Ph.D. in Earth Sciences with at least 20 years of relevant professional experience in seismic hazard assessment and earthquake design parameters for major infrastructure projects (dams, HEPs, bridges), including at least 10 years of post-graduate teaching and research supervision experience.
Contractual / RegularSep. 11, 2026
IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Project Consultant (Earthquake Engineering) Post
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Sep. 11, 2026Project Consultant
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Vacancies
01 Post
Pay Scale
₹1,50,000/- per month + HRA
Age Limit
Minimum 45 Years (Commensurate with 20+ years post-PhD experience; up to 65 years as per project norms)
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 10, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 10, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 18, 2026
4
Exam Date
Sep 26, 2026
Application Window10 – 18 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date26 Sep 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Candidate must have completed Ph.D. with at least 20 years of relevant experience. Standard superannuation upper limit of 65 years applies for expert consultancy appointments.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application & CV Scrutiny
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Walk-in / In-Person Interview
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Selection is based on application scrutiny followed by a personal interview on 26 September 2026 at 10:15 AM in the Department of Earthquake Engineering, IIT Roorkee. Evaluation covers doctoral research credentials, seismic hazard analysis expertise (IS 1893:2016), teaching/supervision track record, and technical domain presentation. Preference is given to SC/ST candidates on equal qualifications and experience.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
Verified Official SourceOfficial weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.
| Evaluation Area / Component | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|
| Doctoral Academic Standing & Research Publications in Earth Sciences | Quality and volume of peer-reviewed research publications, citations, and doctoral expertise in seismology/geotechnical earthquake engineering |
| Site-Specific Seismic Hazard & Engineering Design Experience | Demonstrated track record in seismic hazard assessment, Ground Motion Prediction Equations (GMPEs), response spectra, and dam/HEP infrastructure safety as per IS 1893: 2016 |
| Post-Graduate Teaching & Research Supervision | Minimum 10 years of post-graduate teaching and proven supervision of M.Tech. and Ph.D. scholars in earthquake engineering |
| Technical Interview & Project Domain Demonstration | Interview committee assessment on technical vision for Pandoh Dam seismic evaluation, data interpretation, and advisory leadership |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
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High-level technical advisory and academic research environment within the Department of Earthquake Engineering at IIT Roorkee. The Project Consultant leads site-specific seismic hazard and ground motion design parameter investigations for the Pandoh Dam project, sponsored by the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB). Work involves deep integration of geological, geotechnical, and seismological data, application of GMPEs and response spectra under IS 1893:2016, mentoring project research scholars, and drafting high-level technical safety reports for national river valley projects.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Fixed-term consultancy engagement for a duration of 01 Year co-terminus with the project scope. The engagement is purely temporary and contractual, conferring no entitlement to regular absorption or permanent faculty cadre status at IIT Roorkee.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Contractual expert consultant roles operate outside the institutional faculty promotion hierarchy. However, heading an apex seismic design consultancy for BBMB at IIT Roorkee offers national distinction, empanelment on dam safety review panels, and premier standing across international geotechnical advisory boards.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Applications must be submitted via email to [email protected] by 18 September 2026 (04:00 PM) sharp; late submissions will not be entertained.
- Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Earth Sciences with a minimum of 20 years relevant experience, including at least 10 years of M.Tech/Ph.D. teaching and research supervision.
- Original degrees, marksheets, and experience certificates must be produced physically at the time of the interview on 26 September 2026 (10:15 AM); failure to produce originals leads to immediate disqualification.
- No TA/DA or travel reimbursement is admissible for attending the in-person interview at IIT Roorkee.
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 Vacancies01 Post
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Fixed consolidated remuneration of ₹1,50,000/- per month plus HRA for a duration of 01 Year under the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) sponsored project.
Fixed consolidated monthly emoluments of ₹1,50,000/- plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per institute consultancy project rules.
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Application Procedure
- Prepare an application on plain paper accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing chronological academic qualifications, doctoral research, industrial/field experience, and M.Tech/Ph.D. supervision track record.
- Attach self-attested copies of doctoral degree, post-graduate degrees, mark sheets, and documented experience certificates.
- Submit the complete application dossier by email to the Office of the Principal Investigator (Dr. B.K. Maheshwari) at
[email protected]on or before 18 September 2026 (04:00 PM). - Appear for the interview on 26 September 2026 at 10:15 AM at the Department of Earthquake Engineering, IIT Roorkee, carrying all original degree certificates, testimonials, and experience records for physical verification.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
No application fee is payable.
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Deadline
Sep 18, 2026
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Exam Date
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application & CV Scrutiny
Offline / OnlineQualifying Only
Walk-in / In-Person Interview
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection is based on application scrutiny followed by a personal interview on 26 September 2026 at 10:15 AM in the Department of Earthquake Engineering, IIT Roorkee. Evaluation covers doctoral research credentials, seismic hazard analysis expertise (IS 1893:2016), teaching/supervision track record, and technical domain presentation. Preference is given to SC/ST candidates on equal qualifications and experience.
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The Project Consultant receives fixed consolidated emoluments of ₹1,50,000/- per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per IIT Roorkee project consultancy rules.
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