The Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu) has announced a major recruitment drive for Non-Teaching positions for the year 2026. A total of 27 vacancies are available across Group A, Group B, and Group C posts, including Laboratory Assistant, Senior Assistant, Public Relations Officer, Assistant Registrar, Sports Officer, and several other roles.
Eligible Indian nationals who possess the required Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, or Diploma as per the post can apply online within the prescribed dates. This recruitment offers attractive pay scales under the 7th Central Pay Commission, along with standard allowances.
Overview of IIT Jammu Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
- Organization Name: IIT Jammu (Indian Institute of Technology, Jammu)
- Post Type: Non-Teaching
- Total Vacancies: 27
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Location: IIT Jammu
- Pay Scale: ₹29,200 to ₹1,77,500 per month (as per post)
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 29 December 2025
- Online Application Start Date: 03 January 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: 03 February 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 03 February 2026
- NOC Submission (if applicable): Within 40 days of online application
Vacancy Details
Post-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Officer | A | 01 |
| Assistant Registrar | A | 01 |
| Sports Officer | A | 01 |
| Fire and Safety Officer | B | 01 |
| Senior Laboratory Officer | B | 01 |
| Laboratory Officer | B | 03 |
| Junior Section Officer | B | 04 |
| Assistant Sports Officer | B | 01 |
| Laboratory Assistant | C | 07 |
| Senior Assistant | C | 07 |
Total Vacancies: 27
Laboratory posts are further distributed across departments such as Bioscience, Civil, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, Central Workshop, Computing Infrastructure, and Innovation Centres.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the educational qualification and experience requirements specific to each post.
- Group A Posts: Require a Master’s Degree with relevant professional experience.
- Group B Posts: Require Master’s / Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma with specified years of experience.
- Group C Posts: Require Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma with relevant experience.
Most posts require a minimum of 60% marks in qualifying examinations. Desirable qualifications include computer proficiency, administrative experience, or specialization related to the post.
Age Limit (as on 03 February 2026)
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Officer | 45 years |
| Assistant Registrar | 45 years |
| Sports Officer | 45 years |
| Fire and Safety Officer | 40 years |
| Senior Laboratory Officer | 40 years |
| Laboratory Officer | 35 years |
| Junior Section Officer | 35 years |
| Assistant Sports Officer | 35 years |
| Laboratory Assistant | 33 years |
| Senior Assistant | 33 years |
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Reservations and benefits for PwD (Persons with Disabilities) and Ex-Servicemen will be provided in accordance with Government of India rules.
- Age of Superannuation: 60 years
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will be appointed under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with additional allowances as applicable.
- Group A (Level-10): ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month
- Group B (Level-8): ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 per month
- Group B (Level-6): ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month
- Group C (Level-5): ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month
Allowances such as Dearness Allowance and other benefits will be provided as per IIT Jammu norms.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Group A) | ₹1,000 |
| General / OBC / EWS (Group B & C) | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Women | ₹200 (Processing Fee Only) |
The application fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
The selection will be conducted through a multi-stage recruitment process, which may include:
- Screening of applications
- Written Examination
- Skill / Proficiency Test
- Computer Test
- Presentation and Interview (for Group A posts)
Each stage is qualifying in nature. Candidates must score at least 50% in each stage, with an overall qualifying requirement of 60%.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online only within the specified dates.
- Candidates should fill in all required details carefully.
- Upload educational certificates, experience documents, category certificates, and recent photograph.
- Applicants must submit the application fee using the online payment portal.
- Submit the application and keep a printout for future reference.
- Candidates applying for multiple posts must submit separate applications for each post.
Important Instructions
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
- Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
- No changes are allowed once the application is submitted.
- Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents at the time of test/interview.
- The Institute reserves the right to modify vacancies or recruitment stages without prior notice.
