Project Scientist-I, Project Associate-I & Field Worker Posts under COMERCE Project

📋 Job Description

Walk-in interview for recruitment under the project 'Developing Cooperative Modelled Enterprises for Revolutionizing Commercial Ecosystem (COMERCE)'
Project focuses on blockchain technology, smart IoT/AI/ML-enabled solar-powered commercial mushroom production (ISCOMP) for ST community upliftment in Nagaland
Positions include Project Scientist-I, Project Associate-I, and Field Worker
Project duration: 11 months
No campus accommodation or TA/DA provided for candidates

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Project Scientist-I: Ph.D. in Engineering/Technology/Science or Master’s in Engineering/Technology (preferably Electronics/Computer Science/Mechanical/Civil/IT/Agriculture) with 3 years of R&D experience OR Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology (same fields) with 10 years of relevant industrial experience
Project Associate-I: Master’s degree in Natural/Agriculture Sciences/MVSc/Engineering/Technology (preferably Electronics/Computer Science/Mechanical/Civil/IT/Agriculture) OR Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology (same fields) or Medicine from a recognized university
Field Worker: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university

🏆 Selection Process

Selection based on performance in walk-in interview
No separate call letters will be issued to candidates
Interested candidates must apply online via IIT Guwahati’s R&D Recruitment Portal
Walk-in interview scheduled for 11th August 2026 at 11:00 AM at EICT Office, Technology Complex, IIT Guwahati

📊 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 categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) eligible as per government norms
Experience Required	Project Scientist-I: 3 years of R&D experience (academic/industrial) OR 10 years of relevant industrial experience Project Associate-I: Not specified (freshers may apply if qualifications met) Field Worker: Not specified (freshers may apply if qualifications met)
Walk-in Interview Date	11 August 2026

📊 IIT Guwahati Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Project Scientist-I	1
Project Associate-I	1
Field Worker	1
Total	3

📁 Required Documents

Duly filled application form (available on recruitment portal)
Self-attested copies of educational certificates and mark sheets
Proof of work experience (if applicable)
Passport-sized photographs
Government-issued photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Driving License)
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Disability certificate (if applicable)
Project-specific documents (if any, as per portal instructions)

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Project Scientist-I: 1 vacancy (Rs. 68,450 per month)
Project Associate-I: 1 vacancy (Rs. 38,450 per month)
Field Worker: 1 vacancy (Rs. 22,850 per month)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the purpose of the COMERCE project at IIT Guwahati?

A. The COMERCE project aims to develop cooperative modeled enterprises using blockchain technology to revolutionize the commercial ecosystem, specifically focusing on boosting organic mushroom production through smart IoT/AI/ML-enabled solar-powered commercial mushroom production solutions for the upliftment of the ST community in Nagaland.

Q. How many vacancies are available for the Project Scientist - I position?

A. There is 1 vacancy available for the Project Scientist - I position.

Q. What are the qualifications required for the Field Worker position?

A. The Field Worker position requires a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent.

Q. Will candidates receive a call letter for the walk-in interview?

A. No, candidates will not receive a call letter separately. Selection will be based on their performance in the walk-in interview.

Q. Is campus accommodation available for selected candidates?

A. No, campus accommodation will not be available for the selected candidates.