Various Project-Based Positions under NEST Cluster, IIT Guwahati

📋 Job Description

Multiple project-based positions available under the North Eastern Science and Technology (NEST) Cluster at IIT Guwahati.
Positions include Junior Research Fellows (JRF), Chartered Accountant/Company Secretary, Business Development Officer, Technical Assistant, Office Assistant, and Office Attendant.
Opportunities for freshers and experienced candidates with domain-specific expertise.
Roles involve research, development, administration, finance, and technical support within the NEST Cluster.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

For Junior Research Fellow (JRF): B.Tech/MSc/MCA degree with proficiency in web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
For JRF (GATE): Postgraduate degree in relevant field with Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Data Science/Civil Engineering/MCA. Valid NET/GATE score required. Preference for experienced candidates.
For JRF (GATE) V1: Postgraduate degree in relevant field with Bachelor’s degree in Grass Root Technology/Rural Technology/Biotechnology/Mechanical Engineering/Civil Engineering/Chemical Engineering/Basic Science and allied fields. Valid NET/GATE score required. Preference for experienced candidates.
For JRF (GATE) V4: Postgraduate degree in relevant field with Bachelor’s degree in Material Science/Polymer Science/Mechanical Engineering/Chemical Engineering/Basic Science and allied fields. Valid NET/GATE score required. Preference for experienced candidates.
For Chartered Accountant/Company Secretary: Qualified Chartered Accountant or M.Com with minimum 2 years of core experience in indirect taxes, particularly GST. Experience in startup business impact assessment and IT impact assessment preferred.
For Business Development Officer: Bachelor/Masters/MBA/PhD degree with at least 2 years of experience in HR functions, business administration, or organization development. Demonstrated experience in organizing training programs.
For Technical Assistant: B.Sc/B.A/B.Com with experience in multimedia, animation, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Diploma in Graphic Design, Print and Web publishing. Expertise in social media handling.
For Office Assistant: Bachelor's degree or 10+2 with diploma holders desirable. Basic office skills with at least 2 years of experience in similar organizations.
For Office Attendant: 10+2/Diploma with basic office skills and at least 1 year of experience in similar organizations. LMV driving skills desirable for one post.

🏆 Selection Process

Selection will be based on the performance of candidates in an offline/online interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email from nest@iitg.ac.in.
Interview date: 05 August 2026 (Wednesday) (Tentative).
Interview time: 11:00 AM.
Venue: NEST Cluster, Research Park, IIT Guwahati.
No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Research and Development Section
Location / State	Assam
Job Location	Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati-781039, Assam
Category Eligibility	All
Experience Required	For JRF: Minimum 1 year of experience in web development or related fields (freshers may apply). For JRF (GATE): Preference for experienced candidates. For JRF (GATE) V1: Preference for experienced candidates. For JRF (GATE) V4: Preference for experienced candidates. For Chartered Accountant/Company Secretary: Minimum 2 years of core experience in indirect taxes, particularly GST. For Business Development Officer: Minimum 2 years of experience in HR functions, business administration, or organization development. For Office Assistant: Minimum 2 years of experience in similar organizations. For Office Attendant: Minimum 1 year of experience in similar organizations.

📊 IIT Guwahati Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)	1
Junior Research Fellow (GATE) V2	1
Junior Research Fellow (GATE) V1	1
Junior Research Fellow (GATE) V4	1
Chartered Accountant/Company Secretary	1
Business Development Officer	1
Technical Assistant	1
Office Assistant	3
Office Attendant	2
Total	12

📁 Required Documents

Academic certificates and mark sheets (as per eligibility criteria).
Valid NET/GATE scorecard (for JRF positions requiring it).
Experience certificates (if applicable).
Identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, etc.).
Passport-sized photographs.
Caste certificate (if applicable).
Disability certificate (if applicable).
Any other documents as specified in the online application portal.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 11.
Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 1 vacancy.
Junior Research Fellow (GATE) V2: 1 vacancy.
Junior Research Fellow (GATE) V1: 1 vacancy.
Junior Research Fellow (GATE) V4: 1 vacancy.
Chartered Accountant/Company Secretary: 1 vacancy.
Business Development Officer: 1 vacancy.
Technical Assistant: 1 vacancy.
Office Assistant: 3 vacancies.
Office Attendant: 2 vacancies.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the key qualifications required for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position?

A. For the JRF position, candidates must have a B.Tech/MSc/MCA degree, proficiency in web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and at least 1 year of experience in web development or related fields. Freshers are also eligible to apply.

Q. Is a GATE/NET score mandatory for the JRF (GATE) positions?

A. Yes, a valid NET/GATE score is required for all JRF (GATE) positions. Preference will be given to candidates with experience.

Q. What are the eligibility criteria for the Business Development Officer role?

A. Candidates must have a Bachelor's/Master's/MBA/PhD degree with at least 2 years of experience in HR functions, business administration, or organization development. Experience in organizing training programs is preferred.

Q. Will travel or accommodation expenses be reimbursed for the interview?

A. No, no TA/DA (Traveling Allowance/Daily Allowance) will be paid to candidates for attending the interview or test.

Q. How can I apply for these positions?

A. Interested candidates should apply online through the Research & Development Cell, IIT Guwahati's recruitment portal (https://iitg.ac.in/rndproj/recruitment/). Follow the instructions and search for the relevant project title.