IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad; Dhanbad; On-site; INR 244,000 - 292,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad invites applications for the Project Assistant position under the TEXMiN sponsored project. The role involves field and lab duties related to mitigating coal dust using an unmanned aerial spray system, with emphasis on drone operations and coal handling.

Applicants should hold a B.Sc. or a 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology. Age up to 50 years; no TA/DA for interview; last date 10 November 2026 via email.

Qualifications

• Post: Project Assistant (B.Sc./3-year Diploma) with drone operations and coal handling experience preferred.
• Age limit: up to 50 years with GoI rule-based relaxations for reserved categories.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out binder spray activities over the coal in the lab to optimize the binder concentration.
• Operate the unmanned aerial spray system in the open cast mines and record the relevant environmental parameters.

Skills

Drone operations

Coal handling

Education

B.Sc./ 3-year Diploma in Engineering and Technology

Job description

COMPANY NAME Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad

IIT (ISM) Project No. SRDP 1411G

Department Office of the Dean (Research & Development)

Project Mitigating coal dust in an open-cast mine with biodegradable binder using an unmanned aerial spray system

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad is an Indian Institute of Technology in Dhanbad, Jharkhand. Its Office of the Dean (Research & Development) has advertised this Project Assistant position under TEXMiN, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Sponsored Project. The project, "Mitigating coal dust in an open-cast mine with biodegradable binder using an unmanned aerial spray system", is led by Principal Investigator Prof. Sarthak S. Singh.

Who Can Apply

Post

Project Assistant B.Sc./ 3-year Diploma in Engineering and Technology Experience in drone operations, Experience in coal handling

Age limit: The upper age limit for the Project Assistant post is 50 years. Upper age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women applicants will be applicable as per GoI rules.

Experience in drone operations and coal handling is listed as desirable, not essential. Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant Job Description

As printed in the notice, the Project Assistant will be responsible for the following:

• Carrying out binder spray activities over the coal in the lab to optimize the binder concentration
• Operate the unmanned aerial spray system in the open cast mines and record the relevant environmental parameters.

Selection and Interview

Candidates for the IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant post will be shortlisted based on their merit and as per the requirement of the project. Meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee an invitation to the interview. Shortlisted candidates will be told the date of the interview.

• All candidates should make their own arrangements for their stay at Dhanbad, if required.
• No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview.

Event

Date

Date of notice 26 October, 2026

Last date and time to email the application 10 November, 2026 till 05:00 pm

Interview date To be informed to shortlisted candidates

Apply by Email to the Principal Investigator Email address for the application, CV and supporting documents (open until 10 November 2026, 05:00 pm)

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant Notification PDF Official notice dated 26 October 2026 (IIT (ISM) Project No. SRDP 1411G)

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are there in IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?

There is 01 (One) Project Assistant position under the sponsored project (IIT (ISM) Project No. SRDP 1411G).

Q2. What is the last date to apply for the IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant post?

The last date is 10 November 2026, until 05:00 pm, for emailing the application with an updated CV and supporting documents.

Q3. What qualification is needed for the IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant post?

The essential qualification is a B.Sc./ 3-year Diploma in Engineering and Technology. Experience in drone operations and experience in coal handling are desirable.

Q4. What is the age limit for the IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant post?

The upper age limit is 50 years. Upper age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women applicants will be applicable as per GoI rules.

Q5. What is the salary of the IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant?

The fellowship is ₹24,000/- (Including HRA).

Q6. Is HRA paid on top of the ₹24,000 fellowship?

No. The notice says the fellowship of ₹24,000/- already includes HRA.

Q7. How do I apply for the IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant post?

Email the application, your updated CV and supporting documents to [e-mail] by 10 November 2026, 05:00 pm.

Q8. What is the selection process for the IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Assistant post?

Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and as per the requirement of the project, and shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date. Meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee an interview call.

Q9. Will TA/DA be paid for attending the interview?

No. No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview, and candidates should make their own arrangements for their stay at Dhanbad, if required.