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NIPER Kolkata Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 – 4 Posts,

NIPER Kolkata Associate Professor Recruitment 2026: 4 vacancies are open. Apply online before 17 August 2026 — eligibility, fee, dates and direct link

·Posted 19 July 2026 at 06:34 pm

·by VINAY

OrganizationNIPER-K/P-VIII/2026Ph.DGraduate12th PassPost Graduate4 postsniperkolkata.edu.in

Quick Summary

NIPER Kolkata Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 – 4 Posts, recruitment banner

Start Date

18 Jul 2026

Last Date

17 Aug 2026

Examination / Post Name

NIPER Kolkata Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 – 4 Posts,

Advertisement / Notification No.

NIPER-K/P-VIII/2026

Total Vacancies

4

Job Category

Government Jobs

Educational Qualification

Ph.D, Graduate, 12th Pass, Post Graduate

Salary / Pay Scale

Post NamePay LevelGross Salary
Associate ProfessorLevel 13 (7th CPC)As per 7th CPC norms
Assistant RegistrarLevel 10 (7th CPC)As per 7th CPC norms
Receptionist-cum-Telephone OperatorLevel 07 (7th CPC)As per 7th CPC norms
Junior Technical AssistantLevel 04 (7th CPC)As per 7th CPC norms

Age Limit

Category / Post NameAge Limit
Associate ProfessorNot exceeding 45 years
Assistant RegistrarNot exceeding 40 years
Receptionist-cum-Telephone OperatorNot exceeding 35 years
Junior Technical AssistantNot exceeding 27 years
OBC (NCL) Candidates (for reserved posts)3 years relaxation
SC Candidates (for reserved posts)5 years relaxation
Departmental CandidatesUp to 5 years relaxation

Application Fee

CategoryFee
Teaching & Non-Teaching (Pay Level 10 and above)Rs. 2000
Other Non-Teaching PostsRs. 1000
SC / ST / Persons with Disability / WomenNo Fee
Applicants on DeputationNo Fee

Selection Process

  1. Teaching Posts (Associate Professor)
    • Seminar Presentation — Shortlisted candidates will present before a committee.
    • Interview — Candidates recommended from the seminar presentation will attend an interview with the Selection Panel.
  2. Non-Teaching Posts (Assistant Registrar, Receptionist-cum-Telephone Operator, Junior Technical Assistant)
    • Written Test — Candidates will undergo a written examination.
    • Skill Test / Interview — Selected candidates from the written test will be called for a skill test or interview.
Official NotificationApply Online

Detailed Guide

Age Limit
Category / Post NameAge Limit
Associate ProfessorNot exceeding 45 years
Assistant RegistrarNot exceeding 40 years
Receptionist-cum-Telephone OperatorNot exceeding 35 years
Junior Technical AssistantNot exceeding 27 years
OBC (NCL) Candidates (for reserved posts)3 years relaxation
SC Candidates (for reserved posts)5 years relaxation
Departmental CandidatesUp to 5 years relaxation
Application Fee
CategoryFee
Teaching & Non-Teaching (Pay Level 10 and above)Rs. 2000
Other Non-Teaching PostsRs. 1000
SC / ST / Persons with Disability / WomenNo Fee
Applicants on DeputationNo Fee
Salary
Post NamePay LevelGross Salary
Associate ProfessorLevel 13 (7th CPC)As per 7th CPC norms
Assistant RegistrarLevel 10 (7th CPC)As per 7th CPC norms
Receptionist-cum-Telephone OperatorLevel 07 (7th CPC)As per 7th CPC norms
Junior Technical AssistantLevel 04 (7th CPC)As per 7th CPC norms

Important Dates

EventDate
Online Application Commencement18 July 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment17 August 2026 (6:00 PM)
Last Date for Hard Copy Submission01 September 2026 (5:00 PM)

Overview

The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Kolkata has announced the NIPER Kolkata Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 for various teaching and non-teaching positions. Eligible Indian nationals are invited to apply for 4 vacancies, with the online application window closing on 17 August 2026.

Eligibility / Education Qualification

Post NameQualificationExperience / Other
Associate ProfessorPh.D. with first class or equivalent grade in the preceding degree in the appropriate branch, with a very good academic record.At least 8 years of Teaching/Research/Industrial experience with high-quality published works. Preference for PG in Pharmaceutical Analysis, expertise in bio-analytical techniques, regulatory guidelines, and independent research.
Assistant RegistrarMaster's degree in any discipline from a recognized University / Institute.8 years of relevant experience in a responsible supervisory position, with at least 5 years in the immediate lower grade (Pay Level 8) in a Central/State University, Research Institution, or autonomous institute. Desirable experience in Establishment/Examinations/Finance.
Receptionist-cum-Telephone OperatorGraduate in any discipline from a recognized University / Institute.3 years of relevant experience in Central/State Govt./Organizations/PSUs/University/Research Institute or other recognized institutes. Good communication skills. Desirable proficiency in computer operation, front office management, event logistics, and telecommunication operations.
Junior Technical AssistantSenior Secondary (10+2) with Science Subject.Desirable knowledge of computer.

Selection Process

  1. Teaching Posts (Associate Professor)
    • Seminar Presentation — Shortlisted candidates will present before a committee.
    • Interview — Candidates recommended from the seminar presentation will attend an interview with the Selection Panel.
  2. Non-Teaching Posts (Assistant Registrar, Receptionist-cum-Telephone Operator, Junior Technical Assistant)
    • Written Test — Candidates will undergo a written examination.
    • Skill Test / Interview — Selected candidates from the written test will be called for a skill test or interview.

Full Details

About the Recruitment

The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Kolkata, an Institute of National Importance, has released the NIPER Kolkata Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 notification. This recruitment drive aims to fill 4 vacancies for both teaching and non-teaching positions through direct recruitment or deputation. Interested and eligible Indian citizens can submit their applications online for these roles.

Post-wise and Category-wise Vacancy Details

NIPER Kolkata has announced a total of 4 vacancies across different teaching and non-teaching posts. The distribution of these positions is detailed below:
Post CodeDesignationDisciplineTotal PostsReservation (UR/OBC-NCL)
T-01Associate Professor*Pharmaceutical Analysis1OBC (NCL)
NT-01Assistant RegistrarAdministration1UR
NT-02Receptionist-cum-Telephone OperatorAdministration1UR
NT-03Junior Technical AssistantInstrumentation1UR

*T-01 is a backlog vacancy.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and experience requirements for each post to be considered eligible. The detailed criteria are as follows:
Post NameEssential QualificationEssential Experience / Other RequirementsDesirable Qualification / Experience
Associate ProfessorPh.D. with first class or equivalent grade in the preceding degree in the appropriate branch, along with a very good academic record throughout.At least 8 years of Teaching/Research/Industrial experience with published works of high quality, well-recognized, and established reputation for seminal contributions in Pharmaceutical and allied areas.Postgraduate degree in Pharmaceutical Analysis. Experience and expertise in pharmaceutical and bio-analytical techniques, AQbD, impurity profiling, data integrity, cGMP, GLP, ICH guidelines, instrument calibration, validation, and regulatory requirements (DCGI, USFDA). Hands-on experience with sophisticated instruments like HPLC, LC-MS-MS, GC-MS for API/finished dosage forms analysis (IP, USP, BP). Knowledge in characterization of biological products, stability testing, and troubleshooting skills. Demonstrated adequate experience in independent research (guided Master's/PhD students, sponsored/EMR projects, SCI publications).
Assistant RegistrarMaster's degree in any discipline from a recognized University / Institute.8 years of relevant experience in a responsible supervisory position, with at least 5 years in the immediate lower grade pay of Section Officer / Administrative Officer (Pay level 8) in Central / State University / Research Institution or Central / State autonomous / other recognized institute of repute.Relevant experience in the areas of Establishment / Examinations / Finance.
Receptionist-cum-Telephone OperatorGraduate in any discipline from a recognized University / Institute.3 years of experience in a relevant field in Central/State Govt./Organizations/PSUs/University/Research Institute or Central/State autonomous other recognized institutes of repute. Candidates must possess good communication skills.Proficiency in computer operation. Experience in front office keeping. Assisting and organizing seminars/workshops/conferences. Logistics arrangement for Dignitaries/Guests, including catering. Experience in operating telecommunication assistant in the Institute.
Junior Technical AssistantSenior Secondary (10+2) with Science Subject.No specific experience is essential.Knowledge of computer.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The maximum age limit for applicants is calculated as of 17 August 2026, the last date for online application submission. Age relaxations are applicable as per Government of India rules for specific categories.
Category / Post NameMaximum Age LimitRelaxation Details
Associate Professor45 years3 years for OBC-NCL candidates against reserved posts.
Assistant Registrar40 yearsAs per Government of India rules for reserved categories.
Receptionist-cum-Telephone Operator35 yearsAs per Government of India rules for reserved categories.
Junior Technical Assistant27 yearsAs per Government of India rules for reserved categories.
SC Candidates—5 years relaxation against reserved posts.
OBC (NCL) Candidates—3 years relaxation against reserved posts.
Departmental Candidates—Up to 5 years relaxation.

Application Fee and Payment Method

Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee through online mode. Specific exemptions apply to certain categories.
CategoryApplication FeePayment Mode
Teaching & Non-Teaching (Pay Level 10 and above)Rs. 2000 (Rupees Two Thousand Only)Online Mode
Other Non-Teaching PostsRs. 1000 (Rupees One Thousand Only)Online Mode
SC / ST / Persons with Disability / WomenNo Fee—
Applicants on DeputationNo Fee—

The payment receipt must be attached with the hard copy of the application.

Selection Process

The selection process varies for teaching and non-teaching positions, involving multiple stages to assess candidates' suitability.
  1. For Teaching Posts (Associate Professor):
    • Seminar Presentation: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver a seminar presentation before a constituted committee.
    • Interview: Only candidates recommended based on their seminar presentation performance will proceed to an interview with the Selection Panel.
  2. For Non-Teaching Posts (Assistant Registrar, Receptionist-cum-Telephone Operator, Junior Technical Assistant):
    • Written Test: Candidates will first undergo a written examination.
    • Skill Test / Interview: Based on the performance in the written test, selected candidates will be called for a skill test or an interview.

Applicants are advised to regularly check the NIPER Kolkata website for updates, as no separate call letters will be sent by post; communication will primarily be via email.

Pay Scale and Benefits

Selected candidates will receive emoluments as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay levels corresponding to their respective posts. In addition to the basic pay, employees are entitled to usual allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Medical Expenses reimbursement, Leave Travel Concession, and Children Education Allowance, as admissible to Central Government employees posted in Kolkata. The "National Pension System" (NPS) will govern the selected candidates.

How to Apply — Step by Step

Candidates interested in the NIPER Kolkata recruitment must follow these steps to apply:
  1. Online Application:
  2. Fee Payment:
    • Pay the applicable application fee online.
    • Save the payment receipt for future reference.
  3. Hard Copy Submission:
    • After successful online submission, take a printout of the completed application form.
    • Attach self-attested copies of all relevant educational certificates, experience certificates, category certificates (if applicable), and the fee payment receipt.
    • Ensure the application form is duly signed.
    • Candidates serving in Govt./Semi-Govt./PSUs/Autonomous organizations must send their hard copy along with a "No Objection Certificate" (Annexure-I) through proper channel. Advance copies can be sent before the deadline, but candidature is confirmed only upon receipt of the NOC through proper channel within 15 days of the hard copy deadline.
    • Applicants applying on deputation must submit APARs of the last 3 years, Vigilance clearance certificate, and Integrity Certificate.
    • The envelope containing the complete application should be superscribed with "Name of the Post Applied" & Post Code, and "Advertisement No. NIPER-K/P-VIII/2026".
    • Send the hard copy to:

      The Registrar I/c
      NIPER-Kolkata
      168, Chunilal Bhawan
      Maniktala Main Road
      Kolkata - 700054

    • The hard copy must reach the Institute on or before 01 September 2026 (5:00 PM) by Registered / Speed Post/Courier.
    • Alternatively, hard copies can be submitted in person at the institute during 11 AM to 5 PM on all working days up to 01 September 2026.

Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications and pay fees for each post/category.

Documents Required

Applicants must prepare the following documents for submission along with the hard copy of the online application:
  • Printed copy of the successfully submitted online application form.
  • Self-attested copies of Date of Birth certificate.
  • Self-attested copies of Degree Certificates / Marksheets for all educational qualifications.
  • Self-attested copies of Experience Certificates (in proper format, on organization letterhead, specifying period of work and nature of duties).
  • Self-attested copy of valid Caste Certificate (OBC-NCL, SC, ST) in the prescribed Government of India format (Annexure-II for SC/ST, Annexure-III for OBC-NCL).
  • Self-attested copy of Medical Certificate for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) (if applicable).
  • Fee payment receipt.
  • "No Objection Certificate" (Annexure-I) from the current employer (for Govt./Semi-Govt./PSUs/Autonomous organization employees).
  • APARs of last 3 years, Vigilance clearance certificate, and Integrity Certificate (for deputation applicants).

Original testimonials will be required for verification at the time of interview.

Important Dates

Candidates should note the following key dates for the NIPER Kolkata recruitment process:
EventDate
Online Application Commencement18 July 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment17 August 2026 (6:00 PM)
Last Date for Hard Copy Submission01 September 2026 (5:00 PM)

Important Links

Access the official website and application portals using the links below:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

QWhat is the last date to apply for NIPER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?

AThe last date to submit the online application and pay fees for NIPER Kolkata Recruitment 2026 is 17 August 2026, up to 6:00 PM. The hard copy of the application must reach the institute by 01 September 2026.

QHow many vacancies are available in NIPER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?

AThere are a total of 4 vacancies announced in the NIPER Kolkata Recruitment 2026, including one Associate Professor position and three non-teaching posts.

QWhat is the application fee for NIPER Kolkata posts?

AThe application fee is Rs. 2000 for teaching and non-teaching posts at Pay Level 10 and above, and Rs. 1000 for other non-teaching posts. SC, ST, PwD, and Women candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

QWhat is the selection process for teaching posts at NIPER Kolkata?

AFor teaching posts like Associate Professor, the selection process involves a Seminar Presentation followed by an Interview for shortlisted candidates.

QWhat are the age limits for NIPER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?

AThe maximum age limit varies by post: 45 years for Associate Professor, 40 years for Assistant Registrar, 35 years for Receptionist-cum-Telephone Operator, and 27 years for Junior Technical Assistant, with relaxations for reserved categories.

QWhat qualifications are required for the Associate Professor position at NIPER Kolkata?

ACandidates for the Associate Professor position must hold a Ph.D. with a first-class or equivalent grade in their preceding degree and have at least 8 years of relevant teaching, research, or industrial experience.

QHow can I apply for NIPER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?

AYou can apply online through the dedicated recruitment portals: https://niperkrecruitment.in/teaching/ for teaching posts and https://niperkrecruitment.in/nonteaching/ for non-teaching posts. After online submission, a hard copy of the application with supporting documents must be sent to the institute.

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