The Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai (IIT Bhilai) has released the official notification for Training Placement Officer (TPO) Recruitment 2026, inviting applications from experienced professionals for a key placement leadership role. IIT Bhilai is one of India’s Institutes of National Importance established by the Government of India and focuses on research-led teaching, innovation, and student career development. To strengthen its career services division, the institute is recruiting one Training Placement Officer for managing placement activities and industry engagement.
Job Overview
The Training Placement Officer post at IIT Bhilai in 2026 is a regular appointment to lead and coordinate the institute’s placement processes. The selected candidate will work with the Centre for Career Planning and Services (CCPS) to improve campus recruitment, build corporate relationships, and drive internship and placement strategies for students from all academic departments.
Vacancy and Salary
- Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai
- Post Name: Training Placement Officer
- Total Vacancies: 01
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) as per 7th CPC
- Age Limit: Not more than 40 years (as per notification guidelines)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Training Placement Officer position, candidates must meet the educational and experience criteria outlined below:
Educational Qualification
- A two-year postgraduate degree in Management or equivalent from a recognized university.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or Technology (minimum three years) from a recognized university with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA in the undergraduate degree.
Experience
- Minimum six years of relevant work experience after the postgraduate degree.
- Out of this, at least one year should be in a post with Pay Level 8 or equivalent in executive roles.
- Experience must include campus placement coordination, industry recruitment drives, talent engagement, training and skill development, or manpower development in reputed institutes, universities, or corporate settings.
Desirable Skills
- Experience in placement or training functions at institutes of national importance such as IITs, IIMs, IISERs, NITs, or other central institutions.
- Excellent communication skills and proficiency in computer applications like MS Office, Excel, and presentation tools.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Training Placement Officer includes:
- Written Test: Candidates who apply will first have to appear for a written examination or internal screening test (dates to be notified).
- Interview/Proficiency Test: Shortlisted candidates from the written test will be called for an interview and skill assessment.
- Final Merit List: Based on the combined performance in the written test and interview.
Application Fee
Candidates applying for this recruitment are required to pay an application fee:
- General Category: ₹1000 (inclusive of GST)
- OBC Category: ₹500 (inclusive of GST)
- SC / ST / PwD / Women Candidates: Exempted from application fee
Mode of payment is online through the institute’s Samarth Recruitment Portal.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official Samarth recruitment portal hosted by IIT Bhilai:
- Visit the official website: www.iitbhilai.ac.in.
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Careers section.
- Register with a valid email ID and password.
- Fill in all required personal and professional details in the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of certificates, mark sheets, experience proofs, and passport-size photograph.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the application and take a printout of the form for future reference.
Application Schedule
- Notification Release: 29 January 2026 (approx.)
- Online Application Start: 06 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 27 February 2026 (by 05:00 PM)
Dates are as per the official recruitment notification released on the institute portal.
Job Responsibilities
The Training Placement Officer will be responsible for:
- Planning and executing effective placement strategies.
- Coordinating with recruiters, industry partners, and corporate stakeholders.
- Organizing career development workshops and training sessions.
- Managing internship drives and corporate communication campaigns.
- Reporting placement statistics and improving student employability metrics.
Important Notes
- Candidates must read the official recruitment notification PDF before applying to confirm eligibility details, job responsibilities, and any updates.
- Ensure all documents are self-attested before uploading during the application process.