Job Openings: Director of Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal

The Government of India, Ministry of Education (Department of Higher Education, Technical Section VII) is inviting applications for the prestigious post of Director of the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal. The Director serves as the principal academic as well as administrative head of the institute.

Vacancy Details

• Post Name: Director

• Institute: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal

• Pay Scale: Rs. 2,25,000 (Fixed)

Eligibility & Application Procedure

• Role Expectations: The candidate is expected to have a proven administrative, teaching, and research background. This includes significant experience in research guidance at the Ph.D. level, paired with strong leadership qualities.

• Tenure of Appointment: The position is on a contractual tenure basis for five years or until attaining the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier.

• How to Apply: Eligible and interested persons can apply ONLINE through the NITSER Council's website or the Ministry of Education's website.

• Application Portals: www.nitcouncil.org.in and https://www.dohe-education.gov.in/

• Application Window: The online application window will remain open from 24.07.2026 to 23.08.2026 upto 12:00 midnight (Both dates are inclusive).

Detailed Advertisement Access: The detailed advertisement alongside other necessary information can be found on the following official portals: https://www.dohe-education.gov.in/ www.nitcouncil.org.in Department of Science and Technology: https://www.dst.gov.in/ Department of Personnel & Training: https://dopt.gov.in/