Sarkari ResultIndian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Fellow Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Roorkee website. The last date to submit the application form is 05-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Roorkee Project Fellow Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), Department of Civil Engineering, has announced the Recruitment 2026 drive for one Project Fellow position. This temporary, project-based role offers emoluments of ₹50,000 per month + HRA. The project is focused on "object Detection using Hyperspectral Remote Sensing." Eligible candidates must hold a BTech in Civil/Mechanical/Electronics/Electrical Engineering with at least 10-12 years of experience in UAV data analysis and flying.
Applications must be submitted via email to the Principal Investigator by the last date of January 5, 2026, by 5 PM. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview, and no TA/DA will be provided. The duration of the project is 2.0 years.
IIT Roorkee Project Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) |
| Post Name | Project Fellow |
| No of Posts | 01 |
| Salary | ₹50,000.00 p.m. + HRA |
| Qualification | BTech in Civil/Mechanical/Electronics/Electrical Engg with 10-12 yrs exp in UAV data analysis/flying |
| Start Date for Apply | 14/12/2025 |
| Last Date for Apply | 05/01/2026 |
| Official Website | iitr.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
A total of 01 position is available for the Project Fellow role under the consultancy/research project (Project Number: DIA-2549-CED/24-25).
| Post Name | Total Post Count |
|---|---|
| Project Fellow | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following essential qualifications and experience requirements as per the details given below:
- Essential qualifications: BTech in Civil/Mechanical/Electronics/Electrical Engineering.
- Experience:
- At least 10-12 years of experience in the relevant field of UAV data analysis, UAV flying, remote sensing, GIS analysis and photogrammetry, UAV integration and maintenance.
- Experience of working with UAV flying and data analysis, remote sensing, GIS analysis, photogrammetry.
- Should have UAV flying experience of at least 200 sq km area and/or at least 100 hours of flying.
- DGCA certified pilot is required.
Salary/Stipend
The position offers emoluments as follows:
- Emoluments for Project Fellow: ₹50,000/- per month + HRA.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 14/12/2025 |
| Last Date for application submission (via email) | 05/01/2026 by 5 PM |
Selection Process
The selection process is based on shortlisting followed by an online interview.
- Only the shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- The interview will be online.
- Candidate may be asked to show the original degree(s)/certificate(s), and experience certificate(s) at the time of interview/joining for verification.
General Information/Instructions
- Applications are invited from Indian nationals only.
- The sponsor of the project is DRDO, New Delhi.
- No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
How To Apply
Candidates must send their complete application package via email to the Principal Investigator:
- Send your complete application including CV, Degree Certificates, Experience Certificate.
- Email address to submit application: [email protected].
- Ensure the application is submitted by January 5, 2026, by 5 PM.
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IIT Roorkee Project Fellow Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
1. What is the starting date to apply for IIT Roorkee Project Fellow 2026?
Ans: The notification was dated 14/12/2025.
2. What is the last apply date for IIT Roorkee Project Fellow 2026?
Ans: The last date for application submission is 05/01/2026, by 5 PM.
3. What is the Eligibility to apply for IIT Roorkee Project Fellow 2026?
Ans: BTech in Civil/Mechanical/Electronics/Electrical Engg with 10-12 years of experience in UAV data analysis and flying.
4. How many vacancies are being recruited by IIT Roorkee Project Fellow 2026?
Ans: Total 01 Vacancy.
5. What is the salary offered for the Project Fellow position?
Ans: The emoluments are ₹50,000/- per month + HRA.
