Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Research Associate I Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IIT Kanpur website. The last date to submit the application form is 10-12-2025. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Kanpur Research Associate I Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) |
| Post Name | Research Associate I |
| Total Vacancies | 01 Posts |
| Salary/Pay Scale | As per the institute/DBT norms |
| Educational Qualification | M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, M.Phil/Ph.D |
| Application Start Date | 25-11-2025 |
| Application End Date | 10-12-2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | iitk.ac.in |
IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025 Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I Recruitment 2025 is 01 posts. Category-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Research Associate- I | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025
1. Educational Qualification
- Ph.D. degree in a Biotechnology / Biosciences / Biochemistry / Bioengineering / Biophysics or any relevant discipline.
- OR
- MSc/MTech/ME degree in a Biotechnology / Biosciences / Biochemistry / Bioengineering / Biophysics or any relevant discipline with at least 3 years of relevant research experience (post MSc/MTech/ME) and at least one research publication in an SCI-indexed journal.
Desirable Experience
- Strong background in molecular biology and synthetic biology, including gene cloning, plasmid construction, and promoter or regulatory sequence design.
- Hands-on experience with bacterial or mammalian cell culture, transformation, and reporter-based characterization (e.g., fluorescence or luminescence assays).
- Familiarity with qPCR, Western blotting, ELISA, and microscopy techniques for gene expression analysis.
- Experience in DNA/RNA isolation, sequencing, mutagenesis, and plasmid copy-number determination.
- Working knowledge of biochemical assay development and data analysis using standard laboratory tools.
2. Age Limit
The age limit for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I Recruitment 2025 is:
- Age Relaxation: As per government norms (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen)
- Age calculation date: As mentioned in official notification
3. Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens or as specified in the official notification.
Selection Process for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025
Candidates will be selected based on the following process:
- Written Examination/Online Test
- Skill Test/Physical Test (if applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I Recruitment 2025?
Eligible candidates can apply online for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025 by following these steps:
- Visit the official website: iitk.ac.in
- Find the "Research Associate I Recruitment 2025" notification link
- Read the official notification carefully
- Click on "Apply Online" link
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the application form with correct details
- Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates)
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference
Important Dates for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25-11-2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25-11-2025 |
| Online Application End Date | 10-12-2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10-12-2025 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced |
IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025 – Important Links
| Link Type | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click here to Apply |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
| Join Arattai Channel | Join Now |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp |
| Sarkari Result | Check Results |
| Download Mobile App | Get App |
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IIT Kanpur Research Associate I Recruitment 2025 - FAQs
1. What is the starting date to apply online for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025?
Ans: Starting Date to apply online is 25-11-2025.
2. What is the last online apply date for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025?
Ans: Last online apply date is 10-12-2025.
3. What is the Eligibility to apply for IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025?
Ans: M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, M.Phil/Ph.D
4. How many vacancies are being recruited by IIT Kanpur Research Associate I 2025?
Ans: Total 01 Vacancies.

