IIT Kharagpur invites online applications for 16 contractual posts including Project Associate, Junior Research Fellow, and other research positions. Candidates must have relevant qualifications such as Master’s or Ph.D. degrees and some posts require NET/GATE qualification. Age limits vary from 28 to 45 years depending on the post. The recruitment is on a contract basis with consolidated pay ranging from Rs. 27,000 to Rs. 80,000. Applications must be submitted online by 16-12-2025. Selection involves application screening followed by interviews for shortlisted candidates.
Vacancy Details
- Project Associate – II: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Masters in chemistry/biochemistry/pharmacy/nanoscience with 2 years R&D experience - Project Associate: 2 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc./MTech in Biotechnology, Biomedical, Material Science or related disciplines with NET/GATE qualification - Senior Project Associate: 2 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Nanomaterials/Nanobiotechnology/Materials Engineering/Biotechnology or equivalents - Field Assistant: 2 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelors degree in science or 3 years Diploma in Engineering & Technology - Principal Project Associate: 2 vacancies
Qualification: 4-year Bachelor’s/Master’s/BVSc/BPharm/Engineering/Technology/Medicine with R&D experience or Doctoral Degree - Junior Research Fellowship – Research: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master degree in Chemical Engineering/Polymer Engineering/Polymer Science/Materials Science with NET/GATE qualification - Research Associate: 1 vacancies
Qualification: PhD in cryptography, mathematics, computer science, or related field - Junior Research Fellowship: 1 vacancies
Qualification: B.Tech/M.Tech in Electrical/Electronics/Electrical Communication Engineering with NET/GATE qualification - Project Research Scientist-I – Research: 3 vacancies
Qualification: 1st Class M.Tech or 1st Class 4-year B.Tech in relevant engineering disciplines - Project Research Scientist-III – Research: 1 vacancies
Qualification: PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Control system, Mechatronics, or Biomedical Engineering
Qualification Requirements
Qualifications vary by post, including Master’s degrees in relevant science and engineering fields, Ph.D. for senior positions, NET/GATE qualification for some posts, and relevant work experience in research and development or specialized technical skills.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 28 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
Selection Process
- 1: Applications will be examined by IIT Kharagpur.
- 2: Shortlisted candidates will be notified about interview details.
- 3: Candidates must provide required documents at the time of interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official online application portal
- Fill in personal and educational details accurately
- Upload scanned photo and signature
- Submit the application before 16-12-2025
- Print the application for future reference
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Important Dates
- Application End Date: 16-12-2025
