National Institute of Technology Silchar, an institute of national importance located in Assam, has announced recruitment for the post of Project Associate I. A total of two positions are available under an ANRF-ARG sponsored project of the Government of India, titled Optimization of Beamforming and Deployment of Multi-Band UAV Radars for Terrain-Aware Border Intrusion Detection, housed in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The role offers research experience in wireless communication systems and machine learning, with the engagement lasting for the project duration.
NIT Silchar Project Associate I Recruitment 2026
Posted 07 Oct 2026Updated 07 Oct 2026NITS/Dean(R&C)/ECE/716/02/2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
23 Oct
5 days left
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Last date 23 Oct 2026 · 5 days left
- Notification06 Oct
- Applications Opentill 23 Oct
About NIT Silchar Project Associate I Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Institute of Technology Silchar
- Advertisement No.
- NITS/Dean(R&C)/ECE/716/02/2026
- Post Name
- Project Associate I
- Job Location
- Silchar, Assam
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Applications are invited from Indian citizens)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- 03 years or completion of project, whichever is earlier, with extension based on performance review every 12 months
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Associate I
2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Associate I | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Project Associate I
Minimum B.Tech/B.E. in ECE/CSE/EE/E&I from the recognized university. Desirable: Research/Project Experience in Wireless Communication systems and Machine Learning.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Associate I | Minimum B.Tech/B.E. in ECE/CSE/EE/E&I from the recognized university. Desirable: Research/Project Experience in Wireless Communication systems and Machine Learning. |
Age Limit
35 years as on the closing date of the application
Age Relaxation
SC/ST/OBC/WOMEN/PWD candidates will get relaxation as per Govt. of India Rules.
Selection Process
- 1Screening of Applications
Applications are screened and the Institute may restrict the number of candidates called for interview on the basis of screening.
- 2Interview
Interview date and mode (online or offline) with other details will be notified through email.
Salary Structure
INR 37,000 per month for GATE/NET qualified candidates, INR 30,000 per month for others
How to Apply
- 1Download the application format from the official notification
- 2Fill up the application form completely and prepare a C.V.
- 3Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents
- 4Write "Application for the post of Project Associate-I under the project ANRF/ARG/2025/011655/ENS" on the top of the envelope
- 5Send the hard copy of the filled-up application, C.V. and documents by post to Dr. Ganesh Prasad, Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar, Silchar-788010, Assam
- 6Email the soft copy of the application, C.V. and documents to [email protected] with the subject "Application for the post of JRF under the project ANRF/ARG/2025/011655/ENS"
- 7Submit the application on or before the last date of 23.10.2026
Reporting Venue
Dr. Ganesh Prasad, Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar, Silchar-788010, Assam, India
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Filled-up application form
•Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
•Self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents
•No Objection Certificate (for employed candidates at the time of interview)
Important Details
- Selected candidates shall have to sign an agreement at the time of joining.
- Employed candidates are to submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.
- The Institute has the discretion to restrict the number of candidates called for interview on the basis of screening, and no candidate may be recruited if suitable candidates are not found.
Project Details
The post is for the ANRF-ARG sponsored project titled "Optimization of Beamforming and Deployment of Multi-Band UAV Radars for Terrain-Aware Border Intrusion Detection", Project Sanction Number ANRF/ARG/2025/011655/ENS, in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. Principal Investigator is Dr. Ganesh Prasad and Co-Principal Investigator is Dr. Wasim Arif.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 8638689852
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates without a GATE or NET score apply?
Yes. Candidates who are not GATE or NET qualified are eligible but receive INR 30,000 per month instead of INR 37,000 per month.
Can employed candidates apply for this post?
Yes, but they must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.
Who is the Principal Investigator for the project?
Dr. Ganesh Prasad is the Principal Investigator and Dr. Wasim Arif is the Co-Principal Investigator.
How will the interview be conducted?
The interview date, time and mode (online or offline) will be notified to candidates through email.
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