IIT Ropar Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar; Rupnagar; On-site; INR 376,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

The Electrical Engineering Department of IIT Ropar invites applications for four Project Associate-I positions under the Mobility-X project (project No. 23(2)/2025-ESDA). The roles are temporary for three years with a monthly salary of Rs.37000 plus 10% HRA.

Eligible candidates must hold B.Tech/B.E., M.E./M.Tech., M.Sc or MS in EE, ECE, CS or related fields with 60% marks and a valid GATE score or an equivalent national-level test. Applications close on 4 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science, or similar with 60% marks.
• GATE score or qualified in another national-level test; candidates without GATE may be considered with lower emoluments as per Institute rules.

Skills

RF Microwave Engineering

RFID technology

ADS

HFSS

CST

Application development

Education

B.Tech/B.E./MSc/M.Tech./M.E./MS with 60% marks

Job description

COMPANY NAME Indian Institute of Technology Ropar

POST NAME Project Associate-I

QUALIFICATION B.Tech/B.E, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc, MS

The Electrical Engineering Department of the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar has 4 Project Associate-I posts in its project "Transforming Mobility with a futuristic approach (Mobility-X)" (project No. 23(2)/2025-ESDA). The posts run for three years on a purely temporary basis, and the monthly salary is Rs.37000 + 10% HRA. Only Indian Nationals can apply. You need a B.Tech/B.E./MSc or M.Tech./M.E./M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science or a similar field with 60% marks, plus a valid GATE score or a pass in another national-level test. To apply, fill in the Google form and upload your CV by 4 November 2026.

IIT Ropar Project Associate-I at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Indian Institute of Technology Ropar

Department Electrical Engineering Department, IIT Ropar

Project Project No. 23(2)/2025-ESDA, "Transforming Mobility with a futuristic approach (Mobility-X)"

Principal Investigator (PI) Dr. Ashwani Sharma, Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering Department, IIT Ropar

Tenure Three years, on a purely temporary basis

Post Name Project Associate-I

Vacancies 4

Pay Rs.37000 + 10% HRA (monthly salary)

Who Can Apply Indian Nationals

Application Mode Online, through a Google form (upload your CV)

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

About IIT Ropar

The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar is an Indian Institute of Technology in Rupnagar (Ropar), Punjab. These Project Associate-I posts belong to the project "Transforming Mobility with a futuristic approach (Mobility-X)". The project is run by Dr. Ashwani Sharma, Associate Professor in the Electrical Engineering Department, as Principal Investigator.

Who Can Apply

B.Tech/B.E./MSc or M.Tech./M.E./M.S. in Electrical Engineering/Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Computer science/or similar field or equivalent qualification with 60% marks (or 6 grade points out of 10).

GATE or National-Level Test

Applicants should have a valid GATE score or pass other National Eligibility Tests or National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Institutions. Applicants without GATE may be considered, but on lower emoluments as per the Institute rules.

• RF Microwave Engineering
• RFID technology
• ADS, HFSS, CST

Nationality

Only Indian Nationals can apply.

Check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility for the Project Associate-I post.

• The monthly salary for Project Associate-I is Rs.37000, with 10% HRA paid on top of it.
• Applicants without GATE may be considered with lower emoluments as per the Institute rules.
• The appointment is for a period of three years, on a purely temporary basis.
• The position will end when the project closes.

Q1. How many vacancies are there in the IIT Ropar Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026?

There are 4 Project Associate-I posts in the Mobility-X project of the Electrical Engineering Department, IIT Ropar.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for IIT Ropar Project Associate-I?

The last date for submitting the application is 4 November 2026.

Q3. What qualification do I need for IIT Ropar Project Associate-I?

You need a B.Tech/B.E./MSc or M.Tech./M.E./M.S. in Electrical Engineering/Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Computer science/or similar field or equivalent qualification with 60% marks (or 6 grade points out of 10). You should also have a valid GATE score or a pass in another National Eligibility Test or National Level examination conducted by Central Government Institutions.

Q4. Is GATE compulsory for the IIT Ropar Project Associate-I post?

Applicants should have a valid GATE score or a pass in another national-level test. Applicants without GATE may still be considered, but on lower emoluments as per the Institute rules.

Q5. What is the salary of IIT Ropar Project Associate-I?

The monthly salary is Rs.37000 + 10% HRA. Applicants without GATE may be considered with lower emoluments as per the Institute rules.

Q6. Is HRA paid on top of the Project Associate-I salary?

Yes. The notice prints the monthly salary as Rs.37000 + 10% HRA.

Q7. How do I apply for IIT Ropar Project Associate-I?

Fill in the Google form for the project position and upload your CV by 4 November 2026. The notice also says to check the IIT Ropar website, under jobs.

Q8. What is the selection process for IIT Ropar Project Associate-I?

Shortlisted candidates will be told by email to attend an interview, and only they will be contacted. The selected candidate is expected to join immediately.

Q9. Is the IIT Ropar Project Associate-I a permanent job?

No. The post is on a purely temporary basis for a period of three years, and it will end when the Mobility-X project closes.

Q10. Which skills are desirable for IIT Ropar Project Associate-I?

The desirable skills are RF Microwave Engineering, communication engineering, RFID technology, intelligent transport systems, ADS, HFSS, CST and application development.