Faculty Recruitment at Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology, Jais and Bengaluru

Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), Jais, Uttar Pradesh has released a rolling advertisement for faculty positions, and this Government Vacancy is open to Indian nationals, including PIOs and OCIs. The Institute is inviting applications for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts in the regular cadre across its Jais and Bengaluru campuses. The total number of vacancies is not specified in the notification. The cut-off date for the second cycle is 01 November 2026, so interested candidates should apply online before that deadline.

   

Date Posted: 12 October 2026

Institution Name: Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT)

Advertisement/Notification No.: RGIPT/JAIS/FA/10/2026

Institution Profile: The Government of India, through the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), has set up Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), Jais, Uttar Pradesh on the lines of IITs under the Act of Parliament 54/2007 with an empowerment to award degrees and conduct front-end research. Institute has been granted status of “An Institution of National Importance” by the Parliament. The Institute is promoted by six leading Oil PSUs (ONGC, IOCL, OIL, GAIL, BPCL and HPCL) in India, in association with Oil Industrial Development Board (OIDB) and positioned as a “World Class” Institution. The Institute has been ranked 78th in the Engineering category in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Ministry of Education, Government of India.

Employment Type: Regular (Assistant Professor Grade-II is on contract basis for the first three years for a fresh PhD)

Department/School:

  • Petroleum Engineering & Geoengineering (Jais and Bengaluru Campus)
  • Chemical & Biochemical Engineering (Jais and Bengaluru Campus)
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Jais and Bengaluru Campus)
  • Mechanical Engineering (Jais and Bengaluru Campus)
  • Computer Science & Engineering (Jais and Bengaluru Campus)
  • Energy and Human Sciences (Jais and Bengaluru Campus)
  • Mathematical Sciences (Jais and Bengaluru Campus)
  • Management Studies (Bengaluru Campus)

Post Name/Designation: The Institute is hiring Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor (Grade-I and Grade-II) in the following departments

Faculty members may be transferred within the RGIPT campuses.

Total Vacancies: Not specified in the notification

Educational Qualifications Needed for Faculty Posts: Candidates should have

  • PhD with first class or equivalent (in terms of grades, etc.) at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch, with a very good academic record throughout.

Age Limit: The upper age limit for Assistant Professor is 35 years

  • Cycle I: As on 01 May 2026
  • Cycle II: As on 01 November 2026
  • Age relaxation may be considered in exceptional cases, and for reserved category candidates as per Government of India guidelines

Experience Required for Each Level: Candidates should have

  • Professor: 10 years of teaching/research/industrial experience, of which at least 4 years should be at the level of Associate Professor
  • Associate Professor: A minimum of 6 years of teaching/research/industrial experience, of which at least 3 years should be at the level of Assistant Professor or equivalent
  • Assistant Professor Grade-I: 3 or more years of teaching/research/industrial experience for regular appointment, excluding experience gained during PhD
  • Assistant Professor Grade-II (on Contract): Fresh PhDs are eligible, but experience gained during PhD will not be considered

Pay Scale/Pay Level: As per 7th CPC, plus Dearness Allowance and Transport Allowance as per Central Government rules

Position Academic Pay Level Entry Basic Pay
Professor Level 14A (Rs. 159100-220200) Rs. 1,59,100 per month
Associate Professor Level 13A2 (Rs. 139600-211300) Rs. 1,39,600 per month
Assistant Professor (Grade-I) Level 12 (101500-167400) Rs. 1,01,500 per month
Assistant Professor (Grade-II) Level 11 (Rs. 57700-98200) Rs. 89,900 per month
Assistant Professor (Grade-II)** Level 10 (Rs. 57700-98200) Rs. 70,900 per month

**On completing one year of experience from the date of award of PhD (excluding experience gained while pursuing PhD), a Grade-II incumbent moves to Academic Pay Level 11. After three years, they move to Academic Pay Level 12 as Assistant Professor Grade-I, as per Institute norms.

Higher initial pay may be considered for exceptionally qualified and deserving candidates.

Application Fee: As per notification

How Candidates Will Be Selected: Candidates will be selected through the following stages

  • Screening of applications based on qualification and experience, as the Institute may restrict the number of candidates called for interview
  • Interview, which may be conducted periodically depending on the Institute’s needs and the availability of suitable candidates
  • Consideration for a lower position in the same area of specialization, if not found suitable for the higher position

Job Location: Jais, Uttar Pradesh and Bengaluru, Karnataka

Important Dates:

Activity Date
Notification Date Rolling Advertisement
Application Start Date Not Specified (Rolling Advertisement)
Last Date to Apply Online (First Cycle) 11.59 PM, Friday, 01 May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online (Second Cycle) 11.59 PM, Sunday, 01 November 2026
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, with a copy sent by Email

How to Apply for this Position?
Candidates can fill in the application form online through the Institute website, www.rgipt.ac.in. After submitting the form online, send a copy of it by email to [email protected] along with all supporting documents. Since this is a rolling advertisement, applications can be sent at any time. They are processed in two cycles this year, and applications that could not be processed in the first cycle stay alive for the next cycle.

Application Procedure: Candidates need to follow the steps given below to apply for this post

  • Visit the Institute website, www.rgipt.ac.in, and open the online application form
  • Fill in the personal, academic and experience details carefully
  • List your proposed, ongoing and completed research projects
  • Write a short paragraph on your teaching philosophy and strategy, and list the national and international conferences you have attended along with your role in them
  • Upload the supporting documents and submit the form online
  • Email a copy of the submitted form with all supporting documents to [email protected]

Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready

  • Updated resume/CV
  • Educational certificates and mark sheets
  • Caste/Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) in the format prescribed by the Government of India, if applicable
  • Age proof/Date of birth certificate
  • Experience certificates
  • Relevant disability certificates and details, if physically challenged
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer at the time of interview, for those employed in Government, Semi-Government Organizations or Institutions, unless the application is sent through proper channel
  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • Government-issued ID proof

Important Links:

Link Type Details
Official Notification RGIPT Government Vacancy Notification (This link is taken from the institution official website)
Institution Official Website www.rgipt.ac.in
Application Link Apply Online at www.rgipt.ac.in
Email Address to Apply [email protected]

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.

Institution address:
Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology,
Jais,
Uttar Pradesh,
India.


Benefits of Joining RGIPT:

  • Work at an Institution of National Importance promoted by leading Oil PSUs, with a strong focus on petroleum and energy research
  • Central Government pay levels as per the 7th CPC, along with Dearness Allowance and Transport Allowance
  • Campus accommodation where available, otherwise permissible House Rent Allowance
  • Leave Travel Concession, medical reimbursement, education allowance for children and reimbursement of telephone bills
  • Cumulative Professional Development Allowance for books and for attending national and international conferences

Frequently Asked Questions for Government Vacancy

  1. Who can apply for these faculty posts?
    Indian nationals, including Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs), can apply.
  2. Which posts are advertised by RGIPT?
    Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in the regular cadre.
  3. Which campuses have vacancies?
    Jais, Uttar Pradesh and Bengaluru, Karnataka. Management Studies is listed for the Bengaluru Campus.
  4. What is the last date for the second cycle?
    The second cycle cut-off is 11.59 PM on 01 November 2026.
  5. Is this a rolling advertisement?
    Yes. Candidates can apply at any time, and applications are processed in two cycles during 2026.
  6. How can I submit my application?
    Fill in the online form on www.rgipt.ac.in and email a copy with supporting documents to [email protected].
  7. What is the upper age limit for Assistant Professor?
    It is 35 years as on 01 November 2026 for the second cycle.
  8. Is age relaxation available?
    Age relaxation may be considered in exceptional cases, and reserved category candidates get relaxation as per Government of India guidelines.
  9. Is an application fee mentioned in the notification?
    No application fee details are given in the notification, so please check the official notification and the online portal.
  10. Do government employees need an NOC?
    Yes. They should apply through proper channel or produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.

If you hold a PhD and want to teach and research in petroleum and energy at a nationally recognised institute, this rolling advertisement is a good chance to apply. Check your eligibility for the post you want, prepare your documents, and submit your application online before the second cycle cut-off on 01 November 2026. For any query, write to [email protected].