IIM Kashipur Academic Assistant/Associate Recruitment 2026

IIM Kashipur is hiring Academic Assistant and Academic Associate in the Operations Management & Decision Sciences area on a contract basis. If you have a Postgraduate degree with first class or a PhD in a relevant area, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 18 May 2026. Stipend ranges from Rs. 27,500 to Rs. 39,000 per month depending on qualification and experience.

IIM Kashipur Academic Assistant/Associate Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Management Kashipur (IIM Kashipur), a premier business school in Uttarakhand, has released Advertisement No. AA-03/2026 dated 28 April 2026 for the engagement of Academic Assistants and Academic Associates in the Operations Management & Decision Sciences area. The appointment is purely contractual for one year, renewable annually based on performance, generally limited to three years. Postgraduates and PhD holders looking for academic and research exposure at a leading IIM can apply.

Vacancy Details

• Academic Assistant: Postgraduate level role with stipend Rs. 27,500-32,000/month
• Academic Associate: PhD level role with stipend Rs. 33,000-39,000/month

The exact number of vacancies is not specified in the notification. IIM Kashipur will engage suitable candidates as per institutional requirements in the Operations Management & Decision Sciences area.

Who Can Apply?

Academic Assistant (Stipend Rs. 27,500-32,000)

• Postgraduate degree with first class
• Relevant experience in academics or industry, OR M.Phil (or higher qualification) preferred
• Candidates with ACA, AICWA, B.Tech / B.E., MCA qualifications are also eligible

Academic Associate (Stipend Rs. 33,000-39,000)

• PhD in relevant area (Operations Management or Decision Sciences)

Age Limit

• Maximum age limit: preferably 35 years
• Age is calculated on the last date of submission of application or the date of walk-in interview (in case of walk-in only)
• The age limit is preferable, not strict — exceptional candidates may be considered

Salary

• Academic Assistant (no experience): Rs. 27,500 per month
• Academic Assistant (with experience): Increment of Rs. 1,500 per completed year of relevant experience, up to a maximum of Rs. 32,000 per month
• Academic Associate (PhD, no experience): Rs. 33,000 per month
• Academic Associate (with experience): Increment of Rs. 2,000 per completed year of relevant experience, up to a maximum of Rs. 39,000 per month
• Stipend is consolidated — no DA, HRA, or other allowances

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is purely interview-based — there is no written exam.

1. Application Screening: IIM Kashipur shortlists candidates based on qualification, experience, and area-fit
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are interviewed in person at IIM Kashipur or online
3. Final Selection: Based on interview performance and academic profile

Mere fulfilment of the qualification and experience does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview.

How to Apply

1. Go to the IIM Kashipur online application portal at aa.iimkashipur.co.in/om-ds/
2. Register with your email ID and phone number
3. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and experience details
4. Upload your scanned documents (degree certificates, mark sheets, experience proof, photograph, signature)
5. Submit the application before 18 May 2026
6. Wait for the shortlisting email — interviews are conducted in person or online

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 28 April 2026
• Application Start: 28 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 18 May 2026 (17:00 hours)
• Interview Date: To be announced (intimation through email)
• Duration of Engagement: 1 year contract, renewable annually up to 3 years

• Assist faculty members in teaching, including evaluation, course development, and preparation of teaching material
• Mark attendance and evaluate student participation in class
• Perform invigilation duty during examinations
• Support faculty research and consultancy projects in Operations Management & Decision Sciences
• Help with Management Development Programmes (MDPs) and other executive training
• Provide secretarial assistance to faculty members and academic departments
• Handle other academic activities as assigned by the Institute from time to time