IIT Guwahati Project Staff Recruitment 2026 – 12 Posts, Apply

IIT Guwahati Project Staff Recruitment 2026: Key Details

The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) has officially announced the Project Staff Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 12 contractual positions. This recruitment drive aims to fill various Project Staff roles, including Project Scientist, Project Engineer, and Senior Project Technician, offering a significant opportunity for qualified individuals to contribute to cutting-edge projects. Candidates meeting the specified eligibility criteria can apply online through the official IIT Guwahati website before the deadline of 12 August 2026.

Company Name	Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati)
Post Name	Project Staff
Total Posts	12
Advt No	IITG/II&SI/Project Staff Rectt-2026/136
Salary Range	Rs. 23,000 - 1,25,000 Per Month
Qualification	Master's degree in Engineering/Science, M.Tech in EC/ CS/ IT, B.Tech/ B.E. in CS/ IT, Bachelor's degree in Arts/Science/Humanities, B.Sc/ ITI/ Diploma
Last Date to Apply	12 August 2026
Walk-in Interview Date	17 August 2026
Apply Mode	Online
Job Type	Contractual

IIT Guwahati Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 12 vacancies have been released for various Project Staff positions under the IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026. The distribution of posts is as follows:

Post Name	Total Posts
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)	1
Sr. Project Engineer	1
System Administrator	1
Project Engineer (Technical)	2
Project Scientist	1
Project Engineer (Skilling)	1
Assistant Project Scientist	1
Associate Project Engineer	2
Sr. Project Technician	2
Total	12

Eligibility Criteria for IIT Guwahati Project Staff

Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and experience requirements for each Project Staff position. The minimum eligibility varies by post, ranging from a Bachelor's degree to a Master's degree in relevant fields, along with several years of experience.

Post Name	Qualification	Experience / Other
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)	Master's degree in Engineering/Science; Master's in Engineering/Management or equivalent preferred.	Over 12 years of relevant experience, including 9+ years in leadership roles within start-ups, venture investment, corporate innovation, or technology scaling.
Sr. Project Engineer	M.Tech in Electronics and Communication (EC) Engineering or Computer Science (CS) or Information Technology (IT)	10 years of experience
System Administrator	M.Tech./M.E. in Computer Science (CS) or Information Technology (IT) OR B.Tech./B.E. in Computer Science (CS) or Information Technology (IT)	03 years of relevant experience (for M.Tech/M.E.) OR 06 years of relevant experience (for B.Tech/B.E.)
Project Engineer (Technical)	M.Tech in Electronics and Communication (EC) Engineering or Computer Science (CS) or Information Technology (IT)	06 years of experience
Project Scientist	Bachelor's degree in Arts/Science/Humanities	09 years of experience
Project Engineer (Skilling)	B.Tech in Electronics and Communication (EC) Engineering or Computer Science (CS) or Information Technology (IT)	08 years of experience
Assistant Project Scientist	Bachelor's degree in Arts/Science/Humanities	08 years of experience
Associate Project Engineer	Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication (EC) Engineering or Computer Science (CS) or Information Technology (IT)	02 years of experience
Sr. Project Technician	B.Sc OR ITI/Diploma in Engineering/B.A	08 years of experience (for B.Sc) OR 10 years of experience (for ITI/Diploma/B.A)

Salary for IIT Guwahati Project Staff Positions

The monthly salary for the Project Staff positions at IIT Guwahati varies significantly based on the role and experience. The pay ranges from Rs. 23,000 to Rs. 1,25,000 per month.

Post Name	Salary Per Month
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)	Rs. 125000
Sr. Project Engineer	Rs. 60300
System Administrator	Rs. 47000
Project Engineer (Technical)	Rs. 58100
Project Scientist	Rs. 52550
Project Engineer (Skilling)	Rs. 50700
Assistant Project Scientist	Rs. 29800
Associate Project Engineer	Rs. 29850
Sr. Project Technician	Rs. 23000

Important Dates to Remember

Prospective candidates should note the following key dates for the IIT Guwahati Project Staff Recruitment 2026:

Event	Date
Last Date to Apply Online	12 Aug 2026
Offline Interview Date	17 Aug 2026

Selection Process

The selection for the Project Staff positions at IIT Guwahati will be conducted through an interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications and relevant experience.

1. Interview — Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview to assess their suitability for the respective roles.

How to Apply for IIT Guwahati Project Staff Recruitment 2026

Eligible and interested candidates can apply online for the IIT Guwahati Various Posts Recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

• Visit the official IIT Guwahati recruitment portal or use the direct "Apply Online" link provided below.
• Complete the online application form with all necessary personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
• Upload scanned copies of required documents, including your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates, ensuring they meet the specified format and size.
• There is no application fee for this recruitment.
• Carefully review all entered information before final submission to avoid errors.
• After successful submission, save or print a copy of your application for future reference.

Important Links

Access the official notification and application portal using the links below:

Link Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click here
Apply Online	Click here
Official Website	Click here