IISER Pune faculty recruitment 2026 is currently being handled through rolling advertisements. The Institute lists a reserved-category Special Recruitment Drive covering Assistant Professor Grade I and Associate Professor, plus a separate unreserved rolling advertisement for Assistant Professor Grade I in Data Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Science Education.
IISER Pune Faculty Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Institution | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune |
|---|---|
| Current status | OPEN / ROLLING |
| Advertisement 01/2023 | Special Recruitment Drive for reserved-category candidates |
| Advertisement 02/2023 | Unreserved Assistant Professor Grade I route in specified departments |
| Fixed closing date | No fixed last date stated for the rolling calls |
| Application mode | Online application system |
| Current ranks in listed advertisements | Assistant Professor Grade I / Grade II consideration; Associate Professor under the SRD |
| Last verified | 29 September 2026 |
Current Rolling Recruitment Routes
| Advertisement | Eligible Group | Current Listed Positions | Departmental Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/2023 | SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD / EWS candidates, subject to the advertisement and amendments | Assistant Professor Grade I; Associate Professor | Institute departments covered by the Special Recruitment Drive and current amendments |
| 02/2023 | Unreserved candidates | Assistant Professor Grade I, with Grade II consideration in specified cases | Data Science; Humanities & Social Sciences; Science Education |
Eligibility by Faculty Rank
| Assistant Professor Grade I | Relevant PhD, first class at the preceding degree, and at least 3 years of post-PhD industrial/research/teaching experience, subject to the applicable advertisement and amendments. |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade II | Candidates applying for Grade I who have less than 3 years of post-PhD experience may be considered under the amended Grade II route, subject to suitability and advertisement conditions. |
| Associate Professor | Relevant PhD, first class at the preceding degree, at least 6 years of post-PhD industrial/research/teaching experience, including at least 3 years at Assistant Professor Grade I level, under the current Special Recruitment Drive framework. |
Science Education Eligibility
The amended Science Education wording accepts relevant PhDs in Science or Mathematics Education, Science or Mathematics, or fields related to Education, subject to the other stated conditions.
Current Priority Research Areas
The current amended advertisements identify priority areas while also retaining a broader interdisciplinary research environment.
| Biology | Cellular immunology, electron cryomicroscopy/cryotomography, plant biology, virology |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | Bio-inorganic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, natural-products synthesis, charge/spin transport, single-molecule spectroscopy and related computational/experimental areas |
| Data Science | AI and machine learning, optimization, information theory, statistics, algorithms, theoretical foundations and emerging areas spanning computer science, applied mathematics and statistics |
| Earth & Climate Science | Geophysics, geology, climate science, water science and related areas |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | Intellectual history, history of science, anthropology, sociology and current advertisement-specific priorities |
| Mathematics | Statistics, theoretical computer science and related mathematical areas |
| Physics | Broad physics areas, including quantum technologies, gravitational waves/cosmology, living systems and strongly correlated systems |
| Science Education | Pedagogy of science, philosophy of education, science-education practices and related areas |
Applicants should use the latest amendment for the advertisement they are applying under, because priority areas can be revised independently.
Pay Levels and Faculty Benefits
| Position | Academic Level | Entry Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | 14A | ₹1,59,100 |
| Associate Professor | 13A2 | ₹1,39,600 |
| Assistant Professor Grade I | 12 | ₹1,01,500 |
| Assistant Professor Grade II | 10 | ₹70,900 |
Assistant Professor Grade II Contract
The current amendments state that Grade II appointment is contractual for 3 years and may be extended for up to 2 additional years, one year at a time, following performance review.
Assistant Professor Grade I Tenure Track
Advertisement 02/2023 states that Assistant Professor Grade I is a tenure-track appointment, initially offered for five years, with continuation thereafter subject to performance review.
Professional Development
IISER Pune lists a professional development allowance of ₹3,00,000 for a three-year period for eligible expenses such as conference participation, professional-body memberships and contingencies. Medical reimbursement and NPS provisions also apply under relevant rules.
Application Documents
The current IISER Pune Faculty FAQ identifies the following core application material:
| CV | Complete academic CV including publication list |
|---|---|
| Research proposal | Future research plan covering approximately the next 3–5–10 years, within the stated page limit |
| Teaching statement | Short statement covering teaching interests and teaching philosophy |
| Existing courses | Identify IISER Pune courses to which you could contribute |
| New courses | Identify courses you would like to design |
| Referees | Contact details in the number required for the target department |
| Reservation documents | Applicable category documents for the Special Recruitment Drive |
Referee Numbers Listed in the FAQ
- Physics and Mathematics: at least 4 referees
- Biology, Chemistry, Earth & Climate Science: at least 6 referees
Applicants to other departments should follow the live portal and department-specific instructions rather than assume a referee number.
How to Apply
| Step 1 | Identify whether you are applying under Advertisement 01/2023 or Advertisement 02/2023. |
|---|---|
| Step 2 | Read the full advertisement and all amendments relevant to your category, rank and department. |
| Step 3 | Create or update your profile in the IISER Pune online faculty recruitment system. |
| Step 4 | Prepare and upload the CV, research proposal, teaching statement and other requested documents. |
| Step 5 | Provide referee details according to department requirements. |
| Step 6 | Submit through the online system. Email and ordinary hard-copy applications are not accepted as substitutes for the online process. |
| Step 7 | Monitor the official opportunities page because rolling priorities and amendments can change. |
CareerAidHub Application Guidance
The following points are CareerAidHub guidance and do not replace IISER Pune’s official criteria.
- Choose the correct rolling route: category, rank and department determine which advertisement applies.
- Use the amended priorities: align your research statement with the latest advertised areas rather than an older version.
- Explain research independence: distinguish your own scientific contribution from your PhD/postdoctoral supervisors.
- Use the 3–5–10 year structure: make near-, medium- and longer-term research goals specific and credible.
- Prepare referees early: some departments require four or six referees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is IISER Pune faculty recruitment open in 2026?
Yes. IISER Pune currently lists rolling faculty advertisements 01/2023 and 02/2023 with online application routes.
Is there a fixed last date?
No fixed last date is currently stated for the rolling advertisements. Applications are accepted throughout the year and considered periodically.
Can candidates with under three years of post-PhD experience apply?
Yes. Under the current amendments, eligible applicants for Assistant Professor Grade I with less than three years of post-PhD experience may be considered for Assistant Professor Grade II.
What is the entry pay for Assistant Professor Grade I?
The listed entry pay is ₹1,01,500 at Academic Level 12.
What documents are required?
The Faculty FAQ lists a CV with publication list, research proposal, teaching statement and referee details, together with advertisement-specific documents.
Can I apply by email?
No. IISER Pune directs applicants to the online application system; email or ordinary hard-copy submission does not replace the online application.
Official IISER Pune Sources and Application Links
| Academic Opportunities | Current faculty advertisements, online application routes, pay levels and benefits |
|---|---|
| Faculty FAQ | General faculty criteria, application documents, referee guidance and recruitment timeline |
| Advertisement 01/2023 & Amendments | Reserved-category Special Recruitment Drive eligibility, ranks and current amendments |
| Advertisement 02/2023 & Amendments | UR Assistant Professor Grade I route, Grade II consideration and current priority areas |
CareerAidHub verified the current rolling faculty recruitment framework against IISER Pune’s official opportunities page, Faculty FAQ and current advertisement amendments on 29 September 2026. Applicants should recheck the latest amendment before submitting because priorities and recruitment conditions may change.
