IIT Guwahati Project Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) has invited online applications for 12 project-based vacancies under the North Eastern Science and Technology (NEST) Cluster. The recruitment is for various temporary positions including Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Business Development Officer, Technical Assistant, Office Assistant and Office Attendant.


IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars Details
Organization IIT Guwahati
Project North Eastern Science and Technology (NEST) Cluster
Total Posts 12
Job Type Project Based (11 Months)
Job Location Guwahati, Assam
Application Mode Online
Interview Date 05 August 2026 (Tentative)

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Post Name Vacancies Monthly Salary
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 04 ₹23,198-₹44,910
CA/CS/Accountant 01 ₹44,910
Business Development Officer 01 ₹42,550
Technical Assistant 01 ₹18,950
Office Assistant 03 ₹24,850
Office Attendant 02 ₹13,050
Total 12 -

Eligibility Criteria


  • Junior Research Fellow (JRF): B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc./MCA in the relevant discipline. Some JRF posts require a valid GATE/NET score, while the Web/IT position requires web development knowledge.
  • CA/CS/Accountant: CA/CS/M.Com with experience in GST, finance and accounting.
  • Business Development Officer: Graduate/Postgraduate/MBA/Ph.D. with experience in business development, HR or project management.
  • Technical Assistant: Graduate with Graphic Design, Photoshop, Illustrator and social media management skills.
  • Office Assistant: Graduate or 10+2 with computer knowledge and office administration experience.
  • Office Attendant: 10+2 Pass or Diploma. Candidates with an LMV Driving Licence will get preference for one post.

Selection Process


  • Shortlisting based on eligibility.
  • Offline/Online Interview.
  • Document Verification.

Important Highlights


  • Appointment is purely temporary for 11 months.
  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
  • Interview details will be shared with shortlisted candidates through email.
  • Work location will be NEST Cluster, IIT Guwahati Research Park.

How to Apply?


  • Visit the IIT Guwahati R&D Recruitment Portal.
  • Select the NEST Cluster recruitment advertisement.
  • Fill in the online application form and upload the required documents.
  • Submit the application before the last date and keep a copy for future reference.

Important Links

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