Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad
Contractual / Regular

IIT ISM Project Associate Recruitment 2026

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Oct. 7, 2026
Senior Project Associate

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B.Tech167
M.Tech102
Ph.D86
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Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
₹42,000/- Per Month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Maximum 40 Years
Job Location
Jharkhand9Dhanbad1

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 6, 2026

2

Starts

Oct 6, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window6 – 12 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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Educational Qualification

Master's degree in Natural or Agricultural Science OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine with 8 years' R&D experience in Industrial/Academic institutions or S&T organisations; OR Ph.D. in Science/Engineering/Technology/Pharma/MD/MS with 4 years' research experience. Desirable: M.Tech in Electrical Engineering with B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation disciplines.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 40 years as on October 12, 2026. Age relaxation as per Government of India norms.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Screening of Qualifications & Research Experience

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Personal Interview before Selection Committee

OfflineMerit Scored

Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and project requirements. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview before the Selection Committee at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad. Candidates must make their own stay arrangements at Dhanbad; no TA/DA will be paid.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Evaluation Component40 MarksAcademic Credentials & Relevant R&D Experience in Electrical/Sensors/AI
Evaluation Component30 MarksResearch Publications, Patents, and Technical Contributions
Evaluation Component30 MarksPerformance in Personal Interview before the Selection Committee

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The Senior Project Associate functions in the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad under the mentorship of Prof. Sanjoy Mandal. Core tasks include the design, fabrication, and experimental validation of AI-integrated optical/chemical sensor arrays for continuous real-time telemetry of microplastic pollutants in marine environments, collaborating with oceanographic and seaweed/fishery researchers.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Tenure is 2 years (contractual, temporary, co-terminus with project) stationed at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad campus, with potential field visits for marine sensor deployment.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Senior research staff position funded by Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt. of India. Offers substantial professional leadership, advanced R&D credentials, and competitive standing for subsequent scientist or faculty appointments.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Extensive Research Experience Mandatory: Candidates with a Master's degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences or B.Tech must possess at least 8 years of post-qualification R&D experience; Ph.D. holders must have at least 4 years of research experience.
  • Tight Application Timeline: Applications close on October 12, 2026 at 12:00 midnight.
  • Accommodation & Travel: Shortlisted candidates attending in-person interview must make their own stay arrangements at Dhanbad; no TA/DA is provided.
  • Desirable Specialization: Priority given to candidates with an M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering and B.Tech. in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation disciplines.

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 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed consolidated monthly fellowship of ₹42,000/- per month for 2 years project tenure.

Consolidated monthly fellowship of ₹42,000/- per month under Department of Biotechnology (DBT) project guidelines.

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 (ISM) Dhanbad Project Openings portal at people.iitism.ac.in/~research/Projectopening.php.
  2. Locate the opening under Project No. SRDP 1342G (Department of Biotechnology project titled "Design and Development of AI-Integrated Sensors for Continuous Monitoring of Ocean Environment Microplastic Pollution") mentored by Prof. Sanjoy Mandal.
  3. Submit the online application along with detailed Bio-data, academic certificates, experience proof, and research publication records.
  4. Ensure the application is submitted before October 12, 2026, 12:00 midnight.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is prescribed.

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Candidates must hold either a Master's in Natural/Agricultural Science or B.Tech in Engineering with 8 years of R&D experience, OR a Ph.D. in Science/Engineering/Technology with 4 years of post-doctoral/industrial research experience.

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