ITER India Recruitment 2026 for Project Director Post – Apply Online @ ipr.res.in

ITER India Recruitment 2026: Project Director Post – Apply Now for Sarkari Naukri

Golden Opportunity for Central Government Jobs! The Institute for Plasma Research (IPR), Gandhinagar, has released the official Latest Notification 2026 for the recruitment of Project Director on a deputation basis. This is a premier Sarkari Naukri opportunity for experienced professionals from DAE units. Candidates seeking Latest Government Jobs in the scientific research domain must apply for this high-profile ITER India Recruitment 2026.

ITER is a collaborative project of seven partner nations (European Union, India, China, Japan, South Korea, Russia, and USA) aimed at demonstrating the feasibility of magnetically confined controlled thermonuclear fusion reactions. India contributes 9.09% to this project. Apply Online for ITER India Vacancy before the last date.

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Vacancy Details
• Eligibility Criteria
• How to Apply
• FAQs

Quick Summary

• Organization: Institute for Plasma Research (IPR) / ITER-India
• Post Name: Project Director
• Total Vacancy: 1
• Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat
• Application Mode: Offline (Registered Post/Speed Post & Email)
• Last Date: 22-06-2026
• Official Website: www.ipr.res.in

Why Apply for This Sarkari Naukri?

• Job Security: This is a deputation post under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), offering immense job security equivalent to permanent Central Government jobs.
• Pay Scale: Selected candidates will draw pay as per DAE deputation rules, aligned with 7th CPC Pay Level 14 or higher.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to lead a mega-scientific project (ITER-India) and coordinate with international agencies.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for ITER India Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria for ITER India Project Director

1. Nationality & Employer

Candidate must be a regular employee of DAE Constituent Units/Aided Institutes.

2. Pay Level

Candidate must be in Pay Level 14 or higher as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.

3. Age Limit

Applicant should have 5 years of service left as on 22.06.2026. A relaxation of up to 2 years is available for candidates with at least 15 years of experience in fusion-related projects.

4. Educational Qualification

Minimum M.Sc. (Physics) or B.Sc. (Engg)/B.E./B.Tech. in Engineering.

5. Essential Experience

• 10 Years: At least 10 years in a leading position in a Mega/Large Scientific project.
• Management: Experience managing high-value contracts and manufacturing/design of high-value equipment/systems.
• Technical: Familiarity with Nuclear Fission/Fusion Technologies.

6. Desirable Skills

• Past involvement with the ITER project.
• Proficiency in technical and managerial communications.
• Negotiation experience with international partners.
• Knowledge of ISO/ASME quality standards.

How to Apply for ITER India Recruitment 2026

Interested candidates must apply offline. Follow these steps:

1. Download the prescribed proforma from www.ipr.res.in.
2. Fill out the application form with detailed bio-data.
3. Send the application via Registered Post/Speed Post to:
   
   
   Director’s Office,
   
   Institute for Plasma Research,
   
   Near Indira Bridge, Bhat,
   
   Gandhinagar – 382 428 (Gujarat)
   
4. An advance copy can be emailed to [email protected].
5. Ensure the envelope is superscribed: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF PROJECT DIRECTOR, ITER-INDIA”.

Last Date: 22-06-2026

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date for receipt of applications is 22-06-2026.

The application is to be submitted offline via Registered Post/Speed Post or email (advance copy).

Minimum M.Sc. (Physics) or B.Sc. (Engg)/B.E./B.Tech. in Engineering.

No, this is a deputation post for an initial period of 5 years, extendable based on project requirements.

Salary is as per DAE deputation rules, aligned with Pay Level 14 or higher under the 7th CPC.

Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

Yes, candidates from DAE units other than IPR can apply on a deputation basis.

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