IIT Ropar Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026

IIT Ropar has released notification for 1 Technical Assistant post at the AWaDH (Agriculture and Water Technology Development Hub), a DST-sponsored Technology Innovation Hub. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Agriculture/Horticulture/Food or allied branches can apply online. Last date to apply is 06 April 2026. Salary is Rs 30,000 per month plus HRA.

IIT Ropar Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) has announced a vacancy for 1 Technical Assistant on a contractual basis at its Technology Innovation Hub called AWaDH. This hub operates under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. AWaDH focuses on research and development in agriculture and water technology, and also supports technology-based start-ups working towards sustainable agriculture. This is a great opportunity for engineering graduates interested in agricultural technology and smart farming. The position is based at the IIT Ropar campus in Rupnagar, Punjab.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or in Agriculture/Horticulture/Food or allied branches.
• Minimum Marks: You must have at least 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA. For SC/ST candidates, the requirement is 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA.
• Nationality: Only Indian nationals can apply.

Preferred Background

• Good knowledge of agriculture, fisheries, or agriculture machinery
• Background in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering is preferred
• Prior industrial or research experience will give you an edge
• Practical experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks
• Hands-on experience in farming, indoor farming, or farm machinery design
• Knowledge of automation, sensors, Cyber Physical Systems, electronics, and cloud programming
• Experience in manufacturing machine tool components

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years
• Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India rules for reserved categories.

Salary

• You will get Rs 30,000 per month plus HRA as per DST norms.
• Suitable accommodation on the IIT Ropar campus may also be provided, subject to availability.

Application Fee

• No application fee has been mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process

The selection will involve the following stages:

1. Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email.
2. Written Test / Interview: The committee reserves the right to conduct a written test and/or interview. A limit may be placed on the total number of candidates called.
3. Document Verification: You will need to produce original documents in support of all educational and professional qualifications.

Research Work You Will Do

• Design and development of agricultural products and machinery
• Research and technology development, especially in indoor farming
• Automation of farming using IoT (Internet of Things)
• Smart agriculture projects using Cyber Physical Systems and IoT

How to Apply

1. Go to the official Google Form link provided by IIT Ropar AWaDH.
2. Fill in all your personal, educational, and professional details carefully.
3. Upload the required documents as specified in the form.
4. Review all details and submit the form before the deadline.
5. Save a copy or take a screenshot of your submitted application for future reference.

Contract Duration

• Initial contract period: 1 year
• The contract can be extended beyond one year based on satisfactory performance.
• Regular assessment (half-yearly/yearly) will be conducted.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 06 April 2026

• Assist in the design and development of agricultural products and farm machinery
• Work on research projects related to indoor farming and smart agriculture
• Handle CAD-based design tasks using tools like SolidWorks
• Support automation of farming processes using IoT and sensor-based systems
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for ongoing research projects
• Assist in manufacturing and testing of machine tool components and prototypes
• Maintain laboratory equipment and research facilities in the AWaDH hub