- Recruitment for 14 positions under the 'Sustainable Bio-Resource Innovation Program' at IIT Guwahati's School of Agro and Rural Technology.
- Positions include Field Coordinator, Pearl Culture Consultant, Community Lead, Technical Worker (Herbal Value Chain), Nutraceutical Expert, and others.
- All positions are contractual with a duration of 3 months.
- No campus accommodation will be provided for selected candidates.
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Various Vacancies under Sustainable Bio-Resource Innovation Program
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Total Vacancies
14
Job Location
Guwahati, Assam
Apply Deadline
21 Aug 2026
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๐ Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | 8th Pass (8th-pass), 12th Pass (Intermediate) (12th-pass), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 14 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | โน8,000 - โน60,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Minimum experience varies by post: 1 year to 6 years in relevant fields. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned in the notification. |
๐ Details & Description
๐ Eligibility Criteria
- Field Coordinator: Masterโs Degree in Life Sciences with 3 yearsโ experience in Aquaculture and developing scaling cooperatives, SHGs, FPOs, etc.
- Pearl Culture Consultant: Masterโs Degree in Fisheries with at least 6 yearsโ experience in Aquaculture; preferably with community engagement and skill development experience in North East India.
- Community Lead: Bachelorโs degree in Science/Humanities with 2 yearsโ experience in pearl culture and working with cooperatives, SHGs, and FPOs for farming practices.
- Technical Worker (Herbal Value Chain): M. Sc. in Life Sciences/Horticulture with 1 year of experience in tissue culture.
- Nutraceutical Expert: M. Sc. in Chemistry/Food Sciences with 3 yearsโ experience in the relevant field.
- Unskilled Worker (Herbal Value Chain): 12th Passed with 3 yearsโ experience in horticulture cultivation and working in Not-For-Profit organizations.
- Community Worker (Herbal Value Chain): 8th Pass with 2 years of relevant experience.
- Field Manager: Any graduate with 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
- Technical Worker (Bioeconomy): Any graduate with at least 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
- Community Worker (Bioeconomy): Class 8th passed with relevant experience.
- Subject Matter Expert (Edible Gum Processing): M. Sc. in Food Science & Technology with adequate exposure in food production design.
- Project Supervisor: Any graduate with at least 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
- Unskilled Worker (Edible Gum): 12th Pass out with 3 years of experience in Industry.
- Implementing Associate: Any graduate with at least 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
- Pearl Culture Consultant: Masterโs Degree in Fisheries with at least 6 yearsโ experience in Aquaculture; preferably with community engagement and skill development experience in North East India.
- Community Lead: Bachelorโs degree in Science/Humanities with 2 yearsโ experience in pearl culture and working with cooperatives, SHGs, and FPOs for farming practices.
- Technical Worker (Herbal Value Chain): M. Sc. in Life Sciences/Horticulture with 1 year of experience in tissue culture.
- Nutraceutical Expert: M. Sc. in Chemistry/Food Sciences with 3 yearsโ experience in the relevant field.
- Unskilled Worker (Herbal Value Chain): 12th Passed with 3 yearsโ experience in horticulture cultivation and working in Not-For-Profit organizations.
- Community Worker (Herbal Value Chain): 8th Pass with 2 years of relevant experience.
- Field Manager: Any graduate with 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
- Technical Worker (Bioeconomy): Any graduate with at least 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
- Community Worker (Bioeconomy): Class 8th passed with relevant experience.
- Subject Matter Expert (Edible Gum Processing): M. Sc. in Food Science & Technology with adequate exposure in food production design.
- Project Supervisor: Any graduate with at least 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
- Unskilled Worker (Edible Gum): 12th Pass out with 3 years of experience in Industry.
- Implementing Associate: Any graduate with at least 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
โ๏ธ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on the performance of the candidate in the online interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email on 24th August 2026 about the interview time.
- Interview date: 27th August 2026 (Thursday) at 10:00 AM onwards.
- Mode of interview: Online (link shared with shortlisted candidates only).
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email on 24th August 2026 about the interview time.
- Interview date: 27th August 2026 (Thursday) at 10:00 AM onwards.
- Mode of interview: Online (link shared with shortlisted candidates only).
๐ท๏ธ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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๐ Required Documents
- Candidates must apply online via the IIT Guwahati R&D Recruitment Portal (https://iitg.ac.in/rndproj/recruitment).
- No physical documents are required for the application process as per the notification.
- No physical documents are required for the application process as per the notification.
๐ณ Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
โ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the 'Sustainable Bio-Resource Innovation Program' at IIT Guwahati?
There are a total of 14 vacancies across 14 different posts under this program.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for these positions at IIT Guwahati?
The last date to apply online is 21st August 2026 till 5:00 PM.
Q.
When will the online interviews be conducted for these posts?
The online interviews are scheduled for 27th August 2026 (Thursday) at 10:00 AM onwards.
Q.
What is the consolidated pay for the Pearl Culture Consultant position?
The consolidated pay for the Pearl Culture Consultant position is Rs. 60,000 per month.
Q.
Who should I contact for technical assistance regarding the online application process?
For technical assistance, candidates may contact 0361-258-2759 or email proman@iitg.ac.in.