MANIT Bhopal Research Assistant Recruitment 2026

MANIT Bhopal is hiring 1 Research Assistant for the Municipal Corporation Katni sponsored project titled Development of Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) for Katni. If you have a B.Arch or B.Plan with M.Plan or M.Tech in Transport Planning/Engineering and at least 1 year of professional experience, you can apply. The position offers a fellowship of Rs. 40,000 per month for a duration of 6 months. The last date to apply is 15 June 2026 (5 PM).

MANIT Bhopal Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, has released a notification for 1 Research Assistant position in the Department of Architecture and Planning. The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the CMP Katni research project sponsored by Municipal Corporation, Katni. There is no written exam — selection is based on shortlisting and an interview (online or offline mode). Candidates with prior CMP project experience get preference.

Who Can Apply?

• Essential Qualification: B.Arch / B.Plan with M.Plan / M.Tech in Transport Planning / Transport Engineering
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of professional experience
• Preference: Candidates with experience of working on CMP (Comprehensive Mobility Plan) projects
• Skills required: Proficiency in research report writing, data analysis, and academic communication
• Computer knowledge: Working knowledge of GIS and AutoCAD is a must

Salary

• Selected candidate will get a fellowship of Rs. 40,000 per month (consolidated)
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview
• Duration of engagement: 6 months, co-terminus with the project

How to Apply

1. Prepare a single PDF file containing your application form, CV, degree certificates, mark sheets, statement of purpose (max 500 words) and experience certificates.
2. Email the single PDF to the Principal Investigator at rahultiwari@manit.ac.in with subject line: Application for Research Assistant - CMP Katni Research Project.
3. Send the hard copy by Courier or Speed Post to: Dr. Rahul Tiwari, Principal Investigator - CMP Katni Research Project, Department of Architecture and Planning, MANIT, Bhopal - 462003.
4. Both email and hard copy must reach by 5 PM on 15 June 2026.
5. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email for the interview (online or offline).

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply (Email and Hard Copy): 15 June 2026 (by 5 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced (shortlisted candidates will be informed via email)

• Conduct field surveys and primary data collection for the Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) of Katni
• Analyse transport, land use, and mobility data using GIS and statistical tools
• Prepare maps, plans, and design layouts using AutoCAD and GIS software
• Draft technical reports, mobility studies, and project deliverables for the CMP Katni project
• Coordinate with the Principal Investigator and Municipal Corporation Katni officials
• Assist in stakeholder consultations, public meetings, and presentations
• Support academic communication, research publications and project documentation