NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 02 Posts (Official Notification)

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The National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) has announced a fresh recruitment drive for Project Associate positions in 2026. This is a golden opportunity for engineering postgraduates with experience in advanced electronics and VLSI design to work on cutting-edge research projects. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before the last date of 15 February 2026.

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? Recruitment Overview

• Organization: National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar)
• Posts: Project Associate-I and Project Associate-II (Total: 02 positions)
• Salary: Up to ?45,000 per month + HRA
• Application Mode: Online via email
• Start Date: 22 January 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 15 February 2026
• Notification PDF: Click Here
• Official Website: Click Here

This recruitment is part of an ongoing initiative to strengthen research capabilities under projects sponsored by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.

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? Vacancy Details

Post Name	No. of Posts
Project Associate-I	1
Project Associate-II	1
Total: 02 Vacancies

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? Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Project Associate posts, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Educational Qualification

• M.E. / M.Tech in Microelectronics & VLSI Design with a minimum CGPA of 7.0, or equivalent, from a recognized university/institute.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in Chip Design and Tape-out.
• Proficiency with VLSI CAD tools installation and lab setup.
• Desirable Skills:
  • Knowledge of Linux environment
  • Working with FPGA design and RTL coding (Verilog)
  • Understanding of biological aspects related to the project tasks.

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? Salary & Benefits

Selected candidates will receive:

• ?45,000 per month + HRA
• Other allowances as per project/institute norms
• Potential opportunity to pursue Ph.D. under institute guidelines.

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? Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Released	22 January 2026
Online Application Starts	22 January 2026
Last Date to Apply	15 February 2026

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? Selection Process

Selection will be made through an interview for shortlisted candidates. Applicants may be screened based on their academic background and work experience prior to being called for the interview. Candidates currently employed must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.

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? How to Apply

Eligible candidates must prepare and send the following via email to the Principal Investigator (PI):

• Filled-in and signed application form
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• All supporting documents

Use the subject line:

“Application for the post of Project Associate-I/Project Associate-II under MeitY project EE-9/2/2021-R&D-E.”

Interview details (date, time, mode) will be communicated through email to shortlisted candidates.

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? FAQs

Q1. What is the duration of the project?
The appointment is generally for 1 year, extendable until project completion (likely up to 10 Feb 2027) based on performance.

Q2. Who is eligible to apply?
Candidates with M.E./M.Tech in Microelectronics & VLSI Design with relevant experience are eligible to apply.

Q3. Will selected candidates get research opportunities?
Yes — there may be opportunities to pursue Ph.D. as per institute norms.

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? Conclusion

The NIT Silchar Project Associate Recruitment 2026 presents an excellent research career opportunity for qualified engineers with expertise in VLSI and chip design. With competitive salary, research exposure, and the potential for further academic growth — this recruitment is ideal for aspiring researchers and industry innovators. Applicants must ensure they meet all eligibility norms and submit complete applications before the 15 February 2026 deadline.