Faculty Recruitment 2026 at Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology (Autonomous), Chennai is now open for the positions of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across four cutting-edge Computer Science and Engineering departments. An AICTE-approved, NAAC and NBA-accredited autonomous institution affiliated to Anna University, Chennai and established in 1997 under the Rajalakshmi Institutions banner, RIT is a well-regarded name in Tamil Nadu’s technical education landscape. Eligible candidates with strong research publication records and requisite academic experience must apply via email at the earliest.
Job Summary
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation Name | Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology (Autonomous) |
| Post Name(s) | Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor |
| Application Mode | |
| Job Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Affiliation | Anna University, Chennai |
| Accreditation | NAAC / NBA |
| Approval | AICTE, New Delhi |
| Official Website | www.ritchennai.org |
Department & Job Titles
| Department | Job Title(s) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor |
| Artificial Intelligence & Data Science | Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor |
| Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor |
| Computer Science & Business Systems | Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor |
Eligibility & Academic Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Professor — Ph.D. in the relevant engineering or technology discipline; Ph.D. Guideship is mandatory; minimum 10 research publications in SCI/SCIE/WOS/Scopus indexed journals at the Associate Professor level are required.
- Associate Professor — Ph.D. in the relevant engineering discipline with at least 2 years of post-doctoral experience; minimum 6 publications in SCI/SCIE/WOS/Scopus indexed journals are mandatory.
- Assistant Professor — B.E. and M.E. with First Class in the relevant branch of Engineering or Technology; as per AICTE and Anna University norms.
Experience
- Professor — Minimum 10 years of combined Teaching, Research, or Industry experience; of this, at least 3 years must be at a post equivalent to Associate Professor level.
- Associate Professor — Minimum 8 years of combined Teaching, Research, or Industry experience; of which at least 2 years must be post-Ph.D. experience.
- Assistant Professor — Prior teaching or research experience in the relevant CS or AI domain preferred; strong first-class academic credentials at UG and PG level are the primary eligibility criteria.
Selection Process
- Screening of emailed profiles based on research publications and academic qualifications
- Shortlisting of candidates based on indexed journal publication count and years of relevant experience
- Academic presentation or research seminar before the departmental selection committee
- Expert interview by RIT’s senior faculty and academic leadership panel
- Document verification and final appointment as per AICTE and university norms
Application Procedure
- Prepare an updated academic profile or CV clearly mentioning the post and department applied for.
- Compile supporting documents including Ph.D. degree certificate, B.E. and M.E. mark sheets with first class credentials, and a complete list of SCI/SCIE/WOS/Scopus indexed publications.
- Include evidence of Ph.D. Guideship for Professor applicants.
- Compose an application email clearly stating the designation and department being applied for.
- Send the complete profile to hr@ritchennai.edu.in at the earliest.
- Retain a copy of the sent email and all submitted documents for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 22 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Refer to official notification |
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply via Email | hr@ritchennai.edu.in |
| Official Website | www.ritchennai.org |
Contact
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Institution Name | Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology (Autonomous) |
| hr@ritchennai.edu.in | |
| Website | www.ritchennai.org |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which departments have faculty vacancies at Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology Chennai?
Vacancies are open in four departments: Computer Science and Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Computer Science & Business Systems.
2. What is the minimum publication requirement for Professor and Associate Professor posts at RIT Chennai?
Professor candidates must have a minimum of 10 research publications in SCI/SCIE/WOS/Scopus indexed journals at the Associate Professor level. Consequently, Associate Professor candidates must hold at least 6 publications in the same categories.
3. Is Ph.D. Guideship mandatory for Faculty Recruitment 2026 at Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology Chennai?
Yes. Ph.D. Guideship is explicitly stated as essential for the Professor designation and must be evidenced at the time of application.
4. What qualifications are required for the Assistant Professor position at RIT Chennai?
Assistant Professor candidates must have completed both B.E. and M.E. with First Class in the relevant branch of Engineering or Technology, as per AICTE and Anna University norms.
5. How much total experience is required for the Professor post at Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology?
A minimum of 10 years of Teaching, Research, or Industry experience is required, of which at least 3 years must be at a designation equivalent to Associate Professor level.