IIM Sambalpur Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Faculty Posts

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find quick answers to common questions about the IIM Sambalpur Faculty Recruitment 2026, covering eligibility, salary, and available positions.

Q1. What are the faculty positions available at IIM Sambalpur?

Ans: IIM Sambalpur is recruiting for Professor, Professor of Practice, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of Practice, Assistant Professor Grade-I, and Assistant Professor Grade-II positions.

Q2. What are the academic areas for which IIM Sambalpur is recruiting faculty?

Ans: The recruitment covers Finance & Accounting Management, OB/HR, Information Systems Management, Marketing Management, Strategic Management, Operations Management / QT, General Management / Public Policy, Economics, Business Communication, and Data Science & AI.

Q3. What is the required educational qualification for these faculty posts?

Ans: Generally, a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in the discipline with a first class at the preceding degree is essential. For Professor/Associate Professor of Practice roles, substantial industry/government experience is also a key requirement, and a Ph.D. may be desirable but not always essential if offset by domain knowledge.

Q4. Is there a specific number of vacancies mentioned in the notification?

Ans: No, the official notification does not specify the exact number of vacancies for any of the faculty positions.

Q5. What is the pay scale for Professor positions at IIM Sambalpur?

Ans: Professors are offered Academic Level 14 A. Professor of Practice on Contract positions receive a Consolidated Pay.

Q6. What is the pay scale for Assistant Professor positions?

Ans: Assistant Professor Grade-I is at Academic Level 12, and Assistant Professor Grade-II is at Academic Level 10/11. After 3 years of regular service, Assistant Professors can move to Academic Level 13A1 with an initial basic pay of Rs.1,31,400.

Q7. Is there an age limit for applying to these faculty positions?

Ans: The official notification does not mention a specific age limit for application. However, the retirement age for Professor of Practice is 65 years.

Q8. What is the last date to apply for IIM Sambalpur Faculty Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The official notification does not specify a last date to apply. The advertisement date is 08/05/2026.

Q9. Are the appointments permanent or contractual?

Ans: Appointments will be made on either a regular or contractual basis, depending on the qualification, experience, and suitability of the candidate.

Q10. What kind of experience is required for Professor of Practice roles?

Ans: For Professor of Practice, a minimum of 20 years of substantial relevant experience with at least 5 years at a senior level in industry or government is required. For Associate Professor of Practice, a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience is needed.