📋 Complete Notification Details
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur has invited applications for the post of Project Associate-I in the Department of Chemistry. This recruitment is for a Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO) funded project titled "Design and development of novel vitrimer like materials with smart features".
| Organization | Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur |
| Post Name | Project Associate-I |
| Total Vacancies | 01 (One) |
| Last Date | 06 February 2026 |
| Official Website | https://vnit.ac.in/ |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Project | Salary (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 01 | Design and development of novel vitrimer like materials with smart features (DRDO) | ₹37,000/- (with NET/GATE) ₹30,000/- (without NET/GATE) |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Project Associate-I
- Essential Qualification: Master's or equivalent degree in Chemistry or other allied disciplines. Minimum first class (or 6.75 CPI/CGPA on a 10 point scale) at Bachelor's or Master's level.
- Experience: Not specified.
- Desirable/Additional Requirements: Qualified GATE or NET exam. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to register for a regular PhD program provided they satisfy the eligibility criteria at VNIT Nagpur.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates must apply in the prescribed format (available online at the VNIT website) by 06.02.2026.
- The duly filled application form along with all relevant documents must be sent as a single PDF file to the Principal Investigator.
- Email ID: [email protected]
- Subject Line: "Application for the post of Project Associate-I (Department of Chemistry)"
Important Links
- Apply Online / Send Email: [email protected]
- Official Notification PDF: Download PDF
- Official Website: https://vnit.ac.in/
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for VNIT Nagpur Project Associate Recruitment?
A: The last date to submit the application is 06 February 2026.
Q2: What is the salary for Project Associate-I at VNIT?
A: The salary is ₹37,000/- per month for candidates qualified with NET/GATE and ₹30,000/- per month for candidates without NET/GATE.
Q3: Is this a permanent position?
A: No, the post is purely temporary for a duration of 6 months, extendable up to the completion of the project (March 2027).