IIM Ranchi Manager (Academics) Recruitment 2026 is open for 1 post on contract; apply online from 9 Nov 2026 to 30 Nov 2026, 5:00 PM. The post needs a Post Graduation with 55% marks and 8 years of supervisory experience in an academic institution. The maximum age is 50 years as on the last date of application.
Position title
Manager (Academics)
Description
The Indian Institute of Management Ranchi has invited online applications for one Manager (Academics) post on contract, advertised under Advt. No. IIMR/HR/Recruitment/2026/1030. Eligible Indian Nationals with a Post Graduation with 55% marks and at least 8 years of relevant supervisory experience in an academic institution can apply. The age limit is 50 years as on the last date of application. Candidates must apply online through the Institute website from 9 Nov 2026 to 5:00 PM on 30 Nov 2026. The initial contract is for 2 years with pay equivalent to Pay Level 10.
Responsibilities
Handle activities of Academic Programmes and other academic and non-academic assignments; supervise admissions and academic administration; liaise with Visiting/Guest faculty; prepare the Academic calendar and Area teaching plans; schedule classes, conduct exams and prepare grade sheets; maintain fellowship/contingency funds and arrange accommodation and mess facilities for programme participants.
Qualifications
Post Graduation or equivalent from a recognized university/institute with 55% marks or its equivalent, and minimum 8 years of relevant supervisory experience in an academic institution, preferably in a Business School or CFTI. Applicants should have experience in academic administration and government-related matters and a flair for serving an academic institution.
Job Benefits
Consolidated Pay equivalent to Pay Level 10 (Gross), paid every month; ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 per month
Contacts
Indian Institute of Management Ranchi, Prabandhan Nagar, Nayasarai Road, Ranchi - 835303, Jharkhand. Phone: 0651 228 0083 / 0113. Email: helpdesk@iimranchi.ac.in, hr@iimranchi.ac.in (general issues), system.admin@iimranchi.ac.in (technical issues)
Skills
Experience in academic administration and government-related matters, and a flair for serving an academic institution.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 5 Nov 2026 |
| Application Start | 9 Nov 2026 |
| Last Date (till 5:00 PM) | 30 Nov 2026 |
Age Limit
| Maximum Age (as on the last date of application) | 50 years |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Manager (Academics) |
| Department | Indian Institute of Management Ranchi |
| Total Vacancy | 1 |
| Post Name | No. Of Post |
|---|---|
| Manager (Academics) | 1 (UR) |
Eligibility / Qualification
Post Graduation or equivalent from a recognized university/institute with 55% marks or its equivalent, and minimum 8 years of relevant supervisory experience in an academic institution, preferably in a Business School or CFTI. Applicants should have experience in academic administration and government-related matters and a flair for serving an academic institution.
Mode Of Selection
- Applications are scrutinised and only shortlisted candidates are called for interview
- The Institute may hold a written test and/or interview, as required
- Final selection is based on the candidate's previous records and performance in the interview
Job Profile
Handling of activities of Academic Programmes and other academic and non-academic assignments. Supervising overall management and handling of activities related to admissions and academic administration of the Academic Programmes. Liaison with Visiting/Guest faculty with respect to programme and sessions. Preparation of the Academic calendar and Area teaching plans under the guidance of respective Programme Chairpersons, and interaction with the candidates/participants of different programmes. Scheduling of classes, conduct of exams and preparation of grade sheets. Maintaining fellowship/contingency funds and liaising for accommodation and mess facilities for the participants attending Programmes.
Remuneration
A Consolidated Salary equivalent to Pay Level 10 (Gross) will be paid every month during the term of the contract. The appointee will be entitled to Group Medical Insurance as per the Institute's policy. If a retired senior official from the Central/State Government, CFTIs, Public Sector Undertakings or Defence Forces is selected, his/her consolidated salary will be fixed as per Govt. of India guidelines.
Contract Period
The initial contract period for a selected candidate will be 2 (two) years. The contract may be extended for a further period of up to 2 (two) years on a 1+1 year basis, subject to performance review and requirement of the Institute. A contractual appointment does not create any right to a claim for future appointment in any contractual or regular position.
Post Details
| Name of Position | Mode of Recruitment | No. of Vacancy | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manager (Academics) | Contract | 01 (UR) | Consolidated Pay equivalent to Pay level 10 |
How to Apply
- Apply online through the Institute website https://www.iimranchi.ac.in/ (online link on the careers page https://iimranchi.ac.in/careers/) as per the prescribed procedure along with relevant documents
- Submit the online application between 9 Nov 2026 and 5:00 PM on 30 Nov 2026
- Enter a correct and active e-mail address in the online form, as the Institute will write to you by e-mail only
- After successful online submission, take a print out of the application form
- Submit the print out when called for document verification/interview
- Do not send a hard copy of the application to the Institute
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Points to Know Before Applying for Manager (Academics)
- Only eligible Indian Nationals can apply
- Candidates should have sound health and good moral character, and must not be involved in any criminal case or any offence or act involving moral turpitude
- Only relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree is counted; internships and traineeships are not counted as work experience
- The experience requirement is relaxable at the discretion of the Institute
- Reputed private organization means a private company/firm/organization with minimum annual turnover of Rs. 100 crores for the last 5 years, or a firm/company with minimum 100 employees on its roll
- All educational, category, experience and salary certificates must be ready at the time of application; no additional time is given to produce them
- Salary certificates or pay slips with proof of salary credit in the account are needed for the entire period of claimed work experience
- Experience certificate must be on the organization's letter head with date of issue, period of work (DD/MM/YYYY), nature of duties, name, designation, pay particulars, and signature and seal of the Administrative Authority/Owner
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD/Ex-Servicemen candidates must produce the category certificate in the GOI format at the time of interview
- Candidates working in Government/Public Sector Establishments/Autonomous Institutions need a No Objection Certificate if called for interview
- Incomplete forms, or forms without the required certificates or the latest photograph, are liable to be rejected without intimation
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; meeting the requirements alone does not guarantee an interview call, and no TA/DA is paid for the interview
- The number of posts is tentative; the Institute may fill or not fill the post, reject any candidature at any stage, or withdraw the advertisement without giving a reason
- Fake documents or false information lead to cancellation of candidature, or termination of service if found later; canvassing in any form leads to disqualification
- Any corrigendum or addendum will be published only on the Institute website, so check it regularly
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for IIM Ranchi Manager (Academics)?
The last date for online applications is 30 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Applications opened on 9 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in IIM Ranchi Manager (Academics) Recruitment 2026?
There is 1 vacancy, in the UR category. The notice says the number of posts is tentative.
What is the qualification for IIM Ranchi Manager (Academics)?
Post Graduation or equivalent from a recognized university/institute with 55% marks or its equivalent, plus minimum 8 years of relevant supervisory experience in an academic institution, preferably in a Business School or CFTI.
What is the age limit for IIM Ranchi Manager (Academics)?
Not exceeding 50 years as on the last date of application. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen is as per Government of India rules.
What is the salary of IIM Ranchi Manager (Academics)?
Consolidated Pay equivalent to Pay Level 10 (Gross), paid every month during the contract. Group Medical Insurance is given as per the Institute's policy.
Is the IIM Ranchi Manager (Academics) post permanent?
No, it is a contractual post. The initial contract is 2 years and may be extended for up to 2 more years on a 1+1 year basis, subject to performance review and requirement of the Institute.