Ministry of Education Invites Applications for Director, IISER Bhopal

The Ministry of Education, Government of India, has invited online applications for appointment to the position of Director, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal.

The position is intended for an eminent academic leader with an outstanding record in teaching, research, administration, and institutional leadership.

Recruitment Overview

Organisation: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal
Appointing Authority: Ministry of Education, Government of India
Position: Director
Reference Number: F. No. 37-02/2026-TS.VII
Pay: INR 2,25,000 per month, fixed
Appointment Type: Contractual
Application Window: 24 July 2026 to 23 August 2026

About the Position

The Director will serve as the principal academic and administrative head of IISER Bhopal.

The selected candidate is expected to provide strategic and academic leadership while advancing excellence in:

• Science education

• Research and innovation

• Institutional administration

• Faculty and student development

• National and international academic collaboration

• Research guidance at the PhD level

Essential Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• A PhD in a scientific discipline, preferably in pure science

• First Class at both Bachelor’s and Master’s levels

• An outstanding academic and research record

• Significant research-guidance experience at the PhD level

• Proven administrative and leadership capabilities

Experience Requirements

Candidates should have at least 15 years of experience in teaching or research.

Of this experience, at least 10 years should be at the level of Professor or above in reputed educational institutions or research organisations.

Age Limit

Applicants should preferably be below 65 years of age as on the last date of application.

Tenure

The appointment will be made for:

• Five years, or

• Until the selected candidate attains the age of 70 years, or

• Until further orders

whichever is earlier.

Selection Process

Applications will be considered by a duly constituted Selection Committee.

The appointment will be made on the recommendation of the Committee and after approval by the President of India, who is the Visitor of the Institute.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must apply online through the prescribed application form available on the following websites:

Department of Higher Education:
https://www.dhe-education.gov.in/

Ministry of Education:
https://www.nitcouncil.org.in/

Documents Required

Applicants must upload the following documents before the deadline:

• Bachelor’s degree certificate

• Master’s degree certificate

• PhD degree certificate

• No Objection Certificate from the present employer, where applicable

• Other prescribed certificates and supporting documents

The No Objection Certificate must be submitted in the prescribed format and duly verified by the Head of the Institution, Organisation, or present employer.

Important Dates

Online application opens: 24 July 2026
Last date to apply: 23 August 2026, up to 12:00 midnight

Important Instructions

Once submitted, the application cannot be edited or resubmitted.

Candidates should therefore keep all required information and documents ready before completing the online form. Incomplete applications or applications submitted without the prescribed certificates may be rejected.

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