IIGM Recruitment 2026 Out for 8 Teaching and Non-Teaching Posts, Apply Online by 10 November
The Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG), Navi Mumbai, has released the IIGM Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 06/IIG/HRD/2026, dated 16 October 2026). It covers 8 teaching and non-teaching posts: three Assistant Professor posts, and Junior Superintendent, Stenographer Grade-I, Technical Assistant (Electronics), Technical Assistant (Library) and Senior Administrative Assistant. IIG is an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. It works on geomagnetism, space weather and allied geophysical sciences.
Pay ranges from Level 4 (₹25,500) for Senior Administrative Assistant to Level 11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700) for Assistant Professor Grade-I. Four of the eight posts are reserved only for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Candidates must apply online on the IIG Samarth portal by 10 November 2026 (5:00 PM) and send the hard copy by speed post to reach by 16 November 2026. Selected candidates can be posted at IIG observatories and regional centres anywhere in India. For other central research institute jobs, see our NIPGR Junior Assistant Recruitment 2026 and ARCI Recruitment 2026 articles. This article covers the IIGM vacancy, post-wise eligibility, age limit, salary, fee, selection and how to apply, all taken from the official advertisement.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment: IIGM (Indian Institute of Geomagnetism) Recruitment 2026
➤ Advertisement No.: 06/IIG/HRD/2026, dated 16.10.2026
➤ Total posts: 8 (3 academic + 5 administrative/technical)
➤ Posts: Assistant Professor Gr-I & Gr-II, Junior Superintendent, Stenographer Gr-I, Technical Assistant, Senior Administrative Assistant
➤ Pay: Level 4 to Level 11 (₹25,500 – ₹2,08,700)
➤ Qualification: Graduate / B.Tech / Diploma / Master's / PhD (post-wise)
➤ Fee: ₹700 – ₹1,200 (post and category-wise)
➤ Apply online: 16 October to 10 November 2026 (5:00 PM)
➤ Hard copy last date: 16 November 2026 (5:00 PM)
➤ Job location: Navi Mumbai HQ / observatories anywhere in India
➤ Official website: iigm.res.in
Table of Contents
- Important Dates
- IIGM Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Post-wise Vacancy and Pay
- Assistant Professor Eligibility
- Non-Teaching Post Eligibility
- Application Fee
- Selection Process
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
IIGM Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The IIGM Recruitment 2026 online application opened on 16 October 2026. The last date to apply online is 10 November 2026, and the hard copy must reach the institute by 16 November 2026. The important dates are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 16 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 16 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 10 November 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
| Last date for hard copy (by speed post) | 16 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Crucial date for eligibility | 10 November 2026 (closing date) |
| Written test / skill test / interview | To be informed by email |
IIGM Recruitment 2026 Overview
The IIGM Recruitment 2026 includes academic posts in Geology and Geophysics, and administrative and technical posts for graduates and diploma holders. The key details of the IIGM teaching and non-teaching recruitment are given below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG), Navi Mumbai |
| Parent department | Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India |
| Advertisement No. | 06/IIG/HRD/2026 |
| Total posts | 8 |
| Teaching posts | 3 (Assistant Professor Grade-I and Grade-II) |
| Non-teaching posts | 5 |
| Pay levels | Level 4 to Level 11 (7th CPC) |
| Application mode | Online (Samarth portal) + hard copy by speed post |
| Job location | Navi Mumbai HQ, observatories and regional centres across India |
| Official website | iigm.res.in |
IIGM Vacancy and Pay 2026
There are 8 IIGM vacancies in 2026, one post each. Six are UR, one SC and one OBC. Four posts (103, 104, 107 and 108) are reserved only for PwBD candidates with the disability category shown. The post-wise IIGM vacancy, pay level and age limit are given below.
| Post code | Post | Category | Pay level (pay range) | Age limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APG1-101 | Assistant Professor Grade-I (Geology) | UR | Level 11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700) | 40 years |
| APG2-102 | Assistant Professor Grade-II (Geology) | UR | Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) | 35 years |
| APG2-103 | Assistant Professor Grade-II (Geophysics) | UR – PwBD (HH) | Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) | 35 years |
| JS-104 | Junior Superintendent | UR – PwBD (OH) | Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) | 32 years |
| STG1-105 | Stenographer Grade-I (Deputation) | UR | Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) | 56 years |
| TA-106 | Technical Assistant (Electronics) | UR | Level 5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300) | 27 years |
| TA-107 | Technical Assistant (Library) | SC – PwBD (HH) | Level 5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300) | 27 years |
| SAA-108 | Senior Administrative Assistant | OBC – PwBD (HH) | Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) | 27 years |
| Total | 8 posts (UR 6, SC 1, OBC 1) | |||
- HH = Hard of Hearing; OH = Orthopedically Handicapped (one arm, one leg, both arms/legs, cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, muscular dystrophy).
- PwBD posts will be filled only from candidates with the disability category shown, with at least 40% benchmark disability.
- Recruitment for Post Code 102 is subject to a writ petition pending before the High Court.
- Stenographer Grade-I (105) is filled on deputation for 3 years.
IIGM Assistant Professor Eligibility 2026
The IIGM Assistant Professor posts need a Master's degree in Geology or Geophysics with 60% marks. Grade-I also needs a PhD and SCI publications, while Grade-II needs 3 years of research experience after the Master's. The post-wise eligibility is given below.
| Post | Essential qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade-I (Geology) | Master's in Geology with 60% marks; PhD in Geology; at least 2 publications in SCI-indexed journals, with at least 1 as first author | 2 years of post-doctoral experience; high-impact research in geomagnetism and allied fields |
| Assistant Professor Grade-II (Geology) | Master's in Geology with 60% marks; 3 years of research experience after the Master's in a government, semi-government or recognised institution of national standing | PhD in Geology |
| Assistant Professor Grade-II (Geophysics) | Master's in Geophysics with 60% marks; 3 years of research experience after the Master's | PhD in Geophysics |
IIGM Non-Teaching Post Eligibility 2026
The IIGM non-teaching posts are open to graduates, B.Tech holders and diploma holders, depending on the post. Some posts need office experience, and Senior Administrative Assistant needs a typing speed. The post-wise eligibility is given below.
| Post | Essential qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Superintendent | Graduate degree; at least 4 years of administration experience in a Central/State Govt., PSU, autonomous body or university office | Knowledge of administration, establishment, accounts, purchase and stores or legal work; MS Office |
| Stenographer Grade-I (Deputation) | Stenographer in a Central/State Govt., PSU, autonomous body or university, holding an analogous post on a regular basis, or with 10 years' regular service at Pay Level 4 | Certificate in Private Secretary / Executive Assistant / PA / Secretarial Practice, or ITI in Secretarial Assistant |
| Technical Assistant (Electronics) | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, or B.Sc. in Electronics with 55% marks, or a 3-year AICTE-approved diploma in Electronics (after Class 12) with 60% marks | Experience in maintaining electronics labs |
| Technical Assistant (Library) | Bachelor's degree in Library Science (B.Lib.) / Information Science / Documentation Science with 55% marks | Experience with library software, automation and computers |
| Senior Administrative Assistant | Graduate degree; typing at 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer; 2 years of administrative experience in a government, PSU, autonomous body, university or reputed organisation | MS Office; accounting software such as Tally |
IIGM age relaxation
Age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates is as per Government of India norms. Reserved category candidates applying for UR posts will not get age relaxation. OBC (NCL) certificates must be valid for 2026-27. The cut-off date for eligibility is the online closing date, 10 November 2026.
IIGM Application Fee 2026
The IIGM application fee depends on the post and the category. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates pay a lower fee. The fee is paid online on the application portal and is non-refundable. The fee details are given below.
| Post | UR / OBC / EWS / others | Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Grade-I and Grade-II | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 |
| Junior Superintendent, Stenographer Gr-I, Technical Assistant, Senior Administrative Assistant | ₹900 | ₹700 |
IIGM Selection Process 2026
The IIGM selection process will be decided by the institute. It may include a screening test, written test, skill test, trade test and/or interview. A shortlisting committee may set extra criteria based on academic performance or experience. The IIGM selection steps are summarised below.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Scrutiny and shortlisting | Based on eligibility; extra criteria may be applied |
| 2. Test / interview | Screening test, written test, skill test and/or interview, as decided by the competent authority |
| 3. Document verification | Original certificates; NOC and vigilance clearance for employed candidates |
| 4. Medical fitness | As required by the institute |
Shortlisted candidates will be informed only by email. No TA will be paid for attending the test or interview.
How to Apply for IIGM Recruitment 2026
The IIGM application is online through the Samarth recruitment portal, followed by a hard copy by speed post. Follow these steps:
- Go to the IIG recruitment portal, iigmnt.samarth.edu.in, and click "Register".
- Log in with the user ID and password sent to your email.
- On the dashboard, click "Apply" next to the post you want.
- Fill in the form and upload your documents (PDF, up to 2 MB each) and a colour photograph (up to 200 KB, 720 x 960 pixels).
- Pay the application fee online and submit before 10 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Print the application and attach self-attested copies of all documents.
- Send it by speed post, with the envelope marked "Application for the post of ______", to: Registrar, Indian Institute of Geomagnetism, Plot No. 5, Sector 18, Kalamboli Highway, New Panvel, Navi Mumbai – 410 218, to reach by 16 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
For help, email iig.recruitment@iigm.res.in or call 022-27484062 on working days (10:30 AM–1:30 PM and 2:00 PM–5:30 PM).
IIGM Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many posts are there in IIGM Recruitment 2026?
There are 8 posts: 3 Assistant Professor posts and 5 administrative/technical posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for IIGM Recruitment 2026?
Apply online by 10 November 2026 (5:00 PM). The hard copy must reach by 16 November 2026.
Q3. What is the salary for IIGM Assistant Professor Grade-I?
Pay Level 11, ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700.
Q4. Which IIGM posts are reserved for PwBD candidates?
Assistant Professor Grade-II (Geophysics), Junior Superintendent, Technical Assistant (Library) and Senior Administrative Assistant.
Q5. Can diploma holders apply for IIGM Technical Assistant (Electronics)?
Yes. A 3-year AICTE-approved diploma in Electronics (after Class 12) with 60% marks is accepted. The age limit is 27 years.
Q6. What is the IIGM application fee?
₹1,200 / ₹1,000 for Assistant Professor posts and ₹900 / ₹700 for the other posts, depending on category.
Q7. Where will selected candidates be posted?
At IIG Headquarters in Navi Mumbai or its observatories, regional centres and facilities anywhere in India.
IIGM Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| IIGM Recruitment 2026 Advertisement (06/IIG/HRD/2026) | Download PDF |
| Apply Online (Samarth Portal) | Click Here |
| IIGM Careers Page | iigm.res.in |
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