Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur — Academic Affairs
Cut-off Date: 06 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 60 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 60 yrs | — | 07 Aug 1966 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 60 yrs | — | 07 Aug 1966 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 63 yrs | +3 yrs | 07 Aug 1963 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 65 yrs | +5 yrs | 07 Aug 1961 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 65 yrs | +5 yrs | 07 Aug 1961 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 70 yrs | +10 yrs | 07 Aug 1956 to 06 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–60 Years (As on 06 Aug 2026)
The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur has issued an official recruitment notification for Professor of Practice (PoP), announcing a total of 20 vacancies located in West Bengal. The online application window opens on 06 July 2026 and closes on 06 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Distinguished professionals with 20 years of experience, including 5 years in leadership roles. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 70 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 1,00,000 per month (consolidated). The selection procedure comprises Application review followed by document verification.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 06 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
06 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Professor of Practice (PoP) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Qualification | Distinguished professionals with 20 years of experience, including 5 years in leadership roles. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 70 years |
| Salary | Rs. 1,00,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Selection Process | Application review followed by document verification. |
The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur has announced the recruitment of 20 Professor of Practice (PoP) positions on a contractual basis. This initiative is designed to integrate distinguished industry experts into the academic environment, bridging the gap between professional expertise and engineering education.
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Professor of Practice (PoP) | 20 |
Candidates must possess significant professional contributions and meet the following criteria:
The maximum age limit for applicants is 70 years as of the application date.
The monthly remuneration is set at Rs. 1,00,000. Depending on the nature of the engagement, this may be funded by IIEST or through industry-sponsored arrangements. Honorary positions are also possible.
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