IIG Navi Mumbai Recruitment 2026: 8 Posts

The Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG), Navi Mumbai, an autonomous body under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, has invited applications under Advertisement No. 06/IIG/HRD/2026. The recruitment is for teaching and non-teaching positions, including Assistant Professor, Junior Superintendent, Stenographer, Technical Assistant and Senior Administrative Assistant; candidates who meet the requirements for a particular post can apply.

There are 8 vacancies, and online applications are being accepted from 16 October to 10 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM IST. Applicants must also print, sign and send the application with supporting documents so that it reaches IIG by 16 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applications are submitted through the recruitment portal, with selection involving scrutiny and shortlisting followed by a written test, skill test and/or interview, as applicable.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

IIG has announced eight positions across five job titles. The vacancy table below retains the post codes, pay levels, reservation categories and PwBD reservation details given in the notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Applicants must meet the qualification and experience requirements for the specific post. The notification lists the following essential criteria:

Applicants must be citizens of India. Experience must be full-time; part-time, daily-wage and visiting or guest faculty work will not count. Government, semi-government and autonomous-body employees must apply through the proper channel or provide a No Objection Certificate at the written test or interview stage. Candidates may apply separately for each post for which they meet the criteria.

Age Limit

The upper age limits are calculated as of the closing date for online applications. The maximum age is 40 years for Assistant Professor Grade-I, 35 years for Assistant Professor Grade-II, 32 years for Junior Superintendent, 56 years for Stenographer Grade-I on deputation, and 27 years for each Technical Assistant post and Senior Administrative Assistant.

Age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates is available under Government of India norms. A candidate seeking PwBD reservation must have a benchmark disability of at least 40%.

Application Fee

The fee depends on the post group and category. Payment must be made online; the fee is non-refundable, and any applicable service charges are payable by the applicant.

Assistant Professor Grade-I and Grade-II:

Junior Superintendent, Stenographer Grade-I, Technical Assistant and Senior Administrative Assistant:

How to Apply

Complete the online form through the IIG recruitment portal and send a signed hardcopy by Speed Post. The application portal is available at iigmnt.samarth.edu.in; recruitment information is also available on the IIG vacancies page.

1. Visit the IIG vacancies page or open the IIG Recruitment Portal and select the registration option.
2. Register and sign in using the user ID and password sent to your email address.
3. Choose the post you are applying for from the dashboard and select “Apply”. Submit a separate application for each post if applying to more than one.
4. Complete the application form with the required information and upload a recent colour photograph, signature and supporting documents. The photograph must not exceed 200 KB; uploaded documents should be in PDF format and no larger than 2 MB each.
5. Pay the applicable fee online, then check the information entered before submitting the form.
6. Print the submitted application and sign it. Include self-attested copies of relevant documents, such as educational certificates and mark sheets, date-of-birth proof, category certificate, full-time experience certificates, an NOC where applicable, and proof of fee payment.
7. Send the application package by Speed Post to: The Registrar, Indian Institute of Geomagnetism, Plot No. 5, Sector 18, Kalamboli Highway, New Panvel, Navi Mumbai – 410 218. Superscribe the envelope with “Application for the post of [post name]”.
8. Ensure the hardcopy reaches IIG by 16 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applications received after the deadline will not be entertained.

For the complete terms, consult the detailed recruitment notification. The notification lists iig.recruitment@iigm.res.in as the helpdesk email.

Salary & Pay Scale

Pay is set by post according to the 7th Central Pay Commission levels. The listed ranges are monthly pay scales; appointments are also subject to the Institute’s applicable service rules and benefits, including allowances, leave, gratuity, NPS and LTC.

Selection Process

IIG will scrutinise applications against the eligibility requirements and may use additional shortlisting criteria based on academic performance and/or years of experience. Shortlisted candidates may be required to take a written test, a skill test and/or an interview, depending on the post. Final appointment is subject to verification of original documents and medical fitness. Meeting the stated eligibility conditions does not guarantee an invitation to a test or interview, and no travel or daily allowance will be paid for attending the selection process.

Eligible candidates should complete the online application by 10 November 2026 and allow enough time for the signed hardcopy and supporting documents to reach IIG by 16 November 2026.