Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) invites applications from eligible candidates for the engagement of Assistant Professor and Academic-cum-Teaching Associate on a temporary/contractual basis at its various campuses across India. A total of multiple positions are available across various disciplines including Media Business Studies, Strategic Communication, New Media, Health Communication, Journalism, Advertising & Public Relations, and more. Interested candidates can apply via email and send hard copies on or before 30 June 2026.

IIMC Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Organization	Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC)
Recruitment Type	Contractual/Temporary
Positions	Assistant Professor, Academic-cum-Teaching Associate
Total Vacancies	Multiple (Subject to requirement)
Application Mode	Email + Hard Copy
Job Locations	New Delhi, Dhenkanal, Kottayam, Amravati, Aizawl, Jammu
Category	Central Government Institute Jobs
Application Deadline	30 June 2026 (5:00 PM)
Official Website	www.iimc.gov.in

IIMC Recruitment 2026– Age Limit

Position	Age Limit
Assistant Professor	Preferably less than 55 years
Academic-cum-Teaching Associate	Preferably less than 40 years

IIMC Recruitment 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start Date	As per notification
Last Date to Apply	30 June 2026 (5:00 PM)
Interview Date	To be notified later

IIMC Recruitment 2026– Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	₹500/- (Non-Refundable)

Payment Mode:

• Demand Draft in favour of “Indian Institute of Mass Communication” payable at New Delhi
• Online Transfer: Bank Account Holder: Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) | Bank: SBI | A/C No: 40321700410 | IFSC: SBIN0001076 | Branch: R.K. Puram, New Delhi

IIMC Recruitment 2026– Eligibility

Educational Qualification – Assistant Professor

Requirement	Details
Essential Qualification	Master’s Degree in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade) from an Indian University or equivalent from an accredited Foreign University
NET/SLET/SET	Must have cleared UGC NET/CSIR/SLET/SET OR Ph.D. exempting from NET as per UGC regulations
Ph.D. Exemption	Ph.D. candidates registered prior to 11 July 2009 with published papers and viva voce
Foreign Ph.D.	Ph.D. from top 500 World University Ranking (QS/THE/ARWU)

Experience Required – Assistant Professor

Requirement	Details
Essential Experience	Minimum 3 years of teaching/industry experience in the relevant field
Preferred Specializations	Media Management, Strategic Communication, Digital Media, Health Communication, Public Policy, Corporate Communication, Journalism

IIMC Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details

1. Assistant Professor – Multiple Positions

Programme/Course	Specialization/Requirements
MA Media Business Studies	Media Management, Business Analytics, Financial Accounting, Media Economics, IPR, Consumer Behavior, Cyber Security, Entrepreneurship
MA Strategic Communication	Strategic Communication, Defence Studies, Political Science, Foreign Policy, International Relations, Data Journalism, Digital Media
MA New Media Communication	Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Content Management Systems, Multimedia, HTML, Joomla, AR, VR, Online Journalism, Social Media, Digital Marketing
MA Health Communication	Health Communication, Health Journalism, Health Informatics, Healthcare Management, Public Health
MA Media & Communication Governance	Public Policy, Government/Regulatory Bodies, Law Firms, Media Organizations, International Organizations, NGOs
MA Corporate Communication & Brand Management	Corporate Communication, Advertising, Brand Management, CSR/ESG/Sustainability, Digital Marketing
PG Diploma Journalism (English)	English Journalism, Teaching Experience, Language Proficiency
PG Diploma Journalism (Hindi)	Hindi Journalism, Teaching Experience, Language Proficiency
PG Diploma Journalism (Odia)	Odia Journalism, Teaching Experience, Language Proficiency
PG Diploma Journalism (Marathi)	Marathi Journalism, Teaching Experience, Language Proficiency
PG Diploma Radio & Television	Radio/TV Journalism, Teaching Experience, English/Hindi Proficiency
PG Diploma Advertising & Public Relations	Advertising/PR Agency, Media Buying, TAM, IRS, Teaching Experience

2. Academic-cum-Teaching Associate – Multiple Positions

Requirement	Details
Educational Qualification	Master’s Degree in relevant discipline (55% marks) OR Graduate (55%) + PG Diploma in Mass Media/Journalism/Digital Media
Experience	Minimum 1 year teaching/industry experience in reputed Media Organization
Preference	NET/Ph.D. candidates preferred
Age	Preferably less than 40 years

IIMC Recruitment 2026– Salary Details

Position	Monthly Remuneration
Assistant Professor	₹57,700/- (Consolidated)
Academic-cum-Teaching Associate	₹40,000/- (Consolidated)

IIMC Recruitment 2026– How To Apply

Follow These Steps:

Step 1: Prepare Application

• Fill in the prescribed application form.
• Attach your CV/Resume.

Step 2: Pay Application Fee

• Pay ₹500/- via Demand Draft OR Online Transfer.
• Demand Draft: In favour of “Indian Institute of Mass Communication” payable at New Delhi.
• Online Transfer: Bank details provided above.

Step 3: Email Application

• Send the application form and CV to: iimcrecruitmentcell@gmail.com

Step 4: Send Hard Copy

• Send the complete application along with all enclosures and fee proof to:

Deputy Registrar
Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC)
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, JNU New Campus
New Delhi – 110067

• The application must reach on or before 30 June 2026 (5:00 PM).

IIMC Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links

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IIMC Recruitment 2026– Selection Process

The selection process will include:

• Application Screening
• Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience
• Interview (Online/Offline – details to be shared later)
• Performance Assessment

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.

IIMC Recruitment 2026– Job Locations

Candidates can apply for the following IIMC Campuses:

• New Delhi
• Dhenkanal (Odisha)
• Kottayam (Kerala)
• Amravati (Maharashtra)
• Aizawl (Mizoram)
• Jammu (Jammu & Kashmir)

IIMC Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

1. Candidates must indicate the IIMC Campus (New Delhi, Dhenkanal, Kottayam, Amravati, Aizawl, Jammu) for which they are applying.
2. For multiple campuses, state all campuses for consideration.
3. For multiple positions (e.g., PG Diploma English and Hindi), state clearly in the application form.
4. Incomplete applications or applications without fee shall be rejected.
5. Fees once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances.
6. The Institute reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of engagements.
7. Engagement is purely temporary and contractual and does not confer any right to claim regularization.
8. Biometric attendance shall be compulsory.
9. Reservation will be as per Government of India norms for contractual/temporary positions.

IIMC Recruitment 2026– Documents Required

• Filled Application Form
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Educational Certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation, Master’s, Ph.D.)
• Mark Sheets of all semesters/years
• NET/SLET/SET Certificate (if applicable)
• Experience Certificates (teaching/industry)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Proof of Application Fee Payment (DD or Online Transaction Copy)
• Identity Proof (Aadhar, Voter ID, etc.)

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IIMC Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for IIMC Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply is 30 June 2026 (5:00 PM).

Q2. How many vacancies are available?

Multiple vacancies across various positions and campuses.

Q3. What is the application fee?

The application fee is ₹500/- (non-refundable).

Q4. What is the salary for Assistant Professor?

The consolidated monthly remuneration is ₹57,700/-.

Q5. What is the salary for Academic Associate?

The consolidated monthly remuneration is ₹40,000/-.

Q6. What is the age limit?

• Assistant Professor: Preferably less than 55 years
• Academic Associate: Preferably less than 40 years

Q7. What are the job locations?

New Delhi, Dhenkanal, Kottayam, Amravati, Aizawl, and Jammu.

Q8. Is the appointment permanent?

No, the engagement is purely on a temporary/contractual basis and does not confer any right to regularization.

Q9. How to apply?

Candidates must email their application to iimcrecruitmentcell@gmail.com and send a hard copy to the Deputy Registrar, IIMC.

Q10. What is the qualification for Assistant Professor?

Master’s Degree in relevant discipline with 55% marks and NET/SLET/SET/Ph.D. exemption.

Q11. What experience is required?

• Assistant Professor: Minimum 3 years teaching/industry experience
• Academic Associate: Minimum 1 year teaching/industry experience

Q12. Will the interview be online or offline?

The interview will be held online/offline; details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.