NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar (Assam), has invited applications from Indian citizens for one temporary Project Associate-I post in the DRDO-AR&DB sponsored project "Uncertainty quantification of multiscale flutter analysis of composites". The project runs for 3 years or until completion, whichever is earlier. Pay is as per DST norms for GATE and Non-GATE candidates. Applicants need B.E./B.Tech or M.E/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or a related branch, and must email the signed scanned application form with C.V to [email protected] by 20 November 2026.

NIT Silchar Project Associate-I at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About NIT Silchar

National Institute of Technology Silchar is described in the notice as an Institute of National Importance, located in Assam (788010). The post sits in its Department of Mechanical Engineering. The Principal Investigator is Dr. Sudip Dey, and the Co-Principal Investigators are Dr. Rajeev Nayan Gupta, Dr. Dipak Kumar Maiti and Dr. Saikat Ranjan Maity.

Who Can Apply

Only Indian citizens may apply. The notice gives these conditions for the Project Associate-I post.

Essential Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science & Engineering, Production Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering, OR
• M.E/M.Tech or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering and related branches of Mechanical Engineering, from a recognized University.
• Other terms are according to DRDO-AR&DB guidelines.

Desirable Qualification

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

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age limit is 35 Years (as on closing date of application). SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates will get relaxation in qualification and age as per Government of India Rules and Regulations. The notice does not print the relaxation in years.

Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.

Pay and Tenure

Salary and emoluments are as per DST norms related to GATE and Non-GATE candidates. The notice prints no rupee amount. The post is temporary and lasts 3 years or until the project is completed, whichever is earlier. Extension is based on a performance review every 6 months. Selected candidates must sign an agreement at the time of joining.

How to Apply for NIT Silchar Project Associate-I

1. Fill the application form in the "Format of Application for Project Associate-I" printed on pages 2 and 3 of the notice.
2. Sign the filled-up form and scan it.
3. Email the signed scanned copy, along with C.V and all other relevant documents, to the Principal Investigator at [email protected].
4. Write this subject line: "Application for the post of Project Associate-I under DRDO-AR&DB project ARDB/SP/4035/2129".
5. Send the email so that it is received by 20 November 2026. The notice says there is no need to send a hard copy.

Documents Named in the Notice

• Signed scanned copy of the filled-up application form (with a recent passport-size coloured photograph pasted, as the form provides).
• C.V and all other relevant documents.
• Caste or category certificate, if the candidate belongs to SC/ST/PH/OBC (the form says to attach it).
• No objection certificate from the employer, for employed candidates, at the time of interview.

The form also asks for educational qualification starting from Class X, NET/GATE details, and details of employment.

Selection and Interview

Applications are screened first. The Institute may restrict the number of candidates called for interview on the basis of screening. A call letter will be sent by email to shortlisted candidates. The date, time and venue of the interview will be notified to the shortlisted candidates. The notice does not describe the interview in more detail.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Employed candidates must submit a no objection certificate from their employer at the time of interview.
• No candidate may be recruited if suitable candidates are not found.
• Selected candidates must sign an agreement at the time of joining.
• Call letters go to shortlisted candidates by email only.
• The institute letterhead gives phone 03842-242914 and fax 03842-224797.

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