BBAU Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University; Lucknow; On-site; INR 284,000 - 341,000; Full time

Job summary

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow, invites applications for a Research Assistant on a purely temporary contract basis. The appointment is initially for one year and renewable based on performance. Required qualifications are BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering and ME/M.Tech in a relevant specialization.

The monthly pay is Rs. 28,000 with no HRA or allowances. Residents of Uttar Pradesh only must apply; age not exceeding 28 as of 01.04.2026.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering is essential.
• ME/M.Tech in a relevant specialization is essential.
• Resident of Uttar Pradesh is required; age cap information provided (28 years).
• Stipend is fixed Rs. 28,000 per month with no HRA or allowances.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the Morphological Dynamics of the Gomti River project.
• Support data collection, analysis, and report preparation for the project.
• Prepare and submit documents as required (Annexure-1) and attend interview if shortlisted.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Water resources concepts

Remote sensing awareness

GIS familiarity

Education

BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering

ME/M.Tech in relevant specialization

Tools

Remote Sensing Software

GIS

Job description

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) has announced 1 vacancy for the Research Assistant post on a contract basis in Lucknow. The appointment is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, initially for one year and renewable based on performance. The required qualification is BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering and ME/M.Tech in relevant specialization, and the pay is Rs. 28,000 p.m. (Fixed) with no HRA or other allowances. Candidates must be residents of Uttar Pradesh. Applicants should send scanned copies of degrees, mark-sheets, experience certificates and the prescribed format (Annexure-1) by email within 15 days of the advertisement, with the last date on 29 October 2026. The selection process involves shortlisting followed by an interview on 2 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.

BBAU Research Assistant at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow

Department Department of Civil Engineering, University Institute of Engineering & Technology (UIET)

Project Morphological Dynamics of the Gomti River and Their Contribution to Societal Welfare and Environmental Resilience

Funding Agency Council of Science and Technology, Uttar Pradesh (CST-UP), Lucknow

Tenure 03 Years

Post Name Research Assistant (RA)

Vacancies 01 (One)

Pay Rs. 28,000/- p.m. (Fixed). No HRA or any other allowances will be admissible.

Candidates must possess a BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering and an ME/M.Tech in a relevant specialization. Applicants are also required to be residents of Uttar Pradesh and must not exceed 28 years of age as on 01.04.2026.

Desirable Qualification: Work Experience in Water Resources Engineering, Geomatics/Remote Sensing & GIS, Hydrology, or a related discipline. Experience in Remote Sensing and GIS satellite image processing, river morphology, and field-based river surveys.

Pay and Tenure

The selected Research Assistant will receive a fixed fellowship salary of Rs. 28,000/- per month. No House Rent Allowance (HRA) or any other allowances are admissible. The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. The initial appointment is for one year, which may be renewed for subsequent years based on candidate performance and the recommendation of the Principal Investigator.

Selection and Interview

Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and the requirements of the project. Mere possession of the prescribed qualifications does not guarantee an interview call. Shortlisted candidates must attend the walk-in interview scheduled for 02.11.2026 at 11:00 AM at the Department of Civil Engineering, University Institute of Engineering & Technology (UIET), Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow-226025, U.P., India. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

BBAU Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. Is the Research Assistant post permanent or on contract, and for how long?

The post is purely temporary and contractual, initially appointed for one year and renewable for subsequent years based on performance and PI recommendation, up to the 3-year project duration.

Q2. Are HRA or other allowances paid in addition to the stipend?

No HRA or any other allowances are admissible; the stipend is a fixed amount of Rs. 28,000/- per month.

Q3. Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment in terms of residency and age?

The candidate must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh and must be a maximum of 28 years of age as on 01.04.2026.

Q4. How are candidates shortlisted for the interview?

Candidates are shortlisted based on merit and the requirements of the project, after which they must attend the walk-in-interview.

Q5. What documents must be sent with the email application?

Applicants must send scanned copies of their degrees, mark-sheets, experience certificates, and the prescribed format (Annexure-1).