Overview of IIT Kanpur Senior Project Engineer Recruitment 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has announced a prestigious recruitment drive for the position of Senior Project Engineer. This role is ideal for experienced engineering professionals looking to contribute to high-impact research projects. This is a project-based appointment offering a competitive remuneration package and a professional environment at one of India's premier technical institutions.

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they meet the following educational and experience requirements to be considered for the role:

• Ph.D. in Engineering Stream; OR
• M.E./M.Tech. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience; OR
• B.Tech. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Desirable Skills: Experience in power electronics, electrical motor design, PCB design (Eagle/Altium), control electronics, and embedded systems. Candidates with exposure to medical device development and the biomedical product lifecycle will be given preference.

Salary Structure

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated monthly salary ranging from INR 38,800 to INR 96,400. Exceptional candidates with extensive experience may be considered for a higher starting salary based on institutional norms.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should strictly follow the instructions provided by IIT Kanpur to ensure their application is processed:

1. Draft a comprehensive Bio-data (Resume) highlighting your educational qualifications and professional experience.
2. Gather self-attested copies of all your academic certificates, experience letters, and identity proof.
3. Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of your email.
4. Send your complete application package via email to the address specified in the official notification.
5. Ensure the email reaches the authority on or before 2026-06-02.

Important Instructions

• Read the official notification PDF thoroughly before applying to ensure all criteria are met.
• Keep a copy of your sent email for future correspondence.
• The application fee is not applicable for this recruitment drive.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q: What is the last date to apply?
  A: The application must be submitted by 2026-06-02.
• Q: Is there an application fee for this post?
  A: No, there is no application fee mentioned for this recruitment.
• Q: What is the nature of this job?
  A: This is a project-based appointment at IIT Kanpur.
• Q: Can B.Tech graduates apply?
  A: Yes, B.Tech graduates in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 5 years of experience are eligible.
• Q: How will the selection be done?
  A: Selection details are provided in the official notification; candidates should review the link below for specifics.