The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi, Jharkhand, an autonomous institution founded by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has announced this Management Faculty Recruitment through regular recruitment. Applications are invited for Assistant Professor (Grade-II and Grade-I), Associate Professor and Professor in two areas: Information Systems & Business Analytics, and Legal Studies & Responsible Business (Business Law). Candidates should have an exceptional academic background and a good publication record in ABDC/ABS journals. The entry pay ranges from Rs. 70,900 to Rs. 1,59,100 per month under the 7th CPC. Eligible candidates can apply online on or before 5:00 PM, 2 December 2026.
Date Posted: 13th November 2026
Institution Name: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi
Advertisement/Notification No.: ADVT/IIMR/IPC-FR/ALL/2026/NOV
Institution Profile: Indian Institute of Management Ranchi (IIM Ranchi) is an autonomous institution founded by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in December 2009. IIM Ranchi currently offers a full-time two years Post Graduate Programme in Management (MBA), a full-time two years Post Graduate Programme in Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM), a full-time two years Post Graduate Programme in Business Analytics (MBA-BA), a full-time Doctoral Programme (Ph.D.), an Executive Doctoral Programme (ePh.D.) and an Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (Executive MBA).
Employment Type: Regular recruitment. Assistant Professor (Grade-II) is on contract. Depending on the academic credentials of the candidate, the Institute may also consider an offer on a contractual basis of one, two or three years.
Post Name/Designation:
| Department/School | Subject/Specialization | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Information Systems & Business Analytics | Assistant Professor (Grade-II on contract), Assistant Professor (Grade-I), Associate Professor, Professor | Not Specified |
| Legal Studies & Responsible Business | Business Law – Assistant Professor (Grade-II on contract), Assistant Professor (Grade-I), Associate Professor, Professor | Not Specified |
| Total | Not Specified |
Total Vacancies: Not Specified in the notification. The Institute reserves the right to fill or not to fill positions in any of these or any other specializations.
Required Educational Qualifications for Faculty Positions:
- Ph.D. or equivalent degree
- A good publication record in ABDC/ABS journals
- Candidates must have made the final submission of their Ph.D. thesis for external review as on the last date of application
- All qualifications must be from a UGC recognized University/Deemed university or an AICTE approved autonomous institution, wherever applicable; courses offered by autonomous institutions should be equivalent to the relevant course approved or recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
- Designation-wise shortlisting criteria for experience are as per the MHRD circulars F.No.23-1/2008-TS.II dated August 18, 2009, September 16, 2009 and September 22, 2009
Candidate Profile:
- Candidates with an exceptional and strong academic background and an understanding of current developments in their field of expertise
- Willing to teach across various programmes and publish high-quality research papers in leading academic journals
- Willing to contribute to academic administration, institution development, training programmes and consultancy work, as per Institute norms
- Persons already working in Central/State Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous organizations must send applications through proper channel
Required Experience:
| Designation | Experience |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor on contract (Grade II) | No prior experience required |
| Assistant Professor (Grade I) | Total experience of 3 years in research/teaching/industry |
| Associate Professor | Experience of 6 years, of which at least 3 years at the level of Assistant Professor at equivalent peer institutions |
| Professor | Experience of 10 years, of which at least 4 years at the level of Associate Professor at IIMs/IITs/IISc/NITIE/IISERs/other equivalent peer institutions |
The research/teaching/industry experience of the candidate is expected to be in a relevant area.
Pay Scale/Pay Level: As per the 7th CPC, as given below.
| Post | Pay Scale Under 7th CPC |
|---|---|
| Professor | Rs. 1,59,100 – 2,20,200, with entry pay of Rs. 1,59,100 |
| Associate Professor | Rs. 1,39,600 – 2,11,300, with entry pay of Rs. 1,39,600 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-I) | Rs. 1,01,500 – 1,67,400, with entry pay of Rs. 1,01,500 |
| Assistant Professor (Grade-II) | Rs. 70,900 (minimum basic) |
Other benefits, such as LTC, medical reimbursement, contribution towards EPF/NPS, faculty development allowance and financial support towards national and international conferences, are permitted as per Institute norms. Faculty members may pursue industry consultation with income sharing as per Institute rules, and there is a provision for additional compensation for teaching/training, subject to the minimum work-norm of the Institute.
Application Fee: As per notification. No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process:
- Shortlisting of applications, with the Institute reserving the right to devise its own criteria; mere fulfilment of the minimum qualification does not entitle a candidate to be called for seminar/interview
- Seminar/interview, wherever applicable
- Candidates called for seminar/interview for a vacancy may be considered for a lower post if otherwise found suitable
- Relaxation in qualification and experience, or a higher start in the time scale, may be considered for exceptionally bright candidates
- The Institute may seek vigilance clearance and details of any disciplinary action, court case or F.I.R. during or after selection
Job Location: Ranchi, Jharkhand
Important Dates:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | Not Specified |
| Application Start Date | Not Specified |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2 December 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Walk-in/Interview Date | Not Applicable – Details will be sent to the communication channel mentioned in the notification for shortlisted candidates |
Apply Mode: Online Application Link
How to Apply for this Position? Candidates need to fill in the online application in the appropriate format on the IIM Ranchi careers page, with the advertisement number given. Incomplete applications are not entertained. Candidates should check their email and the Institute website regularly for any communication.
Application Procedure:
- Visit the IIM Ranchi careers page https://iimranchi.ac.in/careers/ and find the advertisement number ADVT/IIMR/IPC-FR/ALL/2026/NOV
- Fill in the online application form completely, with correct details and an active email ID
- Submit the online application on or before 5:00 PM, 2 December 2026
- Respond within the given time to any communication from the Institute, since non-response may lead to disqualification
- Persons already working in Central/State Government/PSU/Autonomous organizations must send applications through proper channel and furnish a No Objection Certificate at the seminar/interview
Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)
- The notice does not list documents other than those below
- Category certificate in the prescribed format for central government employment, to be submitted at the seminar/interview; NC-OBC and EWS certificates must be valid for the current financial year
- No Objection Certificate from the current employer, for candidates working in Government/PSU/Autonomous organizations, at the seminar/interview
- Candidates should keep their Ph.D. proof, publication records and experience certificates ready, in case they are asked for
Important Links:
| Link Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | IIM Ranchi Management Faculty Recruitment Notification (This link is taken from the institution official website) |
| Institution Official Website | www.iimranchi.ac.in |
| Application Link | iimranchi.ac.in/careers |
Disclaimer for Candidates: Candidates are requested to carefully read and review the official notification before applying, as the information above is presented for general reference only and the official advertisement shall be treated as final and authoritative in case of any discrepancy.
For Any Enquiry: For technical problems or queries about the online application, email [email protected] with a copy to [email protected], or call 9547512477.
Institution address:
Indian Institute of Management Ranchi,
Ranchi,
Jharkhand, India.
Benefits of Joining IIM Ranchi:
- Faculty positions at an Indian Institute of Management under the Ministry of Education
- Pay as per the 7th CPC, with an entry pay of up to Rs. 1,59,100 for Professor
- LTC, medical reimbursement, EPF/NPS contribution and faculty development allowance
- Financial support for national and international conferences
- Permission to pursue industry consultation with income sharing, and additional compensation for teaching and training
Frequently Asked Questions for Management Faculty Recruitment
- What is the last date to apply?
5:00 PM, 2 December 2026. - Which areas are advertised?
Information Systems & Business Analytics, and Legal Studies & Responsible Business (Business Law). - Which designations are advertised?
Assistant Professor (Grade-II on contract), Assistant Professor (Grade-I), Associate Professor and Professor. - How many vacancies are available?
The notification does not give the number of vacancies. - How can candidates apply?
Online, on the IIM Ranchi careers page, under the advertisement number ADVT/IIMR/IPC-FR/ALL/2026/NOV. - What is the required qualification?
A Ph.D. or equivalent degree, with a good publication record in ABDC/ABS journals. The final Ph.D. thesis must be submitted for external review by the last date. - How much experience is needed?
None for Assistant Professor (Grade-II), 3 years for Grade-I, 6 years for Associate Professor and 10 years for Professor, as given in the table. - What is the pay?
Entry pay of Rs. 70,900 for Assistant Professor (Grade-II), Rs. 1,01,500 for Grade-I, Rs. 1,39,600 for Associate Professor and Rs. 1,59,100 for Professor. - Is there any age limit or age relaxation?
No age limit is mentioned. Reservation applies as per Government of India rules. - Is there an application fee, and is it refundable?
No application fee is mentioned, and no refund policy is specified.
This recruitment offers researchers in information systems, analytics and business law a chance to join IIM Ranchi at all faculty levels. Eligible candidates should keep their publication record ready, apply online before 5:00 PM on 2 December 2026, and check their email for updates.
