IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026: IIT Guwahati has released a notification for a single Research Associate position aimed at PhD holders in interdisciplinary science and engineering fields — Biosciences and Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, and Material Science and Engineering. As with many single-vacancy research posts, the timeline moves quickly: applications close on 18 September 2026, with the interview following just three days later.
The role carries a monthly salary of Rs. 58,000 on a contractual basis. Here’s the full breakdown of eligibility and the application process.
IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Particular
Details
Organization
IIT Guwahati
Advertisement No.
IITG/II&SI/Project Staff Rectt-2026/151
Post Name
Research Associate
Total Vacancies
1
Qualification
PhD in Biosciences and Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or Material Science and Engineering
Salary
Rs. 58,000 per month
Apply Mode
Online
Job Type
Contractual
Last Date to Apply
18 September 2026
Interview Date
21 September 2026
Eligibility Criteria
A PhD degree in Biosciences and Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or Material Science and Engineering (or a closely related field) is the sole qualification requirement for this post.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated salary of Rs. 58,000 per month.
Selection Process
Selection is based entirely on an Interview, scheduled for 21 September 2026.
How to Apply for IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted online on or before 18 September 2026.
Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload your photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
There is no application fee, so this step can be skipped.
Review all details carefully before final submission.
Save or print a copy of your submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
Link
Description
Official Notification PDF
Full eligibility and application details
Apply Online
Direct application portal link
Official Website
IIT Guwahati homepage
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026?
18 September 2026.
Q2. What qualification is required?
A PhD in Biosciences and Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or Material Science and Engineering.
Q3. What is the salary offered?
Rs. 58,000 per month, on a contractual basis.
Q4. Is there an application fee?
No, there is no application fee for any category.
Q5. When is the interview scheduled?
21 September 2026.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Selection is based solely on an Interview — there is no written test.
Practical tip: With only three days between the application deadline and the interview, submit your application well before 18 September rather than on the closing date itself, and start preparing your research summary and publication list now — a research associate interview at this stage typically focuses on your PhD work’s direct relevance to the project’s stated fields, so tailoring your presentation to those specific disciplines will matter more than a general overview of your thesis.
