Recruitment for project staff under the project 'Design and Development of a Demonstration Plant for Production of Marketable Grade Green Activated Carbon from Bamboo Dust' at the Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati.
Positions include Project Engineer, Associate Project Engineer, Assistant Project Engineer, Plant Operator, and Lab Attendant with roles in R&D, process development, plant operation, and laboratory support.
Project duration: 11 months with potential extension based on project requirements.
Online interview scheduled for 10th August 2026 at 10:00 AM via Google Meet.
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🎓 10th Pass (Matric)
🎓 12th Pass (Intermediate)
🎓 ITI
🎓 Diploma
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Ph.D.
Various Project Staff Positions for Green Activated Carbon Production Plant
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Total Vacancies
7
Job Location
Guwahati, Assam
Apply Start
01 Jul 2026
Apply Deadline
07 Aug 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass), 12th Pass (Intermediate) (12th-pass), ITI (iti), Diploma (diploma), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 7 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹17,500 - ₹52,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Project Engineer: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in multidisciplinary R&D or technology-development projects. Associate Project Engineer: Experience in material characterization, product-quality evaluation, and process improvement is desirable. Assistant Project Engineer: Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment operation, and maintenance coordination. Plant Operator: Experience in reactor, furnace, boiler, thermal-processing, or pilot-plant operation is desirable. Lab Attendant: Previous laboratory or industrial experience is preferred. |
| Application Fee | No application fee is required for any category of candidates. Applications must be submitted online only through the IIT Guwahati R&D Recruitment Portal. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Project Engineer: PhD in Engineering/Technology; or Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience in Chemical, Mechanical, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related fields.
Associate Project Engineer: Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology; or Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Production, Energy, Environmental, or related disciplines.
Assistant Project Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Production, Environmental, or related disciplines.
Plant Operator: ITI or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Instrumentation, Production Engineering, or related discipline.
Lab Attendant: 10th/12th pass, ITI, or Diploma in a relevant discipline.
Relevant experience in R&D, process development, plant operation, or laboratory practices is preferred for all positions.
Proficiency in software tools such as Python, MATLAB, AI/ML, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and MS Office is required for technical roles.
Associate Project Engineer: Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology; or Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Production, Energy, Environmental, or related disciplines.
Assistant Project Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Production, Environmental, or related disciplines.
Plant Operator: ITI or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Instrumentation, Production Engineering, or related discipline.
Lab Attendant: 10th/12th pass, ITI, or Diploma in a relevant discipline.
Relevant experience in R&D, process development, plant operation, or laboratory practices is preferred for all positions.
Proficiency in software tools such as Python, MATLAB, AI/ML, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and MS Office is required for technical roles.
⚙️ Selection Process
Selection will be based on the candidate’s performance in an online interview conducted on 10th August 2026 at 10:00 AM via Google Meet.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email; application status can be tracked through the recruitment portal.
No travel allowance (TA) or dearness allowance (DA) will be provided for attending the interview.
Final selection is subject to document verification and medical fitness.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email; application status can be tracked through the recruitment portal.
No travel allowance (TA) or dearness allowance (DA) will be provided for attending the interview.
Final selection is subject to document verification and medical fitness.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) are eligible as per government norms.
📂 Required Documents
Scanned copies of educational qualification certificates (degree/diploma/ITI certificates).
Scanned copies of experience certificates (if applicable).
Scanned copy of caste certificate (if applicable for reservation).
Scanned copy of disability certificate (if applicable).
Passport-sized photograph (recent).
Government-issued ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, etc.).
Any other documents as specified in the recruitment portal.
Scanned copies of experience certificates (if applicable).
Scanned copy of caste certificate (if applicable for reservation).
Scanned copy of disability certificate (if applicable).
Passport-sized photograph (recent).
Government-issued ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, etc.).
Any other documents as specified in the recruitment portal.
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee is required for any category of candidates.
Applications must be submitted online only through the IIT Guwahati R&D Recruitment Portal.
Applications must be submitted online only through the IIT Guwahati R&D Recruitment Portal.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the online interview for these positions?
The last date to apply for the online interview is 7th August, 2026.
Q.
Will travel allowances (TA) or dearness allowances (DA) be provided for attending the interview?
No, travel allowances (TA) or dearness allowances (DA) will not be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
Q.
How will shortlisted candidates be informed about their selection for the interview?
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email, and the application status can also be checked on the application portal.
Q.
What are the essential qualifications required for the position of Project Engineer?
Essential qualifications include a PhD in Engineering/Technology, or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, preferably in Chemical, Mechanical, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related disciplines.
Q.
What software skills are required for the position of Associate Project Engineer?
Required software skills include MATLAB, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, process-simulation and data-analysis tools, and MS Office.