IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026: Research Associate Post, ₹58,000 Salary; Apply by September 3
Roorkee : IIT Roorkee has announced a recruitment opportunity for researchers in structural engineering and reinforced concrete systems. Applications are invited for the position of Research Associate from Indian nationals, under the research project of Dr Rakesh Ranjan in the Civil Engineering Department, IIT Roorkee. The research project is sponsored by Tata Steel Limited, and the notification was released on 21 August 2026. The appointment is for a maximum duration of seven months, which will be extended contingent upon the continuation of the research project.
IIT Roorkee Research Associate Recruitment Details
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Particular |
Details |
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Institute |
IIT Roorkee |
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Department |
Civil Engineering |
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Post |
Research Associate |
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Vacancy |
1 |
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Project |
Development of Design Methodology and BIS Language for Lattice Girder Deck Slab |
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Project Sponsor |
Tata Steel Limited |
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Principal Investigator |
Dr. Rakesh Ranjan |
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Monthly Emoluments |
₹58,000 + 9% HRA |
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Tenure |
7 months |
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Application Mode |
Email / submission to Principal Investigator |
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Last Date |
September 3, 2026 |
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Application Deadline |
5 PM |
Salary will be composed of ₹58,000 and 9% HRA, and the appointment is for a maximum duration of seven months.
IIT Roorkee Research Associate Eligibility
The recruitment has a narrowly defined academic profile. Candidates must have:
- PhD in Civil Engineering
- M.Tech in Structural Engineering
- CGPA above 6.5 on a 10-point scale, or aggregate marks above 65%
- GATE qualification in previous years
The notification specifies that the CGPA/percentage requirement applies irrespective of category. This means the vacancy is aimed at candidates with specialised structural-engineering research backgrounds rather than general Civil Engineering graduates.
What Will the Selected Research Associate Do?
The Associate will assist in research and development on the numerical modelling and experimental testing of lattice girder deck slabs. IIT Roorkee will look for candidates who have the following:
- Numerical modelling of concrete structures
- ABAQUS
- ETABS
- STAAD Pro
- Technical Report Writing
- Large-scale casting of RCC members
- Laboratory testing of RCC structures
The nature of the work (combination of computational and experimental modelling) differentiates this position from other project research positions.
Application Process for IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026
Research Associate applicants need to email their applications (as per the instructions provided during the interview) to the Principal Investigator’s office. The following will accompany the applications:
- Detailed CV, including the chronological discipline of degrees/certificates obtained
- Letter of motivation
- Details of research, industrial, field and other relevant experience
- Attested copies of degree/certificate documents
- Experience certificates
Applicants are expected to bring the certificates they submitted for the interview for verification purposes.
Application Email
- rakesh.ranjan@ce.iitr.ac.in
Last Date to Submit the Application
- September 3, 2026, 5:00 PM
It is essential that applicants send the Principal Investigator their applications by the deadline.
Selection and Other Conditions
Before attending the interview, candidates need to confirm their eligibility. TA/DA will not be reimbursed for attending the interview. The notification states that for similar qualifications and experience, SC/ST candidates will be given preference. This position is related to sponsored research. The duration of this position is seven months. However, if the research project is extended, this position will also be extended for the same duration as the research project.
Final Thoughts
The IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026 will appeal to structural-engineering researchers much more than to Civil Engineering researchers. This is exemplified by the single Research Associate position the institute has created. They require someone who can do both numerical modelling and experimental work on large-scale reinforced concrete structures. Importantly, candidates with a PhD in Civil Engineering or an M.Tech in Structural Engineering will be highly desirable, with preference given to candidates who have also cleared the GATE exam and have experience with ABAQUS, ETABS, STAAD Pro and RCC testing.
The Salary of ₹58,000 per month (plus 9% HRA) is an additional incentives. The initial appointment is limited to seven months. The official notification was released on August 21; therefore, candidates should provide this date, and not August 27 or 28. Applicants have until September 3 at 5 PM to provide their CV, cover letter, and other relevant documents.
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