🏛️ Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure)
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IIT Kanpur Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 01 Post

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Total Vacancies
01 Post
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Selection / Apply Mode
Online Portal
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Closing Date
06 February 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. IndianInstituteofTechnologyKanpur/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count 01 (One) (01 Post)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Online 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 06 February 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Regional Headquarters, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification PhD OR Postgraduate with 3 years relevant experience. (PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Material Science OR M.Tech in Material Science, Electrical, Electronics Engineering). 🌐 Authority Official Website Refer Official Notification Document

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Candidates must verify and arrange the following documents in chronological order prior to submitting their application:

✅ Bio-data / Proforma: Duly completed, signed application form (per notification format).
✅ Original Certificates: 10th / Matriculation (DOB proof), Essential Degrees & Marksheets.
✅ Self-Attested Photocopies: Two complete sets of photocopies of all relevant testimonials.
✅ Passport Photographs: 2 to 4 recent passport-size colour photographs (same as bio-data).
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof: Original Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card.
✅ Experience & NOC: Experience certificates and "No Objection Certificate" if currently employed.

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IIT Kanpur Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 01 Post

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released a notification for the recruitment of Project Scientist posts. This is a great opportunity for candidates with a PhD or Postgraduate degree and relevant experience in Material Science or Engineering to work on research and development projects.

Company Name Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur)
Post Name Project Scientist
No. of Posts 01
Last Date to Apply 06 February 2026
Official Website https://www.iitk.ac.in

Vacancy Details

Post Name No. of Posts Salary (Per Month)
Project Scientist 01 (One) Rs. 31,600 - 78,400

Eligibility for Project Scientist

  • Essential Qualification: PhD OR Postgraduate with 3 years relevant experience. (PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Material Science OR M.Tech in Material Science, Electrical, Electronics Engineering).
  • Experience: Experience in OPV/OLED device fabrication using solution processing and their characterization. Familiarity with ink characterization techniques like rheology, surface tension and viscosity. Hands-on working experience with solution processing for organic device fabrication such as OLEDs, solar cells and in electronic material characterization such as XRD, profilometer, SEM, AFM and device characterization such as electrical conductivity, CV, impedance measurements. Electrical characterization of functional inks and OLED/OPV fabrication and characterization. Understanding of physical mechanisms governing the properties of thin film electronic devices fabricated by solution processing or printing.

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FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for IIT Kanpur Project Scientist Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the application is 06 February 2026.

Q2: What is the salary for the Project Scientist post?
A: The salary is Rs. 31,600 – 78,400 per month.

Q3: How can I apply for this recruitment?
A: Candidates must email their complete resume to [email protected] before the last date.

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