IIT Guwahati Project Scientist I Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) Recruitment 2026 for 1 post of Project Scientist I. Candidates Can Apply Online. The last date to apply online is 14-10-2026. The candidate shall apply online through IIT Guwahati official website.

Updated October 07, 2026 01:15 PM

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Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has invited applications for an offline/online interview for the post of Project Scientist - I under the Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering for the project titled "Developing Cooperative Modelled Enterprises for Revolutionizing Commercial Ecosystem (COMERCE), driven by blockchain technology, to boost organic mushroom production by application of state of the art smart IoT/AI/ML Enabled Solar Powered Commercial Mushroom Production (ISCOMP) solutions for the upliftment of ST Community of Nagaland". Eligible candidates can apply online through the recruitment portal of the Research & Development Cell, IIT Guwahati, by 14 October 2026 (Wednesday).

IIT Guwahati Project Scientist Overview

Particulars	Details
Organisation	Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Advertisement No.	2627R-0367-EEEN0883GAUR
Post Name(s)	Project Scientist - I
Total Vacancies	01
Pay	Rs. 68,450.00 (Total amount including HRA and Medical)
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Guwahati, Assam
Official Website	iitg.ac.in

IIT Guwahati Project Scientist Important Dates

Event	Date
Last date of Application	14 October 2026 (Wednesday)
Interview Date and Time	16 October 2026 (Friday) at 11:00 AM

IIT Guwahati Project Scientist Vacancy Details

There is a total of 01 vacancy available for the Project Scientist - I post.

Sl. No.	Designation	Number of Vacancies
1.	Project Scientist - I	01

IIT Guwahati Project Scientist Eligibility Criteria

Project Scientist - I Qualification

Post	Qualification Required
Project Scientist - I	Essential Qualifications: Ph.D. in Engineering/Technology/Science or Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognized university, preferably in Electronics, Computer Science, IT, Agriculture, or equivalent; and Minimum 3 years of Research & Development experience in industrial/academic institutions, Science & Technology organizations, or related scientific activities and services.Desirable Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology, preferably in Electronics, Computer Science, IT, Agriculture, or equivalent, with 10 years of relevant industrial experience.

Post

Qualification Required

Project Scientist - I

Essential Qualifications: Ph.D. in Engineering/Technology/Science or Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognized university, preferably in Electronics, Computer Science, IT, Agriculture, or equivalent; and Minimum 3 years of Research & Development experience in industrial/academic institutions, Science & Technology organizations, or related scientific activities and services.Desirable Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology, preferably in Electronics, Computer Science, IT, Agriculture, or equivalent, with 10 years of relevant industrial experience.

IIT Guwahati Project Scientist Salary

Post	Pay Level / Pay
Project Scientist - I	Pay Recommended: Rs. 56,000 \| HRA: Rs. 11,200 \| Medical: Rs. 1,250 \| Total Amount: Rs. 68,450.00 per month

The duration of the appointment is 11 months.

IIT Guwahati Project Scientist Selection Process

Selection will be based on the performance of the candidate in the Offline/Online interview. Candidates will not be sent any call letter separately.

How to Apply for IIT Guwahati Project Scientist

Visit the Recruitment Portal of Research & Development Cell, IIT Guwahati.
Search for the project title as mentioned in the advertisement.
Carefully follow the instructions and guidelines provided on the portal.
Fill out the online application form with the required details.
Submit the application before the last date of 14 October 2026.

IIT Guwahati Project Scientist Important Instructions

Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for an Offline/Online Interview scheduled for 16 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
The venue for the interview is the E&ICT office, Technology Complex, IIT Guwahati.
Candidates will not receive any call letter separately.
No campus accommodation will be available for the selected candidates.
No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for appearing in the test and interview.
For technical assistance related to the online application process, candidates may email [email protected].

IIT Guwahati Project Scientist Important Links

Link	Details
Official Notification PDF	Detailed Advertisement
Official Website	IIT Guwahati Official Homepage

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IIT Guwahati Project Scientist - I Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the recruitment project name for IIT Guwahati Project Scientist - I?

The post is under the project titled "Developing Cooperative Modelled Enterprises for Revolutionizing Commercial Ecosystem (COMERCE), driven by blockchain technology, to boost organic mushroom production by application of state of the art smart IoT/AI/ML Enabled Solar Powered Commercial Mushroom Production (ISCOMP) solutions for the upliftment of ST Community of Nagaland".

Q2. How many vacancies are available in IIT Guwahati Project Scientist Recruitment 2026?

There is a total of 01 vacancy available for the Project Scientist - I post.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for the IIT Guwahati Project Scientist post?

The last date to submit the online application is 14 October 2026 (Wednesday).

Q4. When is the interview scheduled for IIT Guwahati Project Scientist - I?

The interview is scheduled for 16 October 2026 (Friday) at 11:00 AM.

Q5. What is the total monthly salary for IIT Guwahati Project Scientist - I?

The total monthly amount is Rs. 68,450.00, which includes a recommended pay of Rs. 56,000, HRA of Rs. 11,200, and medical allowance of Rs. 1,250.

Q6. What are the essential educational qualifications required?

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Engineering/Technology/Science or a Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognized university, preferably in Electronics, Computer Science, IT, Agriculture, or equivalent, along with a minimum of 3 years of R&D experience.

Q7. What is the duration of the appointment?

The duration of the appointment is 11 months.

Q8. Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

The notification does not mention any application fee.

Q9. Where will the interview take place?

The interview will be held in an offline/online format at the E&ICT office, Technology Complex, IIT Guwahati.

Q10. Who can be contacted for clarifications regarding the recruitment?

Candidates can contact Prof. Gaurav Trivedi (Principal Investigator) or Dr. Anamika Yadav (IPDF) via email at [email protected] or phone at 03612583182.

About the Author

K Sangeetha

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Sangeetha is a dedicated recruitment content writer specializing in delivering timely and verified updates on government job opportunities across India. I focus on presenting official notifications, eligibility criteria, and application processes in a clear and straightforward manner to help students and job seekers take informed action. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, which strengthens my research-driven and reader-focused writing approach.

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