National Institute of Technology Durgapur, an institute of national importance in West Bengal, is hiring for two temporary positions in its Department of Chemical Engineering: one Technical Assistant and one Research Associate I. The posts are for a DBT-funded research project on CO2 capture and microalgal solvent regeneration, offering laboratory and research work on a pilot-scale bio-regenerative platform.
NIT Durgapur Technical Assistant and Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Posted 15 Oct 2026Updated 15 Oct 2026NITD/SRCC/BKM/CHE/MP/01
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Last date 27 Oct 2026 · 9 days left
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About NIT Durgapur Technical Assistant and Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Institute of Technology Durgapur
- Advertisement No.
- NITD/SRCC/BKM/CHE/MP/01
- Post Name
- Technical Assistant and Research Associate I
- Job Location
- Durgapur, West Bengal
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Applications are invited from Indian citizens)
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Two years or until the end of the project, whichever is earlier, subject to performance evaluation every six months
Vacancy Breakdown
Technical Assistant
1
Research Associate I
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 1 |
| Research Associate I | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Technical Assistant1 post
- Qualification
- BTech/BE degrees in Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering or MSc in Biotechnology, Botany or Chemistry or 03 years Diploma in Engineering & Technology (with 02 years of experience) or equivalent from recognized Institute / Universities with minimum 6.0 CGPA or 55% marks. Candidates with higher qualifications may also apply.
- Experience
- 02 years of experience for candidates applying with a 03 years Diploma in Engineering & Technology
- Age Limit
- Upper age limit 50 years
- Job Description
- Assist in routine laboratory work, sample, media and reagent preparation, sensor maintenance, pilot plant handling and operations, and record maintenance
Research Associate I1 post
- Qualification
- PhD degree or equivalent in Biotechnology/Biological Sciences from reputed Institutes/Universities. Candidates should have expertise in cell culture, image analysis and advanced molecular cell biology, and biochemical techniques.
- Experience
- Expertise in cell culture, image analysis and advanced molecular cell biology, and biochemical techniques
- Age Limit
- Upper age limit 35 years with 5 years age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD and women candidates as on the last date of application
- Note
- Preference will be given to candidates with research exposure to Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and Spectrophotometer handling, and basic modelling with at least one research paper in SCI journal.
- Job Description
- Conduct research activities involving cell culture, image analysis, advanced molecular cell biology, biochemical techniques, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry, spectrophotometer handling, and basic modelling
Age Limit
Technical Assistant: upper age limit 50 years. Research Associate I: upper age limit 35 years as on the last date of application.
Age Relaxation
5 years age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD and women candidates (Research Associate I)
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Applications are screened and only shortlisted candidates are called for interview; the list is notified by email in due time.
- 2Interview
Shortlisted candidates appear in person (offline) on the scheduled date with an updated CV and original and self-attested photocopies of mark sheets and certificates. No TA/DA is paid.
Salary Structure
Accommodation / HRA as per Institute norms in addition to the monthly fellowship for both posts.
Technical Assistant
Pay: INR 20,000/- per month (Accommodation / HRA as per Institute Norm)
Research Associate I
Pay: INR 58,000/- per month (Accommodation / HRA as per Institute Norm)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | INR 20,000/- per month (Accommodation / HRA as per Institute Norm) |
| Research Associate I | INR 58,000/- per month (Accommodation / HRA as per Institute Norm) |
How to Apply
- 1Prepare an updated CV with a photograph, corresponding address, date of birth, phone number, email, self-attested educational qualifications, self-attested experience certificates and a list of publications if any
- 2Email the CV to [email protected]
- 3Write the subject line 'Application for TA in DBT Project 2026' for the Technical Assistant post or 'Application for RA-1 in DBT Project 2026' for the Research Associate I post
- 4Send the application within 14 days of the advertisement date
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Updated CV with photograph
•Corresponding address
•Date of birth
•Phone number
•Email
•Self-attested educational qualifications
•Self-attested experience certificates and list of publications
•Original and self-attested photocopies of mark sheets and certificates at the interview
Important Details
- The prescribed educational qualifications are the bare minimum and mere possession of the same does not entitle a candidate to be called for an interview.
- Canvassing in any form is treated as a disqualification.
- The selected candidate has to join duty immediately upon receipt of the offer.
- No TA/DA is paid for appearing in the interview.
Project Details
The posts are under the DBT, Government of India funded project 'Hybrid Absorption Membrane-Assisted CO2 Capture and Microalgal Solvent Regeneration: An Integrated Pilot-Scale Platform for Bio-Regenerative CO2 Sequestration and Lycopene Pigment Production from Dunaliella salina', vide Ref. No. BT/PR59122/CCU/173/39/2025 dated 02 June 2026, in the Department of Chemical Engineering, NIT Durgapur.
Job Description
- Technical Assistant: assist in routine laboratory work, sample, media and reagent preparation, sensor maintenance, pilot plant handling and operations, and record maintenance
- Research Associate I: conduct research involving cell culture, image analysis, advanced molecular cell biology, biochemical techniques, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry, spectrophotometer handling, and basic modelling
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Will travel or daily allowance be paid for attending the interview?
No. No TA/DA is paid to candidates appearing for the interview.
Is the engagement permanent?
No. Both positions are purely temporary for two years or until the end of the project, whichever is earlier, and continuation depends on performance evaluated every six months.
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