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Name of the Post

Manager (Accreditation)

No. of Post

1 (one)

Tenure

On contract for a period of 5 (five) years which may be renewed based on performance

Category

Un-Reserved (UR)

Scale of Pay

Level - 10, Initial Basic Pay Rs. 56,100/-

Qualification

· Master’s Degree with 60% marks from a recognized University or Equivalent; MBA (General Management or HR) will be preferred.

· PhD degree in Business Management domain is desirable

Experience

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in teaching, academic administration, quality assurance, and/or accreditation processes. Experience with international accreditation frameworks such as AACSB, EQUIS, or AMBA, and national accreditation cycles like NAAC and NBA will be highly valued

Technical Skills

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and report writing skills.

· Data Management & Reporting: Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables), with data validation and audit trails for maintaining accreditation records,

· Accreditation Documentation & Automation: Experience using document management systems (e.g., SharePoint, Google Workspace, or internal ERP portals), Ability to create and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for data collection and reporting.

· Data Visualization & Dashboards: Hands-on experience with Tableau, Power BI, or Google Data Studio for performance dashboards. Ability to design interactive dashboards showing institutional KPIs, assurance of learning metrics, and strategic goals.

· Communication & Digital Coordination Tools: Strong command of MS Word and PowerPoint for preparing reports, policy documents, and presentations. Familiarity with survey tools like Qualtrics, Microsoft Forms or Google Forms for stakeholder feedback. Understanding of Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Moodle or Canvas for mapping learning outcomes. Familiarity with AI tools for writing and research.

Age Limit

45 years as on the last date of Publication of the Advertisement

Job Description

· The Manager (Accreditation) will be responsible for managing all aspects of the Institute’s accreditation and ranking processes, including liaison and communication with accreditation and ranking bodies, coordination of accreditation-related activities, and collaboration with various departments for accreditation and ranking requirements.

· The role will also involve keeping the Accreditation and Ranking Committee informed about timelines, schedules, and progress, and working closely with the Committee in the preparation of submission data, reports, and related documents. 

· The Manager (Accreditation) will be responsible for the preparation, compilation, review, and submission of all accreditation- and ranking-related documentation. This role will require close coordination and collaboration with both Faculty and Non-Faculty members across the Institute.

· The Manager (Accreditation) must be able to work under self-direction and calling on support when necessary.

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Interested candidates who fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria may apply online through the Recruitment Portal in the Institute website https://www.iimshillong.ac.in/careers/    

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Only Applications submitted Online through the Recruitment Portal along with submission of Documents by Post will be considered for further scrutiny.

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On Submission of the Online Form, an Application Number will be generated. All candidates are required to refer to the Application Number for future reference/correspondence and communication from the Institute.

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All Correspondence from the Institute including issuance of Call letter for Interview/Written Test/ Computer Test etc. to Shortlisted Candidates and issuance of Appointment letter to the Selected Candidate(s) shall be sent by Email only to the Email ID provided by the candidate concerned.

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Submission of Documents by Post (before 31 July 2026):

All candidates are required to print out the Online Application Form submitted in the Recruitment Portal and forward the same along with the following Self-Attested Documents:

(i) Payment Receipt (Note: Not Required for Women Candidate and Person with Disabilities)

(ii) Proof of Date of Birth

(iii) Caste Certificate (if belonging to SC, ST, NC-OBC category)

(iv) Educational Qualification Certificates

(v) Mark Sheets

(vi) Experience Certificates

(vii) 1 (one) recent passport size photograph with Full Name written at the back of the Photo.

(viii) Note: Candidates already in Government Service are required to forward the Online Application Form and Documents through Proper Channel or Submit NOC (No Objection Certificate) during Interview.

The above Documents should reach the “Chief Administrative Officer, IIM Shillong, Umsawli, Shillong – 793018, Meghalaya” in a Sealed Envelope to be Superscribed “Application for post of __________________” on or before 31 July 2026.

Documents received after 31 July 2026 and Incomplete Applications/documents will not be considered for scrutiny.

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Mere fulfilment of minimum eligibility criteria is not a claim for shortlisting/selection.

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The Institute may relax all or any of the requirements related to age, qualification and experience in exceptional and deserving cases.

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The Screening Committee may also adopt other criteria for screening the applications over and above the criteria.

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Relaxation in percentage of qualifying marks will be given upto 5% for SC/ST/PwD and upto 3% for NC-OBC candidates

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Relaxation in Age will be given upto 5 years for SC/ST/PwD and upto 3 years for NC-OBC candidates

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Shortlisted candidates for posts at Sl. No. 1 to 5 will be called for Interview and shortlisted candidates for the post at Sl. No. 6 & 7 will be called for Written Test/Computer Test as per recommendations of the Screening Committee constituted for the purpose. The decision of the Screening Committee is final.

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The Selection Criteria for the post at Sl. No. 6 & 7 will be based on the following:

(a) Relevance of Work Experience.

(b) Written test consisting of Subject Knowledge, English & Communication and Aptitude (Quantitative / Logical / Reasoning).

(c) Computer Test which may include Practical Computer Skill test in MS Office / relevant computer application/software etc. or Computer Knowledge Written Test.

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Results of Candidates Shortlisted & Venue for holding the Interview / Written Test / Computer Test will be notified on the website of the Institute.

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No TA/DA will be paid to candidates appearing for the Written/Computer test.

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No interim correspondence will be entertained from candidates regarding conduct and result of Interview/Written /Computer Test and reasons for not being called for Interview or Selection.

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Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated. If a candidate has not be communicated, she/he should assume that her/his application has not been shortlisted.

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Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.

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The Institute reserves the right to reject any/all applications without assigning any reason.

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The Institute reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all the posts.

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Pay and Allowance are admissible as per Government of India rules and as per rules of the Institute.

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As per DOPT, Govt. of India orders, Pay protection may be considered for candidates working in Public Sector undertakings (PSUs), Central/State Universities, Semi-Government Institutions or Autonomous Bodies.

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Application fee for each post are as per the rates prescribed below:

a) Rs. 400/- (including GST) for General candidates

b) Rs. 200/- (including GST) for SC/ST and OBC candidates

c) Women Candidates and Person with Disabilities are exempted from payment of application fee

Application fee is non-refundable.

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The Last date for Submission of Online Application is 20 July 2026