Assistant Professor, Various Departments at IISc Bengaluru
About the position
IISc Bengaluru invites applications for Assistant Professor positions across its academic departments and centres. This is a rolling advertisement covering Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Electrical Electronics and Computer Sciences, Mechanical Sciences, and Interdisciplinary Sciences. Applicants can choose up to three departments or centres on the application portal. The notice does not state a fixed number of posts.
Important dates
Eligibility
PhD, with First Class or equivalent (in terms of grades) in the preceding degree, and a good academic record throughout. A minimum of three years teaching, research or professional experience, excluding experience gained while pursuing the PhD. In exceptional cases, candidates with less experience may also be considered with appropriate changes to salary. Candidates should preferably be below 35 years of age.
Fellowship / pay
Level 12 with basic pay of Rs 1,01,500. After three years of service in Level 12, pay is fixed in Level 13A1 with basic pay of Rs 1,31,400. Total minimum emoluments (including Dearness and Transport Allowances) are Rs 1,73,063 per month with house rent allowance, or Rs 1,45,658 per month if staying on campus. Additional benefits include start-up research grants, Young Investigator awards, Cumulative Professional Development Allowance, campus housing, and relocation reimbursement.
How to apply
- Visit the online portal at https://recruitment.iisc.ac.in/frp/.
- Register and fill the online application form, choosing up to three preferred departments or centres.
- Upload curriculum vitae with a full list of publications.
- Upload up to 5 selected publications.
- Upload a detailed research plan, including laboratory space and equipment cost estimates.
- Upload a clearly articulated teaching plan for undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Upload latest caste and/or disability certificate, if applicable, as per Government of India norms.
- For queries, contact the Registrar at registrar@iisc.ac.in with a copy to recruitment.council@iisc.ac.in and ar.council@iisc.ac.in.
Official notification
Found on 1 Oct 2026 on the institute's own site. Open the official PDF