IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026: 1 Research Associate – Apply Online @ iitr.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee has announced 1 project-based Research Associate vacancy under Advertisement No. SRIC/06 for the Department of Civil Engineering. The position is temporary and will last for the project duration only.

Note: The position is project-based and temporary. It will not be considered a regular government appointment. No pension or permanent government job security is associated with this position.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Nationality: Applications are invited from Indian nationals only.

Research Associate

• Qualification: PhD in Civil Engineering from a reputed institute such as Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) or the Indian Institute of Science (IISc).
• Research Experience: Demonstrated experimental research experience in cementitious or advanced concrete materials.
• Preference: SC/ST candidates will be given preference on equal qualifications and experience.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection for the Research Associate position at IIT Roorkee will be conducted through the following stages:

1. Email Application Screening: Applications received by 15 October 2026, 5:00 PM will be screened based on academic qualifications, research experience, and publications.
2. Shortlisting: Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about the interview schedule.
3. Interview: The interview date will be communicated through email to shortlisted candidates. The final selection will be based on the performance in the interview.
4. Document Verification: Selected candidates must submit original documents for verification at the time of joining.

Important Clause: No TA/DA (Travel Allowance / Dearness Allowance) will be paid to candidates for attending the interview. Applications not submitted as a single PDF file through email will be rejected during the shortlisting procedure.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must prepare and submit the following documents as a single PDF file:

1. Detailed CV with chronological listing of all degrees, certificates, and institutional affiliations
2. Copies of PhD degree certificate and provisional/completion certificate
3. Consolidated mark sheets and transcripts of all academic qualifications
4. Experimental research experience certificates in cementitious or advanced concrete materials
5. Publications list or research abstract (if any)
6. Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Instructions for Email Application

1. Compile all required documents into a single PDF file in the specified order.
2. Send the single PDF file through email to the Principal Investigator, Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Roorkee.
3. Ensure the application reaches the Principal Investigator's email by 15 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
4. Applications not submitted in a single PDF file will be rejected.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Roorkee Research Associate Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the application for the IIT Roorkee Research Associate position under Advertisement No. SRIC/06 is 15 October 2026, 5:00 PM. The application must be sent via email as a single PDF file to the Principal Investigator, Department of Civil Engineering.

2. How to apply for the IIT Roorkee Research Associate position?

Candidates must prepare a detailed CV, gather all relevant degree certificates, mark sheets, and research experience certificates, compile them into a single PDF file, and send it through email to the Principal Investigator at the Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Roorkee. The application must be received by 15 October 2026, 5:00 PM.

3. What is the salary for IIT Roorkee Research Associate?

The Research Associate at IIT Roorkee will receive a monthly remuneration of Rs. 58,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA). The total compensation will be Rs. 58,000 plus the applicable HRA rate for the location of IIT Roorkee.

4. What qualification is required for the IIT Roorkee Research Associate?

Candidates must hold a PhD in Civil Engineering from a reputed institute such as IITs or IISc, with demonstrated experimental research experience in cementitious or advanced concrete materials. SC/ST candidates receive preference on equal qualifications and experience.

5. Is the IIT Roorkee Research Associate position a permanent government job?

No. The Research Associate position at IIT Roorkee under Advertisement No. SRIC/06 is a project-based, temporary contractual appointment. It will last only for the duration of the project and will not confer any permanent government job security or pension benefits.

6. Will TA/DA be paid for attending the IIT Roorkee Research Associate interview?

No. As per the official notification, no TA/DA (Travel Allowance / Dearness Allowance) will be paid to candidates for attending the interview. The interview date will be communicated through email to shortlisted candidates.