IIT Kharagpur RA Recruitment 2026 – Agricultural and Food Engineering (HPT_SALARY/2026/107) | Apply by 24 Oct
IIT Kharagpur (SRIC, Agricultural and Food Engineering)
West Bengal - IIT Kharagpur, West Bengal
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associate (RA) - Research | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| Total Vacancies | 2 | ||||
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Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Important Dates 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Application Fee 2026
NIL
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
35 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Up to Rs.67000(depending upon qualification & experience) (as per notice)
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Associate (RA) - Research | 2 | Up to Rs.67000(depending upon qualification & experience) (as per notice) | Research associates may be fixed at a consolidated amount at one of the 3 pay levels given below depending upon the qualification and experience. The Institute/Organization concerned may decide the level in which a particular associate should be placed based on the experience. The Essential Qualification (EQ) for RA is as follows: Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree or having 3 years of research, teaching and design and development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech with at least one resea | — | — |
| Total Vacancies | 2 | |||||
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| S.No. | Post / Trade | Unreserved (UR) | Total Vacancies | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Associate (RA) - Research | 2 | 2 | SRIC project position(s). Ref IIT/SRIC/R/HPT_SALARY/2026/107. |
| Total | 2 | 2 | ||
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Research associates may be fixed at a consolidated amount at one of the 3 pay levels given below depending upon the qualification and experience. The Institute/Organization concerned may decide the level in which a particular associate should be placed based on the experience. The Essential Qualification (EQ) for RA is as follows: Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree or having 3 years of research, teaching and design and development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech with at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.
- Desirable: Research associates may be fixed at a consolidated amount at one of the 2 pay levels given below depending upon the qualification and experience. The Institute/Organization concerned may decide the level in which a particular associate should be placed based on the experience. The Essential Qualification (EQ) for RA is as follows: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Agricultural Engineering/Food Enginee
- Age: 35 years as on last date. Fee: NIL.
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Qualification / Education
- Research associates may be fixed at a consolidated amount at one of the 3 pay levels given below depending upon the qualification and experience. The Institute/Organization concerned may decide the level in which a particular associate should be placed based on the experience. The Essential Qualification (EQ) for RA is as follows: Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree or having 3 years of research, teaching and design and development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech with at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Job Details & Overview
IIT Kharagpur RA Recruitment 2026 – Agricultural and Food Engineering (HPT_SALARY/2026/107) | Apply by 24 Oct
IIT Kharagpur (Sponsored Research & Industrial Consultancy) invites online applications for 2 post(s) of Research Associate (RA) - Research in Agricultural and Food Engineering, vide Ref. No. IIT/SRIC/R/HPT_SALARY/2026/107 dated 10-10-2026 (PI: Kanishka Bhunia; Project: AICRP on Post- Harvest Engineering & Technology IIT, Kharagpur-I (salaries)(HPT_SALARY); Sponsor: All India Co-Ordinated Research Project on Post Harvest Technology(Central Institute of Post Harvest Engineering and Technology, ICAR, P. O. Pau, -Ludhiana,Punjab - 141 004)). Tenure: 12 Months or the termination of the project, whichever is earlier..
Post, Pay & Age
| Post | Posts | Pay | Age Limit |
| Research Associate (RA) - Research | 2 | Up to Rs.67000(depending upon qualification & experience) | 35 years (as on last date) |
Eligibility
- Research associates may be fixed at a consolidated amount at one of the 3 pay levels given below depending upon the qualification and experience. The Institute/Organization concerned may decide the level in which a particular associate should be placed based on the experience. The Essential Qualification (EQ) for RA is as follows: Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree or having 3 years of research, teaching and design and development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech with at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.
- Desirable: Research associates may be fixed at a consolidated amount at one of the 2 pay levels given below depending upon the qualification and experience. The Institute/Organization concerned may decide the level in which a particular associate should be placed based on the experience. The Essential Qualification (EQ) for RA is as follows: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Agricultural Engineering/Food Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Instrumentation or having 3 years of research, teaching and design and development experience after ME/M.Tech in Agricultural Engineering/Food Engineering/Mechanical Engine
How to Apply
- Apply online only at the SRIC recruitment link by 2026-10-24; no hard copy; shortlisting on uploaded information; no application fee.
Important Links
| Apply Online / Notice | SRIC application link |
| SRIC Temporary Jobs | Temporary jobs page |
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Important Links
How to Apply for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for IIT Kharagpur (SRIC, Agricultural and Food Engineering)'s IIT Kharagpur RA Recruitment 2026 – Agricultural and Food Engineering (HPT_SALARY/2026/107) | Apply by 24 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this IIT Kharagpur (SRIC, Agricultural and Food Engineering) 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 NIL online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 24 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur 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 Kharagpur Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this IIT Kharagpur (SRIC, Agricultural and Food Engineering) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official IIT Kharagpur (SRIC, Agricultural and Food Engineering) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 24 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.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is IIT Kharagpur RA Recruitment 2026 – Agricultural and Food Engineering (HPT_SALARY/2026/107) | Apply by 24 Oct?
IIT Kharagpur RA Recruitment 2026 – Agricultural and Food Engineering (HPT_SALARY/2026/107) | Apply by 24 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 start on 10 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 is 24 October 2026.
What is the application fee for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026?
NIL
What is the age limit for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 is 35 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026?
Research associates may be fixed at a consolidated amount at one of the 3 pay levels given below depending upon the qualification and experience. The Institute/Organization concerned may decide the level in which a particular associate should be placed based on the experience. The Essential Qualification (EQ) for RA is as follows: Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree or having 3 years of research
How to apply for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.