Project Associate (PA_I) for ANRF-ARG Sponsored Project

National Institute of Technology Silchar

Total Vacancies

Job Location

Silchar, Assam

Apply Deadline

17 Aug 2026

🚫 Applications Closed 📄 View PDF Notification

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar)
Job Category	Technical
Eligibility Qualification	B.Tech (btech), M.Tech (mtech)
Number of Vacancies	1 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹30,000 - ₹37,000 Per Month
Age Limits	Maximum 30 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Application Fee	- No application fee mentioned; candidates are expected to apply via email.

📄 Details & Description

- Temporary project-based position under the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
- Development of a Trifecta Hydro System for off-grid power, fire suppression, and water supply in Himalayan communities.
- Project funded by Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF).
- Duration: 12 months initially, extendable based on fund availability and performance review.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Indian citizens only.
- Maximum age limit: 30 years as of the application closing date (17.08.2026).
- Essential qualification: B.E/B.Tech or M.Tech in Science/Engineering/Technology with knowledge in mechanical instrumentation, CAD, and ANSYS.
- Desirable qualification: B.Tech/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and fluency in English.
- Relaxation in age and qualifications for SC/ST/OBC/WOMEN/PWD candidates as per Government of India rules.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Shortlisting based on application screening.
- Interview for shortlisted candidates (details communicated via email).
- Final selection subject to performance review and fund availability.
- Selected candidates must submit a no-objection certificate from their current employer/head of department.
- Agreement signing required at the time of joining.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD

📂 Required Documents

- Signed scanned copy of the filled-up application form.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- All relevant educational and professional certificates.
- Caste certificate (if applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates).
- No-objection certificate from the current employer/head of department (at the time of interview or joining).

💳 Application Fee Details

- No application fee mentioned; candidates are expected to apply via email.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the duration of the Project Associate (PA_I) position?

The position is initially for 12 months and is extendable until project completion, subject to the availability of funds and performance review.

Q. What are the essential qualifications required for the Project Associate (PA_I) role?

Applicants must have a B.E/B.Tech or M.Tech degree in Science/Engineering/Technology with knowledge in mechanical instrumentation, CAD, and ANSYS.

Q. What is the salary structure for the selected candidates?

Selected candidates through National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC NET, GATE) or national-level exams receive ₹37,000 + HRA. Others receive ₹30,000 + HRA.

Q. How should applicants submit their application for the Project Associate (PA_I) position?

Applicants must submit a signed scanned copy of the filled application form, CV, and relevant documents via email to ojing@mech.nits.ac.in with the subject line 'Application for the post of Project Associate -I under ANRF-ARG project ANRF/ARG/2025/012234/ENS'.

Q. What documents are required at the time of joining or interview?

A no-objection certificate from the employer/head of department of the respective institute is required at the time of interview or joining.