Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SILCHAR

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) is an Institute of National Importance located in Assam, India. It is renowned for its commitment to excellence in education and research, particularly in the fields of engineering and technology. The institute offers a vibrant academic environment and is dedicated to fostering innovation and research.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Project Associate-I

🎯Project Details

• Title of the project – “Empowering Self-Repairability and EMI Shielding in Frontal Polymerised CFRPs Using Covalent Adaptive Network-Grafted Mxene for Next Generation Aircraft Structure“
• Sponsored Agency – ANRF-DST (Govt. of India) New Delhi.
•  Project sanction number – ANRF/ARG/2025/011059/ENS
• Co-Principal Investigator (Co-P.I) – Dr. Sudipta Halder, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar, Silchar-788010, India. Email: shalder@mech.nits.ac.in /sudiptomec@gmail.com  

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Essential qualifications include a degree in Chemistry, Polymer Sciences, Materials Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Applied Chemistry, Plastic Technology, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology, preferably in Mechanical, Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical and Polymer Engineering, Plastic Engineering, or Polymer Technology.

Desirable experience includes hands-on experience in the synthesis of nanomaterials, self-healing in composites, rapid polymerisation, CFRP, manufacturing of composite materials, polymer technology, and mechanical characterisation of materials.

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

The salary is ₹37,000/- + HRA for scholars selected through National Eligibility Tests-CSIR or similar national level examinations. For others, the salary is ₹30,000/- + HRA.

💺 JOB LOCATION

National Institute of Technology Silchar, Assam, India.

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph, to the specified email address. The signed scanned copy of the filled-up application form along with C.V. and all other relevant documents should be sent to the Co-Principal Investigator, Dr. Sudipta Halder, via email at shalder@mech.nits.ac.in or sudiptomec@gmail.com.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 30.10.2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

National Institute of Technology Silchar, Silchar-788010, Assam, India.

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

National Institute of Technology Silchar invites applications from eligible candidates for the Project Associate-I position under the ANRF-DST sponsored project.

Project Associate-I Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://www.nits.ac.in/storage/CareerDocument/Career_6ad2d493c6e52.pdf

In conclusion, the National Institute of Technology Silchar offers a promising opportunity for eligible candidates to contribute to a cutting-edge research project. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply before the deadline to be considered for this prestigious position.