IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate II (Civil Engineering) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 558,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Job summary

IIT Gandhinagar is seeking a Project Associate II in the Civil Engineering department for the SPON/62058 C-NARMADA project. The appointment is six months, extendable on performance, with a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹50,000 - ₹90,000 including HRA.

Applicants may come via two routes: 2 years post-qualification experience with a relevant degree or 6 years for alternative qualifications, and a minimum 60% overall and 55% in 10th/12th. Apply online by 09/11/2026.

Qualifications

• Two routes to eligibility with different experience requirements.
• Minimum 60% marks from graduation onwards and 55% in class 10th and 12th.
• Desirable qualifications include CA, M.Com and prior academic or industry exposure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day project operations and ensure timely execution across activities.
• Manage grant operations, including budgeting, forecasting, utilization tracking and compliance.
• Compile and analyse financial statements and support procurement workflows.
• Prepare project-wise presentations for clients and coordinate with vendors.

Education

10TH

12TH

Graduate

B.A

B.B.A

B.Com

B.Sc

B.Tech/B.E

CA

CS

ICWA

LLB

LLM

MBA/PGDM

M.Com

M.Sc

Job description

COMPANY NAME Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar

POST NAME Project Associate II

QUALIFICATION 10TH, 12TH, Graduate, B.A, B.B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech/B.E, CA, CS, ICWA, LLB, LLM, MBA/PGDM, M.Com, M.Sc

VACANCY 1 Post

LAST DATE 09-11-2026

The Civil Engineering department of the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (Research & Development Office) is filling one Project Associate II post on project SPON/62058 C-NARMADA under Prof. Pranab Mohapatra. The consolidated monthly remuneration is ₹ 50,000 - ₹ 90,000 including HRA, based on the qualification. The appointment is for 6 months, extendable on the basis of performance. A candidate needs a listed degree or professional qualification in an appropriate discipline with 2 years of post-qualification experience, or a listed bachelor's-level qualification with 6 years of experience. Applications go through http://recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff/ and the last date is 09/11/2026 (9 November 2026).

IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate II at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, Research & Development Office

Advertisement No. SPON/62058/Advt0374

Department Civil Engineering

Project SPON/62058 C-NARMADA

Tenure 6 month extendable on basis of performance

Post Name(s) Project Associate II

Vacancies 1

Pay Consolidated monthly remuneration including HRA: ₹ 50,000 - ₹ 90,000 (based on the qualification)

Application Mode Online, through the application link

Last Date to Apply 09/11/2026

The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.

About IIT Gandhinagar

The notice is issued by the Research & Development Office of the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar. The post sits in the Civil Engineering department and is tied to the sponsored project SPON/62058 C-NARMADA, whose Principal Investigator (PI) is Prof. Pranab Mohapatra. The notice does not name a funding agency.

Who Can Apply

The notice gives two alternative routes to the essential qualification and experience. Each route keeps its own experience requirement.

Route

Experience

First B.Tech./B.E./M.Sc./M.C.A./LLM./CA/CMA/CS/MBA/MCom/Professional qualification or equivalent in an appropriate discipline Minimum 02 years of post-qualification experience

OR Second B.C.A./B.Sc./B.A./B.Com./B.B.A./LLB. or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline Minimum 06 years of post-qualification experience

The percentage or grade points must be a minimum of 60% or equivalent grade from graduation onwards, and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th and 12th.

Desirable qualification and experience

• CA, CA Inter or M.Com candidates are preferred.
• Experience working in an academic institute or reputed industry.
• Familiarity with procurement procedures, finance, accounting and Commerce related work.
• Exposure to project-based work.

The notice prints no age limit for this post. Candidates should check the official notification for the exact eligibility wording.

Pay and Tenure

Post

Pay

Project Associate II Consolidated monthly remuneration including HRA: ₹ 50,000 - ₹ 90,000 (based on the qualification)

The duration of appointment is 6 month, extendable on the basis of performance. The notice names no other allowance.

• Overall checking and reviewing of all allotted and future consultancy works.
• Manage day-to-day project operations and ensure timely execution across multiple activities.
• Manage grant operations, including budgeting, forecasting, utilisation tracking, and compliance with funding guidelines.
• Compile and analyse financial statements.
• Generally assist with any accounting routines, especially during month/weekly/yearly with the departments.
• Oversee procurement processes, vendor coordination, and payment workflows along with follow-ups.
• Preparation of project-wise presentation with clients.
• Fluency in Microsoft Suite.
• Support recruitment, documentation, and institutional processes, including approvals and reporting.

The notice adds that the role involves dynamic responsibilities, and the candidate should be adaptable, proactive, and able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate II (Civil Engineering) Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. How many Project Associate II vacancies are there at IIT Gandhinagar?

There is 1 position of Project Associate II under project SPON/62058 C-NARMADA in the Civil Engineering department.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate II?

The last date of application submission is 09/11/2026, that is 9 November 2026.

Q3. What is the qualification required for IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate II?

Either B.Tech./B.E./M.Sc./M.C.A./LLM./CA/CMA/CS/MBA/MCom/Professional qualification or equivalent in an appropriate discipline with a minimum of 02 years of post-qualification experience, OR B.C.A./B.Sc./B.A./B.Com./B.B.A./LLB. or equivalent in an appropriate discipline with a minimum of 06 years of post-qualification experience.

Q4. What minimum marks are required?

A minimum of 60% or equivalent grade from graduation onwards, and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th and 12th.

Q5. What is the salary of the IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate II?

The consolidated monthly remuneration including HRA is ₹ 50,000 - ₹ 90,000, based on the qualification.

Q6. How do I apply for the IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate II post?

Use the application link http://recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff/ on or before 09/11/2026.

Q7. How long is the appointment?

The duration of appointment is 6 month, extendable on the basis of performance.

Q8. Which qualifications are preferred?

CA, CA Inter or M.Com candidates are preferred. Experience in an academic institute or reputed industry, familiarity with procurement procedures, finance, accounting and Commerce related work, and exposure to project-based work are also desirable.

Q9. Does meeting the minimum eligibility guarantee selection?

No. The notice says that meeting the minimum eligibility criteria will not guarantee shortlisting or appointment, and a higher cutoff level may be used.