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
Indira Gandhi National Tribal University
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) is a central university located in Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh. It aims to provide higher education and research opportunities to the tribal population of India, fostering an environment of learning and innovation.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Project Assistant
🎯Project Details
- Project entitled – “Unlocking Critical Metals from Deccan Laterites: Geochemical Controls and Sustainable Recovery of Ni–Co–Sc–REE in Eastern Madhya Pradesh” Project No. SNTMOM/1750/2026. The post is purely temporary basis.
- Sponsored by – Ministry of Mines
- Duration – 1 year or the termination of the project, whichever is earlier.
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology with a minimum of 55% marks. Desirable qualifications include knowledge of trace element and rare earth element (REE) geochemistry, experience in interpretation of XRF, ICP-MS, and geochemical datasets, basic understanding of critical mineral exploration (Ni, Co, Sc, and REEs), and basic knowledge of extractive metallurgy. Experience in geological fieldwork, sampling, and laboratory analyses is also preferred.
The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
Rs. 20,000 per month (consolidated)
💺 JOB LOCATION
Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible candidates may apply by sending their duly filled-in application form, along with a complete bio-data and self-attested photocopies of the required certificates, to the Principal Investigator via email at meraj.alam@igntu.ac.in within 21 days from the date of the advertisement. The shortlisted candidates will be notified via email or telephone to appear for an online interview.
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.
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 21 days from the date of the advertisement.
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
meraj.alam@igntu.ac.in
📠 PHONE NUMBER
7389594904, 9899948638
🌐 WEBSITE
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Department of Geology, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh-484887, India
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
Indira Gandhi National Tribal University invites applications from eligible candidates for the Project Assistant position.
Project Assistant Recruitment: View Official Notification







