IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad vide Advertisement No. NF/20 dated 21 May 2026. IIT Hyderabad, one of India’s premier Institutes of National Importance established under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has invited online applications from eligible Indian Nationals for filling up 21 vacant regular posts across Group B and Group C Non-Teaching categories through Direct Recruitment. Posts include Junior Engineer (Civil & Electrical), Physical Training Instructor, Accountant, and Junior Technician in various departments. The online application window opened on 21 May 2026 and the last date to apply is 20 July 2026 by 5:00 PM IST through the official portal at careers.iith.ac.in. This is a golden opportunity for candidates looking for a stable central government job under a prestigious IIT.
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IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Overview – Apply Online for 21 Vacancies (Group B & C)
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) |
| Advertisement No. | NF/20, Dated: 21.05.2026 |
| Post Category | Group B & Group C Non-Teaching Positions |
| Total Vacancies | 21 Posts |
| Job Type | Central Government Job (Direct Recruitment – Regular) |
| Pay Level | PL-03 to PL-06 (As per 7th CPC) |
| Application Mode | Online (careers.iith.ac.in) |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 July 2026, 5:00 PM IST |
| Upper Age Limit | 35 Years (relaxation applicable as per Govt. of India norms) |
| Application Fee | ₹500/- per post (SC/ST/PwD/EWS/Ex-SM/Women – Exempt) |
| Official Website | iith.ac.in / careers.iith.ac.in |
IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Staff Recruitment 2026 is one of the most prestigious Sarkari Naukri opportunities for technically qualified candidates in 2026. Being an Institute of National Importance, a regular appointment at IIT Hyderabad comes with excellent pay, job security, and career growth under the 7th Pay Commission. The selection is merit-based through a multi-stage process involving Written Tests, Skill/Trade Tests, and Document Verification. No interview is conducted for most posts.
IIT Hyderabad Recruitment 2026 – Post-wise Vacancy Details (Group B & Group C)
A total of 21 posts have been advertised under IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026. Below is the complete post-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup:
| Post No. | Post Name | Pay Level | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | PwBD | Total |
| GROUP B NON-TEACHING POSITIONS | |||||||||
| 20.1 | Junior Engineer (Civil) | PL-06 | – | – | 01 | – | – | – | 01 |
| 20.2 | Junior Engineer (Electrical) | PL-06 | – | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 |
| 20.3 | Physical Training Instructor | PL-06 | 01 | – | 01 | – | – | – | 02 |
| GROUP C NON-TEACHING POSITIONS | |||||||||
| 20.4 | Accountant | PL-04 | 01 | – | 02 | – | – | 02 (OH-1, VH-1) | 05 |
| Junior Technician (Various Departments) | |||||||||
| 20.5.1 | Junior Technician – Artificial Intelligence | PL-03 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 01 |
| 20.5.2 | Junior Technician – Biomedical Engineering | PL-03 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 01 |
| 20.5.3 | Junior Technician – Central Workshop | PL-03 | – | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 |
| 20.5.4 | Junior Technician – Chemical Engineering | PL-03 | – | – | 01 | – | – | – | 01 |
| 20.5.5 | Junior Technician – Civil Engineering | PL-03 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 01 |
| 20.5.6 | Junior Technician – Computer Science & Engineering | PL-03 | 01 | – | – | – | – | – | 01 |
| 20.5.7 | Junior Technician – Electrical Engineering | PL-03 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 01 |
| 20.5.8 | Junior Technician – Materials Science & Metallurgical Engg. | PL-03 | – | – | – | – | 02 | – | 02 |
| 20.5.9 | Junior Technician – Mathematics | PL-03 | – | – | 01* | – | – | – | 01 |
| 20.5.10 | Junior Technician – Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering | PL-03 | 01* | – | – | – | – | – | 01 |
| 20.5.11 | Junior Technician – Physics | PL-03 | – | – | 01 | – | – | – | 01 |
| Grand Total | 04 | 02 | 07 | – | 06 | 02 | 21 | ||
Note: Posts marked with (*) are Backlog Vacancies. PwBD posts under Accountant include OH-1 (Orthopedically Handicapped) and VH-1 (Visually Handicapped). All posts are for Direct Recruitment on regular basis.
IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit and Relaxation Details
The upper age limit for all posts under IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is 35 years, calculated as on the last date of submission of online applications, i.e., 20 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 years (against reserved posts only) |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years (against reserved posts only) |
| PwBD (min. 40% disability) – General/UR | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC-NCL | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years (subject to max. age of 56 years on last date) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India norms |
| Regular Employees of IIT Hyderabad | No upper age limit (as per Institute norms) |
| Current Contractual / Outsourced Employees of IITH | 5 years or length of service at IITH, whichever is less |
Important: SC/ST/OBC age relaxation is applicable only against posts reserved for respective categories. For IITH contractual employees, only continuous unbroken service at IIT Hyderabad will be counted for age relaxation — prior periods after resignation or break in service will not be considered.
IIT Hyderabad 2026 – Post-wise Essential Qualification and Experience
Below is the complete post-wise eligibility and experience requirement for IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026:
| Post Name | Essential Qualification & Experience |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) – 1 Post (OBC) | BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering with minimum 60% marks from a recognized university + Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in CPWD/State PWD/Centrally funded Institutions/PSU or reputed private national/international firms. Working knowledge of AutoCAD and other construction management software required. MS Office proficiency essential. |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) – 1 Post (ST) | BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering with minimum 60% marks + Minimum 3 years post-qualification relevant experience in Central/State Govt. organizations/PSU/PWD/Autonomous bodies or reputed private firms. Experience must cover 2 or more areas: Electrical power distribution O&M, substation erection, electrification works, HVAC maintenance, SCADA/BMS automation, electrical complaints handling, or street lighting. MS Office proficiency required. |
| Physical Training Instructor – 2 Posts (1-SC, 1-OBC) |
Criteria-1: Bachelor’s degree + B.P.Ed / Sports Science / 4-year B.P.Ed + 3 years coaching experience in Cricket/Tennis/Squash/Weightlifting from a recognized university/Govt. Autonomous Body + Medal or participation in Senior National/Inter-university/State level events. Criteria-2: Master’s degree (full-time) in Physical Education/Sports Science + 1 year coaching experience + Medal/participation as above. Criteria-3: Bachelor’s degree + B.P.Ed/Sports Science + Diploma/coaching certificate from SAI NS-NIS Patiala or recognized university + 1 year coaching experience + Medal/participation as above. |
| Accountant – 5 Posts (2-UR/PwBD, 2-OBC, 1-SC) | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Finance from a recognized university/institute + Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in accounting/auditing/financial management in Central/State Govt., Autonomous Bodies, PSU, or reputed private organizations. Candidates with M.Com/MBA (Finance)/CA (Inter)/ICWA (Inter)/Qualified CA or ICWA may also apply. |
| Jr. Technician – Artificial Intelligence – 1 Post (UR) | Full-time BE/BTech in AI/CSE/EE/ECE/IT with minimum 55% marks + Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in Linux system administration. Desirable: Hands-on server management, data centre knowledge (power, UPS, air conditioning), good communication skills. |
| Jr. Technician – Biomedical Engineering – 1 Post (UR) | Criteria-1: Master’s degree in Life Sciences/Biology/Pharmacy or allied field with min. 60% marks. Criteria-2: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences/Biology/Pharmacy or allied field with min. 60% marks + 1 year post-qualification experience in a reputed institution/lab. |
| Jr. Technician – Central Workshop – 1 Post (ST) | Criteria-1: Diploma in Mechanical/Production/Mechatronics/Instrumentation (min. 60% marks) + 3 years experience in operating CNC machines (3-axis/5-axis machining centres, turning centres). Criteria-2: ITI in Machinist/Turner/Fitter/Tool & Die Design/Electronics/Mechatronics (min. 60% marks) + 6 years CNC machine operation experience. |
| Jr. Technician – Chemical Engineering – 1 Post (OBC) | Criteria-1: BE/BTech in Chemical Engineering with min. 60% marks. Criteria-2: 3-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering with min. 60% marks + 2 years post-qualification experience in relevant areas. |
| Jr. Technician – Civil Engineering – 1 Post (UR) | Criteria-1: BE/BTech in Civil Engineering (min. 60%) + 1 year experience in civil engg. computer lab operations, engineering software, networking, lab management. Criteria-2: First Class Diploma in Civil Engineering (min. 60%) + 3 years experience in the above areas. |
| Jr. Technician – Computer Science & Engg. – 1 Post (SC) | BTech/BE/MCA/MSc in Computer Science/IT/Electronics with min. 60% marks + Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience as a System Engineer. |
| Jr. Technician – Electrical Engineering – 1 Post (UR) | Criteria-1: BTech/BE in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering (min. 60%). Criteria-2: Diploma in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering (min. 60%) + Computer application knowledge + 2 years post-qualification experience in systems & control/instrumentation. |
| Jr. Technician – Materials Science & Metallurgical Engg. – 2 Posts (UR) | 3-year Diploma or above in Metallurgical/Materials/Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (min. 60%) + 3 years post-qualification experience in furnace operations (air/vacuum induction melting), foundry/casting/moulding, metallography, hydrometallurgical reactors, material testing equipment, and analytical techniques (OES, XRF). |
| Jr. Technician – Mathematics – 1 Post (OBC) | Criteria-1: B.Sc. (CS)/BCA (min. 60%) + 2 years experience in computer hardware, OS installation, printer drivers, basic network troubleshooting, Windows/Linux/Mac systems. Criteria-2: BE/BTech in AI/CSE/IT (min. 60%) + 1 year experience in the same areas. |
| Jr. Technician – Mechanical & Aerospace Engg. – 1 Post (SC, Backlog) | Criteria-1: BTech/BE in Electrical/Instrumentation/ECE/Mechatronics/Robotics & Automation (min. 60%) + 2 years experience in fabrication/design/development/repair and maintenance of electronic/robotic/automation systems. Criteria-2: Diploma in the same streams (min. 60%) + 5 years experience in the above areas. |
| Jr. Technician – Physics – 1 Post (OBC) | BE/BTech/MCA/MSc in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics from a recognized university with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA. |
Note: BE/BTech must be of 4 years duration. Diploma must be of 3 years duration. The percentage of marks should be mentioned exactly (e.g., 59.9% should NOT be rounded off to 60%). Part-time experience will not be counted. Relevant experience gained only after the minimum qualifying degree/course will be considered. The cut-off date for all eligibility criteria including age, qualification, and experience is 20 July 2026.
IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
| All General / UR / OBC Candidates | ₹500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only) per post |
| SC / ST / PwD / EWS / Ex-Servicemen / Women Candidates | NIL (Fully Exempted) |
Candidates applying for more than one post must pay the fee of ₹500/- separately for each post. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Women candidates of all categories are fully exempted from payment of application fee. Fee payment must be made through the online portal only. Applications submitted without the required fee (where applicable) will be summarily rejected.
IIT Hyderabad 2026 Selection Process – Written Test, Skill Test and Document Verification
The selection process for IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 (posts up to Pay Level-7) consists of the following stages:
- Stage 1 – Submission of Online Applications: All eligible candidates who apply online will be permitted to appear for the selection process based on the information furnished in the online application. The onus of meeting eligibility criteria lies entirely on the applicant.
- Stage 2 – Preliminary Written Test / Skill Test / Trade Test: Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may involve either (i) a Preliminary Written Test (screening) followed by a Skill/Trade Test (qualifying) and then a Final Written Test, or (ii) a Skill/Trade Test directly followed by a Final Written Test. The Preliminary Written Test is only for shortlisting purposes.
- Stage 3 – Final Written Test and Document Verification: Final selection is based strictly on merit secured in the Final Written Test. Candidates shortlisted from the Final Written Test are called for Document Verification. Selection is confirmed only after successful document verification. No Travelling Allowance (TA) will be paid for attending any stage of the selection process.
Important: The Institute reserves the right to decide the mode of screening, shortlisting, and testing at its discretion. In case of any inadvertent mistake found at any stage even after issue of the appointment letter, the Institute reserves the right to modify or cancel any communication made to candidates.
IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date / Details |
| Advertisement Release Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Commencement of Online Application | 21 May 2026, 09:00 AM IST |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 20 July 2026, 5:00 PM IST |
| Written Test / Skill Test Date | To be notified on iith.ac.in |
| Admit Card | To be notified on iith.ac.in |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility (Age / Qualification / Experience) | 20 July 2026 |
IIT Hyderabad Recruitment 2026 – Reservation for PwBD Candidates
Horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) is available to the extent of 4% across identified posts. The minimum disability requirement is 40%. PwBD candidates identified for specific posts under this notification are listed below:
| Post Name | Suitable Disability Categories |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | D/HH; OA/OL/LC/Dw/AAV; SLD/MI; Multiple Disabilities involving above |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | D/HH; OL/CP/LC/Dw/AAV; ASD (Mild)/SLD/MI; Multiple Disabilities involving above |
| Accountant | D/HH; OA/BA/OL/BL/OAL/LC/Dw/AAV; Multiple Disabilities involving above |
| Junior Technician (All) | LV; D/HH; OL/BL/CP/LC/Dw/AAV; ASD (Mild)/ID/SLD/MI; Multiple Disabilities involving above |
Ex-Servicemen are eligible for horizontal reservation to the extent of 10% in Group C posts. An Ex-Serviceman who has already availed this benefit in any previous employment cannot avail it again for subsequent employment.
How to Apply for IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Step by Step Online Application Guide
- Visit the official IITH careers portal at careers.iith.ac.in
- Click on the relevant post link under Advertisement No. NF/20 dated 21.05.2026
- Read the complete notification carefully before proceeding to fill the application form
- Register on the portal using a valid and active email ID which will remain functional throughout the recruitment process. All communications including call letters will be sent to this email ID only — check spam/junk folders regularly
- Fill in your Personal Information: enter your name exactly as recorded in the Class 10 Matriculation Certificate, date of birth as per the same document, valid mobile number, and complete permanent/communication address
- Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph in JPG/JPEG format (1 MB, taken within the last one month) and your signature in the same format
- Fill in Educational Qualification details and upload relevant certificates in PDF format (maximum 1 MB per document)
- Fill in Employment/Experience details and upload experience certificates in proper format — on the organization’s letterhead, mentioning designation, period of service, nature of work, and pay. Pay slips or appointment orders will not be accepted as proof of experience
- Upload additional certificates if applicable. SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates must upload the valid certificate in Government of India prescribed format
- Pay the application fee of ₹500/- through the online portal (SC/ST/PwD/EWS/Ex-SM/Women are exempt)
- Review all details carefully before final submission. No modification will be permitted after final submission
- Upon final submission, a PDF copy of the application form will be automatically sent to the registered email ID. Keep this safely for future reference
Important Points to Remember: Candidates currently employed under Central/State Government, PSUs, or Autonomous Bodies must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of the written test/skill test. The OBC certificate should have been issued within 2 years of the last date of application (i.e., issued on or after 20 July 2024). The EWS certificate must be for the current financial year 2026-27 and must clearly state that it is valid for 2026. Incomplete applications or those without required certificates will be summarily rejected without any intimation.
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IIT Hyderabad 2026 – Documents Required at the Time of Written Test / Document Verification
- Printout of the submitted Online Application Form
- Class 10 / Matriculation Certificate and Mark Sheet (as proof of date of birth and name)
- All educational qualification certificates and mark sheets as applicable
- Experience Certificates in the proper proforma – on organization letterhead, mentioning designation, period of service, nature of duties, and pay (Annexure-V format)
- Valid Caste Certificate in prescribed Government of India format for SC/ST (Annexure-I) / OBC-NCL (Annexure-II) / EWS (Annexure-III)
- Disability Certificate from competent Medical Board for PwBD candidates (minimum 40% disability) in prescribed format (Annexure-IV)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer for candidates currently working in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies (Annexure-VI)
- Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate from competent authority (for ESM candidates)
- Recent passport-size colour photographs (taken within last one month)
- Valid Photo-ID Proof in original (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Passport / Driving License)
⚠️ IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Action | Link |
| 🔗 Apply Online – careers.iith.ac.in | 👉 Click Here to Apply Online |
| 📄 Official Notification PDF – Advertisement No. NF/20 | 👉 Download Official Notification |
| 🌐 IIT Hyderabad Official Website | iith.ac.in |
FAQs – IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is an official central government job notification released by the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad vide Advertisement No. NF/20 dated 21.05.2026. Through this notification, IITH has advertised a total of 21 vacant regular posts under Group B and Group C Non-Teaching categories through Direct Recruitment. The posts include Junior Engineer (Civil & Electrical), Physical Training Instructor, Accountant, and Junior Technician across 11 different departments such as Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, and Central Workshop. This is a prestigious opportunity for technically qualified candidates to secure a permanent government job at a leading IIT under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
The last date for submission of online applications for IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is 20 July 2026 by 5:00 PM IST. The online application portal opened on 21 May 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to complete and submit their applications well before the last date and not to wait till the final day, as the Institute will not be responsible for any technical issues, network problems, or server failures encountered during submission. Applications submitted through any other mode (offline, email, post) will not be considered under any circumstances. Once the application is submitted, no modification or correction will be entertained.
The application fee for IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is ₹500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only) per post for General/UR and OBC candidates. Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with Disabilities (PwD), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Ex-Servicemen, and Women candidates of all categories are fully exempted from payment of application fee. If a candidate is applying for more than one post, they must pay ₹500/- separately for each post applied. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid through the online portal only. Applications submitted without the required fee will be summarily rejected.
The upper age limit for all posts under IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is 35 years for General/UR candidates, calculated as on the last date of submission of online applications i.e., 20 July 2026. SC and ST candidates get a relaxation of 5 years, making their upper age limit 40 years (for reserved posts only). OBC-NCL candidates are eligible for 3 years relaxation (38 years). PwBD candidates get 10 years relaxation (UR), 13 years (OBC-NCL), and 15 years (SC/ST), subject to a maximum of 56 years on the last date. Ex-Servicemen are given relaxation as per Government of India norms. Regular employees and contractual/outsourced employees of IIT Hyderabad also get specific relaxations as per Institute norms.
The selection process for IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages. Stage 1 involves submission of online applications where all eligible candidates are permitted to appear in the selection process. Stage 2 consists of a Preliminary Written Test (screening in nature) followed by a Skill Test or Trade Test (qualifying in nature), depending on the number of applications received. In some cases, the Preliminary Written Test may be skipped and candidates directly take the Skill Test and then the Final Written Test. Stage 3 is the Final Written Test, on the basis of which the merit list is prepared. Candidates shortlisted from the Final Written Test are called for Document Verification. Final selection is made strictly on the basis of merit. No interview is conducted for posts up to Pay Level-7. No TA/DA will be paid for attending any stage of the selection process.
The qualification required for Junior Technician posts varies by department under IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026. In general, candidates must possess a BE/BTech or Diploma (3 years) or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering/science discipline with a minimum of 55% to 60% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institution. For most Junior Technician posts, post-qualification experience ranging from 1 to 6 years is also required depending on the level of qualification. For example, the Junior Technician (Artificial Intelligence) requires BE/BTech in AI/CSE/EE/ECE/IT with 55% marks plus 2 years of Linux system administration experience, while the Junior Technician (Central Workshop) requires Diploma/ITI with 60% marks plus 3 to 6 years of CNC machine operation experience. Candidates must check the post-specific eligibility criteria carefully before applying.
Out of the 21 total vacancies advertised under IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026, a total of 7 posts are reserved for OBC (Other Backward Classes) candidates. These include: Junior Engineer (Civil) – 1 post, Physical Training Instructor – 1 post, Accountant – 2 posts, Junior Technician (Chemical Engineering) – 1 post, Junior Technician (Mathematics) – 1 post (Backlog), and Junior Technician (Physics) – 1 post. OBC candidates must belong to the Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) and should be listed in the Central Government’s OBC list. The OBC-NCL certificate must have been issued within 2 years of the last date of application, i.e., on or after 20 July 2024. OBC candidates are also eligible for a 3-year age relaxation against reserved posts only.
Yes, candidates working in Central/State Government organisations, Public Sector Undertakings, Autonomous Bodies, or Universities can apply for IIT Hyderabad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026. However, such candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their present employer at the time of written test/skill test. Without a valid NOC, such candidates will not be permitted to appear in the written test/skill test/document verification. The NOC must be in the prescribed Proforma-VI format provided in the notification, on the official letterhead of the present employer. Additionally, if such a candidate is selected and joins IIT Hyderabad, they will be required to formally resign from or get relieved from their current position before joining the new post.