Position Summary
Position:
Department:
Department of Electrical Engineering
Institute:
IIT Gandhinagar
Country:
India
Research Field:
Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Posted Date:
Jan 23, 2026
Deadline:
Feb 10, 2026
Offer Period:
1 Years
Offer Start Date:
ASAP
Project Assistant-I in IITGN-KISEM Industry Energy Assessment (2 Post)
Description:
Applications are invited for a temporary position of Project Assistant-I in the collaborative project entitled “IITGN-KISEM Industry Energy Assessment”. This project position provides the opportunity to perform industry energy assessment of MSMEs. Project Assistant-I will work with faculty coordinators, energy assessors, field engineers, and industry professionals.
Required Qualification:
Essential Qualification:
- B.E./B Tech or equivalent qualification in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering is desirable.
- The candidate should have a good academic record throughout and the percentage/grade points with respect to the academic qualifications will be a minimum of 60% or equivalent in graduation and above and 55% or equivalent grade in 10th and 12th standard.
Preferred Qualification:
- Energy audit experience is preferred.
Employment Conditions and Benefits:
Contract duration:
- 01 Year (extendable up to March 2028)
Benefits:
- ₹ 28,000 ‐ ₹ 44,000 (commensurate with relevant experience and qualification)
Application Process:
Documents Required:
- Latest CV
How to apply:
- Interested candidates are requested to fill in the sheet below on or before 10 Feb 2026. Selection will be based on the interview. The shortlisted candidates will be intimated well in advance of the date, time, and mode of interview.
- Application Link: Application for Project Assistant I - Google Forms
About the Host Lab Group/Institution:
Established in 2008, the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) in Palaj, Gujarat, is a premier, sustainability-focused institution known for its interdisciplinary research, project-oriented curriculum, and vibrant 400-acre campus on the Sabarmati River. It fosters innovation through unique initiatives like the Maker Bhavan and the Center for Creative Learning, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, design, and critical thinking.
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