IIT Roorkee Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Department of Humanities and Social Sciences • Advertisement to Fill Up Project Positions
Advt. Date: 24th September, 2026 Application Deadline: 10th October, 2026 (5:00 PM) Position: Research Associate (01 Post)
1. Recruitment Overview
Applications are invited from Indian nationals only for project position(s) as per the details given below for the research project under the Principal Investigator Dr. Manish Kumar Singh, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Principal Investigator (PI) | Dr. Manish Kumar Singh |
| Title of Project | Research on Public Finance, Revenue Mobilization and Economic Growth |
| Project Number | BMC-3102-HSD/26-27 |
| Sponsor of the Project | Gates Foundation |
| Position Name | Research Associate |
| Number of Positions | 01 (One) |
| Nationality Required | Indian nationals only |
2. Important Dates & Schedule
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 24th September, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 10th October, 2026 by 5:00 PM |
| Expected Date of Joining | 01st December, 2026 |
| Interview Schedule | Interview details will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates after screening of applications |
3. Position Details, Qualifications & Salary
| Project Position(s) & Number | Research Associate : 01 (One) |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualifications |
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| Emoluments / Remuneration | Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 75,000/- + HRA per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. |
| Duration of Project Position | 12 months (extendable up to 12 months) |
4. Application Process & Mode of Submission
Important Mode of Application: Candidates desiring to appear for the interview should submit their applications to the office of Principal Investigator through email only.
Required Documents to be Submitted via Email:
- 1 Plain Paper Application & Detailed CV: Application on plain paper with detailed CV including chronological discipline of degree/certificate obtained.
- 2 Experience Details: Experience details including research, industrial field, and others.
- 3 Self-Attested Certificates: Self-attested copies of degree/certificate and experience certificate.
Deadline for Submission: The last date for the application to be submitted to the office of Principal Investigator is 10th October, 2026 by 5 PM.
5. Selection Process & Interview Instructions
- Eligibility Verification: Candidates before appearing for the interview shall ensure that they are eligible for the position they intend to apply.
- Screening of Applications: Received applications will be screened by the department / Principal Investigator.
- Communication with Shortlisted Candidates: The interview details will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates after screening of application.
- Document Verification: Candidates shall bring along with them the original degree(s)/certificate(s) and experience certificate(s) at the time of interview for verification.
6. Official Links & Contact Details
Office Information:
Principal Investigator: Dr. Manish Kumar Singh
Department: Department of Humanities and Social Sciences
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Official Notification Link: https://iitr.ac.in/Careers/static/Project_Jobs/HSS/2026/adv250920261.pdf
