IIT Gandhinagar Postdoctoral Fellow HSS Recruitment 2026

IIT Gandhinagar is hiring 1 Postdoctoral Fellow in the Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) department for a water policy research project. If you have a Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Environmental Economics, Water Policy, or Public Policy, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 30 May 2026. Salary is Rs. 72,000 to Rs. 84,000 per month (consolidated, including HRA). The appointment is for 1 year, extendable for a second year based on performance.

IIT Gandhinagar Postdoctoral Fellow (HSS) Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) has released Advertisement No. IP/10062/Advt0157 dated 19 March 2026 for one Postdoctoral Fellow position in the HSS department. The post is under the supervision of Dr. Praharsh M. Patel for a project titled "Household water management through metering". This is a research-focused, project-based contract position for candidates with a strong background in quantitative economics and water or environmental policy. The project aims to evaluate the impact of household water metering and volumetric pricing on water conservation, service quality, and consumer welfare in Gujarat villages.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Qualifications

• Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Environmental Economics, Water Policy, Planning, Public Policy, or a closely related discipline
• Academic Marks: Minimum 60% or equivalent grade from Graduation onward; minimum 55% or equivalent grade in Class 10th and 12th
• Technical Skills: Strong quantitative skills in micro-econometric analysis; proficiency in R software is essential
• Publications: Demonstrated publication record in water policy, environmental economics, agricultural economics, or applied economics journals
• Experience: Prior experience with choice experiments

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience and willingness to conduct fieldwork in Gujarat
• Knowledge of Gujarati language is an added advantage (not mandatory)
• Prior experience leading a field survey or field experiment

Salary

• Consolidated monthly salary (including HRA): Rs. 72,000 to Rs. 84,000 per month
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): Included in the consolidated amount (HRA not paid separately)
• Salary is as per institute norms for Postdoctoral Fellows

Selection Process

Selection is based on merit evaluation of applications followed by an interview:

1. Application Screening: Applications are reviewed based on qualifications, publication record, and relevant research experience
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (mode to be communicated by the institute)

There is no written examination for this position.

How to Apply

1. Visit the IIT Gandhinagar Project Staff Recruitment Portal at recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff
2. Register yourself on the portal
3. Fill in the online application form with your academic and research details
4. Upload required documents including your CV, Ph.D. certificate, mark sheets, and publication list
5. Submit your application before the last date

For reference to the official advertisement, see Advertisement No. IP/10062/Advt0157 dated 19 March 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 19 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 30 May 2026
• Duration of Appointment: 1 Year (extendable for 2nd year based on performance review)
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Conduct quantitative research on household water demand and metering policy in Gujarat villages
• Perform micro-econometric analysis using R and other statistical tools
• Design and lead field surveys and choice experiments in collaboration with village panchayats and state agencies
• Analyse household-level water metering data to evaluate consumer welfare and price sensitivity
• Prepare and publish research findings in peer-reviewed economics and water policy journals
• Engage with stakeholders including local government officials and state water resource departments
• Prepare project reports and contribute to policy-relevant documentation for local and state bodies