IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad; Dhanbad; On-site; INR 589,000 - 706,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad invites applications for a Research Associate – I (RA-I) on a 3-month sponsored project. A PhD in Geology, Applied Geology or Earth Sciences is required, with a maximum age of 35 years. The position offers Rs.

58,000 per month and applications close on 8 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Email applications to the Principal Investigator. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews as per project requirements.

Qualifications

• PhD in Geology, Applied Geology or Earth Sciences is essential.
• Data collection from literature and studies is required.
• Experience with rock/geologic material characterization and reporting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Data collection from literature and reported studies.
• Characterization of geologic materials.
• Report preparation and documentation.

Skills

Data collection

Geologic analysis

Report writing

Education

PhD in Geology/Applied Geology/Earth Sciences

Job description

COMPANY NAME Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad has one Research Associate – I (RA-I) post on a 3-month sponsored project, and applications close at 5:00 PM on 8 November 2026. Candidates need a PhD in Geology, Applied Geology or Earth Sciences and must be within the maximum age of 35 years. The post pays Rs. 58,000 per month. Applications go by email to the Principal Investigator.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Research Associate Recruitment 2026 Overview

Detail

Information

Organisation Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad

Project number SRDP 1409 G

Sanction number and date DAR/27/2026-27, 1 October 2026

Post Research Associate – I (RA-I)

Total vacancies 01

Notice date 1 November 2026

Last date 8 November 2026, 5:00 PM

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad is an institute of technology in Dhanbad. This notice comes from its Office of the Dean (Research & Development) and is for a TexMin-funded project titled "AI-Driven Process Optimization of HVAF-Sprayed WC-10Co-4Cr Coatings for Enhanced Erosion Resistance in Mining Applications". Prof. Ashutosh Tripathy is the Principal Investigator.

Post

Pay

Research Associate – I (RA-I) 01 Rs. 58,000 per month

The notice heading calls this a "Research Assistant position", while its position row names Research Associate – I (RA-I).

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Research Associate Eligibility 2026

Requirement

Details

Essential qualification PhD (Geology/Applied Geology/Earth Sciences)

Age limit Maximum 35 years

See the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

Job Description

• Data collection from literature and reported studies
• Characterization of geologic materials
• Report preparation

Event

Date

Notice date 1 November 2026

Last date and time 8 November 2026, 5:00 PM

Selection Process

Candidates will be shortlisted based on their merit and the requirements of the project. Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date. Having the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview invitation.

Service Conditions

The tenure of the post is 3 months. The RA will report to the principal investigators of the project.

Original certificates and supporting documents must be brought for verification at the time of joining.

FAQs

Q1. What will the Research Associate do on this project?

The work covers literature data collection, experimental rock abrasion studies, characterization of geologic materials and report preparation.

Q2. Which documents must I send with my application?

Send a detailed resume with your photograph, along with supporting documents for your age, qualification and experience.

Q3. Will every eligible applicant be called for an interview?

No. Only candidates shortlisted on merit and project requirements will be informed of the interview date.

Q4. Will IIT (ISM) Dhanbad pay travel costs for the interview?

No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview. Candidates must also make their own arrangements for any stay at Dhanbad.