Indian Institute of Management Ranchi (IIM Ranchi) invites applications for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor positions in Legal Studies & Responsible Business (Business Law) under Regular Recruitment and a Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) for SC/ST/NC-OBC/EWS/PWD candidates. Eligible candidates can apply online by 2 December 2026 (5:00 PM).
About IIM Ranchi
The Indian Institute of Management Ranchi (IIM Ranchi) is a public management institution located in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Established on 15 December 2009, it is the ninth Indian Institute of Management in India and an Institute of National Importance under the Indian Institutes of Management Act, 2017. The institute functions under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral and executive programmes in management education.
About the Recruitment
IIM Ranchi has issued two advertisements for faculty recruitment in Legal Studies & Responsible Business (Business Law):
- Regular Recruitment: Open to eligible candidates across categories. Advertisement No. ADVT/IIMR/IPC-FR/ALL/2026/NOV.
- Special Recruitment Drive (SRD): Specifically for candidates belonging to SC, ST, NC-OBC, EWS and PWD categories. Advertisement No. ADVT/IIMR/IPC-FR/SRD/2026/NOV.
Both advertisements prescribe the same educational qualifications, experience requirements, pay scales and application deadline.
Faculty Positions
The following faculty positions are advertised under the Legal Studies & Responsible Business (Business Law) specialisation:
- Assistant Professor (Grade II) – On Contract
- Assistant Professor (Grade I)
- Associate Professor
- Professor
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
- Candidates should possess a strong academic background and an understanding of current developments in their field of expertise.
- Candidates must have a good publication record in ABDC/ABS journals.
- Candidates must have made the final submission of their Ph.D. thesis for external review as on the last date of application.
- Qualifications must be obtained from a UGC-recognised University/Deemed University or AICTE-approved autonomous institution, wherever applicable. Courses offered by autonomous institutions should be equivalent to the relevant courses approved/recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
For designation-wise shortlisting criteria, candidates may refer to Ministry of Human Resource Development Circular F.No. 23-1/2008-TS.II dated 18 August 2009, 16 September 2009 and 22 September 2009.
Work Experience
- Assistant Professor (Grade II): No prior experience required.
- Assistant Professor (Grade I): A total of 3 years of experience in research, teaching or industry.
- Associate Professor: 6 years of experience, of which at least 3 years should be at the Assistant Professor level at equivalent peer institutions.
- Professor: 10 years of experience, of which at least 4 years should be at the Associate Professor level at IIMs/IITs/IISc/NITIE/IISERs or other equivalent peer institutions.
Research, teaching or industry experience must be relevant to the advertised specialisation. Relaxation in qualifications and experience may be considered for exceptionally bright candidates.
Nature of Work
Selected faculty members will be expected to:
- Teach across various academic programmes offered by the Institute.
- Publish high-quality research papers in leading academic journals.
- Contribute to academic administration and institutional development.
- Conduct training programmes and undertake consultancy work.
Salary
The pay scales under the 7th Central Pay Commission are as follows:
- Professor: ₹1,59,100 – ₹2,20,200, with entry pay of ₹1,59,100.
- Associate Professor: ₹1,39,600 – ₹2,11,300, with entry pay of ₹1,39,600.
- Assistant Professor (Grade I): ₹1,01,500 – ₹1,67,400, with entry pay of ₹1,01,500.
- Assistant Professor (Grade II): ₹70,900 minimum basic pay.
Additional benefits include LTC, medical reimbursement, EPF/NPS contributions, faculty development allowance and financial support for national and international conferences, as per Institute norms. Faculty members may undertake industry consultancy with income sharing under Institute rules. Additional compensation for teaching/training may also be provided, subject to fulfilment of the minimum work norms.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting will be based on academic credentials, relevant qualifications, experience and criteria determined by the Institute.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for a seminar/interview, wherever applicable.
- Merely fulfilling the minimum qualifications and experience requirements does not guarantee a call for the selection process.
- Candidates may be considered for a lower position if found suitable.
- Depending on academic credentials, candidates may be considered for contractual appointments of one, two or three years.
Reservation Policy
Reservation will apply in accordance with Government of India rules. Applicants claiming reservation benefits must submit the necessary category certificates in the prescribed Central Government employment format at the time of seminar/interview.
For NC-OBC and EWS candidates, certificates must be valid for the current financial year. Applications without valid caste/category certificates may be summarily rejected.
Candidates applying under the Special Recruitment Drive must belong to one of the eligible categories specified in the SRD advertisement.
How to Apply?
- Visit the official IIM Ranchi careers portal.
- Select the relevant recruitment advertisement based on the applicable recruitment category.
- Regular Recruitment Advertisement No.: ADVT/IIMR/IPC-FR/ALL/2026/NOV
- Special Recruitment Drive Advertisement No.: ADVT/IIMR/IPC-FR/SRD/2026/NOV
- Complete the online application form in the prescribed format and provide accurate information.
- Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
- Candidates employed in Central/State Government departments, Public Sector Undertakings or autonomous organisations must apply through the proper channel. If called for a seminar/interview, they must furnish a No Objection Certificate from their current employer.
- Submit the application before 2 December 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Application Link: [Click Here to Apply]
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply (Both Advertisements): 2 December 2026
- Application Deadline Time: 5:00 PM
Contact
For technical difficulties or queries relating to the online application form, candidates may contact:
Official Notifications
Candidates are advised to read the official detailed advertisements carefully before applying.
Both recruitment advertisements are available through the [IIM Ranchi Careers Portal].