000/- per month, along with reimbursement for conference and seminar expenses. The role offers a flexible, impactful avenue for seasoned professionals to transition into academia, strengthen industry-academia collaboration, and leave a lasting contribution to engineering and science education without the obligations of a full-time regular faculty appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) — MANIT Bhopal Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the MANIT Bhopal Recruitment 2026 notification about?
A. It is a recruitment notification by Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal inviting applications for Professor of Practice, Visiting Professor, and Adjunct Faculty positions across its academic departments.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for MANIT Bhopal Recruitment 2026?
A. The last date for submission of the application is November 2, 2026, preferably through Speed Post/Registered Post.
Q3. Who can apply for these positions at MANIT Bhopal?
A. Highly experienced industry personnel, academicians, and professionals with a strong research background and a commitment to quality teaching, meeting the specific eligibility criteria for each position, can apply.
Q4. What is the eligibility criterion for Professor of Practice?
A. Candidates need more than 15 years of professional experience at a senior management level, with at least a Master’s degree; a Ph.D. is desirable but not essential.
Q5. What is the remuneration offered for these positions?
A. Professor of Practice receives up to ₹1,75,000/- per month, Visiting Professor up to ₹1,50,000/- per month (or per-day basis), and Adjunct Faculty ₹3,000/- per period/₹10,000/- per day, subject to applicable ceilings.
Q6. How can candidates apply for MANIT Bhopal Recruitment 2026?
A. Candidates must submit the hard copy of the application form (Annexure I or II), along with required documents, to the Registrar, MANIT Bhopal by Speed Post/Registered Post.
Q7. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
A. No, no application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment.
Q8. Does this position lead to a regular faculty appointment?
A. No, persons appointed as PoP/Visiting Professor/Adjunct Faculty will have no right or claim for regular appointment or continuance of the post beyond the specified terms.
Q9. Is a Ph.D. mandatory for these positions?
A. A Ph.D. is essential for Visiting Professor and Adjunct Faculty, but for Professor of Practice it is desirable and not mandatory if offset by deep domain experience.
Q10. Where is MANIT Bhopal located?
A. MANIT Bhopal is located at Link Road Number 3, Near Kali Mata Mandir, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462003.
MANIT Bhopal’s 2026 recruitment drive for Professor of Practice, Visiting Professor, and Adjunct Faculty positions offers a valuable platform for seasoned industry and academic professionals to contribute to practice-oriented engineering and science education at an Institution of National Importance. With structured remuneration, flexible engagement terms, and the opportunity to strengthen industry-academia collaboration, these roles suit distinguished professionals looking to give back through teaching, mentorship, and research. Interested applicants are encouraged to prepare their application with all supporting documents and submit it by post well before the November 2, 2026 deadline.
