Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur — Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy (SRIC)
Cut-off Date: 31 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 | — | 01 Sep 1991 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 01 Sep 1991 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 01 Sep 1988 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Sep 1986 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Sep 1986 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +10 yrs | 01 Sep 1981 to 31 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on 31 Aug 2026)
The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has issued an official recruitment notification for Research Associate, announcing a total of 4 vacancies located in West Bengal. The online application window opens on 07 August 2026 and closes on 31 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Ph.D. in Mining Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, IT, or Geology with at least two SCI journal papers as first author. 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. 67,000 per month. The selection procedure comprises Based on academic credentials and research publications; shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 07 Aug 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
31 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Research Associate |
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| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Qualification | Ph.D. in Mining Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, IT, or Geology with at least two SCI journal papers as first author. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years |
| Salary | Rs. 67,000 per month |
| Selection Process | Based on academic credentials and research publications; shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview. |
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has issued a formal notification for the recruitment of 4 Research Associate positions. These contractual roles are intended for specialized research domains including Mining Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Geosciences. Interested candidates should review the official documentation to ensure their research background aligns with the specific technical requirements defined by the project investigators.
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline. Preference is given to applicants with proven research experience documented by peer-reviewed publications.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Ph.D. in Mining Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, IT, or Geology |
| Research Output | Minimum two research papers as First Author in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journals |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years (relaxation applicable as per project guidelines) |
The selected candidates will contribute to advanced research projects. The specific domains include:
The selected Research Associates will be entitled to a consolidated monthly stipend of Rs. 67,000.
Yes, age relaxation may be provided in accordance with the rules established by the sponsoring agency for this project.
Candidates must be the First Author on at least two papers published in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journals relevant to the specified mining and geological domains.
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