NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar)  has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NIT Silchar website. The last date to submit the application form is 06-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NIT Silchar Project Associate 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 Silchar Project Associate-I 2026 – Important Details

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NIT Silchar Project Associate-I 2026 Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 is 01 post. The post is sanctioned under the AR&DB sponsored project in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Silchar.

Eligibility Criteria for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I 2026

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following essential qualification to apply for the Project Associate-I post:

• B.E. / B. Tech / M.E / M. Tech in any Engineering and Technology specialization from a recognized University.
• Other terms are according to DRDO-AR&DB guidelines.

Desirable Experience:

• Expertise or strong interest in Design, Manufacturing, Production, Tribology, or Material Science.
• Hands-on experience in simulation, development and testing of composites will be given preference.
• Throughout First Class in academic career is preferred.
• GATE qualified candidates will be given preference.

2. Age Limit

The age limit for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 is as follows:

• Maximum Age: 35 Years (as on closing date of application)
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC/WOMEN/PWD candidates will get relaxation as per Govt. of India Rules.
• Age calculation date: As on the closing date of application (06.02.2026).

3. Nationality

Applications are invited from Indian citizens for the temporary post of Project Associate-I under the AR&DB sponsored project.

Selection Process for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I 2026

Candidates will be selected based on the following process:

• Screening of applications by the Institute; the number of candidates called for interview may be restricted based on screening.
• Interview for shortlisted candidates; date, time and venue will be notified to shortlisted candidates.
• Employed candidates must produce No Objection Certificate from present employer at the time of interview.
• Selected candidates shall have to sign an agreement at the time of joining.
• The Institute reserves the right not to recruit if suitable candidates are not found.

Note: Call letters for shortlisted candidates will be sent through email.

Application Fee for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I 2026

• Application Fee: Not mentioned in the notification.
• HRA: Candidate will be eligible for H.R.A as per the Project / Institute norms.

How to Apply for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I 2026 by following these steps:

1. Download and fill the prescribed application form (Format of Application for Project Associate-I) given in the notification.
2. Prepare a signed scanned copy of the filled-up application form along with CV and all other relevant documents.
3. Merge the documents as required and ensure all information is complete and correct.
4. Email the signed scanned copy of the filled-up application form, CV and relevant documents to the Principal Investigator at [email protected].
5. Use the subject line: “Application for the post of Project Associate-I under DRDO-AR&DB project ARDB/SP/4035/2129”.
6. Submit the email application on or before 06.02.2026.
7. No hard copy of the application is required to be sent.

Important Dates for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I 2026

Instructions for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026

• Applications are invited from Indian citizens for a temporary post of Project Associate-I for the AR&DB sponsored project in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Silchar.
• The duration of the project post is 3 years or completion of project, whichever is earlier, with extension based on performance review every 12 months.
• SC/ST/OBC/WOMEN/PWD candidates will get relaxation on qualification and age as per Govt. of India Rules.
• Applicants must send a signed scanned copy of the filled-up application form with CV and relevant documents by email only; no hard copy is required.
• Call letters for shortlisted candidates will be sent through email; date of interview, time and venue will be notified to shortlisted candidates.
• Employed candidates must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.
• The Institute has the discretion to restrict the number of candidates to be called for interview on the basis of screening.
• No candidate may be recruited if suitable candidates are not found.
• Selected candidates shall have to sign an agreement at the time of joining.

Salary/Stipend for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I 2026

• Post: Project Associate-I
• Salary (1st & 2nd Year): Rs. 37,000/- per month
• Salary (3rd Year): Rs. 42,000/- per month
• HRA: Eligible for H.R.A as per Project / Institute norms.

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