IIT Roorkee Research Associate Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Walk-in Interview

IIT Roorkee Research Associate Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) has released an official notification (SR ICl06) for the recruitment of 01 Research Associate post. This is a project-based opportunity ideal for candidates holding a B.Tech in Civil Engineering and an M.Tech in Transportation Engineering/Planning from premier institutions like IIT or IISc. Selected candidates will receive a competitive salary ranging from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 75,000 per month plus HRA.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on a Walk-in Interview process. No written preliminary or mains examination is required.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Note on Reservation: Preference is given to SC/ST candidates with equal qualifications and experience.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Research Associate: Must possess the following qualifications:
  • B.Tech in Civil Engineering.
  • M.Tech in Transportation Engineering or Transportation Planning.
  • Critical Requirement: At least one of the degrees (B.Tech or M.Tech) must be from an IIT (Indian Institute of Technology) or IISc (Indian Institute of Science).

2. Age Limit

The notification does not specify a maximum age limit; however, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria based on their qualifications and experience. Age is calculated as of the date of the interview.

3. Mandatory Requirements

• One degree must be from IIT/IISc.
• SC/ST candidates with equal qualifications and experience will be given preference.

Selection Process

Since this is not a competitive exam, the selection is based on the following stage:

1. Walk-in Interview: Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be interviewed directly.

Walk-in Interview Procedure

1. Read the official notification carefully before attending.
2. Report to the venue at the time specified in the notification.
3. Documents to Carry:
   • Original documents + 1 set of self-attested photocopies.
   • ID Proof, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates (if any), and Category Certificate (if applicable).
   • Duly filled application form (as per notification format).
   • Passport-size photographs.
4. Verify eligibility criteria before reporting.
5. Reach the venue well in advance for registration.

Application Fee

Not explicitly mentioned in the text. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for fee details (if any).

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Download Notification: Visit the official website or use the link provided in the Important Links section to download the official notification PDF.
2. Read Instructions: Carefully read the eligibility criteria, venue details, and reporting time.
3. Prepare Documents: Gather all original educational certificates (B.Tech/M.Tech), experience letters, ID proof, and category certificates.
4. Fill Application Form: If the notification includes an application format, download and fill it out neatly.
5. Attend Walk-in: Report to the designated venue on 21 February 2026 with all documents and the filled application form.
6. Submission: Submit the application form and documents to the recruitment committee at the venue.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Official Website: iitr.ac.in