IPR Chair Professor at NLU Delhi [Salary Rs 1.5L]: Apply by Nov 25

National Law University Delhi invites online applications for one full-time contractual position of IPR Chair Professor under the DPIIT IPR Chair, offering a monthly remuneration of INR 1,50,000.

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1. About National Law University Delhi

2. About the Job

3. Eligibility

4. Remuneration

5. Duration

6. Location

7. Selection Process

8. Important Guidelines

9. Application Fee

10. Last Date to Apply

11. Application Procedure

12. Contact Information

About National Law University Delhi

The National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi), under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, invites expressions of interest for the contractual position of IPR Chair Professor.

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The position is established under the DPIIT IPR Chair as part of the Scheme for Pedagogy and Research in IPRs for Holistic Education and Academia (SPRIHA).

About the Job

NLU Delhi is inviting applications for the position of IPR Chair Professor to promote teaching, research, and capacity-building in Intellectual Property (IP) at the University.

The selected candidate will be responsible for developing and strengthening IP curricula across academic programmes, promoting high-quality research, and contributing to the development of an IP knowledge base through engagement with global best practices.

The Chair Professor will also facilitate collaborations with academic institutions, industry, and other stakeholders, support policy-oriented research and inputs on IP-related issues, undertake outreach and awareness activities, mentor students and researchers, and publish regularly on relevant platforms.

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Eligibility

Candidates must fulfil any one of the following eligibility criteria:

Must have served as, or meet the eligibility criteria for serving as, a Professor or Associate Professor as prescribed by the UGC, along with sufficient teaching and research experience in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR).
Must be an IP Attorney with a minimum of 10 years of experience practising IPR law, or another professional with significant recognition in the field of IPR and at least 10 years of experience.
Must be a retired official of the IP Office under the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), holding a doctorate degree and having a minimum of five years of experience working at Level 12 or above. Eligible positions include:
- Controller of Patents and Designs;
- Registrar of Trademarks and Geographical Indications; or
- Registrar of Copyrights.
Age Limit: Individuals above the age of 70 years are not eligible for appointment as IPR Chair Professor.

Remuneration

The selected IPR Chair Professor will receive a monthly remuneration of INR 1,50,000.

Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) at the rate of 10% will be deducted from the monthly remuneration in accordance with NLU Delhi Regulations, funded by the respective programme.

No additional benefits or perks will be provided.

Duration

The initial appointment will be for a period of one year, with the possibility of extension based on satisfactory performance and the availability of funds.

Location

National Law University Delhi, Sector 14, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110078.

Selection Process

Candidates will be shortlisted based on an evaluation of the contents of their applications.
Shortlisting does not guarantee an interview or final selection.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The interview details will be communicated separately.
A three-member committee comprising eminent persons, constituted by the Vice-Chancellor, will review the applications and submit its recommendations to DPIIT.

Important Guidelines

Candidates must ensure that they fulfil all eligibility conditions as on the last date for receipt of applications. Eligibility will be determined based on the qualifications and information submitted up to that date. No additional documents will be considered thereafter.
If, at any stage before or after selection, a candidate is found to be ineligible, to have provided false or incorrect information, concealed facts, or submitted fake documents, their candidature or appointment will be cancelled and may lead to legal action.
Possession of the prescribed qualifications does not automatically entitle a candidate to be called for an interview. Shortlisting will be based on scrutiny of applications and other criteria decided by the University. The University’s decision regarding eligibility, shortlisting, and selection will be final and binding, and no correspondence will be entertained.
Incomplete applications, applications received after the deadline, or applications not accompanied by the prescribed application fee and required self-attested documents or testimonials will be rejected.
Candidates currently in employment must submit their applications through the proper channel.
The University reserves the right to:
- Accept or reject any application;
- Withdraw the advertisement;
- Modify the selection process; or
- Withhold the post at any stage without assigning any reason.
Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
The appointment will be purely temporary and will not confer any right to regularisation. It will not carry benefits applicable to regular faculty and will be subject to verification of antecedents. The appointment may be terminated at any time due to misconduct, unsatisfactory performance, or subsequent ineligibility.
The selected candidate must demonstrate advanced skills, relevant experience, research contributions, and measurable impact appropriate for a high-standard national-level higher education institution.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or interaction.
The rules and regulations of National Law University Delhi will apply to the selected candidate.