NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1 Project Associate-I Post

NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026

National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for the post of Project Associate-I under the Department of Mechanical Engineering. A total of 1 vacancy is available for eligible Indian citizens. Interested candidates can submit their applications through email on or before 20 November 2026. For complete details regarding eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process and application procedure, candidates can visit the official website nits.ac.in.

NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar, Assam, has invited applications from eligible Indian citizens for one temporary Project Associate-I position under the DRDO-AR&DB sponsored research project titled “Uncertainty quantification of multiscale flutter analysis of composites”. The project is sponsored by the Aeronautics R&D Board (AR&DB) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Government of India.

Candidates possessing B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech qualifications in Mechanical Engineering and related branches can apply for the post. The selected candidate will receive salary and emoluments as per DST norms related to GATE and Non-GATE candidates. The application process will be conducted through email, and the last date for submission is 20 November 2026.

Details of NIT Silchar Recruitment 2026

National Institute of Technology Silchar has announced a recruitment notification for the temporary post of Project Associate-I under its Department of Mechanical Engineering. Candidates can check the complete recruitment details below.

NIT Silchar Job Vacancy Details

National Institute of Technology Silchar has invited applications for the Project Associate-I position under a sponsored research project in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Total Number of Vacancies: 01

NIT Silchar Recruitment 2026 Post-wise Vacancy Details

NIT Silchar 1 Project Associate-I Eligibility Details

Candidates interested in applying for the Project Associate-I post at NIT Silchar must fulfil the educational qualification and age limit requirements mentioned in the recruitment notification.

Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for this recruitment.

NIT Silchar Project Associate-I Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications:

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science & Engineering, Production Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering.

OR

• M.E./M.Tech or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering and related branches of Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University.

Other terms and conditions will be as per DRDO-AR&DB guidelines.

Desirable Qualification:

• Expertise or strong interest in Design, Manufacturing, Production, Tribology or Material Science.
• Hands-on experience in design and simulation, development and testing of composites will be given preference.
• Throughout First Class in academic career is preferred.

NIT Silchar Project Associate-I Age Limit

The maximum age limit for the Project Associate-I post is 35 years as on the closing date of application.

Age Relaxation:

SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates will receive relaxation in qualification and age as per Government of India Rules and Regulations. The notification does not specify the relaxation period in years.

NIT Silchar Application Fees, Salary Details & Selection Process

Candidates applying for NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026 can check the application fee, salary and selection process details below.

Application Fees

The official notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment.

Salary Details

The selected candidate will receive salary and emoluments as per DST norms related to GATE and Non-GATE candidates.

The notification does not mention a fixed monthly salary amount.

Project Tenure

The project duration is 3 years or until completion of the project, whichever is earlier.

Extension will be based on a performance review conducted every 6 months. Selected candidates must sign an agreement at the time of joining.

Selection Process

The selection process for NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026 will be based on the following procedure:

1. Screening of Applications.
2. Shortlisting of Eligible Candidates.
3. Personal Interview.

The Institute may restrict the number of candidates called for interview based on the screening of applications. Call letters will be sent to shortlisted candidates through email. The date, time and venue of the interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply for NIT Silchar Jobs 2026

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the NIT Silchar Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 through email by following the steps given below:

1. Visit the official website of NIT Silchar at https://www.nits.ac.in/.
2. Download the official recruitment notification and application form.
3. Fill in the application form provided under the heading “Format of Application for Project Associate-I” on pages 2 and 3 of the notification.
4. Paste a recent passport-size coloured photograph in the application form.
5. Sign the completed application form and scan it.
6. Prepare your C.V. and all other relevant supporting documents.
7. Attach the signed scanned application form, C.V. and relevant documents to your email.
8. Send the application to the Principal Investigator at sudip@mech.nits.ac.in.

Email Subject Line:

“Application for the post of Project Associate-I under DRDO-AR&DB project ARDB/SP/4035/2129”

The application must be received on or before 20 November 2026. Candidates do not need to send a hard copy of the application.

Documents Required:

• Signed scanned copy of the filled-up application form.
• Recent passport-size coloured photograph.
• C.V.
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Caste or category certificate, if applicable.
• NET/GATE details, if applicable.
• Other relevant supporting documents.

Employed candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of interview.

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NIT Silchar Important Dates for Project Associate-I Job

Candidates can check the important dates for NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026 below.

Download NIT Silchar Official Notification and Official Online Apply Link

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their applications.

Important Instructions:

• Applications will be screened before candidates are shortlisted for the interview.
• Employed candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.
• No candidate may be recruited if suitable candidates are not found.
• Selected candidates must sign an agreement at the time of joining.
• Interview call letters will be sent to shortlisted candidates by email only.

Contact Details:

• Phone: 03842-242914
• Fax: 03842-224797

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