IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur; Howrah; On-site; INR 274,000 - 328,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur invites applications for a temporary Project Assistant in the Department of Earth Sciences. Candidates with B.Sc. in Applied Geology/Geology/Earth Sciences may apply by email; the position is 27,000 INR per month and duration up to August 2030.

Shortlisting followed by interview will decide selection. Applicants should submit soft copies of the application letter, biodata, marksheets and certificates before 19 October 2026 to the

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Applied Geology/ Geology/ Earth Sciences from a recognized University.
• Desirable: M.Sc. in Applied Geology/ Geology/ Earth Sciences from a recognized University.
• Desirable: M.Sc. with palaeontology/sedimentology and palaeoclimate knowledge.

Skills

B.Sc. in Geology/Earth Sciences

Education

B.Sc. in Applied Geology/Geology/Earth Sciences

M.Sc. in Applied Geology/Geology/Earth Sciences (Desirable)

Job description

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur (IIEST Shibpur) has notified 1 temporary Project Assistant post. Candidates holding a B.Sc. in Applied Geology/ Geology/ Earth Sciences from a recognized University can apply by email. The notified pay for the post is Rs. 27,000 per month, and the selection process consists of short listing followed by an interview. Applicants must submit soft copies of the application letter on plain paper, recent bio-data, mark sheets and certificates on or before the last date of 19 October 2026.

Particulars

Details

Organisation Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur

Event

Date

Advertisement Date 09 October 2026

Application Last Date 19 October 2026 (within 10 days of publication)

Interview Venue / Date Department of Earth Sciences, IIEST, Shibpur (To be announced)

Project Duration Upto August, 2030

There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the Project Assistant post under the Department of Earth Sciences.

Post Name

Project Assistant 1

IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Eligibility Criteria

Post

Qualification Required

Project Assistant B.Sc. in Applied Geology/ Geology/ Earth Sciences from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification: 1. M.Sc. in Applied Geology/ Geology/ Earth Sciences from a recognized University. 2. M.Sc. Specialization in Palaeontology/ Sedimentology. 3. Basic knowledge of palaeoclimate and palaeoenvironmental studies.

Maximum 28 years. The upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Woman and Physically handicapped candidates.

IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Salary

Post

Project Assistant Rs. 27,000/- per month (consolidated)

The position is consolidated and attached to the project titled "Unveiling Climate Dynamics from the Miocene to Holocene in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea through High-Resolution Microfossils Studies and Geochemical Analyses Integrated with Cal/Val Mathematical Modelling Techniques to Predict the Future Climatic Trends" sponsored by the Department of Science & Technology, Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (DST-INSPIRE), GoI.

The notification does not mention any application fee.

IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant Selection Process

The selection process comprises short listing followed by an interview.

Short Listing

Short listing may be done before the interview based on applications received.

Interview

The venue of the interview is the Department of Earth Sciences, IIEST, Shibpur. Short listed candidates must provide valid email ID and phone number for communicating the date of interview.

How to Apply for IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant

• Prepare an application letter on plain paper.
• Compile your recent bio-data, mark sheets, and certificates.
• Send soft copies of the application letter, bio-data, mark sheets, and certificates through e-mail within 10 days of the publication of the advertisement to Dr. Lopamudra Roy, Project Investigator.
• Send the email to [e-mail] and [e-mail].
• Ensure the application mentions a valid e-mail ID and phone number for communication regarding the interview date.

Documents Required

• Application letter on plain paper
• Recent bio-data
• Mark sheets
• Certificates
• All documents should be self-attested.
• Physical documents will be verified at the time of joining.
• The selection will be cancelled if any discrepancies are found in the documents at the time of physical verification.
• Applications must mention a valid e-mail id and phone number for communicating the date of interview.
• Soft copies must be sent within 10 days of the publication of the advertisement in the institute's website.

Official Notification PDF View Advertisement No. ES 1967, dated 09.10.2026

IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant (Earth Sciences) Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is IIEST Shibpur Project Assistant recruitment?

It is a recruitment notification issued by the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur to fill 1 temporary Project Assistant position in the Department of Earth Sciences under a DST-INSPIRE sponsored project.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?

There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the Project Assistant post.

Q3. What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit soft copies of the application by email is 19 October 2026, which is within 10 days of the publication of the advertisement.

Q4. What is the required educational qualification?

Candidates must hold a B.Sc. in Applied Geology/ Geology/ Earth Sciences from a recognized University. M.Sc. in relevant fields is a desirable qualification.

Q5. What is the age limit for applicants?

The maximum age limit is 28 years, with relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Woman and Physically handicapped candidates.

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