The Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC), Bengaluru has invited applications for 5 backlog faculty posts under Advertisement No. A/1/2026 dated 16 September 2026. The recruitment includes 3 Professor and 2 Associate Professor posts across five social-science research centres.
All five vacancies are reserved backlog posts: Professor vacancies comprise 2 SC + 1 ST, while both Associate Professor vacancies are ST. Applications must reach ISEC by 16 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
ISEC Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Institute for Social and Economic Change, Bengaluru |
| Advertisement | A/1/2026 |
| Total vacancies | 5 |
| Professor | 3 |
| Associate Professor | 2 |
| Reservation | Professor: SC 2, ST 1; Associate Professor: ST 2 |
| Application mode | In person / Registered Post |
| Last date | 16 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Probation | 2 years |
Centre-wise Posts
Professor
- Centre for Ecological Economics and Natural Resources
- Centre for Human Resource Development
- Centre for Political Institutions, Governance & Development
Associate Professor
- Centre for Decentralisation and Development
- Centre for Study of Social Change and Development
Qualification and Experience
Professor posts require the relevant Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, a relevant Ph.D., at least 10 years of teaching/research experience, evidence of doctoral guidance, at least 10 research publications with the prescribed Scopus requirement and API score 120.
Associate Professor posts require the relevant Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, a relevant Ph.D., at least 8 years of teaching/research experience, at least 7 publications with the prescribed Scopus requirement and API score 75.
Candidates must check the advertisement for the exact subject combination applicable to the centre they choose.
Pay
| Post | Academic level / basic pay |
|---|---|
| Professor | Academic Level 14 – ₹1,44,200 |
| Associate Professor | Academic Level 13A – ₹1,31,400 |
Professor and Associate Professor have different basic pay levels, as shown in the vacancy details.
Selection Process
ISEC will authenticate and evaluate applications through its IQAC/Assessment process. Candidates called for interview must make a 30-minute presentation before Institute faculty. The minimum API score is 120 for Professor and 75 for Associate Professor.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form and the correct API Score Card format from ISEC.
- Complete the application and API information without altering the prescribed Excel structure.
- Attach attested qualification, age, reservation, experience and publication documents.
- Include the required CD containing the specified documents/API material.
- Submit the complete application in person or by Registered Post to The Registrar, Institute for Social and Economic Change, Nagarabhavi P.O., Bengaluru – 560072.
- Ensure it reaches by 16 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are available?
There are 5 backlog faculty posts: 3 Professor and 2 Associate Professor.
Who can apply for these vacancies?
The vacancies are reserved for SC and ST candidates according to the advertisement’s category split.
What is the last date?
The completed application must reach ISEC by 16 October 2026 at 5 PM.
Is this an online application?
No. The signed package must be submitted in person or by Registered Post.
Is an interview the only selection stage?
No. ISEC first authenticates/evaluates the API and supporting record. Interview candidates must also deliver a 30-minute presentation.