Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has released a recruitment notification for engagement of Research Associate on a project basis in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. The project is entitled “ML4EDA: Next Generation AI-Assisted Chip Design”. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before the deadline and appear for the Online Interview on 06 July 2026.

IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Organization	Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati
Recruitment Type	Project Staff (Contractual)
Post Name	Research Associate
Total Vacancies	01 Post
Application Mode	Online
Interview Mode	Online
Job Location	IIT Guwahati, Assam
Category	Central Govt Job / IIT Job
Online Interview Date	06 July 2026 (Monday)
Interview Time	10:00 AM
Official Website	www.iitg.ac.in
Application Portal	https://iitg.ac.in/rndproj/recruitment/

IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Interview Date	06 July 2026 (Monday)
Interview Time	10:00 AM

IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026– Eligibility

Requirement	Details
Essential	Ph.D. degree in a relevant area OR M.Tech./M.E. (or equivalent) with at least 3 years of research in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), or a related discipline

IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details

Sl. No.	Designation	No. of Vacancies	Duration	Pay Recommended	HRA	Medical	Total Amount
1	Research Associate	01	6 Months	₹15,800/-	₹11,600/-	₹1,250/-	₹70,850/-

IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026– Additional Skills

Skill	Details
Experience	Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools and methodologies
Familiarity	Open-source EDA tools such as ABC, Yosys, OpenROAD, and related frameworks
Knowledge	Machine Learning (ML) techniques and their application to EDA problems
Programming	Strong programming and problem-solving skills are desirable
Added Advantage	Prior research or project experience in VLSI CAD, hardware design, formal verification, or ML for EDA

IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026– How To Apply

1. Visit the IIT Guwahati Recruitment Portal: https://iitg.ac.in/rndproj/recruitment/
2. Search for the project title: “ML4EDA: Next Generation AI-Assisted Chip Design”
3. Fill the online application with correct details.
4. Submit the application before the deadline.
5. Shortlisted candidates will receive the online interview link from the PI.
6. Appear for the Online Interview on 06 July 2026 at 10:00 AM.

Interview Details

Component	Details
Date	06 July 2026 (Monday)
Time	10:00 AM
Mode	Online

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will get the meeting link from the Principal Investigator.

IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links

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IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026– Selection Process

Stage	Details
Step 1	Online Application on R&D Cell Recruitment Portal
Step 2	Shortlisting by the Principal Investigator
Step 3	Online Interview on 06 July 2026 at 10:00 AM

Important:

• Only shortlisted candidates will receive the meeting link from the Principal Investigator.
• Candidates will not be sent any call letter separately.
• Selection will be based on performance in the interview.

IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

1. Online Interview: The interview will be conducted online. Only shortlisted candidates will receive the meeting link.
2. No Call Letter: Candidates will not be sent any call letter separately.
3. Selection: Based on performance in the interview.
4. Technical Assistance: For any technical assistance related to online application, email: ernd@iitg.ac.in
5. For any clarification, contact the Principal Investigator:
   • Prof. Chandan Karfa
   • Email: ckarfa@iitg.ac.in
   • Phone: 0361-2582375

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IIT Guwahati Research Associate Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the post name?

Research Associate in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, IIT Guwahati.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?

01 vacancy for Research Associate.

Q3. What is the required qualification?

Ph.D. in a relevant area OR M.Tech./M.E. with at least 3 years of research in CSE/ECE or related discipline.

Q4. What is the duration of appointment?

6 months.

Q5. What is the total remuneration?

₹70,850/- per month (Pay: ₹15,800 + HRA: ₹11,600 + Medical: ₹1,250).

Q6. What are the desirable skills?

Experience in EDA tools (ABC, Yosys, OpenROAD), knowledge of ML techniques, strong programming skills.

Q7. What is the interview date?

06 July 2026 (Monday) at 10:00 AM.

Q8. Will I receive a call letter for the interview?

No. Only shortlisted candidates will receive the meeting link from the Principal Investigator.

Q9. Is this a permanent job?

No. This is a project-based contractual position for 6 months.

Q10. How to apply?

Apply online through https://iitg.ac.in/rndproj/recruitment/ by searching the project title.

Q11. Who is the Principal Investigator?

Prof. Chandan Karfa – Email: ckarfa@iitg.ac.in

Q12. Is prior experience in ML for EDA required?

Prior research or project experience in VLSI CAD or ML for EDA will be an added advantage (not mandatory).