Research Associate for Paper & Packaging Technology Project

📋 Job Description

- Project involves sampling and testing of paper samples under a PDF grant.
- Position is for a Research Associate role in the Department of Paper & Packaging Technology.
- Duration of the project is one year with a fixed monthly emolument.
- Selected candidates may receive support for PhD admission at a later stage.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Indian nationals only are eligible to apply.
- Required qualification: M.Tech in Biotechnology with 3 years of industrial experience.
- Alternatively, candidates pursuing PhD studies with 4 years of relevant experience are eligible.
- Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates with equal qualifications and experience.

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection will be based on an interview conducted on 07.06.2026 at 4:00 PM.
- Candidates must bring original degree certificates and experience certificates for verification.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Location / State	Uttarakhand
Job Location	Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand - 247667
Category Eligibility	General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS (All categories eligible as per reservation policy)
Experience Required	3 years of industrial experience for M.Tech candidates or 4 years of experience for PhD candidates.
Last Date to Apply	31 July 2026
Walk-in Interview Date	07 June 2026

📊 IIT Roorkee Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Research Associate	1
Total	1

📁 Required Documents

- Application in plain paper.
- Detailed CV including chronological order of degree certificates.
- Copies of degree certificates and experience certificates.
- Original certificates must be presented during the interview for verification.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 1 (Research Associate).
Reservation categories: Preference for SC/ST candidates with equal qualifications.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for the Research Associate position?

A. Candidates must have an M.Tech in Biotechnology with three years of industrial experience, or if pursuing PhD studies, four years of experience for conducting PhD studies (not yet awarded).

Q. What is the duration of the project position?

A. The duration of the project position is one year.

Q. What are the emoluments for the Research Associate position?

A. The emoluments for the position are fixed at 35,000 Indian Rupees per month.

Q. What documents are required for the application?

A. Applicants must submit an application in plain paper, a detailed CV including chronological discipline of degree certificates obtained, and copies of degree/certificate and experience certificates.

Q. Is travel allowance (TA) or dearness allowance (DA) provided for attending the interview?

A. No, TA/DA is not admissible for attending the interview.