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NIT Calicut Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Updated 04 February 2026 05:25 PM

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National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate I Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NIT Calicut website. The last date to submit the application form is 08-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NIT Calicut Project 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.

NIT Calicut Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 Overview

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Organization National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut)
Office Office of Research and Consultancy
Post Name Project Associate I
Number of Posts 1 (Indicative)
Project Title Condition Assessment and Management Plan (CAMP) for Periyar River Basin
Project Sponsor National River Conservation Directorate, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India
Nature of Appointment Contract Basis
Monthly Salary Rs. 31,000/- + HRA
Official Website nitc.ac.in

Important Dates

  • Advertisement Date: 03 February 2026
  • Last Date for Application: 08 February 2026
  • Online Interview Date: 10 February 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications

  • M.Sc or M.Tech in Applied Geology, Hydrogeology, or Geology from a recognized university
  • Graduation with good academic record
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Ability to prepare/edit technical documents, articles, and reports

Desirable Qualifications

  • 1 year experience in Water Resources, Hydrology, or River Basin Management
  • Experience in river basin management studies
  • Field survey experience
  • Hydraulic / Hydrological modelling expertise
  • Water and wastewater sample collection and analysis
  • Water quality modelling
  • Remote sensing and GIS knowledge
  • Coding skills in R, MATLAB, Python, or similar languages

Age Limit

Category Age Limit
General/OBC Shall not exceed 35 years

Salary & Benefits

  • Consolidated Pay: Rs. 31,000/- per month
  • HRA: As per Government of India rules
  • Duration: 11 months (or project duration, whichever earlier)
  • Extension: Possible subject to performance & fund availability

How to Apply

  1. Download the registration form from the official notification
  2. Fill the registration form completely
  3. Prepare a single PDF file containing:
    • Duly filled registration form
    • Latest CV/Resume
    • Mark sheets & certificates (academic)
    • Experience certificates (if any)
    • Aadhaar card copy
  4. Email the PDF to: [email protected]
  5. Subject line: "CAMP - Application for the post of Project Associate - I"
  6. Submit before 08 February 2026

Job Responsibilities 

  • Field surveys and data collection
  • Condition assessment of Periyar River Basin
  • Hydraulic/hydrological modelling & analysis
  • Water quality sampling and analysis
  • Preparation of technical reports & documentation
  • GIS & remote sensing analysis
  • Support development of river basin management plan

Important Link

Official Website: Click here

Recruitment Notification and Application Form: Click here

NIT Calicut Project Associate I Recruitment 2026- FAQs

Q1. What are the eligibility criteria for NIT Calicut Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have an M.Sc or M.Tech in Applied Geology, Hydrogeology, or Geology, good academic records and communication skills, and preferably experience in water resources, hydrology, river basin studies, modelling, sampling, GIS, remote sensing, and coding in R, MATLAB, or Python.

Q2. What is the salary for NIT Calicut Project Associate I in the Periyar River Basin project?

The Project Associate I position at NIT Calicut under the CAMP Periyar River Basin project offers a consolidated monthly pay of Rs. 31,000 plus admissible House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per Government of India rules, on a purely contract basis.

Q3. What is the age limit for NIT Calicut Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?

The upper age limit for the Project Associate I post is 35 years on the last date of application, with relaxations for OBC, SC, ST, PWD candidates and women applicants as per prevailing Government of India norms and institute guidelines.

Q4. How can I apply for NIT Calicut Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?

Applicants must download the registration form from the official notification, fill it, and email a single PDF containing the form, CV, academic and experience certificates, and Aadhaar to [email protected] with the specified subject line before the last application date.

Q5. What is the selection process for NIT Calicut Project Associate I in the CAMP Periyar River Basin project?

The selection process includes application screening, shortlisting based on eligibility and experience, and an online interview on the scheduled date. Final selection is made on merit and interview performance, and selected candidates are expected to join immediately after receiving the offer letter.

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