Delhi Technological University Announces Recruitment for 219 Assistant Professors in 2026

Delhi Technological University (DTU) is offering an exciting opportunity for aspiring educators with the recruitment of 219 Assistant Professors across various disciplines. The application process starts on October 23, 2026, and runs until December 7, 2026. Notably, there is no upper age limit for applicants, making this a unique chance for many. The highest number of vacancies is in Computer Science and Engineering, with 36 positions available. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online through the official DTU website. This article provides detailed information on the subjects, vacancies, and eligibility criteria for prospective applicants.

By Ambika Singh Oct 23, 2026, 19:22 IST

Overview of DTU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Delhi Technological University (DTU) is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Professor: If you aspire to teach at a university level and hold the necessary qualifications, this is your chance to apply for one of the 219 Assistant Professor roles available at DTU in Delhi. A key highlight of this recruitment is the absence of an upper age limit. Faculty positions will be filled across 24 different subjects, with the most vacancies—36—available in Computer Science and Engineering, followed by 20 each in Civil Engineering and Production Engineering.

Application Timeline and Salary Details

The online application process will commence at 11:00 AM on October 23, 2026, and candidates can submit their applications until 5:00 PM on December 7, 2026. For certain disciplines, the starting salary for an Assistant Professor is set at ₹57,700. Below is a breakdown of the vacancies by subject and the eligibility criteria for applicants.

Vacancies by Subject

DTU has released an advertisement (Advertisement No. 04/2026) for the recruitment of 219 Assistant Professors across various departments, including Engineering, Applied Sciences, Management, and Humanities. The application process is entirely online, and interested candidates can apply through the official DTU website, dtu.ac.in. The job location for successful candidates will be in Delhi. Applications will be accepted from October 23 until December 7.

Subject-Specific Vacancies

The highest number of vacancies is in Computer Science and Engineering, with 36 positions available. Civil Engineering and Production Engineering each have 20 vacancies. Other subjects include:

Subject	Vacancies
Mechanical Engineering	18
Applied Physics	15
Automobile Engineering	12
Applied Mathematics	11
Engineering Physics	11
Electrical Engineering	8
Electronics and Communication Engineering	4
Chemical Engineering	4
Software Engineering	3
Information Technology	9

Management and Humanities Opportunities

The recruitment also includes positions in Management and Humanities, with:

10 vacancies in Management (DSM)

5 in Humanities (Economics)

3 in Humanities (English)

1 in Economics (USME)

Thus, candidates with qualifications in these fields are encouraged to apply.

Age Limit and Qualifications

Notably, there is no upper age limit for applicants in this recruitment. However, candidates must meet other eligibility criteria as specified in the recruitment guidelines for their respective subjects. Academic qualifications vary by subject, and candidates should thoroughly review the detailed notification and recruitment rules for their specific area of expertise.