The Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya (IIM Bodh Gaya), founded in 2015 by the Government of India under the Ministry of Education, continues to expand its legacy of excellence in management education and research. Situated in the spiritually enriching city of Bodh Gaya, Bihar, and mentored by IIM Calcutta, the institute has announced its Recruitment 2026 for faculty and non-faculty positions. With notifications released on December 31, 2025, this drive offers 76 faculty vacancies and 22 non-faculty vacancies (across 20 positions), plus trainee pools.
As of January 6, 2026, applications are open online until January 20, 2026. This is a prime opportunity for academics, professionals, and administrators to join a top-ranked institution (NIRF-listed). Below, we detail vacancies, eligibility, salaries, selection, and application steps based on official notifications.
Key Highlights of IIM Bodh Gaya Recruitment 2026
Two separate notifications cover:
- Faculty Recruitment: 76 vacancies in teaching and practice roles.
- Non-Faculty Recruitment: 22 vacancies in administrative and support roles, with additional trainee candidate pools.
These recruitments support IIM Bodh Gaya’s growth in academic and operational excellence.
1. IIM Bodh Gaya Faculty Recruitment 2026
- Total Vacancies: 76
- Positions: Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor (Grade I – Levels 13A1 & 12; Grade II – Levels 11 & 10), Professor/Associate Professor of Practice.
- Areas of Specialization:
- Economics
- Strategy & Entrepreneurship
- Marketing Management
- Finance & Accounting
- Organizational Behaviour & Human Resource Management
- Information Technology Systems & Analytics
- Operations Management & Quantitative Techniques
- Business Communication
- Business Law
- Humanities & Liberal Arts
- Category-wise Vacancies:CategoryVacanciesUR12SC16ST7OBC25EWS14PwD2
This recruitment emphasizes high-quality research and teaching.
2. IIM Bodh Gaya Non-Faculty Recruitment 2026
- Total Vacancies: 22 (across 20 positions)
- Positions and Categories:Sl. No.PositionCategory (# of Posts)1Chief Administrative Officer (R/C)UR (1)2Legal Officer (C)UR (1)3Senior Administrative Officer (R/C)UR (1)4Senior Administrative Officer (Programmes) (R/C)UR (1)5Administrative Officer (Administration) (R/C)UR (1), NC-OBC (1)6Administrative Officer (Programs) (R/C)UR (1)7Executive Assistant (R/C)UR (1)8Internal Audit Officer (R/C)UR (1)9Assistant Administrative Officer (Hindi Language & Administration) (R/C)SC (1)10Assistant Administrative Officer (Students Affairs) (R/C)NC-OBC (1)11Assistant Administrative Officer (International Relations) (R/C)UR (1)12Assistant Student Counsellor (R/C)NC-OBC (1)13Office Assistant (R/C)UR (1), NC-OBC (1)14Junior Engineer (Civil) (R/C)UR (1)15Junior Engineer (Electrical) (R/C)UR (1)16Senior Library & Information Assistant (R/C)UR (1)17IT & Computer Assistant (Admission) (R/C)UR (1)18Junior Assistant (R/C)SC (1)19Junior Horticulturist (R/C)UR (1)20CEO – INSPIRE: Section 8 Incubation Centre (C)UR (1)
- Trainee Pools (No fixed vacancies; pool valid for 1 year):
- Management Trainee (C)
- Management Trainee – IT (C)
- Management Trainee cum Counsellor – Clinical/Counselling Psychology (C)
- Library Trainee (C)
- Accounts Trainee (C)
- Yoga Trainee (C)
- Graduate Trainee (C)
These roles focus on administration, support, and specialized functions.
Eligibility Criteria for IIM Bodh Gaya Recruitment 2026
Faculty Positions
- Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent in relevant discipline from UGC/AICTE-recognized institutions. First-class Master’s (60% or equivalent; relaxations: 5% for SC/ST/PwD, 3% for OBC). Consistent good academic record from Class X onwards for junior levels.
- Experience & Publications (Key Highlights):
- Professor: 10 years (4 as Associate Prof.), min. 8 high-quality publications (e.g., ABDC-B/ABS-3 or better, WoS/Scopus-indexed). Preference for Ph.D. guidance, books, cases (Harvard/Ivey).
- Associate Professor: 6 years (3 post-Ph.D.), min. 5 publications.
- Assistant Professor Grade I (13A1/12): 3-5 years post-Ph.D., min. 3-4 publications.
- Assistant Professor Grade II (11/10): 1 year post-Ph.D. or fresh Ph.D., min. 1-2 publications.
- Professor/Associate Professor of Practice: 20+ years industry/govt. experience; Ph.D. desirable.
- Preferences: Experience from AACSB/AMBA/EFMD-accredited institutes. Contractual options for exceptional candidates lacking full experience/publications.
Non-Faculty Positions
- Qualifications: Vary by role (e.g., Postgraduate/MBA/Engineering/Law/Library Science with 55-60% marks). For trainees: Relevant degrees (e.g., MBA, M.Sc Psychology, B.Com).
- Experience: 5-15 years for senior roles (e.g., 15 years for CAO); 0-8 years for juniors/trainees.
- Age Limits: 30-65 years (relaxations for reserved categories, ex-servicemen).
- Desirables: MS Office proficiency, ERP/LMS knowledge, English/Hindi communication, experience in IIMs/IITs/PSUs. For specific roles: Legal expertise, audit skills, etc.
Cut-off for age/experience/qualifications: January 20, 2026. Detailed RoR in notifications.
Salary and Benefits
- Faculty (7th CPC):PositionPay LevelEntry PayProfessor / Prof of Practice14A₹1,59,100Associate Professor / Assoc Prof of Practice13A2₹1,39,600Assistant Professor Grade I13A1/12₹1,31,400 / ₹1,01,500Assistant Professor Grade II11/10₹89,900 / ₹84,700Plus DA, HRA, LTC, medical, NPS, research incentives, consulting (income sharing).
- Non-Faculty (7th CPC):Pay LevelPay ScaleEntry Pay12₹78,800-2,09,200₹78,80011₹67,700-2,08,700₹67,70010₹56,100-1,77,500₹56,1008₹47,600-1,51,100₹47,6006₹35,400-1,12,400₹35,4004₹25,500-81,100₹25,500Contractual: Consolidated (e.g., Legal Officer ₹50,000-60,000; Trainees ₹15,000-35,000 + perks). Benefits: Medical, professional development, accommodation for some.
Selection Process
- Faculty: Screening on qualifications/publications/experience; shortlisting may raise criteria. Followed by seminars/interviews. Waitlist valid 1 year.
- Non-Faculty: Written/skill tests, interviews. Waitlist valid 1 year.
- Reservations/relaxations per GoI rules. Probation: 2 years for regular posts.
Important Dates
- Notification: December 31, 2025
- Application Start: December 31, 2025
- Last Date: January 20, 2026
How to Apply
- Visit www.iimbg.ac.in.
- Click “Careers.”
- Select Faculty or Non-Faculty link.
- Register, fill form, upload documents (CV, certificates, publications).
- Submit by deadline. Separate applications for multiple posts.
Check website for updates.
Why Join IIM Bodh Gaya?
With NIRF rankings, global collaborations, and a focus on holistic development, IIM Bodh Gaya offers a rewarding environment for career growth. Contribute to India’s management ecosystem in a serene, historic setting.
Apply for IIM Bodh Gaya Recruitment 2026 today!
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