IIT Goa Research Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

IIT Goa Research Associate I Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Goa has announced recruitment for the post of Research Associate-I for the year 2026. A total of 01 vacancy is available under this notification. Eligible candidates with M.Tech or Ph.D qualifications in the relevant field can submit their applications through online mode. The application process started on 18 February 2026 and will remain open until 05 March 2026.

This position is offered on a contractual basis and is suitable for candidates with strong research background in Electrical Engineering or related disciplines.

Recruitment Overview

• Organization Name: Indian Institute of Technology Goa

• Post Name: Research Associate-I

• Total Vacancies: 1

• Advertisement No: IITGOA/DoRD/07/REC/2026

• Application Mode: Online

• Job Type: Contract

• Notification Date: 18 February 2026

• Last Date to Apply: 05 March 2026

• Salary: Rs. 58,000 per month with HRA as per norms

Vacancy Details

• Research Associate-I – 1 Post

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
  OR

• M.Tech in Electrical Engineering or related field with valid GATE qualification and at least 3 years of research experience, along with published research work in reputed international journals or conferences

Applicants should ensure that their qualifications and research experience meet the requirements mentioned before applying.

Salary and Benefits

• Basic Pay: Rs. 58,000 per month

• House Rent Allowance (HRA): As per institute norms

• Dearness Allowance: Not applicable

• Leave and Medical Benefits: As per institutional rules

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 18 February 2026

• Last Date to Submit Application: 05 March 2026

Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date and complete the application process well in advance.

Selection Process

The selection will be carried out by a Selection Committee. Applications will be screened based on:

• Academic qualifications

• Research experience

• Published work

• Overall academic performance

Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for further evaluation as per institute guidelines.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should apply online before the deadline. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official application portal.

2. Register with valid personal and contact details.

3. Fill in educational qualifications and research details carefully.

4. Upload necessary documents in the prescribed format.

5. Review all information before final submission.

6. Submit the application on or before 05 March 2026.

7. Save or print the submitted application form for future reference.

Applicants must ensure that all details provided are accurate and complete to avoid rejection during screening.

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