IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026: Project Scientist-I (01 Post) – Apply Online @ iitg.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Post: Project Scientist-I
• Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Engineering/Technology/Science or Master's degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognized university, preferably in Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Agriculture, or equivalent; and minimum 3 years of Research & Development experience in industrial/academic institutions, Science & Technology organizations, or related scientific activities and services.
• Desirable Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology, preferably in Electronics, Computer Science, IT, Agriculture, or equivalent, with 10 years of relevant industrial experience.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Selection will be based on the performance of the candidate in the Offline/Online Interview scheduled for 16 October 2026 at 11:00 AM. The venue for the offline interview is the E&ICT Office, Technology Complex, IIT Guwahati. Candidates will not be sent any separate call letter or admit card. Shortlisted candidates are advised to check the IIT Guwahati recruitment portal for updates. No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for appearing in the interview. No campus accommodation will be available for the selected candidate.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• Ph.D. / Master's Degree Certificate and Consolidated Mark Sheets
• B.E./B.Tech Degree Certificate and Mark Sheets (if applicable)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (Research & Development experience)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

How to Apply

• Visit the Recruitment Portal of Research & Development Cell, IIT Guwahati at the official website.
• Search for the project title as mentioned in the advertisement.
• Carefully follow the instructions and guidelines provided on the portal.
• Fill out the online application form with the required details.
• Submit the application before the last date of 14 October 2026.

Important Instructions

• Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for an Offline/Online Interview on 16 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
• The venue for the interview is the E&ICT Office, Technology Complex, IIT Guwahati.
• Candidates will not receive any call letter separately.
• No campus accommodation will be available for the selected candidates.
• No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for appearing in the interview.
• For technical assistance related to the online application process, candidates may email [email protected].

Important Links

• Download IIT Guwahati Project Scientist-I Official Notification PDF
• Visit IIT Guwahati Official Website

• Download IIT Guwahati Project Scientist-I Official Notification PDF ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.
• Visit IIT Guwahati Official Website ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

3. What is the application fee for this recruitment?

• The official notification does not explicitly mention any application fee for the Project Scientist-I position at IIT Guwahati.

5. What is the monthly salary for Project Scientist-I at IIT Guwahati?

• The total monthly remuneration for Project Scientist-I is Rs. 68,450, which includes a basic pay of Rs. 56,000, House Rent Allowance (HRA) of Rs. 11,200, and Medical Allowance of Rs. 1,250.