IIEST Shibpur Research Associate Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Walk-in Details

IIEST Shibpur Howrah Last Date: 24th February, 2026
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IIEST Shibpur Research Associate Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Walk-in Details

IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for Research Associate I

Recruitment Overview

The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 post of Research Associate I. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates holding a Ph.D. in relevant engineering or science disciplines to work on a project-based role. The recruitment is based on a Direct Walk-in Interview process, meaning there is no preliminary or mains written examination.

Location: The selected candidate will be posted at the IIEST Shibpur campus located in Howrah, West Bengal.

Key Highlights

Organization Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur
Post Name Research Associate - I
Total Vacancies 01
Application Mode Walk-in Interview
Last Date for Soft Copy Submission 24 February 2026
Walk-in Date 26 February 2026
Official Website https://www.iiests.ac.in

Vacancy Details

The institute is recruiting for a single position under the advertisement number DRC/IHFC-TIH-IITD/ETC/CRC/016/25-26.

Post Name Total Vacancies Pay Scale / Salary
Research Associate - I 01 Rs. 75,400 per month

Salary Breakdown: Rs. 58,000 (Stipend) + Rs. 17,400 (HRA @ 30%).

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. degree in one of the following disciplines to be eligible for the Research Associate I position:

  • Ph.D. in Biotechnology
  • Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering
  • Ph.D. in Molecular Biology
  • Ph.D. in Biophysics
  • Ph.D. in Materials Science
  • Ph.D. in Bioengineering
  • Ph.D. in Nanotechnology
  • Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (with specialization in Sensors/Electrochemistry)
  • Ph.D. in Electronics Engineering (with specialization in Microelectronics)

Desirable Experience: Hands-on experience in Electrochemical/Electronic biochemical sensor development, materials synthesis for biochemical sensors, and molecular biology techniques for receptor developments is highly desirable.

Age Limit

  • Maximum Age: 35 years.
  • Age Relaxation: Relaxation of up to 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Candidates must have qualified Ph.D. (awarded).
  • Candidates should have a strong academic record and research background.

Selection Process

This recruitment is not exam-based. The selection will be conducted through the following stages:

  1. Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates will be interviewed directly by the selection committee.
  2. Document Verification: Original documents will be verified at the time of the interview.

Walk-in Procedure & Application Fee

Application Fee

Details regarding the application fee (if any) were not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF for any fee requirements.

How to Attend the Walk-in

  1. Prepare Documents: Gather all original documents (ID Proof, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, Category Certificate) and one set of self-attested photocopies.
  2. Fill Application Form: Download and fill the application form (if required) as per the notification format.
  3. Submit Soft Copy: Ensure you submit the soft copy of your application before 24 February 2026 to the designated email/contact as mentioned in the official notification.
  4. Attend Interview: Report to the venue on 26 February 2026 at the specified reporting time. Arrive early to complete registration formalities.
  5. Carry Essentials: Bring passport-size photographs and all original documents.

Important Dates

Notification Release Date 10 February 2026
Last Date for Soft Copy Submission 24 February 2026
Walk-in Interview Date 26 February 2026

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About IIEST Shibpur

IIEST, Shibpur (Erstwhile "Bengal Engineering College") ranks 27th in NIRF-2021 among Engineering Institutes. It is the first college to become the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST) in India in 2014. The Institute has a rich history. It is empowering the nation since 1856. Considering the year of establishment, it is the 3rd engineering college in India but considering the year of graduation it is the 2nd oldest engineering college in India. It has 16 departments and 8 schools. It has over 250 faculty members and a student strength of over 4000.

IIEST, Shibpur is to become one of the best Institutes in the world in providing the state-of-the-art multi-disciplinary research ambiance that will usher innovative world-class technologies developed towards realizing the goal of developing India.

IIEST, Shibpur functions as an Institute of higher learning and advanced research. Prime activities include the creation and dissemination of knowledge; producing engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs of the highest quality equipped with the latest technologies and developing innovative technology solutions for the cause of society.


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