NIT Silchar Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

National Institute of Technology Silchar; Cachar; On-site; INR 335,000 - 413,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institute of Technology Silchar invites applications for a temporary Project Associate-I in the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering. The role supports the ANRF-sponsored project on ML-Driven ISAC for Hybrid Satellite–Terrestrial 6G connectivity. The post runs for two years and pays ₹37,000 per month to GATE/NET-qualified candidates, or ₹30,000 otherwise, plus 10% HRA if accommodation is not provided.

Candidates must hold a B.Tech/B.E. in ECE/CSE/EE/E&I.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of digital communication, probability theory, optimization, and wireless communications.
• Experience with programming languages; MATLAB or Python.
• Minimum B. Tech/B.E. in ECE/CSE/EE/E&I from a recognized university.

Skills

Digital communication

Probability theory

Optimization

Wireless communications

MATLAB

Python

Education

B.Tech/B.E. in ECE/CSE/EE/E&I

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

COMPANY NAME National Institute of Technology Silchar

One temporary Project Associate-I post is open in the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar. The post serves the project "ML-Driven ISAC for Hybrid Satellite–Terrestrial 6G Connectivity", sponsored by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Govt. of India. The post runs for two years and pays INR 37,000 per month to GATE/NET-qualified candidates, or 30,000 per month otherwise, plus HRA @10% if Institute accommodation is not provided. Candidates need a B. Tech/B.E. in ECE/CSE/EE/E&I, and only Indian citizens may apply. The completed application form must be emailed to the Principal Investigator. The last date for receiving it is 13 November 2026.

About NIT Silchar Project Associate-I

National Institute of Technology Silchar is in Assam (PIN 788010). Its Office of the Dean (Research & Consultancy) issued this advertisement. The post is in an ANRF-sponsored project (Project Sanction Number FILE NO. ANRF/ECRG/2025/003836/ENS). The project aims to develop Machine Learning based algorithms for sensing and communication in terrestrial wireless systems, satellite systems and Integrated Satellite–Terrestrial Networks (ISTN). The Principal Investigator is Dr. Sucharita Chakraborty, Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, NIT Silchar.

Who Can Apply

• A solid understanding of digital communication, probability theory, optimization, and wireless communications is crucial.


• Experience with programming languages; MATLAB or Python.

Minimum B. Tech/B.E. in ECE/CSE/EE/E&I from the recognized university.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age limit is 35 years, as on the closing date of application, 13 November 2026. SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates will get relaxation in qualification and age as per Govt. of India Rules.

Selection and Interview

Candidates are selected through screening followed by an interview. The Institute may limit the number of candidates shortlisted for the interview based on the screening. The interview date and mode (online/offline) and other details will be notified through email. Employed candidates must submit a no objection certificate from their employer at the time of interview.

• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview or for joining the post.


• All terms and conditions for this recruitment will follow the guidelines of the sponsoring agency and NIT Silchar.


• No candidate may be recruited if no suitable candidates are found.


• Selected candidates must sign an agreement at the time of joining.