IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026: 7 Project Staff Posts – Apply Online @ iitg.ac.in
⚡ Quick Facts & Key Highlights
| Recruiting Body | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati |
|---|---|
| State / Jurisdiction | Assam |
| Total Posts | 7 |
| Last Date | 04 November 2026 |
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IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026: 7 Project Staff Posts – Apply Online @ iitg.ac.in
- Recruiting Body: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, Research & Development Section
- Advertisement No: IITG/II&SI/Project Staff Rectt-2026/159
- Project: Design and Development of a Demonstration Plant for Production of Marketable Grade Green Activated Carbon from Bamboo Dust (Dept. of Chemical Engineering)
- Total Posts: 07 (one seat in each of seven posts)
- Post Names: Project Manager, Project Engineer, Associate Project Engineer, Assistant Project Engineer, Plant Operator, Lab Assistant, Lab Attendant
- Employment Nature: Contractual – 11 months (project-based, not a permanent cadre)
- Application Mode: Online through the IIT Guwahati R&D Recruitment Portal
- Last Date to Apply: 04 November 2026 (5:30 PM)
- Online Interview (Google Meet): 10 November 2026 (Tuesday), 10:00 AM
- Location: Guwahati, Assam
- Application Fee: Not stated in the official notification
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Manager | 01 | Not Stated | Rs. 55,000 |
| Project Engineer | 01 | Not Stated | Rs. 47,000 |
| Associate Project Engineer | 01 | Not Stated | Rs. 38,000 |
| Assistant Project Engineer | 01 | Not Stated | Rs. 28,500 |
| Plant Operator | 01 | Not Stated | Rs. 26,800 |
| Lab Assistant | 01 | Not Stated | Rs. 25,000 |
| Lab Attendant | 01 | Not Stated | Rs. 14,250 |
Every post also carries HRA of 20% and a medical facility.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Project Manager (01 Post – Rs. 55,000)
- Essential: One of the following –
- B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline, with at least 8 years of relevant project management experience
- M.Tech/M.Sc. in the above disciplines, with at least 5 years of experience in R&D, industrial projects, or technology development
- PhD in a related field, with at least 2 years of relevant experience including management of research-driven technology projects
- Required experience: Minimum 2 years in project management, preferably R&D or industrial projects, involving pilot plant development or technology demonstration; project planning, procurement, vendor coordination, budget monitoring, and technical reporting
- Software: MS Office; familiarity with Aspen Plus/MATLAB/Modelica, AutoCAD, or equivalent engineering software; PMP preferred
Project Engineer (01 Post – Rs. 47,000)
- Essential: PhD in Engineering/Technology; or Master's degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience; or Bachelor's degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience, preferably in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines
- Skills: AI/ML, data analytics, predictive modelling; Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn), statistical analysis, data visualisation
- Desirable: Time-series analysis, model validation, SciPy, MATLAB, TensorFlow/PyTorch
Associate Project Engineer (01 Post – Rs. 38,000)
- Essential: Master's degree in Engineering/Technology or Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Production, Energy, Environmental, or related disciplines
- Preferred: Experience in material characterisation, product-quality evaluation, pyrolysis, biomass conversion, data analysis
- Software: MATLAB, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Office
Assistant Project Engineer (01 Post – Rs. 28,500)
- Essential: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering
- Desirable: Familiarity with process monitoring, sampling, data recording, equipment inspection, troubleshooting, safety practices; basic MATLAB and MS Office knowledge
Plant Operator (01 Post – Rs. 26,800)
- Essential: ITI or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Instrumentation, Production Engineering, or a related discipline
- Preferred: Minimum 2 years of experience; reactor, furnace, boiler, thermal-processing, or pilot-plant operation experience
Lab Assistant (01 Post – Rs. 25,000)
- Essential: 10th/12th, ITI, or Diploma in a relevant discipline
- Preferred: Laboratory or industrial experience, with at least 6 years of relevant experience
Lab Attendant (01 Post – Rs. 14,250)
- Essential: 10th/12th, ITI, or Diploma in a relevant discipline
- Preferred: Laboratory or industrial experience
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Selection is based on performance in an online interview conducted through Google Meet on 10 November 2026 (Tuesday) at 10:00 AM.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email; application status can also be checked on the application portal.
- No TA/DA will be paid to candidates appearing for the interview.
- The appointment is for a fixed duration of 11 months and is project-based; it does not carry permanent cadre benefits.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
- All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
Applications must be submitted online through the IIT Guwahati Research & Development Recruitment Portal on or before 04 November 2026, 5:30 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Guwahati Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 04 November 2026 by 5:30 PM. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be considered.
2. What is the interview date and mode for IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026?
The online interview will be conducted through Google Meet on 10 November 2026 (Tuesday) at 10:00 AM. Shortlisted candidates will receive an email invitation with the meeting link.
3. What is the application fee for IIT Guwahati Project Staff posts?
The official notification for Advt No: IITG/II&SI/Project Staff Rectt-2026/159 does not specify an application fee. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for any fee-related clarification.
4. Is this a permanent government job?
No. All seven posts are contractual positions for a duration of 11 months under a sponsored research project at the Dept. of Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati. These are not regular cadre or permanent appointments.
5. What is the salary structure for IIT Guwahati Project Staff Recruitment?
The monthly remuneration ranges from Rs. 14,250 (Lab Attendant) to Rs. 55,000 (Project Engineer). All posts carry an additional 20% HRA and a medical facility.
6. How do I apply for IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026?
Visit the IIT Guwahati Research & Development Recruitment Portal, search for the project "Design and Development of a Demonstration Plant for Production of Marketable Grade Green Activated Carbon from Bamboo Dust," open the relevant position, and submit the online application before 04 November 2026, 5:30 PM.
Download Official Recruitment Notification
Download and read the official advertisement PDF for complete post eligibility, category reservations, format of certificates, and application guidelines.