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 Project Technical Support – II. 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

1st April

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Published

31st March 2026

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IIT Kanpur Recruitment 2026 – Project Technical Support-II Post

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), Department of Chemistry, has released an official advertisement (Advertisement No. P.Rect./R&D/2026/051) inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Project Technical Support – II. The recruitment is under a research project funded by ICMR (Investigator Initiated Extramural Research Grant – Small Grant).

Project Title: Next Generation Metallodrugs: a Potent Alternative to FDA Approved Antibiotics for treating Acinetobacter Baumannii Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia

Organization Details

Organization Name	Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur)
Department	Department of Chemistry
Advertisement Number	P.Rect./R&D/2026/051
Job Location	Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India – 208016

Post Details

Post Name	Project Technical Support – II
Number of Vacancies	01
Employment Type	Contractual (Project-Based)
Duration	Initially 1 year (extendable based on satisfactory performance)
Salary	₹24,000/- per month (Consolidated)

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply: 01 April 2026
Interview Date: Will be communicated to shortlisted candidates via email

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Qualification

B.Tech / B.Sc / B.Pharm / M.Tech / M.S (Pharm) / M.Sc or equivalent degree
Minimum 60% marks in the qualifying degree

Desirable Qualification

Bachelor’s degree (B.Tech/B.Sc.) from a recognized institution

Experience Requirement

Candidates with at least 1.5 years of experience in laboratory-based research environments will be preferred

Age Limit

Maximum age: 35 years (as on date of advertisement)
Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Female candidates as per Government of India norms

Job Responsibilities

Maintaining laboratory inventory of chemicals, glassware, and ensuring safety compliance
Assisting with documentation, project-related record keeping, and sample labeling/tracking
Managing sample logs and assisting with sterilization, media preparation, and waste disposal
Operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation
Coordinating in vivo study logistics
Assisting in conducting, monitoring, and coordinating project activities
Handling administrative and file processing tasks
Performing any other duties assigned by the Project Officer

Application Process

Candidates must submit their application via email before the deadline.

Prepare updated CV
Attach educational certificates
Attach experience certificates (if applicable)
Send email to: ritika7gautam@gmail.com
Email subject must be: Application for the post of Project Technical Support- II
Last date for submission: 01 April 2026

Selection Process

Shortlisting of candidates based on applications
Interview of shortlisted candidates
Interview date and time will be communicated via email

Application Fees

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

Reservation Details

Reservation and relaxation will be provided as per Government of India norms

Terms and Conditions

The position is purely contractual and initially for 1 year
The engagement is co-terminus with the project
No claim for regular or permanent appointment will be entertained
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview
Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification

Contact Information

Name	Dr. Ritika Gautam
Designation	Associate Professor
Department	Department of Chemistry
Organization	Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
Email	ritika7gautam@gmail.com
Address	IIT Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh – 208016, India