Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad (IIIT Dharwad), an Institute of National Importance, has announced Advertisement No. IIITDWD/REC/NT/2026/1129 dated 5 October 2026 for 10 regular non-teaching posts through direct recruitment.
The recruitment covers Junior Engineer, Physical Training Instructor, Junior Assistant and Junior Technician posts. Online applications open on 7 October 2026 and close on 9 November 2026 at 11:55 PM. IIIT Dharwad has provided a dedicated Samarth recruitment portal for online applications.
IIIT Dharwad Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad |
| Institute status | Institute of National Importance |
| Advertisement | IIITDWD/REC/NT/2026/1129 |
| Advertisement date | 5 October 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 10 |
| Recruitment type | Regular non-teaching posts |
| Mode | Direct recruitment |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application opens | 7 October 2026 |
| Last date | 9 November 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Application fee | No application fee |
| Location | Dharwad, Karnataka |
| Official careers page | IIIT Dharwad Careers |
| Online application | IIIT Dharwad Samarth Recruitment Portal |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Category breakup | Vacancies | Group | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | UR 1, OBC-NCL 1 | 2 | Group B | Level 6 |
| Physical Training Instructor | UR 1 | 1 | Group B | Level 6 |
| Junior Assistant | UR 1, EWS 1 | 2 | Group C | Level 3 |
| Junior Technician | OBC-NCL 3, SC 2 | 5 | Group C | Level 3 |
| Total | UR 3, OBC-NCL 4, EWS 1, SC 2 | 10 |
The two Junior Engineer vacancies cover Civil and Electrical engineering disciplines.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 5 October 2026 |
| Online portal opens | 7 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 9 November 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Written test / selection schedule | To be announced by IIIT Dharwad |
Applicants should monitor the official careers page and their registered email for examination, shortlisting and selection updates.
Junior Engineer — 2 Posts
Qualification and Experience
Candidates must satisfy one of the following:
- Degree in Civil Engineering / Electrical Engineering or equivalent with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or
- Diploma in Civil Engineering / Electrical Engineering or equivalent with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 2 |
| Disciplines | Civil and Electrical |
| Upper age limit | 32 years |
| Pay Matrix | Level 6 |
| Pay range | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
| Experience | 2 years with degree / 5 years with diploma |
Physical Training Instructor — 1 Post
Candidates need a graduate degree with B.P.Ed. and 3 years of relevant experience.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 1 UR |
| Qualification | Graduate with B.P.Ed. |
| Experience | 3 years |
| Upper age limit | 32 years |
| Pay Matrix | Level 6 |
| Pay range | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
Junior Assistant — 2 Posts
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognised university or institute, with knowledge of computer applications and proficiency in common office applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 2: UR 1, EWS 1 |
| Qualification | Bachelor's degree or equivalent |
| Computer skill | Office applications / computer proficiency |
| Upper age limit | 27 years |
| Pay Matrix | Level 3 |
| Pay range | ₹21,700–₹69,100 |
| Mandatory prior experience | Not specified |
Junior Technician — 5 Posts
Candidates must satisfy one of the following technical routes:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Computer Science / Electronics / Electrical Engineering or equivalent, or
- Diploma in Engineering in Computer Science / Electronics / Electrical Engineering or equivalent, or
- ITI certificate in Computer Science / Electronics / Electrical or equivalent with 2 years of relevant experience.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 5: OBC-NCL 3, SC 2 |
| Upper age limit | 27 years |
| Pay Matrix | Level 3 |
| Pay range | ₹21,700–₹69,100 |
| ITI route experience | 2 years |
There is no UR Junior Technician vacancy in this recruitment.
Age Limit
| Post | Upper age limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | 32 years |
| Physical Training Instructor | 32 years |
| Junior Assistant | 27 years |
| Junior Technician | 27 years |
Age relaxations for reserved categories, government employees, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and other eligible categories apply according to Government of India / institute rules and the detailed recruitment conditions.
Candidates should calculate age with reference to the closing date unless the institute specifies another cut-off in the application portal.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category of applicant.
Candidates should therefore not make a payment to any unofficial person or website for submitting this IIIT Dharwad application.
Pay and Service Benefits
The posts are regular institute positions under the Central Pay Matrix.
| Pay level | Posts | Pay range |
|---|---|---|
| Level 6 | Junior Engineer, Physical Training Instructor | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
| Level 3 | Junior Assistant, Junior Technician | ₹21,700–₹69,100 |
Admissible allowances and service benefits are governed by applicable institute / Government of India rules. Because the recruitment contains two different pay levels, Regal Naukri does not flatten them into one combined JobPosting salary range.
Selection Process
IIIT Dharwad may use:
- Written Test;
- Interview, where applicable;
- Objective test;
- Skill test;
- Presentation before interview, where required;
- document verification.
The exact selection route can differ by post. IIIT Dharwad will publish call letters, eligible-candidate lists, schedules or further amendments through the official recruitment portal / institute website.
Documents to Keep Ready
Candidates should keep original documents and scanned copies of the following, as applicable:
- Class 10 certificate as date-of-birth proof;
- Class 12 certificate and marksheet;
- degree / diploma / ITI certificate and all relevant marksheets;
- B.P.Ed. certificate for Physical Training Instructor;
- relevant experience certificates;
- OBC-NCL / EWS / SC certificate in the prescribed format, where applicable;
- PwBD / Ex-Servicemen certificate where applicable;
- NOC for serving government / autonomous-body employees where required;
- recent photograph and signature;
- final submitted application printout.
Experience certificates should clearly state the period of service and nature of work so that the required experience can be verified.
How to Apply
- Open the IIIT Dharwad Samarth Recruitment Portal.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
- Select the appropriate non-teaching post under Advertisement IIITDWD/REC/NT/2026/1129.
- Enter personal, educational, category and experience information carefully.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Review the application before final submission.
- Submit the online form by 9 November 2026 at 11:55 PM.
- Save or print the final application for future reference.
Candidates applying for more than one post should submit separate applications where required by the recruitment portal.
Candidate Cautions
The Junior Engineer and Physical Training Instructor posts require prior experience, while Junior Assistant does not list a mandatory experience condition. For Junior Technician, the ITI route specifically requires two years of relevant experience.
Candidates applying under OBC-NCL or EWS reservation should ensure that certificates meet the Central Government format and validity requirements applicable to the recruitment.
The institute may modify the number or nature of vacancies and may issue amendments through its official website. Candidates should therefore continue checking the careers page after submitting the form.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official IIIT Dharwad website | IIIT Dharwad |
| Official careers page | IIIT Dharwad Careers |
| Apply online | IIIT Dharwad Samarth Recruitment Portal |
| Official recruitment document | Non-Teaching Recruitment Annexure |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there?
There are 10 regular non-teaching vacancies.
Which posts are included?
Junior Engineer, Physical Training Instructor, Junior Assistant and Junior Technician.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes on 9 November 2026 at 11:55 PM.
Is there an application fee?
No. There is no application fee for any category.
What is the age limit?
The upper age limit is 32 years for Junior Engineer and Physical Training Instructor, and 27 years for Junior Assistant and Junior Technician, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the pay scale?
Junior Engineer and Physical Training Instructor are in Pay Matrix Level 6, while Junior Assistant and Junior Technician are in Level 3.
Is Junior Technician open to unreserved candidates?
The notified five Junior Technician vacancies are OBC-NCL 3 and SC 2, with no UR vacancy in that post.
Where will selected candidates work?
The recruitment is for IIIT Dharwad, Karnataka.