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NIT Raipur Senior Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 Overview
The National Institute of Technology Raipur (NIT Raipur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Senior Project Scientist post. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates with a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering to work on projects related to river water quality, water and wastewater treatment, and data analysis.
Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on shortlisting and an offline interview. There is no competitive written examination.
Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Institute of Technology Raipur (NIT Raipur) |
| Post Name | Senior Project Scientist |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 22-02-2026 |
| Interview Date | 26-02-2026 |
| Official Website | https://nitrr.ac.in/ |
Post & Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Salary / Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Scientist | 01 | Rs. 75,000/- per month |
Note: The salary is provided for a duration of 06 months, extendable based on satisfactory performance and fund availability.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification & Experience
- Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in environmental engineering projects.
- Preferred Experience: Experience in river water quality, water & wastewater treatment, field survey, data collection, sampling, and analysis.
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of ML & AI applications is preferred.
- Skills: Good written and oral communication skills; capability to prepare/edit scientific/technical articles/reports.
Age Limit
Specific age limit details are not explicitly provided in the text. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF for any age criteria or relaxation rules.
Selection Process
The selection for the Senior Project Scientist post will be conducted in the following stages:
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications and relevant experience.
- Offline Interview: Shortlisted candidates will appear for an interview at NIT Raipur.
Interview Date: The interview is scheduled to be held on 26-02-2026.
Application Fee
According to the official notification, no application fee is required for this recruitment.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply via email. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the official website or use the direct link provided below to download the official notification.
- Read the notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
- Prepare your application containing a complete Bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, recent passport-size photographs).
- Write the subject line of the email clearly: "Application for the post of Senior Project Scientist - cMahanadi" (or as specified in the notification).
- Send the email to the official email address mentioned in the notification PDF before the last date.
- Last Date: Ensure the application reaches by 22-02-2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 12-02-2026 |
| Application Start Date | Immediate (via Email) |
| Last Date to Apply | 22-02-2026 |
| Interview Date | 26-02-2026 |