📢 IIT Jammu Recruitment 2026 – Project Assistant Vacancy under Mission Green Gold

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu has announced recruitment for the post of Project Assistant“Mission Green Gold for empowering Fertilizer Independence in J&K – Transforming sewage sludge into Class A Biosolids (Waste-to-Wealth) for Sustainable Agriculture and Green Entrepreneurship”. This project is sanctioned by the Jammu and Kashmir Science, Technology & Innovation Council (JKSTIC).

📊 Position Details

  • Post: Project Assistant
  • Specialization: Environmental Engineering/Science with focus on sewage sludge management
  • Number of Positions: 01
  • Duration: Initially 8 months (extendable based on performance)
  • Salary: ₹25,000 per month (consolidated)

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

  • B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biotechnology, or relevant discipline OR M.Sc. in Environmental Science/related discipline with minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA.
  • M.Tech/M.E. in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Biotechnology, or relevant discipline also eligible.
  • Desirable: Knowledge of sewage sludge management and at least 6 months of lab experience in environmental/chemical/bioscience domains.
  • Age Limit: 28 years (relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates).

📅 Application Process

  • Last Date to Apply: 22 September 2026
  • Candidates must apply online via the IIT Jammu portal: apply.iitjammu.ac.in under the “Project Staff” tab.
  • Upload scanned copies of certificates, mark sheets, and supporting documents along with the application form.
  • Provide a valid email ID and phone number for communication.

📈 Selection Process

  • Shortlisting will be based on merit and project requirements.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about the interview schedule.
  • Interviews may be conducted online or offline; candidates must present original certificates and CV.
  • No TA/DA will be provided for attending interviews or joining the post.

📍 Correspondence

Contact Person: Dr. Pratik Kumar, Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Jammu
Email: pratik.kumar@iitjammu.ac.in

✅ Final Takeaway

The IIT Jammu Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 under Mission Green Gold offers a unique opportunity for candidates in environmental engineering and sciences to contribute to sustainable agriculture and waste-to-wealth initiatives. Interested applicants should apply online before 22 September 2026 and prepare for the interview process.

Issued by IIT Jammu – Advertisement No. IITJMU/RC/100352/A-48 dated 08 September 2026.