Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Vacancy

This role is ideal for fresh B.Tech graduates in various engineering disciplines (Mining, Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, Environmental, Earth Sciences) who possess strong programming and machine learning skills. Candidates with a demonstrable portfolio of project work (e.g., via GitHub, Kaggle) and meeting a minimum academic performance of 70% CGPA are highly encouraged to apply. It suits individuals looking for short-term project exposure in AI-enabled mine inspection and data analysis.

Candidates exceeding 25 years of age (unless eligible for specific age relaxations or having relevant research/work experience) should not apply. Those seeking a permanent government position or a higher pay scale will find this temporary, consolidated fellowship role unsuitable. Individuals without a strong foundation in programming and machine learning, or without demonstrable project work, will not meet the essential or desirable criteria.

Working as a Research Assistant at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, a premier institute, offers valuable exposure to a funded project on AI-enabled mine safety. While the position is temporary and has a modest fellowship, it provides a strong foundation for future research or industry roles in AI/ML and engineering. The experience gained under a Principal Investigator in a prestigious institution can significantly enhance one's resume and open doors for higher studies or specialized job opportunities.