IIT Kanpur Recruitment 2026: Senior Project Associate (Contractual, Project-Based)
Applications are invited for the position of Senior Project Associate under a project at the Department of Management Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur). The post is purely temporary and on contractual basis.
Organization & Advertisement Details
- Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur)
- Department: Department of Management Sciences
- Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D/2025/281
- Nature of Post: Purely temporary and on contractual basis (project-based)
Project Information
Project Title: Policy Interventions for Net Zero Lessons from Global Experiences
Post Details
| Designation | Number of Positions | Employment Type | Term of Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | 01 | Contractual / Temporary (Project-based) | As per IITK DORD norms |
Job Location
- City: Kanpur
- State: Uttar Pradesh
- Country: India
- Postal Code: 208016
- Street Address: Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Department of Management Sciences, Kanpur - 208016 (India)
Salary / Pay (Consolidated)
| Post | Salary Range | Salary Type |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | Rs. 25900-2100-63700 PM | Consolidated |
Note: Higher starting salary may be considered for exceptionally qualified/experienced candidates as per IITK Rules.
Important Date
- Last Date for Submitting Applications: 09 January 2026
Application Process
The application may be submitted through the CER portal or LinkedIn. The notification mentions an Apply Online option ("To apply, please click here: Apply Online").
- Submit the application through the CER portal or LinkedIn (as mentioned in the notification).
- Ensure the application is submitted on or before 09 January 2026.
- Wait for shortlisting communication (shortlisted candidates will be informed via email).
Eligibility Criteria (Minimum Qualification)
Post: Senior Project Associate (01 position)
Option 1
- Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech (Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Power Engineering / Energy Engineering)
- Experience: 1 year of experience in the power system / power sector / renewable energy
- Preferred (as stated): Good understanding of regulatory and policy aspects of Indian power sector
OR
Option 2
- Qualification: Postgraduate
- Experience: 1 year of experience in the power system / power sector / renewable energy
- Preferred (as stated): Good understanding of regulatory and policy aspects of Indian power sector
Age Limit
Age limit is not mentioned in the provided notification content.
Reservation Details
Reservation details are not mentioned in the provided notification content.
Application Fees
Application fees are not mentioned in the provided notification content.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a Zoom online interview. Shortlisted candidates will be informed with an email about the date of interview.
- Mode of Interview: Zoom (online)
- Shortlisting: Yes (shortlisted candidates will be informed via email)
- Interview Schedule Communication: Email
Contact / Helpline Information
Contact Person
- Name: Dr. Anoop Singh
- Designation: Professor and Coordinator, Centre for Energy Regulation (CER)
- Department: Department of Management Sciences
- Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
- Address: Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur - 208016 (India)
Note: Helpline phone numbers and email ID are not mentioned in the provided notification content.
Official Website Links
- Website: https://eal.iitk.ac.in
- Website: https://cer.iitk.ac.in
Additional Notes / Disclaimers
- The post is purely temporary and on contractual basis.
- Term of appointment will be as per IITK DORD norms.
- The application may be submitted through the CER portal or LinkedIn.
- The selection will be based on a Zoom online interview, and shortlisted candidates will be informed via email.
- Salary note: Higher starting salary may be considered for exceptionally qualified/experienced candidates as per IITK Rules.
