Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 at IIT Gandhinagar – Semiconductor Manufacturing Research & Training Hub
Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 at IIT Gandhinagar for the SAMARTH semiconductor research project. One vacancy with salary up to INR 1.25 lakh per month. Apply online by 18 September 2026.
Post Date: 1st September 2026
Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar)
Organization Profile:
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) is a premier institute of national importance located in Gujarat. The institute offers education and research across engineering, science, humanities, and interdisciplinary fields. IIT Gandhinagar is actively involved in advanced research and technology development in areas including semiconductor technology, electronics, microelectronics, and advanced manufacturing.
Job Title: Project Scientist
Department: Electrical Engineering
Number of Vacancies: 01
Project: Silicon and Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Research and Training Hub (SAMARTH)
Advertisement No.: SPON/10455/Advt0308
Principal Investigator: Prof. Nihar Ranjan Mohapatra
Job Location: IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat
About the Project
The position is associated with the Silicon and Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Research and Training Hub (SAMARTH), an initiative focused on advanced semiconductor technologies, silicon-based devices, electronics, semiconductor manufacturing, and research and training.
The selected candidate will work in the Department of Electrical Engineering and contribute to research and technical activities related to semiconductor technology and advanced manufacturing.
Relevant Research Areas
Candidates with expertise or research experience in the following areas may find this opportunity relevant:
- Semiconductor Devices
- Silicon Technology
- Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Semiconductor Fabrication
- Microelectronics
- Nanoelectronics
- Electronic Devices
- Integrated Circuits
- Device Characterization
- Advanced Electronics
- Semiconductor Technology
- Electronics Research
Eligibility & Qualifications
The detailed essential educational qualifications and experience requirements are not fully available in the provided advertisement details.
Interested candidates should carefully check the complete official IIT Gandhinagar notification to confirm:
- Required educational qualification
- Relevant specialization
- Minimum academic requirements
- Research or industrial experience
- Technical skills
- Other eligibility conditions
Candidates should ensure that they meet all prescribed eligibility requirements before submitting their application.
Salary / Remuneration
The selected candidate will receive a consolidated remuneration of:
INR 60,000 – INR 1,25,000 per month
The final remuneration will depend on the candidate’s educational qualifications, experience, and applicable project norms.
Duration of Appointment
The initial appointment will be for:
1 Year
The position may be extended further based on:
- Satisfactory performance
- Project requirements
- Availability of project funding
- Applicable IIT Gandhinagar rules and regulations
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare the following documents for the online application:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
The CV should include:
- Educational qualifications
- Degree and institution details
- Year of graduation
- CGPA / marks
- Academic projects
- Research projects
- Industry projects
- Technical skills
- Software and tools known
- Professional experience
- Internships
- Publications
- Patents
- Technical reports
- Open-source contributions
- Awards and scholarships
- Certifications
- Other relevant achievements
Statement of Purpose
Applicants are required to submit a Statement of Purpose (SOP) of 1–2 pages.
The SOP should explain:
- Motivation for applying
- Relevant technical and research experience
- Skills related to the position
- Career aspirations
- Long-term professional goals
- How the position aligns with the candidate’s career objectives
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should apply online through the IIT Gandhinagar Project Staff Recruitment Portal.
Application Portal:
IIT Gandhinagar Project Staff Recruitment Portal
Applicants should complete the online application form and upload the required CV, Statement of Purpose, and other supporting information/documents as specified in the recruitment portal.
Last Date to Apply
18 September 2026
Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 31st August 2026 |
| Application Start | As per official portal |
| Last Date to Apply | 18th September 2026 |
Important Details
Position: Project Scientist
Vacancy: 01
Department: Electrical Engineering
Project: SAMARTH
Salary: INR 60,000 – INR 1,25,000 per month
Duration: 1 Year, extendable
Application Mode: Online
Last Date: 18 September 2026
Location: IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Principal Investigator
Prof. Nihar Ranjan Mohapatra
Department of Electrical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
Gujarat, India