IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026: Junior Engineer, Physical Training Instructor, Junior Assistant & Junior Technician Eligibility, Pay and How to Apply
Good news for job seekers! The Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad (IIIT Dharwad) has released Advertisement No. IIITDWD/REC/NT/2026/1129 for 10 regular non-teaching posts through direct recruitment. The posts are Junior Engineer, Physical Training Instructor, Junior Assistant and Junior Technician. These are regular Group B and Group C jobs at Pay Matrix Level 6 and Level 3, with DA, HRA and NPS. If you have been searching for stable government jobs in Karnataka, this one deserves your attention.
The online portal opens on 7 October 2026 and closes on 9 November 2026 at 23:55 hrs. Graduates, diploma holders, ITI holders and BPEd graduates can all find a post here, and there is no application fee at all. In this article we cover vacancies, eligibility, age limit, pay, selection, the conditions that can cost you the job, and the exact steps to apply. Read it fully before you start, and keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for updates on this recruitment.
Key Highlights of IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
This notification fills regular posts on the non-teaching side of IIIT Dharwad. All four posts are filled through one advertisement, but each post needs its own separate online application.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad |
| Advertisement No. | IIITDWD/REC/NT/2026/1129 dated 5 October 2026 |
| Posts | Junior Engineer, Physical Training Instructor, Junior Assistant, Junior Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 10 |
| Pay | Pay Matrix Level 6 (Group B) and Level 3 (Group C) |
| Application Fee | No fee |
| Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | IIIT Dharwad, Karnataka |
| Last Date | 9 November 2026 (23:55 hrs) |
How Many Vacancies are in IIIT Dharwad Recruitment 2026?
The reservation split is different for every post, so look at the row for your own post instead of the total.
| Post (Group) | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Group B) | UR 1 / OBC (NCL) 1 | 2 |
| Physical Training Instructor (Group B) | UR 1 | 1 |
| Junior Assistant (Group C) | UR 1 / EWS 1 | 2 |
| Junior Technician (Group C) | UR 0 / OBC (NCL) 3 / SC 2 | 5 |
| Total | UR 3 / OBC (NCL) 4 / EWS 1 / SC 2 | 10 |
The two Junior Engineer posts are split as one Civil and one Electrical. Please note one important point: the Junior Technician post has no Unreserved seat – all five seats are for OBC (NCL) and SC candidates. Physical Training Instructor has only one UR seat. No post in this advertisement carries an ST seat. The Institute also says the number and nature of posts may change during the recruitment.
What is the Eligibility for IIIT Dharwad Junior Engineer, Junior Assistant and Other Posts 2026?
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | Degree in Civil / Electrical Engineering or its equivalent with 2 years’ experience, OR Diploma in Civil / Electrical Engineering or its equivalent with 5 years’ experience |
| Physical Training Instructor | Graduate with BPEd with 3 years of experience |
| Junior Assistant | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised University / Institute, plus knowledge of computer applications and proficiency in office applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint |
| Junior Technician | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, OR Diploma in Engineering, OR ITI – each in Computer Science, Electronics or Electrical, or its equivalent. The ITI route needs 2 years of experience |
Both Junior Engineer and Junior Technician have more than one route, so a diploma holder or an engineering graduate can apply. For Junior Engineer, the experience you need depends on your route: 2 years with a degree, 5 years with a diploma.
Desirable Qualifications
| Post | Desirable (not limited to these; adds weight, not compulsory) |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | Refrigeration and air conditioning, MEP, maintenance of a campus with 1,500+ population; Building Information Modelling; AutoCAD, construction and project management software |
| Physical Training Instructor | Student welfare / student affairs work in a Government or reputed higher education institution; specialisation in at least one sport; N.I.S Coaching Diploma holders and inter-university / national medal winners get preference |
Which Post Suits You?
Start by matching your own qualification to one post. If you are a plain graduate with good computer skills, Junior Assistant is the post for you – any stream is fine, so B.A., B.Com. and B.Sc. holders can all apply, as can other graduates looking for government jobs. If you studied Computer Science, Electronics or Electrical at any level, look at Junior Technician – but remember its seats are only for OBC (NCL) and SC. Civil and Electrical engineers with the required experience should aim for Junior Engineer. If you are a BPEd graduate with three years of experience, Physical Training Instructor is your post. You can apply for more than one post, but you must fill a separate form for each.
If your qualification is not exactly as per the recruitment rules, you must produce an equivalency certificate from your board or university. If your result is in CGPA, attach the percentage-equivalence certificate; without the university’s formula, CGPA × 10 is taken as the percentage.
What is the Age Limit for IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Posts 2026?
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | 32 years |
| Physical Training Instructor | 32 years |
| Junior Assistant | 27 years |
| Junior Technician | 27 years |
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Age and every other condition are counted as on 9 November 2026 (23:55 hrs). Only the date of birth in your Secondary School Leaving Certificate or Birth Certificate is accepted.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD and Ex-Servicemen | As per Central Government Rules |
| Internal regular candidates | No upper age limit, but at least one year of service must remain till superannuation |
| IIIT Dharwad adhoc, temporary, contractual or outsourced staff | Up to a maximum of 50 years, with minimum five years of clean continuous service |
What is the Salary for IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Posts 2026?
| Post | Group | Pay Matrix Level |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | B | Level 6 |
| Physical Training Instructor | B | Level 6 |
| Junior Assistant | C | Level 3 |
| Junior Technician | C | Level 3 |
You will get the basic pay of your Pay Level plus admissible allowances like DA and HRA under Central Government / Institute rules. The notification does not print a rupee figure, so go by the Pay Level. Employees and their dependents also get medical benefits as per Institute norms, and the National Pension Scheme (NPS) applies to direct recruits, except those already governed by the CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972.
What is the Selection Process for IIIT Dharwad Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Applications are screened and eligible candidates are called |
| Objective / Skill Test / Presentation | Only if required, before the interview, for further shortlisting |
| Written Test and/or Interview | All eligible candidates must appear; final selection is based on interview performance |
| Document Verification | Originals and one set of self-attested copies |
| Medical and Character Verification | Appointment depends on clearing the medical examination and antecedent verification |
Call letters come only by email and on the recruitment portal – no hard copy is posted. Come prepared for at least two days’ stay for the selection process. The Institute reserves the right not to fill any or all posts, so keep checking the website.
What Conditions Can Cost You the IIIT Dharwad Job?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| False information | False or incorrect information, or hiding facts, leads to rejection or cancellation of application or selection |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification |
| PwD certificate | The certificate is rejected if disability is less than 40% |
| OBC-NCL / EWS certificate | Only certificates issued on or after 1 April 2026 are considered, in the prescribed proforma |
| Government employees | Upload NOC and Vigilance Clearance Certificate, or bring them at document verification; no disciplinary or vigilance case should be pending |
| Joining | You must join within the given time, failing which the appointment is summarily cancelled |
| After submission | No queries about changing data or missing documents are entertained after you submit |
| Interim inquiries | Interim inquiries relating to any matter shall not be entertained – watch the website instead |
| Mistakes in selection | The Institute can withdraw or cancel any communication, even after an offer of appointment |
| Travel | No TA / DA for attending the selection process |
| Disputes | Only courts / tribunals at Hubballi / Dharwad have jurisdiction |
How to Apply Online for IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the IIIT Dharwad staff recruitment portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Register with one valid personal email ID and mobile number, and keep both active |
| 3 | Fill the online application with complete information – a separate application for each post |
| 4 | Upload the documents; government employees upload NOC and VCC |
| 5 | No fee is payable, so there is no payment step |
| 6 | Submit before 9 November 2026, 23:55 hrs, and print the application |
You do not need to post a hard copy. Your Registration No. and password come to your registered email. At the test or interview, bring the printout with your 10th (or equivalent) certificate, qualification mark sheets, category certificate, experience certificate and a photo ID. For doubts, the Institute takes queries by email at recruitment.nt@iiitdwd.ac.in.
What are the Important Dates for IIIT Dharwad Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 5 October 2026 |
| Online portal opens | 7 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 9 November 2026 (23:55 hrs) |
| Eligibility cut-off date | 9 November 2026 (23:55 hrs) |
| OBC-NCL, EWS, NOC and VCC certificates issued on or after | 1 April 2026 |
The Institute recommends finishing your application early instead of waiting for the last day.
Is There Any Application Fee for IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Posts 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR | Nil |
| OBC (NCL) / EWS | Nil |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Instruction 33 of the notification clearly says no application fee shall be charged, so do not pay anyone for this application.
Essential Links for IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
- Download IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
- Apply Online for IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
- Official Notification Page for IIIT Dharwad Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 – 10 Junior Engineer, Junior Assistant & Other Posts
- Visit IIIT Dharwad Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you match the qualification and age for any of these four posts, do not let this chance slip away – it is a regular institute job with no fee to apply. Check your category against your post first, especially for Junior Technician, and apply by 9 November 2026. For more central and other government jobs, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.