IITG JRF and Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026

About This Job

IIT Guwahati is hiring 2 project staff posts in the Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering. The posts are JRF (GATE) and Scientific Administrative Assistant for an 11-month research project. If you have an Electrical or related Engineering degree with GATE, or a graduate degree for the assistant role, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 5 July 2026, and the walk-in interview is on 6 July 2026.

IIT Guwahati Project Staff Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) has notified 2 temporary project posts under the project titled Exploring performance of PV and energy storage integrated modular multilevel converter (MMC). The project is handled by the Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering. Selection is through walk-in interview only, so applicants should be ready to attend in person at the EEE Department if they apply.

The project reference in the notification is xEEESPNANRF01137xxCK009_TSA(Hybrid)_4211. The recruitment is suitable for one technical research profile and one administrative support profile. The JRF role is meant for engineering candidates with a GATE qualification, while the assistant role is meant for graduates who can support project administration, spreadsheets, records, and database work.

Vacancy Details

Appointment period: Both posts are for 11 months. The notification also says no campus accommodation will be provided. Since the number of vacancies is small, you should make sure your online application clearly matches the post you choose.

Work location: The walk-in interview venue is the Conference Room, First Floor, EEE Department, IIT Guwahati. The project is linked to IIT Guwahati, Assam, so applicants should be prepared for project work at the institute if selected.

Who Can Apply?

For JRF (GATE)

• Qualification: You need a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related Engineering branch.
• GATE: You must be GATE qualified.
• Project fit: The role suits candidates interested in power electronics, PV systems, energy storage, and modular multilevel converters.
• Interview readiness: You should be able to explain your engineering background and project interest during the walk-in interview.

For Scientific Administrative Assistant

• Qualification: You need a graduate degree in any discipline.
• Preferred qualification: A graduate degree in Computer Application or Commerce is desirable.
• Preferred experience: Experience in Microsoft Office, Excel, and database handling will help for this role.
• Role fit: This post suits candidates who can manage project data, office records, and day-to-day administrative support.

Salary

• JRF (GATE): Rs. 37,000 pay + Rs. 7,400 HRA = Rs. 44,400 per month.
• Scientific Administrative Assistant: Rs. 24,000 pay + Rs. 4,800 HRA = Rs. 28,800 per month.
• Medical allowance: The notification shows Rs. 0 medical allowance for both posts.
• Accommodation: IIT Guwahati has clearly stated that no campus accommodation will be available for selected candidates.
• Travel support: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the test or interview.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

The notification mentions walk-in interview as the selection method. No separate call letter will be sent to applicants, so you should follow the interview date, time, and venue given in the notification.

1. Online application: Apply through the IIT Guwahati R&D recruitment portal before the deadline.
2. Walk-in interview: Attend the interview on 6 July 2026 at 10:00 AM in the Conference Room, First Floor, EEE Department.
3. Performance assessment: IIT Guwahati will assess applicants based on their interview performance and fit for the project role.
4. Final selection: Selection will be based on performance in the walk-in interview.

Clarification contact: For project-related questions, the notification lists Dr. Chandan Kumar, Principal Investigator, email chandank@iitg.ac.in, phone +91-361-258-3467. For technical help with online application, applicants may email ernd@iitg.ac.in.

How to Apply

1. Go to the IIT Guwahati R&D recruitment portal at iitg.ac.in/rndproj/recruitment.
2. Search for the project title Exploring performance of PV and energy storage integrated modular multilevel converter (MMC).
3. Open the relevant position and fill in the online application form.
4. Upload the required details and submit the form before 5 July 2026.
5. For technical help with the portal, email ernd@iitg.ac.in.
6. Attend the walk-in interview with documents supporting your qualification, GATE status if applicable, identity, and experience on 6 July 2026.

Important application note: The notification says applicants must carefully follow the instructions and guidelines on the portal. The relevant position can be accessed by searching the project title, so do not apply under an unrelated project entry.

Important Dates

• Application Start: 17 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 5 July 2026
• Walk-in Interview: 6 July 2026 at 10:00 AM
• Reporting Venue: Conference Room, First Floor, EEE Department, IIT Guwahati

• Work on research activities linked to PV systems, energy storage, and modular multilevel converters
• Assist with experiments, simulations, data collection, and technical documentation
• Prepare project records, reports, and presentation material for review meetings
• Handle administrative coordination, files, spreadsheets, and project databases as assigned
• Support the Principal Investigator and project team in day-to-day research work
• Follow IIT Guwahati project rules, lab safety practices, and reporting timelines