IIT Ropar Recruitment 2026: Research Associate Post at Rupnagar

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Rupnagar has released a notification inviting applications for Research Associate Recruitment in the Department of Chemical Engineering. This position is under a National Green Hydrogen Mission project sponsored by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Interested candidates can submit their applications by email on or before 10th August 2026.

Date Posted: 4th August 2026

Institution Name: Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar)

Institution Profile: The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) is an Institute of National Importance, established in 2008 by the Ministry of Education under the Institutes of Technology (Amendment) Act of 2011. It is one of the eight Indian Institutes of Technology established to expand the reach and enhance the quality of technical education in the country. The first academic session commenced at IIT Delhi, and the institute began functioning from its transit campus in Rupnagar on 1 August 2009. Today, IIT Ropar operates from a world-class permanent campus in Rupnagar, Punjab, a campus that reflects both the promise of modern science and the deep historical legacy of the land it stands on.

Name of the Project: Pilot Plant Demonstration of Hydrogen Production from Agricultural Waste through Integrated Pyrolysis and Catalytic Steam Reforming Process

Funding Agency: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM)

Name of the Post: Research Associate (RA)

Number of the Post: 01

Duration of the Project: Initially for one year, extendable up to 2 years based on satisfactory performance

Essential Qualifications: PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology, allied branches, or Chemistry with a good number of publications in reputed journals. Candidate must have obtained at least 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (55% marks or 6.0 CGPA for SC/ST candidates) in all qualified degrees, along with experience in material synthesis and handling different projects

Desirable: Hands-on experience in handling experimental set-up, performing experiments, and collecting data, experience in analysis of catalyst characterization techniques such as BET, XRD, TPX, TGA, XPS, Raman, and SEM, experience in reaction kinetic and modelling, and priority for candidates with engineering background and industrial experience

Experience: As per Norms

Age Limit: 35 years

Emoluments per month: Rs. 58,000/- plus HRA if applicable

Job Location: Rupnagar, Punjab

Apply Mode: Email

Last Date to Apply: 10th August 2026

Institution Website: iitrpr.ac.in

How to Apply: Interested candidates should email a single PDF file named as RA_MNRE Project_Your Name containing a one-page cover letter, resume with complete qualification and experience details as per the prescribed format, soft copy of all degree and marksheet certificates, certificate of PhD degree and GATE/NET qualification, recommendation letters from two referees, and a list of publications, on or before 10th August 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview through email.

Email address to apply: [email protected]

Institution Address:
Indian Institute of Technology Ropar,
Main Campus, Rupnagar, Punjab-140001

Official Notification for Reference: IIT Ropar- Job Opening Notification

Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification of the Institution/University for details qualifications and other details, before applying.

General Instructions for the candidates to apply for the IIT Ropar jobs:

• Email a single merged PDF file named as RA_MNRE Project_Your Name to the designated email address with a copy to Dr. Tarak Mondal
• Include a one-page cover letter describing the background and prior knowledge relevant to the project
• Attach a resume with complete qualification and experience details as per the prescribed application format
• Provide soft copies of all degree and marksheet certificates along with PhD degree and GATE/NET qualification certificates
• Submit recommendation letters from at least two referees along with a list of publications
• Ensure all documents are submitted on or before the application deadline
• Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online interview through email

IIT Ropar offers a promising opportunity for PhD holders in chemical engineering and allied fields to contribute to an innovative green hydrogen production research project. Eligible candidates should apply by email before the deadline with complete documentation to be considered for this research position.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is the last date to apply for the IIT Ropar Research Associate recruitment? Candidates must submit their applications by email on or before 10th August 2026.

2. What is the qualification required for the Research Associate post at IIT Ropar? Candidates need a PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology, allied branches, or Chemistry with at least 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA and relevant publications.

3. What is the salary offered for the Research Associate position at IIT Ropar? The salary is Rs. 58,000/- per month plus HRA if applicable.

4. What is the age limit for the IIT Ropar Research Associate post? The maximum age limit for candidates applying for this position is 35 years.

5. How can candidates apply for the IIT Ropar Research Associate post? Candidates need to email a single merged PDF with a cover letter, resume, certificates, recommendation letters, and publication list to the designated email address.

6. Which project is this recruitment for at IIT Ropar? This recruitment is for a National Green Hydrogen Mission project on pilot plant demonstration of hydrogen production from agricultural waste, sponsored by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

7. What is the duration of the Research Associate position at IIT Ropar? The position is initially for one year and extendable up to 2 years based on satisfactory performance.