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🎓 IIM Mumbai Faculty Recruitment 2025
Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (Formerly NITIE)
📌 Professor & Associate Professor Positions | 8 Specializations
📍 Mumbai Location | Last Date: 20 January 2026
🏛️ Organization
IIM Mumbai
🎓 Posts
Professor & Associate Professor
💰 Pay Level
14A & 13A2
📅 Last Date
20-Jan-2026
📧 Apply Via
Email Application
📍 Location
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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| 📋 Post Details | 🎓 Qualification & Experience | 💰 Salary (Pay Level) | 🎯 Age Limit | 📝 Specializations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | Ph.D. + 10 years teaching/research (min 4 years as Associate Professor) | Level 14A: ₹1,59,100 - ₹2,20,200 | 50 years |
1. Analytics & Decision Science 2. Economics & Strategy 3. Entrepreneurship 4. Finance & Accounting 5. Marketing 6. OBHR 7. Public Policy 8. Digitisation in Supply Chain & Operations |
| Associate Professor | Ph.D. + 6 years teaching/research (min 3 years as Assistant Professor Grade-I) | Level 13A2: ₹1,39,600 - ₹2,11,300 | 45 years |
Professor
Qualification
Ph.D. with excellent academic record
Experience
10 years (min 4 as Associate Professor)
Pay Level
Level 14A
Salary Range
₹1,59,100 - ₹2,20,200
Age Limit
50 years
Associate Professor
Qualification
Ph.D. with excellent academic record
Experience
6 years (min 3 as Assistant Professor Grade-I)
Pay Level
Level 13A2
Salary Range
₹1,39,600 - ₹2,11,300
Age Limit
45 years
Available Specializations (8 Areas)
1. Analytics & Decision Science
2. Economics & Strategy
3. Entrepreneurship
4. Finance & Accounting
5. Marketing
6. OBHR
(Organizational Behavior & HR)
7. Public Policy
8. Digitisation in SCM & Operations
💰 Salary Structure & Benefits
📊 7th Pay Commission Salary Structure
Professor
Level 14A
₹1,59,100 - ₹2,20,200
Associate Professor
Level 13A2
₹1,39,600 - ₹2,11,300
Allowances & Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA): As per central government rates (currently 50%)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): 9-27% of basic pay (Mumbai rates)
- Campus/Leased Accommodation: Available as per institute norms
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for employee and family
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC): As per government norms
- Children Education Allowance: For school education expenses
- New Pension Scheme (NPS): Contribution as per government rules
- Telephone Bill Reimbursement: As per institute norms
Academic & Research Benefits:
- Faculty Professional Development Fund (FPDF): ₹3 Lakhs every 3 years for conferences, memberships
- Seed Grant for Research: Up to ₹15 Lakhs available for faculty research work
- Conference Support: Financial support for national and international conferences
- Consultancy Opportunities: Liberal consultancy policy - up to 52 days per year with no income limit
- Research Facilities: Access to IIM Mumbai research centers and well-stocked library (57,189 volumes)
- Industry Interactions: Strong corporate connections in Mumbai's financial capital
Career Growth & Promotion:
- Time-bound promotions as per UGC/IIM regulations
- Opportunity for administrative positions (Dean, Chairperson, etc.)
- International exposure through conferences and collaborations
- Research leadership opportunities in specialized areas
- Mentoring PhD students and guiding research projects
- Recognition as IIM faculty with national and international prestige
🔍 Recruitment Type & Selection Process
Recruitment Type: DIRECT RECRUITMENT
- Direct Recruitment: Regular appointment (NOT contract/deputation initially)
- Probation Period: 2 years probation for regular appointment
- Contract Option: Institute may consider 1-2 year contract based on credentials
- Government Employees: Must apply through proper channel with NOC
- Foreign Candidates: Indian nationals abroad and OCI holders may apply
Selection Process:
- Stage 1: Application Screening based on qualifications, experience, publications
- Stage 2: Shortlisting by Screening Committee
- Stage 3: Research Presentation (may be online or physical)
- Stage 4: Personal Interview
- Stage 5: Final Selection by Selection Committee
- Stage 6: Appointment Letter & Joining
🎯 Key Selection Criteria
- Research Publications: Web of Science Q1/Q2 journals (FT50 highly valued)
- First/Communicating Author: Weightage given to first/communicating author papers
- AI/ML/OR Skills: Preference for candidates with proven AI, ML, Operations Research applications
- Teaching Potential: Demonstrated teaching ability and commitment
- Industry Connections: Highly cited work and industry links valued
- Academic Leadership: Evidence of academic leadership and administration
🎓 Education Qualification & Eligibility
Essential Qualifications:
- Ph.D. Degree: In relevant specialization with First Class or equivalent at preceding degree
- Academic Record: Excellent academic record throughout
- University Recognition: Degree from UGC recognized University/Deemed University
- Ph.D. Certificate: Certificate stating date of Ph.D. Defense must be submitted
Experience Requirements:
👨🏫 Professor Position
- Minimum 10 years teaching/research experience
- At least 4 years as Associate Professor at institution of repute
- Strong research and publication track record
- Demonstrated academic leadership
👩🏫 Associate Professor Position
- Minimum 6 years teaching/research experience
- At least 3 years as Assistant Professor (Grade-I) at institution of repute
- Successful track record of research and publications
- Potential for academic growth
Posting Location:
- Campus: Indian Institute of Management Mumbai, Vihar Lake, Mumbai - 400087
- City: Mumbai, Maharashtra (Financial Capital of India)
- Campus Features: Picturesque campus surrounded by lakes on three sides
- Facilities: Well-stocked library, research centers, computing facilities
- Nearby Institutions: Close to prestigious educational institutions for collaboration
- Local Amenities: Banks, post office, shopping, schools, hospitals within 4-5 km
- Travel Reimbursement: Apex airfare economy class reimbursement for interview
⚠️ Important Notes
- Part-time experience will NOT be counted
- Experience relaxation possible for exceptionally outstanding candidates
- Separate applications required for multiple areas/positions
- Political & security clearance needed for foreign passport holders
- Institute reserves right to relax age/qualification/experience in exceptional cases
📝 Step-by-Step Application Guide
1
Download Application Form
Download the prescribed Pro-forma (Annexure A) from IIM Mumbai website: www.iimmumbai.ac.in under careers/faculty recruitment section.
2
Fill Application Form
Complete all sections of Annexure A with accurate details: Personal information, educational qualifications, experience, research publications, etc.
3
Prepare Required Documents
Scan and prepare: Photo, all educational certificates, experience certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), three best research papers, Ph.D. defense certificate.
4
Compile Research Details
Prepare list of Web of Science Q1/Q2 publications with impact factors, year, author position. Highlight FT50 or high-impact journal publications.
5
Get NOC (If Applicable)
Government/semi-government employees must obtain No Objection Certificate from current employer. Foreign organization employees are exempted.
6
Email Your Application
Send soft copy of filled application form with all documents to: admin.fa@iimmumbai.ac.in before 20 January 2026.
7
Subject Line Format
Use subject: "Application for [Post] in [Specialization] - [Your Name]". Example: "Application for Professor in Finance - Rajesh Sharma".
8
Wait for Response
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for presentation/interview via email. Check spam folder regularly.
✅ Required Documents Checklist
- Filled Application Form: Annexure A completely filled
- Photograph: Recent passport-size photo
- Educational Certificates: All degrees, Ph.D. certificate, mark sheets
- Experience Certificates: All employment certificates with designation, pay, tenure
- Research Publications: List of publications with impact factors (Web of Science Q1/Q2)
- Three Best Papers: Reprints of 3 best papers published in Q1/Q2 journals
- Caste Certificate: SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS certificate if applicable (latest government format)
- PwBD Certificate: Disability certificate if applicable
- NOC: No Objection Certificate from current employer (for government employees)
- OCI/Dual Citizenship Proof: If applicable
⚠️ Important Instructions & Deadlines
- Application Deadline: 20 January 2026 - Strict deadline, no extensions
- Application Mode: Email only to admin.fa@iimmumbai.ac.in (No physical applications)
- Incomplete Applications: Will be rejected without notice
- Multiple Applications: Separate applications for different specializations/posts
- No Application Fee: No fee required for application submission
- Government Employees: Must apply through proper channel with NOC
- Updates Check: Regularly check IIM Mumbai website for updates/amendments
- No Queries Entertained: Institute will not answer queries about application status, interview details, or reasons for non-selection
- Interview Travel: Apex airfare economy class reimbursement for candidates called to Mumbai campus
- Technical Issues: Institute not responsible for internet/email issues at candidate's end
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for IIM Mumbai faculty positions?
A: The last date is 20 January 2026. Applications must be emailed to admin.fa@iimmumbai.ac.in by this date.
Q2: Is there any application fee?
A: No, there is no application fee for these faculty positions.
Q3: Can candidates from abroad apply?
A: Yes, Indian nationals working abroad and OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) holders may apply.
Q4: What type of publications are valued most?
A: Web of Science Q1/Q2 journal publications, especially FT50 journals. First author or communicating author papers get weightage.
Q5: Is this a regular appointment or contract basis?
A: Regular appointment with 2-year probation. Exceptionally, candidates may be offered 1-2 year contract based on credentials.
Q6: Where will the interview be conducted?
A: Presentation and interview may be physical (on campus) or online (MS Teams/WebEx) as decided by the institute.
Q7: Is there any age relaxation?
A: Age relaxation as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates. Institute may relax age in exceptional cases.
Q8: What is the selection process?
A: Application screening → Shortlisting → Research Presentation → Personal Interview → Final Selection.
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