NIT Silchar Recruitment 2026 – 2 Project Intern Posts Under TIH-IIT Guwahati Project

Project Overview

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at NIT Silchar has issued this advertisement for 2 temporary Project Intern posts under the Government of India sponsored TIH-IIT Guwahati project titled “Design, Development, and Testing of Sediment Erosion-Resistive Micro-Hydro Turbine for off-grid application” (Project Sanction Number TIH/TD/0417). The project work involves performing experiments and computational analysis of the hydro rotor. The Principal Investigator is Dr. Biplab Das. The engagement period runs till 31 March 2027 or till completion of the project, whichever is earlier. All terms and conditions follow the guidelines of the sponsoring agency and NIT Silchar.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Post Name: Project Intern
• Essential Qualification: B.Tech. (Completed) or M.Tech. (Pre-final year)
• Desirable Qualification: B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering or Agricultural Engineering
• Age Limit: 35 years as on the last date of advertisement (06-11-2026)
• Age & Qualification Relaxation: As per Government of India Rules
• Nationality: Indian Citizens Only
• Additional Requirement: Employed candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Candidates are screened on the basis of their submitted applications.
• The Institute reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates shortlisted for interview based on screening.
• Interview date and mode (online or offline) will be notified through email to shortlisted candidates.
• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview or for joining the post.
• The appointment is purely temporary and contractual for the project duration.
• Selected candidates must sign an agreement at the time of joining.
• No candidate may be recruited if suitable candidates are not found.

How to Apply for NIT Silchar Project Intern Posts

1. Fill in the Format of Application provided on page 2 of the official notification. The form requires advertisement number, project title, funding agency, department, personal details, educational qualification from Class X onward, NET/GATE details, employment details, and a declaration.
2. Paste a recent passport-size coloured photograph on the form and sign the declaration.
3. Prepare the C.V. and soft copies of all supporting documents. Attach caste/category certificate if belonging to SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD.
4. Email the duly filled form, C.V., and documents to the Principal Investigator at [email protected].
5. Write the subject line exactly as: “Application for the post of Project Intern under the project TIH/TD/0417”.
6. Ensure the application reaches the Principal Investigator by 23 November 2026. For queries, contact PI at 9402168938.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Application in the prescribed Format from page 2 of the notification
• Recent Passport-Size Coloured Photograph pasted on the application form with signed declaration
• Complete Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
• Soft copies of all educational documents from Class X onward (Mark Sheets and Certificates)
• GATE / NET details (if applicable)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format for SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD (if applicable)
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer for already employed candidates at the time of interview

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download NIT Silchar Project Intern Official Notification PDF (Advt. NITS/Dean(R&C)/ME/676/06/2026)
• Visit NIT Silchar Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions