Adjunct Faculty Recruitment 2026 at NIT Kurukshetra, Haryana – Apply for Adjunct Professor and Adjunct Fellow Positions

NIT Kurukshetra Adjunct Faculty Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 35/2026. Apply offline for Adjunct Professor and Adjunct Fellow positions across 13 departments. Last date: 6 November 2026.

Date Posted: 6th November 2026

Organisation: National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra (NIT Kurukshetra)

About the Institution

The National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra is an institution under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The Institute offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in engineering, sciences, management, architecture and other disciplines.

NIT Kurukshetra has expanded its academic programmes over the years, including B.Tech. and M.Tech. courses in various engineering and technology disciplines.

NIT Kurukshetra Adjunct Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Departments and Specialisations

The Institute invites applications from accomplished professionals, academicians, scientists, engineers and experienced practitioners for engagement as Adjunct Faculty in the following departments and schools.

Number of Vacancies: Not specified department-wise in the supplied advertisement details.

Designations

The engagement is available under the following categories:

• Adjunct Professor
• Adjunct Fellow

The designation and applicable honorarium will depend on the candidate’s professional profile, expertise and experience.

Eligibility Criteria and Required Qualifications

Candidates applying for Adjunct Faculty positions should meet the following broad requirements:

• Should be accomplished professionals in their respective fields, with professional expertise and reputation comparable to at least the top one-third of the Institute’s regular faculty.
• Their association should add value to the academic programmes, students, department or Institute.
• Candidates may come from industry or research organisations and should possess significant domain knowledge.
• Postgraduate or Ph.D. qualifications may not be essential, depending on the candidate’s professional accomplishments and expertise.
• Degrees and certificates, wherever applicable, should be from recognised universities or institutes.

Desirable Candidate Profile

The Institute is looking for experienced professionals, including:

1. Serving or retired scientists, engineers, physicians, professionals, academicians and practitioners such as advocates, artists and bankers.
2. Policymakers, officials and managers with experience in reputed industries, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), R&D organisations or academic institutions of the Central or State Government.
3. Civil servants, including IAS and IPS officers, and officials of Central or State Governments.
4. Professionals from professional councils and statutory bodies.
5. Individuals working with reputed overseas academic, research and industrial organisations who have demonstrated an interest in Indian issues.

Required Experience

• Normally, at least 10 years of relevant professional experience is desirable.
• Candidates with more than 5 years of experience may be considered in emerging and cutting-edge technologies.
• Industry or research experience should preferably be from Government organisations, Public Enterprises or National Laboratories.
• Experience in private industry may be considered if the company is incorporated under the Indian Companies Act, 1956.

The Institute may assess candidates based on their professional achievements, domain expertise and contribution to the relevant academic field.

Honorarium / Remuneration

The maximum honorarium payable depends on the designation and engagement arrangement.

Note: The amounts mentioned above are maximum honorarium limits as provided in the recruitment details. Actual payment will depend on the designation and applicable engagement terms.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will involve the following stages:

1. Screening of Applications: Applications will be scrutinised, and the Institute may adopt shortlisting criteria higher than the advertised eligibility requirements.
2. Presentation and Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be required to make a presentation and attend an interview before the Selection Committee. Candidates must bear their own expenses for attending the selection process.
3. Document Verification: Original certificates and supporting documents will be verified.
4. Medical Examination: Selected candidates may be required to undergo a medical examination.

Interview Schedule: The date, time and venue will be communicated separately to shortlisted candidates. No fixed walk-in interview date has been specified.

Important Dates

Important: Applications received after 6th November 2026 at 5:30 PM will be considered in the next round.

Application Fee

Application fee details have not been specified in the supplied recruitment information. Candidates should check the official advertisement and application instructions.

How to Apply 

Eligible and interested candidates must submit their applications through offline mode by post.

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official NIT Kurukshetra website.
2. Download the prescribed application form and annexures for Adjunct Faculty engagement.
3. Fill in the application form and all annexure sheets carefully.
4. Attach self-attested photocopies of the required educational certificates, experience certificates and supporting documents.
5. Clearly mention the post applied for, department and discipline on the top-left corner of the envelope.
6. Candidates applying for more than one post, department or discipline must submit a separate application for each.
7. Send the complete application set by post to the Registrar, National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, Haryana.
8. Ensure that the application reaches the Institute by 6th November 2026, 5:30 PM, for consideration in the Fourth Round.

Candidates working in Government departments, autonomous bodies or PSUs: Applications should be forwarded through the proper channel. If the original application is likely to be delayed, an advance photocopy may be sent. The required No Objection Certificate (NOC) must be produced at the time of interview.

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents:

• Prescribed application form and completed annexure sheets.
• Self-attested photocopies of educational certificates and degree documents, wherever applicable.
• Experience certificates establishing relevant professional experience.
• Details and supporting evidence of professional achievements, expertise and reputation.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC), for candidates employed in Government departments, autonomous bodies or PSUs, to be produced at the time of interview.
• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Government-issued identity proof.
• Original certificates and documents for verification at the time of interview.

Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete list of required documents and prescribed formats.

Important Links

Postal Address for Application

The Registrar
National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra
Kurukshetra – 136119
Haryana, India.