Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Senior Project Engineer. This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Location

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh

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Deadline

15th February

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Published

2nd February 2026

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Senior Project Engineer Recruitment – IIT Kanpur (Department of Chemical Engineering)

Applications are invited for the recruitment of Senior Project Engineer under a sponsored research and development project at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur.

Organization Details

Organization Name	Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur)
Department	Department of Chemical Engineering
Advertisement Number	P.Rect./R&D/2026/23
Project Name	Kotak-IITM Save Energy Mission (KISEM) Center

Post Details

Position Name	Senior Project Engineer
Number of Positions	01
Role	Energy Manager
Employment Type	Temporary, Contractual, Project-Based
Job Location	Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Department of Chemical Engineering, Kalyanpur, Kanpur – 208016, Uttar Pradesh, India

Salary and Duration

Salary Range	INR 38,800 – 3,200 – 96,400 per month (depending on qualification and merit)
Initial Appointment	One year
Extension	Extendable up to a maximum of three years based on satisfactory performance
Nature of Appointment	Purely temporary and contractual

Job Responsibilities

Oversee the complete activities of the Energy Assessment team
Conduct energy audits as per set protocols on a need basis
Liaise with the Project Head and report to the project coordinator as required
Identify and approach potential customers in the designated region
Ensure timely fulfillment of commitments to customers during pre-assessment and post-assessment periods
Carry out walk-through and detailed energy assessments for industries and buildings
Prepare customized energy conservation measures in assessment reports
Guide clients in the implementation of recommended energy-saving measures

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

BE / B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, Energy, or Instrumentation Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of industry experience
OR ME / M.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, Energy, or Instrumentation Engineering with a minimum of 1 year of industry experience

Mandatory Requirement

Candidate must be a BEE Certified Energy Manager

Minimum Marks Requirement

General / OBC	Minimum 60% marks or 6.0 CGPA in Bachelor’s degree
SC / ST	Minimum 55% marks or 5.5 CGPA in Bachelor’s degree

Desired Experience

Candidates with a Master’s degree should have at least 1 year of experience in Energy Auditing of Industries
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree should have at least 3 years of experience in Energy Auditing of Industries

Age Limit

No age limit has been specified in the official notification.

Reservation Details

Relaxation in minimum qualifying marks is applicable for SC/ST candidates
No other reservation details are mentioned in the notification

Application Fees

No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Important Dates

Last Date for Submission	15 February 2026 (up to 23:59 hrs)

Application Process

Applicants must apply online through the prescribed Google Form
All documents must be uploaded in a single PDF file
The PDF file should include:
- One-page cover letter describing background and relevant experience
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Soft copies of all degree certificates
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered

Application Form Link: https://forms.gle/uizLEdkkUkNYTuyj6

Selection Process

Candidates will be shortlisted based on qualification and experience
The department reserves the right to set its own shortlisting criteria
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email
Interview details will be communicated through email only

Contact Information

Contact Person	Prof. Anurag Tripathi
Department	Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Kanpur
Helpline Number	Not mentioned
Email Address	Not mentioned

Official Links

Official Website: https://www.iitk.ac.in
Official Notification Link: https://iitk.ac.in/dord/project/che-spe-29-01-26.html

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