Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur — Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy (SRIC)
Cut-off Date: 25 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 35 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 26 Aug 1991 to 25 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 26 Aug 1991 to 25 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 26 Aug 1988 to 25 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 26 Aug 1986 to 25 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 26 Aug 1986 to 25 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +10 yrs | 26 Aug 1981 to 25 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on 25 Aug 2026)
The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has issued an official recruitment notification for Research Assistant - Linguistics, announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in West Bengal. The online application window opens on 25 June 2025 and closes on 25 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Master's degree in Linguistics with at least 2 years of field experience in minor/endangered Indian languages. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 35 years., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 per month (contractual).. The selection procedure comprises Merit-based selection as per the criteria defined by the institute.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 25 Jun 2025 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
25 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Research Assistant - Linguistics |
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| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | Master's degree in Linguistics with at least 2 years of field experience in minor/endangered Indian languages. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years. |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 per month (contractual). |
| Selection Process | Merit-based selection as per the criteria defined by the institute. |
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has released an official notification for the position of Research Assistant (Linguistics) under Advertisement No. IITB/2025/06/2026/01. This is a contractual engagement focused on research in minor or endangered languages of India.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant - Linguistics | 1 | Rs. 37,000 |
Candidates are advised to visit the official portal, complete the registration, and upload all relevant supporting documents, including educational certificates and proof of experience, before the deadline. Ensure that the fieldwork experience mentioned matches the specific requirements for endangered or minor languages to avoid disqualification during the document verification process.
This is a contractual research position at IIT Kharagpur, primarily involving fieldwork related to endangered languages.
The maximum age limit is 35 years. Any relaxation would be subject to the rules of the sponsoring agency as specified in the detailed notification.
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