Job Opportunity Posted 13 days ago Updated 28 Sep 2026

Principal

Job Description

Nalanda Institute of Technology is a NAAC A+ accredited, innovation-driven institution with modern Centers of Excellence and a nationally recognized incubation ecosystem.


Applications are invited from accomplished academic leaders for the position of Principal to lead approximately 5,000 students and strengthen academics, research, sponsored projects, industry collaboration, student employability, accreditation, NIRF performance, and institutional governance.


Essential Qualifications & Experience

• B.Tech./B.E. from an IIT, NIT, reputed Government Engineering College or recognized university

• Ph.D. in Engineering/Technology

• Minimum 20 peer-reviewed publications, preferably indexed in Scopus/Web of Science

• Senior-level experience as Professor, HOD, Dean, Principal, or equivalent

• Must have secured at least one sponsored research project of ₹50 lakh or more as Principal Investigator (PI) from AICTE, UGC, ANRF/SERB, DST, DBT, MeitY, MoE, CSIR, DRDO, ISRO, a PSU, industry, or any other recognized funding organization

• Proven experience in academic administration, research leadership, accreditation, regulatory compliance, and management of large faculty and student teams

• Must fulfill applicable AICTE, UGC, BPUT and State Government norms


Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha


Compensation: Attractive and commensurate with qualifications, experience, and leadership capabilities

Interested candidates may send their detailed CV to info@thenalanda.com.


Website: www.thenalanda.com

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