The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) has made the NIT Calicut Recruitment 2026 notification available to the public. This recruitment drive aims to engage distinguished academicians, researchers, and industry experts as Visiting Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, and Professors of Practice across various departments at NIT Calicut. Candidates below 70 years of age with a Ph.D., Post Graduate, or Graduate qualifications and relevant professional experience are eligible to apply online. The application process is open until 10-06-2026 (05:00 PM), and interested candidates can find the detailed notification PDF and the application link below.
Experienced professionals in Engineering, Sciences, Management, and Humanities can apply online at the official website: https://www.nitc.ac.in.
NIT Calicut Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Institute Name | National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) |
| Position | Visiting Faculty / Adjunct Faculty / Professor of Practice / Professor Emeritus |
| Advertisement Type | Standing Advertisement |
| Departments / Centres | Multiple (Engineering, Sciences, Architecture, Humanities, etc.) |
| Engagement Type | Short-term / Part-time (Visiting & Adjunct) / Full-time Contract (Professor of Practice) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 10 June 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
| Official Website | https://www.nitc.ac.in |
Departments / Centres Recruiting
| Sl. No. | Department / Centre |
|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture and Planning |
| 2 | Chemical Engineering |
| 3 | Education |
| 4 | Electrical Engineering |
| 5 | Electronics and Communication Engineering |
| 6 | Mathematics |
| 7 | Physics |
| 8 | Centre for Career Development |
| 9 | Centre for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Incubation |
| 10 | Centre for Women Welfare & Social Empowerment |
Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications of NIT Calicut Recruitment
Essential Qualification: Candidates must hold a Ph.D., Post Graduate, or Graduate degree in the respective field from a Centrally Funded Institution (CFI) under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
Experience Required:
- 10 / 12 / 15 years of experience after Ph.D. / PG / Graduation respectively.
- Minimum 3 years in very senior positions (GM / Director / Tech Head / R&D Head / Project Head) in top reputed organizations / top 100 Corporates / ISRO / DRDO / National Research Labs (Scientist F level or above).
Desirable Exposure:
- Product design & development, Patents, Technology Transfer
- Guided internships/student projects
- Teaching experience at CFIs
- Research publications in SCI / WoS journals
- Collaboration with funding agencies, startups/unicorns
- Consultancy & sponsored research experience
Age Limit: Candidates must be below 70 years. Note: Exceptional candidates with outstanding contributions may be considered even if they do not fully meet the above criteria.
Preferred Areas of Specialization
The following areas are preferred for specialization:
- Architecture and Planning: Human Settlement & Climate Change, Sustainable Urban Planning, Resilient Cities, Urban Economics, Architectural Conservation, etc.
- Chemical Engineering: Digital Automation, Data Analytics, Fuel Cells, Hydrogen Energy, Catalysis, Mineral Processing.
- Education: Teacher Education, Sociology/Philosophy of Education.
- Electrical Engineering: Python Programming, EV Charging Infrastructure, Sensors for EV systems, Entrepreneurship in Electrical Sciences.
- Electronics & Communication Engineering: Machine Learning & Deep Learning, Hardware for AI, Embedded Systems, Optimization in Signal Processing.
- Mathematics: Software Reliability, Applied Mathematics, Multivariate Statistical Analysis.
- Physics: Nuclear Science and Engineering.
- Centre for Career Development: Civil Services Coaching, Personality Development, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Verbal Ability.
- Centre for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Incubation: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Startup Development.
- Centre for Women Welfare & Social Empowerment: Gender and Technology, Women Empowerment.
Salary for NIT Calicut Recruitment 2026
For Visiting Faculty & Adjunct Faculty
| Position | Honorarium | Monthly Ceiling + Allowances |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Rs. 7,000/- per day | Rs. 1.20 Lakh + Rs. 20,000/- reimbursable |
| Associate Professor | Rs. 5,000/- per day | Rs. 1.00 Lakh + Rs. 20,000/- reimbursable |
| Assistant Professor | Rs. 3,000/- per day | Rs. 0.80 Lakh + Rs. 20,000/- reimbursable |
For Professor of Practice (Full-time)
| Position | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Professor | Rs. 1.20 Lakh + Rs. 20,000/- allowances |
| Associate Professor | Rs. 1.00 Lakh + Rs. 20,000/- allowances |
| Assistant Professor | Rs. 0.80 Lakh + Rs. 20,000/- allowances |
How to Apply for NIT Calicut Adjunct / Visiting Faculty 2026
Click the official apply link below to submit your application.
Candidates currently employed in Government / PSU / Autonomous bodies should submit their application through the proper channel if shortlisted.
NIT Calicut Recruitment – Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline for submitting my application?
Ans. You must submit your application by June 10, 2026 (05:00 PM) to be considered.
Q2. How many openings are there?
Ans. The total number of vacancies hasn’t been explicitly stated; please refer to the official notification for department-specific details.
Q3. What educational background do I need?
Ans. You should hold a Ph.D., Post Graduate, or Graduate degree in your respective field, preferably from a Centrally Funded Institution (CFI).
Q4. Is there an age limit for these roles?
Ans. Yes, applicants should generally be under 70 years of age.
Q5. Where do I go to apply?
Ans. You can submit your details online through the official portal at https://adjunct-faculty-recruit.nitc.ac.in/.
Q6. What salary can I expect?
Ans. Pay varies by role. For example, a Professor of Practice will receive Rs. 1.20 Lakh plus Rs. 20,000 in allowances per month.
Q7. Do I need prior teaching experience?
Ans. While not strictly mandatory for all, having teaching experience at Centrally Funded Institutions is highly desirable.
