Institute Of Physics Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026 For 7 Assistant Professor And Reader Posts

Institute of Physics (IoP), Bhubaneswar, an autonomous research institution under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has invited applications for faculty positions under direct recruitment basis. Established in 1972, IoP is a premier research center in theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics, high energy physics, and nuclear physics. The institute is recruiting for 07 faculty posts at the level of Assistant Professor (E) and Reader (F) under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level-12/13. Candidates with strong academic background, high-quality publications, and post-doctoral experience in relevant research areas are encouraged to apply. The last date to submit applications via email is 28 February 2026. The job location is Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

Institute Of Physics Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026 Notification

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Name of OrganizationInstitute of Physics (IoP), Bhubaneswar
Post NamesAssistant Professor (E), Reader (F)
EducationPh.D. in relevant field of Physics with required post-doctoral experience and quality publications
Total Vacancies07
Apply ModeEmail
Job LocationBhubaneswar, Odisha
Last Date To Apply28 February 2026

Institute Of Physics Bhubaneswar Vacancy

Post NameVacancyEducation
Assistant Professor (E)Included in 07Ph.D. in Physics with minimum 2 years post-doctoral experience
Reader (F)Included in 07Ph.D. in Physics with minimum 5 years post-doctoral experience

Salary

Assistant Professor (E): Pay Level-12 (7th CPC)
Reader (F): Pay Level-13 (7th CPC)

Additional allowances and benefits will be provided as per Government norms. IoP offers excellent research facilities including a 3 MV Pelletron accelerator and campus accommodation as per rules.

Age Limit

Assistant Professor (E): Preferably below 35 years
Reader (F): Preferably below 38 years
Age calculated as on 28 February 2026. Relaxation applicable as per Government of India rules.

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on screening of applications, academic record, and research publications. Referee assessments will be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to present a seminar at the Institute and attend an interview with faculty members. Final selection will be based on overall merit and institutional requirements.

How to Apply

  • Step 1: Download the prescribed application format from the official website https://www.iopb.res.in.
  • Step 2: Prepare a detailed CV including list of publications and details of at least three referees.
  • Step 3: Compile the completed application and documents into a single PDF file.
  • Step 4: Send the application via email to the respective address based on research area:

Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics: fac-recruit_cmpt@iopb.res.in
Experimental Condensed Matter Physics: fac-recruit_cmpe@iopb.res.in
Theoretical High Energy Physics: fac-recruit_hept@iopb.res.in

Important Dates

Notification ReleaseJanuary 2026
Application Start DateImmediate
Last Date To Apply28 February 2026
Seminar/InterviewTo Be Scheduled After Screening

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