Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, a premier research institute in Madhya Pradesh, has invited applications for the post of Project Assistant under a research project funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences. The single opening falls in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, where the selected candidate will work on a study of fault zone deformation, slope stability and the prediction of initial landslide occurrence.
IISER Bhopal Recruitment 2026 - Project Assistant Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
10 Oct
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Recruitment status
Applications closed on 10 Oct 2026
- Notification25 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed10 Oct
About IISER Bhopal Project Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal
- Post Name
- Project Assistant
- Job Location
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 20,000 + HRA (as applicable)
- Tenure
- 2 Years
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Assistant
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Project Assistant
Master's M.Sc./M.Tech. degree in Geology/Earth Sciences from a recognised University/Institute with a minimum of 60% aggregate or CGPA/CPI of 7.0 and above on a 10-point scale (overall percentage/CGPA/CPI; not only in the majoring subject). The candidate must have Geology and any two from Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry as minors in B.Sc.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant | Master's M.Sc./M.Tech. degree in Geology/Earth Sciences from a recognised University/Institute with a minimum of 60% aggregate or CGPA/CPI of 7.0 and above on a 10-point scale (overall percentage/CGPA/CPI; not only in the majoring subject). The candidate must have Geology and any two from Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry as minors in B.Sc. |
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Applications are screened against the essential qualifications and only shortlisted candidates are called further.
- 2Interview
Only shortlisted candidates are called for an interview; no TA/DA is paid for attending it.
Salary Structure
Rs. 20,000 + HRA (as applicable)
How to Apply
- 1Read the official notification before applying.
- 2Prepare a cover letter clearly mentioning the post applied for.
- 3Prepare a detailed CV with a recent photograph and the names and contact details of two referees.
- 4Attach copies of BSc and MSc/MTech marksheets or transcripts along with essential and desired qualification details.
- 5Compile the cover letter, CV and all documents into a single PDF file.
- 6Email the single PDF to [email protected] with the post applied for in the subject line.
- 7Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Cover letter mentioning the post applied for
•Detailed CV with recent photograph and names and contact details of two referees
•Essential and desired qualification details
•Copies of BSc and MSc/MTech marksheets or transcripts
•Self-attested educational certificates
•Experience certificates
•ID proof
•Recent passport-size photograph
Important Details
- The position is in a research project titled 'The impact of Fault Zone Deformation on Slope Stability and Prediction of Initial Landslide Occurrence', funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MOES).
- The selected candidate will work full-time on collecting, processing and analysing structural and geological data, preparing thin sections, conducting microstructural analyses, quantifying strain and preparing maps using ArcGIS.
- Accommodation is provided as per Institute rules.
- Applications with missing information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.
- The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
- Reservations will be in accordance with Government of India rules.
Desirable Qualifications
- Field and data processing knowledge in Structural Geology
- Experience in working with MATLAB/Python programming and ArcGIS
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TA/DA paid for attending the interview?
No. Only shortlisted candidates are called for the interview and no TA/DA is paid for attending it.
Does the position stay open after the application due date?
The notification states the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found, though applications are due by 10 October 2026.
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