Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat has invited applications for Professor posts in 12 departments. Online applications are open until 2 December 2026. Here are the vacancies, eligibility, pay, fee, important dates and how to apply.
SVNIT Surat Professor Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat |
| Advertisement No. | Estt./2026/Prof/1600 |
| Advertisement Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Post Name | Professor |
| Pay Level | Level 14A (₹1,59,100 – ₹2,20,200 per month) |
| Total Vacancies | 5 (tentative) |
| Mode of Application | Online, plus hard copy by post/hand |
| Job Location | Surat, Gujarat |
| Official Website | www.svnit.ac.in |
| Application Portal | svnitrec.samarth.edu.in |
SVNIT Surat is an Institute of National Importance, established under the NIT Act by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It offers UG, PG and doctoral programmes in Engineering, Technology and the Sciences. The institute is looking for Indian nationals with excellent academic records and a commitment to quality teaching and research.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed notification published on website | 17 October 2026 |
| Online portal opens | 18 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 2 December 2026, till 5:00 PM |
| Last date for receipt of hard copy at SVNIT | 9 December 2026, till 5:00 PM |
The eligibility cut-off date for qualification, experience and age is the closing date of the online application.
Vacancy Details
The tentative vacancy is 5 posts in total: 01 UR, 01 SC and 03 ST. The institute is treated as one unit for reservation, and the number of posts may increase or decrease at the time of final selection without notice.
Applications are invited in the following departments:
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence
- Civil Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mathematics
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics & Humanities
The notification gives one combined vacancy figure for all departments rather than a department-wise split.
Pay Scale
Professors are appointed in Pay Level 14A of the Pay Matrix, ₹1,59,100 to ₹2,20,200 per month, plus admissible allowances. Experienced or meritorious candidates may be granted a higher starting pay on the selection committee’s recommendation.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- A Ph.D. in the relevant discipline is required.
- Candidates need first class in all preceding degrees (Bachelor’s onwards).
- All degrees must be from an institute or university recognised by UGC, AICTE, AIU or the Government of India.
- Foreign degrees are considered if offered by a national university or institution of that country, or by an institution in the QS/THE World Ranking up to 500.
- If “first class” is not mentioned on the certificate, the candidate must have at least 6.5 CGPA (10-point scale) or 60% aggregate marks.
- No conversion between CGPA and percentage is allowed for eligibility. Results are considered as printed on the marksheet.
- For a CGPA on any scale other than 10-point, a certificate from an authorised signatory of the institute or university (not the supervisor or HoD) confirming first class must be attached. Alternatively, the CGPA may be converted to a 10-point scale.
- Candidates who did a Ph.D. directly after a 4-year engineering UG degree must submit an undertaking in the format given in Annexure-III.
Essential qualifications, experience, credit points and other conditions follow Schedule ‘E’ of the NIT Statute (Gazette of India, 24 July 2017). Candidates should read it before filling in the form.
Experience
- Part-time, teaching assistant and visiting or guest faculty experience is not counted.
- Only experience in a regular position of more than six months is considered.
- Teaching and research experience is counted from CFTIs, Institutes of National Importance, state-funded institutes and universities, centrally funded labs and organisations (CSIR, DRDO, DAE, DBT, DST, DSIR, ISRO and similar), NIRF top-100 institutions, and foreign institutions in the QS/THE top 500.
- Industrial experience counts if it is in a PSU, an autonomous organisation or a private company with turnover above ₹500 crore.
- For Professor, the Associate Professor experience requirement refers to Pay Level 13A1 or 13A2 (earlier AGP ₹9,000 or ₹9,500).
- Experience certificates must state the exact duration, designation and pay scale for each position.
Inbreeding Condition
Candidates who obtained a Ph.D. from SVNIT Surat need a three-year gap between the Ph.D. notification date and the last date of the online application. This does not apply to existing SVNIT faculty.
Age Limit
Fresh appointment beyond 60 years is discouraged, except for candidates with exceptional research and ongoing or approved externally funded projects.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS (male candidates): ₹1,000, non-refundable
- Exempted from fee: SC, ST, PwD, female candidates and existing SVNIT faculty
The fee must be paid online through the portal. An application without the fee is treated as incomplete and rejected. Candidates applying to more than one department must apply separately, with all enclosures and the fee for each.
How to Apply for SVNIT Professor Recruitment 2026
- Visit https://svnitrec.samarth.edu.in/ and read the instructions carefully.
- Fill in the online application, including the credit point summary sheet and credit point details sheet.
- Upload a recent colour passport-size photograph (taken within the last three months, front view, without cap, scarf or sunglasses).
- Pay the application fee if applicable, and check all details before final submission. Changes are not allowed afterwards.
- Download and print the application form and credit point summary sheet.
- Sign the application and number every page. Write the total number of pages on the first page. Self-attest all supporting documents.
- Send the complete hard copy so it reaches the office by 9 December 2026, 5:00 PM, at:
Deputy Registrar (Establishment), Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Ichchhanath, Dumas Road, Surat – 395 007, Gujarat
Write on the envelope: Advertisement No., Date, Department of…, Application ID No.
Applications submitted only online, without the hard copy, will be rejected. The institute is not responsible for postal delays, and late applications go to the next recruitment round.
Documents to Attach
- Age proof
- 10th and 12th marksheets/certificates
- Graduation, post-graduation and Ph.D. marksheets and certificates
- Caste/EWS and/or disability certificate, if applicable
- Ex-serviceman certificate, if applicable
- Experience certificates
- Proof of claimed credit points (first page of research papers, patents, projects, achievements and so on)
- Proof of fee payment
- Any other relevant document
Reservation certificates: SC/ST certificates must be in the DoPT-prescribed format. OBC-NCL certificates must mention creamy layer exclusion and be issued after 1 April 2026. Disability certificates must show at least 40% disability. Formats are in Annexure-IV.
Government and PSU employees must apply through proper channel, send an advance copy, and bring a No Objection Certificate (Annexure-V) at the interview.
Selection Process
Selection has two stages: scrutiny of applications and shortlisting, then a presentation and interview. Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee an interview call, because departments may set higher shortlisting norms. Specialisation, merit, and experience at institutes of national importance carry weight. Application IDs of shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the SVNIT website, and candidates must bring original documents and a government photo ID. Candidates working abroad may be considered for an online interview. No TA/DA is paid for attending.
Facilities for Faculty
- Cumulative Professional Development Allowance (CPDA) as per MoE norms
- Industrial consultancy as per institute norms
- Reimbursement of children’s tuition fees up to Class XII
- LTC as per Government of India norms
- Medical facilities for the faculty member and dependants
- Accommodation subject to availability, or HRA
- National Pension Scheme (NPS-2004) for new appointees
- Reimbursement of telephone and data charges
Contact Details
For difficulties with online submission, email facultyrecruit2026@svnit.ac.in or call +91 261-2201550 (Monday to Friday, office hours). Queries about eligibility or interpretation of rules are not entertained.
Important Links
- Official website: http://www.svnit.ac.in
- Online application portal: https://svnitrec.samarth.edu.in/
- Official Notification: Read Here
SVNIT Surat Professor Recruitment 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
How many Professor posts are there?
5 tentative posts: 01 UR, 01 SC and 03 ST, across 12 departments.
What is the last date to apply?
Online application closes on 2 December 2026, 5:00 PM. The signed hard copy must reach SVNIT by 9 December 2026, 5:00 PM.
How do I apply?
Apply at svnitrec.samarth.edu.in, then post the signed printout with self-attested documents to the Deputy Registrar (Establishment), SVNIT, Surat – 395 007.
What is the salary?
Pay Level 14A, ₹1,59,100 to ₹2,20,200 per month, plus allowances.
What qualification is needed?
A Ph.D. in the relevant discipline, with first class in all earlier degrees.
What is the application fee?
₹1,000. SC, ST, PwD, women and existing SVNIT faculty pay nothing.
Is there an age limit?
No fixed limit, but fresh appointment beyond 60 years is discouraged.
Is the online form alone enough?
No. The hard copy must also reach the institute, or the application is rejected.
