National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar invites applications from Indian citizens for a temporary post of Research Associate I (RA-I) for the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) sponsored project in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The project title is “Design and Development of WPT Rectenna Array System for Futuristic Space Missions.” Eligible candidates may apply by email on or before 26 June 2026.

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Feature	Details
Organization	National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar
Recruitment Type	Temporary (Research Project – ISRO Sponsored)
Total Vacancies	01 Post
Application Mode	Email (Soft copy of application + CV + documents)
Job Location	Department of ECE, NIT Silchar
Category	Central Govt. Research Job
Last Date to Apply	26 June 2026
Project Duration	2 years (or till completion, whichever is earlier)
Official Email for Application	ktaimoor@ece.nits.ac.in

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Date	09 June 2026
Last Date to Submit Application by Email	26 June 2026
Interview Date & Mode	Will be notified by email only

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	No Application Fee Mentioned

✅ No fee mentioned. Candidates must send soft copy of application, CV, and supporting documents by email.

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– Project Details

Head	Details
Title of Project	Design and Development of WPT Rectenna Array System for Futuristic Space Missions
Sponsored Agency	Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
Project Sanction Number	RAC-S/GU/2024/4/75
Duration	2 years or till completion of project (whichever is earlier)
Extension	Based on performance review every 12 months

Investigators:

• Dr. Taimoor Khan – Principal Investigator, ECE Dept, NIT Silchar
• Prof. Brinda Bhowmick (Shome) – Co-Principal Investigator, ECE Dept, NIT Silchar

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– Eligibility

Criteria	Details
Essential Qualification	Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering OR M.E./M.Tech with 3 years of research, teaching, or design & development experience + at least 1 research paper in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal
Desirable Experience	Experience in designing Antenna / Rectifier / Rectenna using HFSS / CST / ADS Software is highly desirable
Age Limit	35 Years (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PWD as per Govt. of India rules)

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details

Post Name	Vacancies
Research Associate I (RA-I)	01

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– Salary Details

Post Name	Salary
Research Associate I (RA-I)	₹58,000/- per month + HRA (as per ISRO, Govt. of India guidelines)

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– How To Apply

1. Download the application form from the advertisement (format given in PDF pages 2-3).
2. Fill the application form completely.
3. Prepare your Curriculum Vitae (CV) .
4. Gather soft copies of all supporting documents (educational qualifications, experience certificates, age proof, category certificate if applicable, etc.).
5. Send the duly filled application form + CV + soft copies of all supporting documents by email to:
   • Dr. Taimoor Khan, Principal Investigator at: ktaimoor@ece.nits.ac.in
6. Subject line of email must be exactly:”Application for the post of Research Associate-I (RA-I) against advertisement Advertissement No.: NITS/Dean(R&C)/ECE/704/02/2026, dated 09.06.2026″
7. Ensure the application reaches on or before 26 June 2026.

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links

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NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– Selection Process

1. Application Screening (based on eligibility and qualifications)
2. Shortlisting (Institute has discretion to restrict number of candidates called for interview)
3. Interview (Mode – online/offline – will be notified by email only)
4. No candidate may be recruited if suitable candidates are not found.

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

• Candidates must be Indian citizens.
• Ph.D. in ECE OR M.E./M.Tech with 3 years experience + 1 SCI journal paper.
• Desirable: Experience in Antenna/Rectifier/Rectenna design using HFSS/CST/ADS.
• Maximum age: 35 years (relaxation as per Govt. rules).
• Employed candidates must submit No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer at the time of interview.
• Selected candidates shall have to sign an agreement at the time of joining.
• Institute has discretion to restrict the number of candidates called for interview based on screening.
• No candidate may be recruited if suitable candidates are not found.
• Interview date, time, mode, and venue will be notified by email only.
• Project duration: 2 years (extension based on performance review every 12 months).

NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– Documents Required

• Duly filled application form (prescribed format)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Ph.D. degree certificate (if applicable)
• M.E./M.Tech degree certificates & mark sheets
• B.E./B.Tech degree certificates & mark sheets
• Class X & XII certificates
• Experience certificates (if claiming experience in lieu of Ph.D.)
• SCI journal paper (reprint / acceptance letter)
• Age proof certificate
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PH – if applicable)
• NET/GATE certificates (if applicable – mentioned in application form)

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NIT Silchar RA-I Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for NIT Silchar RA-I post?
The last date to submit the application by email is 26 June 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?
01 vacancy for Research Associate I (RA-I).

Q3. What is the salary for RA-I?
₹58,000/- per month + HRA (as per ISRO guidelines).

Q4. What is the essential qualification required?
Ph.D. in ECE OR M.E./M.Tech with 3 years experience + 1 SCI journal paper.

Q5. What is the age limit?
35 years (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PWD as per Govt. rules).

Q6. Is there any application fee?
No application fee is mentioned.

Q7. What is the project duration?
2 years (or till completion of project, whichever is earlier). Extension based on performance review every 12 months.

Q8. Who is the sponsoring agency?
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).

Q9. What is the desirable experience?
Experience in designing Antenna/Rectifier/Rectenna using HFSS / CST / ADS Software.

Q10. How do I apply?
Send soft copy of duly filled application form + CV + supporting documents by email to ktaimoor@ece.nits.ac.in with the prescribed subject line.

Q11. When will the interview be held?
Interview date, time, mode (online/offline), and venue will be notified by email only to shortlisted candidates.

Q12. Do employed candidates need NOC?
Yes. Employed candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of interview.