Contractual / Regular

NIT Jamshedpur Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 01 Project Assistant Post (JCSTI Sponsored Project)

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Aug. 14, 2026
Project Assistant (AI Driven Wireless Drone Charging Project)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1 Post (Contractual / Temporary - 6 Months Initial Tenure)
Pay Scale
₹14K / mo
Age Limit
Not exceeding 30 years as on 2026-09-10
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 4, 2026

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Starts

Aug 4, 2026

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Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window4 Aug – 10 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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

Educational Qualification

Qualifications and technical requirements for Project Assistant at NIT Jamshedpur:
Educational Degree / Diploma: Diploma, BCA, B.E., B.Tech., or B.Sc. Engineering with at least 60% marks (or equivalent CGPA) in Electrical Engineering (EE), Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics & Communication (ECE), Mechatronics, Computer Science (CSE), Information Technology (IT), or allied engineering disciplines.
Desirable Skills: Prior working knowledge in Power Electronics converters, magnetic resonance wireless power transfer (WPT), Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning algorithms, and agricultural drone systems.
Age Limit: Up to 30 years as on 10.09.2026, relaxable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD and experienced candidates per Government norms.
Submit the prescribed application form and supporting documents in a single PDF via email to [email protected] by 10.09.2026 (11:59 PM).

Age Limit & Relaxations

The upper age limit is 30 years as on the application deadline (10.09.2026).
• Standard age relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates as per Government of India guidelines and for candidates with relevant research experience.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Submission via Email to [email protected] by 10.09.2026 (11:59 PM)

OnlineQualifying Only

Academic Screening & Shortlisting of Eligible Candidates by Selection Board

OnlineQualifying Only

Technical Interview (Online or In-Person at NIT Jamshedpur)

OfflineMerit Scored

Verification of Original Testimonials & 6-Month Project Appointment Order

OfflineQualifying Only

Selection is conducted through application screening followed by interview:
• Eligible and interested candidates must send their application in the prescribed proforma along with self-attested copies of supporting documents as a single PDF file through email to the PI Dr. Kundan Kumar ([email protected]) mentioning the email subject as 'Application for Project Assistant under JCSTI sponsored project' by 10/09/2026 (11:59 PM).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview (date and online/in-person mode to be notified separately).
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix

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Multi-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria
Diploma / B.Tech / BCA Academic Percentage in EE/EEE/ECE/CSE/Mechatronics
Power Electronics Hardware Design & Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) Basics
AI/ML Embedded Implementation & Agricultural Drone Systems Knowledge
Personal Interview (Technical Aptitude, Prototyping Skills & Motivation)

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.

National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur (NIT Jamshedpur / NITJSR), established in 1960 and upgraded to an Institute of National Importance, has top-tier research laboratories in the Department of Electrical Engineering. This JCSTI-sponsored project focuses on cutting-edge agri-tech hardware: designing high-frequency wireless power transfer (WPT) pads, inductive resonant coupling coils, GaN/SiC power electronic inverter circuits, and embedded AI/ML control algorithms to autonomously dock and recharge agricultural spraying drones and farm robotics in rural Jharkhand fields. The Project Assistant assists in circuit prototyping, PCB layout design, sensor interfacing (microcontrollers/DSP), lab experimentation, and performance logging under Dr. Kundan Kumar. Provides strong practical hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) experience, creating an ideal springboard for M.Tech/Ph.D. admissions at premier IITs/NITs or hardware engineering roles in EV/drone startups.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Initially for 6 months (extendable based on research progress and grant availability), stationed at Department of Electrical Engineering, NIT Jamshedpur, Adityapur, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project Assistant (₹14,000/- p.m.) -> Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I (upon securing GATE / higher funding) -> M.Tech/Ph.D. Scholar -> Hardware R&D Engineer in drone/power electronics industries.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Strict Email Format: Applications must be emailed to [email protected] with the exact subject line 'Application for Project Assistant under JCSTI sponsored project'.
  • Single PDF Constraint: The completed application form and all self-attested supporting certificates must be compiled into one single PDF file.
  • Firm Deadline: Email submission closes strictly at 11:59 PM on 10.09.2026.
  • No TA/DA: No travel allowances or accommodation are admissible for attending the interview or joining duty.

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

  • Project Assistant (JCSTI Wireless Drone Charging Project)1
Total Vacancies1 Post (Contractual / Temporary - 6 Months Initial Tenure)

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

The Project Assistant position carries a fixed consolidated monthly stipend of ₹14,000/- sponsored by the Jharkhand Council on Science Technology and Innovation (JCSTI).

Consolidated monthly fellowship of ₹14,000/-. Temporary project tenure initially for 6 months (extendable based on performance and fund availability).

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

Eligible and interested candidates must submit their application in the prescribed format along with self-attested copies of all supporting documents as a single PDF file.

  • The application should be sent via Email to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Kundan Kumar, at [email protected].
  • The email subject line must clearly state: "Application for Project Assistant under JCSTI sponsored project".
  • For additional information, candidates may contact +91-9006058445.
  • The last date for receipt of applications is September 10, 2026 (11:59 PM).

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is charged.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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NIT Jamshedpur has advertised 1 temporary post of Project Assistant in the Department of Electrical Engineering for an AI-driven portable wireless drone charging project funded by JCSTI.

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