Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Contractual / Regular

IIT Guwahati Project Engineer Recruitment 2026

Sourced from Official Government PDF
Sep. 17, 2026
Project EngineerAssistant Project Engineer

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B.Tech190
M.Tech123
Ph.D91
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Vacancies
02 Posts
Pay Scale
Rs. 31,750 - Rs. 83,750 per month
Age Limit
Not Specified in Notification
Job Location
All India37Assam22+1 More...

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 17, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 17, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 20, 2026

4

Exam Date

Sep 23, 2026

Application Window17 – 20 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date23 Sep 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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Educational Qualification

(1) Project Engineer: M.E./M.Tech. in an engineering discipline from a recognized university or Ph.D. in sensor development and characterization or related field (candidates who submitted their Ph.D. thesis within the past year are eligible). Desirable: Experience in sensor-related research. (2) Assistant Project Engineer: B.E./B.Tech. in Engineering or related discipline from a recognized university. Desirable: Experience in sensor-related projects or research.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age limit is not specifically stipulated in the circular; standard IIT Guwahati R&D project norms apply.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Online Application Screening & Shortlisting

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Online Interview (via Video Conference)

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OfflineQualifying Only

Selection is conducted through initial screening of online applications by the Principal Investigator and Departmental Scrutiny Committee, followed by an Online Interview on 23 September 2026 at 10:00 AM. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email with meeting coordinates. Candidates can check their status on the R&D recruitment portal. Final selection is based on interview performance and technical suitability for the NDIR gas sensor development project. No TA/DA is payable.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Area / ComponentAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Qualifications & Technical BackgroundEvaluation of B.Tech / M.Tech / Ph.D. degrees in relevant engineering disciplines (Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Materials).
Sensor Research & Domain ExperienceDemonstrated hands-on experience in NDIR optical sensing, gas detection (hydrocarbons and CO₂), sensor fabrication, optoelectronics, or characterization instrumentation.
Online Technical Interview PerformanceDepth of core engineering fundamentals, optical gas sensing principles, Beer-Lambert law, signal processing, and laboratory problem-solving ability assessed by the selection committee.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

IIT Guwahati is an Institute of National Importance set on a sprawling campus along the Brahmaputra River. The project staff will be stationed at the Department of Chemical Engineering under Associate Professor Dr. Partho Sarathi Gooh Pattader on the sponsored project 'Design and Development of NDIR-Based Gas Sensors for Hydrocarbon (HC) and Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) Detection'. Daily responsibilities encompass laboratory experimental setup, optical path design, IR source and thermopile detector integration, calibration with standard gas mixtures, data acquisition, microfabrication techniques, and scientific documentation. The work environment is cutting-edge, academic, and highly collaborative with access to central instrumentation facilities.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The appointment is temporary for an initial duration of 3 Months. Extensions are contingent upon project progress, satisfactory milestone evaluations, and funding allocations from the sponsoring agency. The appointment does not confer any entitlement to permanent employment at IIT Guwahati.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project appointments do not follow a statutory promotion ladder; however, successful execution of sponsored R&D projects at IIT Guwahati provides substantial advantages for admission into institutional Ph.D./M.S.(R) programs, postdoctoral fellowships, or senior R&D roles in industrial sensor manufacturing and analytical instrumentation companies.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Tight Application Window: The online portal closes on 20 September 2026; candidates must submit their applications promptly before the portal closes.
  • Online Interview Modality: The interview will be held virtually on 23 September 2026 at 10:00 AM; shortlisted candidates must ensure a stable broadband internet connection and functional webcam/microphone.
  • Strict Experience Alignment: While fresh graduates meeting basic qualifications can apply, preference is given to candidates with demonstrable hands-on experience in sensor development, characterization, and instrumentation.
  • Temporary Project Nature: The appointment is strictly project-based for an initial duration of 3 months and does not carry any claim for permanent absorption.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR / Unreserved2
  • Total2
Total Vacancies02 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Project Engineer: Rs. 83,750/- per month; Assistant Project Engineer: Rs. 31,750/- per month (consolidated).

Consolidated monthly remuneration: Project Engineer: Rs. 83,750/-; Assistant Project Engineer: Rs. 31,750/-. Campus medical facilities available as per Institute rules. HRA is not applicable.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Visit the official IIT Guwahati R&D recruitment portal at https://iitg.ac.in/rndproj/recruitment/.
  2. Locate the advertisement titled 'Design and Development of NDIR-Based Gas Sensors for Hydrocarbon (HC) and Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) Detection' (Advt. No. IITG/II&SI/Project Staff Rectt-2026/153).
  3. Complete the online application form with personal information, academic credentials, and relevant sensor research experience.
  4. Upload your updated CV and supporting certificates.
  5. Submit the application on or before 20 September 2026.
  6. For technical assistance, email [email protected]; for project queries, contact PI Dr. Partho Sarathi at [email protected].

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee is payable).

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Project Engineer receives a consolidated monthly pay of Rs. 83,750/-, while Assistant Project Engineer receives Rs. 31,750/- per month. Institute medical facilities are provided; HRA is not applicable.

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