Indian Institute of Technology Indore
Contractual / Regular

IIT Indore Research Assistant Walk-in 2026

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Oct. 13, 2026
Research Assistant (DPIIT-IPR Chair)

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Vacancies
1
Pay Scale
₹47,000 per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Maximum 35 Years as on 26.10.2026
Job Location
Madhya Pradesh17Indore8

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 12, 2026

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Starts

Oct 12, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 26, 2026

4

Exam Date

Oct 26, 2026

Application Window12 – 26 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date26 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Essential Qualifications: B.A., LL.B. / LL.B. or equivalent Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) from an Indian or accredited foreign university. Requires sound knowledge of IPR research trends, capability to organize academic seminars/workshops, English fluency, and proficiency in MS Office, AI tools, and plagiarism detection software.
Desirable: Teaching/research experience in IPR in premier law universities/colleges and quality research publications in the field of IPR.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 35 years as on the date of interview (October 26, 2026).

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Pre-Registration & Scrutiny

Online SubmissionQualifying Only

Walk-in / Online Personal Interview

Hybrid (Offline Board Room / Online Video Conference)Merit Scored

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In-Person / Verification ScrutinyQualifying Only

Selection will be made through a Walk-in Interview conducted in hybrid mode (both offline at the Board Room, Abhinandan Bhavan, 6th Floor, IIT Indore Campus and online) on October 26, 2026, starting at 12:00 noon. Interested applicants must complete the pre-registration Google Form (https://forms.gle/Fy6sAbNBg5GpeaNZ8) and present their updated CV and original certificates for verification.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Credentials (LL.B. min 55%)Basic ScreeningScrutiny of law graduation degree from recognized Indian or foreign accredited university
IPR Domain Knowledge & Research TrendsInterview AssessmentDepth of doctrinal, empirical, and policy research understanding in Intellectual Property Rights law and international treaties
Research Publications & Teaching ExperienceDesirable PreferencePrior publications in peer-reviewed journals, teaching/research experience in premier law schools
Technical & Digital Tools ProficiencyPractical CompetenceFamiliarity with MS Office, AI-based research assistance tools, and plagiarism detection software
Academic Event Conceptualization & CommunicationInterview EvaluationAbility to conceptualize, draft proposals, and coordinate workshops, FDPs, and seminars under SPRIHA scheme

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The Research Assistant works under the DPIIT-IPR Chair established under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry's SPRIHA scheme at IIT Indore's R&D Section. Daily responsibilities involve conducting doctrinal, empirical, and policy research on patents, trademarks, copyrights, and emerging tech IP. The role involves drafting project proposals, preparing research papers, organizing national conferences and Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), developing IPR toolkits, and liaising with government ministries and academic partners.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Initial engagement is for 1 year, extendable on a yearly basis depending on periodic performance reviews and continuation of the DPIIT-IPR Chair under SPRIHA scheme guidelines. The posting is stationed at the IIT Indore Simrol Campus in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Working hours follow central academic institution schedules with access to state-of-the-art campus infrastructure.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

This is a contractual research project appointment and does not carry regular establishment cadre seniority or promotion avenues at IIT Indore. However, the tenure offers high academic prestige, direct policy exposure to DPIIT and the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, strong publication opportunities, and an ideal stepping stone for PhD, LL.M., or faculty positions in law and technology institutions.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Candidates must complete the online registration form at https://forms.gle/Fy6sAbNBg5GpeaNZ8 before attending the walk-in or online interview on October 26, 2026.
  • Only candidates who have already completed their LL.B. degree with at least 55% marks are eligible; result-awaited candidates should not apply.
  • The post is purely temporary and does not entitle the candidate to any claim for regularization or permanent absorption at IIT Indore.
  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview, and the position is not entitled to allowances like DA, HRA, CCA, Bonus, Gratuity, or LTC.

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

  • UR1
Total Vacancies1

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹47,000/-. Taxable as per norms.

Consolidated remuneration of ₹47,000/- per month under the DPIIT-IPR Chair established under SPRIHA scheme. The position is not entitled to allowances like Bonus, Gratuity, LTC, DA, CCA, etc. Leaves admissible as per rules without leave encashment.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Fill out the mandatory online pre-registration Google Form before the interview date at https://forms.gle/Fy6sAbNBg5GpeaNZ8.
  2. Prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) emphasizing IPR coursework, research papers, conferences, and computer/plagiarism tool proficiency.
  3. For Offline Walk-in Candidates: Report by 12:00 noon on October 26, 2026, at the Board Room, Abhinandan Bhavan, 6th Floor, IIT Indore Campus, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore (M.P.) - 453552, carrying the updated CV, original certificates, one set of self-attested photocopies, and a recent passport-size photograph.
  4. For Online Interview Candidates: Complete the pre-registration form accurately to receive the online interview meeting coordinates from the R&D section. For queries, contact 0731-660-5284.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil / No application fee is charged.

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Candidates must have a B.A., LL.B. / LL.B. or equivalent law degree with at least 55% marks from a recognized university, knowledge of IPR research trends, and proficiency in computer and plagiarism tools.

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