Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur (IIEST Shibpur) has notified 1 temporary Project Assistant post. Candidates holding a B.Sc. in Applied Geology/ Geology/ Earth Sciences from a recognized University can apply by email. The notified pay for the post is Rs. 27,000 per month, and the selection process consists of short listing followed by an interview. Applicants must submit soft copies of the application letter on plain paper, recent bio-data, mark sheets and certificates on or before the last date of 19 October 2026.
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. ES 1967, dated 09.10.2026 |
| Post Name(s) | Project Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs. 27,000/- per month (consolidated) |
| Application Mode | |
| Job Location | Howrah-711 103, West Bengal |
| Official Website | Official Website |
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 09 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 19 October 2026 (within 10 days of publication) |
| Interview Venue / Date | Department of Earth Sciences, IIEST, Shibpur (To be announced) |
| Project Duration | Upto August, 2030 |
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the Project Assistant post under the Department of Earth Sciences.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant | 1 |
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Eligibility Criteria
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant | B.Sc. in Applied Geology/ Geology/ Earth Sciences from a recognized University. |
Desirable Qualification: 1. M.Sc. in Applied Geology/ Geology/ Earth Sciences from a recognized University. 2. M.Sc. Specialization in Palaeontology/ Sedimentology. 3. Basic knowledge of palaeoclimate and palaeoenvironmental studies.
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Age Limit
Maximum 28 years. The upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Woman and Physically handicapped candidates.
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Salary
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant | Rs. 27,000/- per month (consolidated) |
The position is consolidated and attached to the project titled "Unveiling Climate Dynamics from the Miocene to Holocene in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea through High-Resolution Microfossils Studies and Geochemical Analyses Integrated with Cal/Val Mathematical Modelling Techniques to Predict the Future Climatic Trends" sponsored by the Department of Science & Technology, Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (DST-INSPIRE), GoI.
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Selection Process
The selection process comprises short listing followed by an interview.
Short Listing
Short listing may be done before the interview based on applications received.
Interview
The venue of the interview is the Department of Earth Sciences, IIEST, Shibpur. Short listed candidates must provide valid email ID and phone number for communicating the date of interview.
How to Apply for IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant
- Prepare an application letter on plain paper.
- Compile your recent bio-data, mark sheets, and certificates.
- Send soft copies of the application letter, bio-data, mark sheets, and certificates through e-mail within 10 days of the publication of the advertisement to Dr. Lopamudra Roy, Project Investigator.
- Send the email to [email protected] and [email protected].
- Ensure the application mentions a valid e-mail ID and phone number for communication regarding the interview date.
Documents Required
- Application letter on plain paper
- Recent bio-data
- Mark sheets
- Certificates
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Important Instructions
- All documents should be self-attested.
- Physical documents will be verified at the time of joining.
- The selection will be cancelled if any discrepancies are found in the documents at the time of physical verification.
- Applications must mention a valid e-mail id and phone number for communicating the date of interview.
- Soft copies must be sent within 10 days of the publication of the advertisement in the institute's website.
IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | View Advertisement No. ES 1967, dated 09.10.2026 |
| Official Website | Visit IIEST Shibpur Website |
