IIT Kanpur Research Associate-II Recruitment 2026 - Chemistry (SPAARQ Quantum-HPC, Advt 196, 2 Posts) | Apply by 08 Oct
Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur
Uttar Pradesh - Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur, Kanpur - 208016, Uttar Pradesh
Vacancies
2
Salary
Rs. 61,000 + HRA (as per institute norms)
Last Date
8 Oct 2026
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Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Important Dates 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Application Fee 2026
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Salary / Pay Scale 2026
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Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | PhD in Chemistry / Material Science / Chemical Engineering / Physics |
| Desirable Experience | Knowledge in modeling condensed matter systems using DFT and/or Molecular Dynamics; preference to candidates with experience in developing MLIPs; good publication track record in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings |
| Duration | 1 year (may be extended based on satisfactory performance) |
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Qualification / Education
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Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Job Details & Overview
IIT Kanpur - Research Associate-II Recruitment 2026 (Chemistry, SPAARQ Project)
The Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur, invites applications for two Research Associate-II positions in the DST-sponsored project “SPAARQ: Software Platforms and Algorithms to accelerate Research in Quantum - HPC” by Dr. Nisanth N. Nair. Advertisement No. P.Rect./R&D/2026/196. The work involves studying battery materials using density functional theory (DFT), molecular dynamics and machine-learned interatomic potentials (MLIP). Purely temporary, contractual (1 year, extendable).
Position & Remuneration
| Post | Posts | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Research Associate-II | 02 | Rs. 61,000 + HRA (as per institute norms) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 24 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
How to Apply
- Submit the application by filling the online form (or scanning the QR code): https://forms.gle/Ny8BshxUXgfyybiZ6.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview.
General Notes
- Appointment is purely temporary and on a contractual basis for 1 year, extendable based on satisfactory performance.
- Dr. Nisanth N. Nair, Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur, Kanpur 208016.
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How to Apply for Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur's IIT Kanpur Research Associate-II Recruitment 2026 - Chemistry (SPAARQ Quantum-HPC, Advt 196, 2 Posts) | Apply by 08 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of No application fee is mentioned in the notification. online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 8 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 8 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
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What is IIT Kanpur Research Associate-II Recruitment 2026 - Chemistry (SPAARQ Quantum-HPC, Advt 196, 2 Posts) | Apply by 08 Oct?
IIT Kanpur Research Associate-II Recruitment 2026 - Chemistry (SPAARQ Quantum-HPC, Advt 196, 2 Posts) | Apply by 08 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Recruitment 2026 start on 24 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Recruitment 2026 is 08 October 2026.
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