Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) has released a new notification for 2 contractual posts of Project Fellow and Research Associate. This is a good opportunity for candidates who want to work in a top research institute.
There will be no written exam. Selection will be done through screening and interview only.
Recruitment Overview
Organization: IIT Roorkee
Post Name: Project Fellow & Research Associate
Total Vacancies: 2
Job Type: Contract-based
Application Mode: Email
Last Date to Apply: 10 March 2026
Official Website: www.iitr.ac.in
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Salary (Per Month) | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Project Fellow | ₹40,000 – ₹1,00,000 + HRA | As per institute rules |
| Research Associate | ₹30,000 – ₹75,000 + HRA | As per institute rules |
Candidates should check the official notification for exact age details.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For Project Fellow:
PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)
ORPhD in Energy Systems Modelling and Analysis
For Research Associate:
Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
ORMaster’s in Operations Research / Management
ORMaster’s in Applied Optimization in Energy
Age Limit & Reservation
Age limit will be as per IIT Roorkee rules.
Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates if qualifications and experience are equal.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category.
General/OBC – Nil
SC/ST – Nil
PwD – Nil
Selection Process
The recruitment will be merit-based.
Application Screening
Interview (Online or Offline)
Final selection based on academic record and interview performance
There will be no competitive written exam.
How to Apply (Email Mode)
Candidates must apply through email before 10 March 2026.
Follow these steps:
Read the official notification carefully.
Prepare a detailed bio-data (CV).
Attach scanned copies of:
Educational certificates
Experience certificates
ID proof (Aadhar/Voter ID)
Passport-size photograph
Mention the post name clearly in the email subject line.
Send the complete application to the official email address given in the notification.
Make sure to send the email before the last date.
Important Dates
Notification Release Date – 18 February 2026
Last Date to Apply – 10 March 2026
Interview Date – Will be informed via email
Important Links
This is a great opportunity for candidates with Master’s or PhD degrees to work at IIT Roorkee in research projects. Interested applicants should apply before the deadline.