IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Software/ System/ Network Engineer Posts

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) Software/System/Network Engineer Notification 2026 was released on 18 August 2026 on the official website iitkgp.ac.in. A total of 7 vacancies have been announced through the IIT Kharagpur Software/System/Network Engineer Recruitment 2026 for Software/System/Network Engineer and Senior Software/System/Network Engineer (various grades) posts.

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria prescribed under Government of India norms and possess a first-class B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc./MCA or M.E./M.Tech/M.S. degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or an equivalent discipline along with the required work experience are eligible to apply for these vacancies. The online application process for IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 has started and will remain open until 17 September 2026.

Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided in this article.

IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 – Overview

IIT Kharagpur Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates who are interested in applying for the IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.

Download IIT Kharagpur Job 2026 Notification PDF

IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

• Senior Software/System/Network Engineer (Grade-I): First class ME/M.Tech/M.S. degree or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology or equivalent from a recognized University/Institute of repute and at least 6 years’ of relevant experience in the relevant areas out of which 2 years in the Grade Pay of ‘6600/- or equivalent level OR First class B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc degree or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology or MCA or equivalent from a recognized University/Institute of repute and at least 8 years’ of relevant experience in the relevant areas out of which 2 years in the Grade Pay of ‘6600/- or equivalent level.
• Senior Software/System/Network Engineer (Grade-II): First class BE/B.Tech/M.Sc. degree or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology or equivalent or MCA from a recognised University/Institute of repute and at least 5 years’ relevant experience out of which 3 years in Level 10 of Pay Matrix ‘56100-177500/- (Pre-revised : PB-3, GP of ‘5400/-) or equivalent level.
• Software/System/Network Engineer: First class B.E. /B. Tech /MSc. Degree or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering or Information Technology or equivalent or MCA from a recognised University/Institute of repute and at least 2 years of relevant experience.

IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 – Salary

• Senior Software/System/Network Engineer (Grade-I): Level 12 of Pay Matrix ‘78800-209200/-
• Senior Software/System/Network Engineer (Grade-II): Level 11 of Pay Matrix ‘67700-208700/-
• Software/System/Network Engineer: Level 10 of Pay Matrix ‘56100-177500/-

IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

• Screening Test
• Written Test
• Presentation
• Group Discussion
• Personal Interview
• Document Verification

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the IIT Kharagpur Various Posts Recruitment 2026.

• Applications must be submitted online on or before 17-09-2026.
• To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
• Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of IIT Kharagpur to complete the application.
• Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
• Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
• Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
• Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 – Important Links