IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026: 2 Research Associate Posts – Apply Online @ iitkgp.ac.in
⚡ Quick Facts & Key Highlights
| Recruiting Body | Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur |
|---|---|
| State / Jurisdiction | West Bengal |
| Total Posts | 2 |
| Last Date | 24 October 2026 |
Get Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Alerts on Mobile
Never miss new Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur notifications, official PDFs & exam updates. Join our verified community channels:
IIT Kharagpur Research Associate 2026 – At a Glance
- Recruiting Body: Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur)
- Advertisement No.: IIT/SRIC/R/HPT_SALARY/2026/107
- Total Vacancies: 2
- Post Name: Research Associate (RA) – Research
- Employment Nature: Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure: 12 months or project termination, whichever is earlier)
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date to Apply: 24 October 2026
- Job Location: Kharagpur, West Bengal
- Salary (Consolidated): Up to Rs. 67,000 per month
- Application Fee: Applicable fee payable via RTGS/NEFT/Net Banking — transaction UTR number must be entered in the online form
Post-Wise Vacancy and Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associate (RA) – Research | 2 | 35 years (as on last date of advertisement; relaxable per sponsor agency rules) | Rs. 67,000 for Ph.D. holders; Rs. 61,000 for M.Tech holders (consolidated, up to Rs. 67,000) |
Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification
- Research Associate (RA): Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree in Agricultural Engineering / Food Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Instrumentation;
- OR having 3 years of research, teaching, and design/development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech with at least one research paper in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.
- Desired Experience: Interdisciplinary research experience in designing and developing food processing machinery with field-trial validation.
Selection Process and Screening Clause
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on minimum prescribed qualifications and experience. Mere possession of qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview at IIT Kharagpur campus.
No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the IIT Kharagpur SRIC recruitment portal and open the online application for advertisement IIT/SRIC/R/HPT_SALARY/2026/107.
- Deposit the applicable application fee via RTGS/NEFT/Net Banking using the bank account details provided in the notification.
- Record the UTR number or Transaction ID of the fee payment.
- Fill the online application form with personal, educational, experience, and transaction details.
- Submit the completed form before 24 October 2026.
Required Documents and Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as proof of date of birth
- All degree certificates and consolidated mark sheets (relevant qualifications)
- SCI-indexed research paper(s) — published or accepted
- Experience certificates on official letterhead (if applicable)
- RTGS/NEFT/Net Banking payment transaction UTR number / Transaction ID
- Two recent passport-size photographs and valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
Key Instructions:
- The prescribed qualifications and experience are the minimum; possessing them does not entitle a candidate to an interview call.
- Age is calculated as on the last date of the advertisement.
- The position is contractual for a tenure of 12 months or termination of the project, whichever is earlier.
- Transaction details (UTR No. / Transaction ID) must be correctly entered in the online application form.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Kharagpur Research Associate 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 24 October 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the form well before the deadline.
2. What is the interview date and venue for IIT Kharagpur RA recruitment?
The interview date will be communicated to shortlisted candidates individually. It will be held at the IIT Kharagpur campus, Kharagpur, West Bengal.
3. What is the application fee for IIT Kharagpur Research Associate?
An applicable application fee is payable via RTGS/NEFT/Net Banking. The exact amount and bank account details are provided in the official notification PDF. The transaction UTR number must be entered in the online form.
4. Is this a permanent government job or contractual position?
This is a contractual, project-based position with a tenure of 12 months or termination of the project, whichever is earlier. It is not a permanent sanctioned post.
5. What is the salary structure for IIT Kharagpur Research Associate?
Consolidated monthly remuneration: Rs. 67,000 for Ph.D. holders and Rs. 61,000 for M.Tech holders, depending on qualification and experience.
6. What is the age limit for IIT Kharagpur RA recruitment?
The upper age limit is 35 years as on the last date of the advertisement. Age relaxation may be granted as per sponsor agency rules.
Download Official Recruitment Notification
Download and read the official advertisement PDF for complete post eligibility, category reservations, format of certificates, and application guidelines.