The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur (IIEST Shibpur) has announced recruitment for 20 Professor of Practice (PoP) positions on a contractual basis. The post seeks distinguished professionals with extensive industry experience, and applications are accepted online until 06 August 2026.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur |
| Post Name |
Professor of Practice (PoP) |
| Total Vacancies |
20 |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Notification Date |
06 July 2026 |
| Last Date |
06 August 2026 |
Post & Organization Details
- Organisation: Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur
- Post: Professor of Practice (PoP) – Contractual
- Advertisement No.: RO/JL/26/24
- Salary: Rs. 1,00,000 per month (Consolidated, IIEST funded or mutually agreed/industry funded)
- Age Limit: Maximum 70 years
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
| Professor of Practice (PoP) |
20 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Distinguished experts with at least 20 years of service/experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position.
- Formal academic qualification is not essential if the candidate demonstrates exemplary professional practice.
- Not open to individuals currently serving or retired from teaching professions.
- Ability to perform duties comparable to a regular Professor.
Pay Scale & Salary
Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 1,00,000 per month (IIEST funded) or mutually agreed (industry funded) or honorary.
Application Fee
No application fee is required for any category (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD).
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Date |
06 July 2026 |
| Last Date of Submission of Online Application |
06 August 2026 |
Selection Process
- Application/Nomination via Google Form
- Document Verification
How to Apply
- Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria mentioned above.
- Submit the online application on or before 06-08-2026 using the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, visit the official IIEST Shibpur website to complete the application.
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
- Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable (none for this recruitment).
- Review all entered information carefully before final submission.
- Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the last date to apply for the IIEST Shibpur Professor of Practice (PoP) recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application is 06 August 2026.
- How many vacancies are available for the Professor of Practice (PoP) post?
There are a total of 20 vacancies.
- What is the educational qualification required for the Professor of Practice (PoP) position?
Distinguished experts with at least 20 years of service/experience, including 5 years in leadership, are eligible. Formal academic qualification may not be essential if there is exemplary professional practice.
- What is the age limit for the Professor of Practice (PoP) post?
The maximum age limit is 70 years.
- What is the salary offered for the Professor of Practice (PoP) position?
The salary is Rs. 1,00,000 per month (Consolidated, IIEST funded) or mutually agreed/industry funded or honorary.
- Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for any category.
- What is the selection process for the Professor of Practice (PoP) role?
The process involves application/nomination via Google Form followed by document verification.
- What is the job type for this recruitment?
The position is contractual.
