- Online interview for positions under the DBT-funded project titled 'Developing and demonstrating microalgae-based CO2 capture and biomass valorization towards high-performance biomanufacturing of sustainable aviation fuel and biopesticide'.
- Positions are based in the Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati.
- Duration of appointment: 11 months.
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🎓 B.Tech
🎓 M.Tech
🎓 Ph.D.
Research Associate and Junior Research Fellow (GATE) Positions under DBT-funded Project
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati, Guwahati-781039, Assam
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Tech (btech), M.Tech (mtech), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹37,000 - ₹58,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Research Associate: Not specified (PhD required). - JRF (GATE): Not specified (post-graduate degree required). |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- For Research Associate: PhD in Engineering (preferably in Energy/Environment/Chemical Engineering/Biotechnology/Biosciences and Bioengineering) with at least 2 first-author publications on microalgae CO2 capture, microalgae-based biofuels, or microalgae biorefinery.
- For JRF (GATE): Post-graduate degree in Engineering selected through GATE.
- For JRF (GATE): Post-graduate degree in Engineering selected through GATE.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on the performance of the candidate in the online interview scheduled on 01 September 2026 (Tuesday) at 10:00 AM onwards.
- Shortlisted candidates will receive a VC link for the interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will receive a VC link for the interview.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Research Associate and JRF (GATE) positions under this DBT-funded project at IIT Guwahati?
There is 1 vacancy for Research Associate and 1 vacancy for JRF (GATE), totaling 2 vacancies.
Q.
What is the interview date and time for the Research Associate and JRF (GATE) positions at IIT Guwahati?
The online interview is scheduled for 01 September 2026 (Tuesday) at 10:00 AM onwards.
Q.
What is the salary for the Research Associate position under this project?
The salary for the Research Associate position is Rs. 58,000 per month plus HRA of Rs. 10,440, totaling Rs. 68,440 per month.
Q.
What is the salary for the JRF (GATE) position under this project?
The salary for the JRF (GATE) position is Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA of Rs. 6,660, totaling Rs. 43,660 per month.
Q.
Who should I contact for clarifications regarding the Research Associate and JRF (GATE) positions at IIT Guwahati?
For clarifications, contact Prof. K. Mohanty (Principal Investigator) at kmohanty@iitg.ac.in or call 03612582267.