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Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee has released an official recruitment notification for 1 vacancy of Project Associate in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. Candidates possessing a Master degree in Economics or Statistics can submit their application via email. The last date to submit the application to the Principal Investigator is 10 October 2026.
To be communicated to shortlisted candidates via email
Expected Date of Joining
October 2026
Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria
Post Designation
Total Vacancies
Category Preference
Project Associate - Urban Public Finance
1
Unreserved (Preference given to SC/ST and Women candidates on equal qualifications)
Educational Qualification
Essential Qualification: Master degree in Economics, Statistics, or a closely related field from a recognized university or institute.
Desirable Qualifications:
Prior research or work experience in public finance, urban economics, local government finance, or applied econometrics.
Hands-on skills in Python, R, and LaTeX.
Demonstrated capability in quantitative data analysis and in handling large administrative or survey datasets.
Age Limit
Age Benchmark: As per Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee project recruitment norms.
Upper Age Limit: No restrictive upper age limit is declared in the official notification; candidates with requisite educational qualifications are eligible.
Statutory Preference: Preference will be given to SC/ST and women candidates on equal qualifications and experience.
Salary, Emoluments and Application Fee
Monthly Salary and Contract Duration
Selected candidates will receive consolidated monthly emoluments ranging from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 60,000 per month. The exact amount within this pay scale will be fixed commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
The position is purely contractual for an initial tenure of 12 months, extendable up to an additional 12 months based on project requirements and performance. No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
Application Fee
Candidate Category
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS Candidates
Nil (Exempted)
SC / ST / PwD Candidates
Nil (Exempted)
Women Candidates
Nil (Exempted)
No application fee is charged by IIT Roorkee for this recruitment process.
Selection Process
The recruitment for the Project Associate post will follow a transparent merit-based selection procedure:
Screening of Applications: The department screening committee will evaluate all received CVs and applications based on qualifications and relevant research experience.
Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to appear for a personal interview. Date and interview guidelines will be sent directly via email.
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present all original educational degrees, mark sheets, and experience certificates during the interview.
Final Appointment: Selection will be confirmed based on interview assessment. Equal qualification preference applies for SC/ST and women candidates.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply
Candidates desiring to apply for the project position should follow these step-by-step instructions:
Carefully read the official advertisement (BMG-3102-HSD/26-27) published on the IIT Roorkee portal.
Prepare an application on plain paper detailing your intention to apply for the post of Project Associate - Urban Public Finance.
Compile a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing a chronological record of degrees and certificates obtained, percentage of marks, and relevant research or field experience.
Enclose self-attested copies of all qualifying degree certificates, mark sheets, and experience testimonials.
Merge the application on plain paper, CV, and attested copies into a single clear PDF document.
Send the email with the attached PDF to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Manish K. Singh, at mks@hs.iitr.ac.in.
Include the subject line: "Application for Project Associate - Urban Public Finance (BMG-3102-HSD/26-27)".
Ensure the email is transmitted on or before the closing deadline of 10 October 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Roorkee Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application packet via email to the Principal Investigator is 10 October 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Q2. What is the educational qualification required for the Project Associate post?
Candidates must possess a Master degree in Economics, Statistics, or a closely related discipline. Prior experience in applied econometrics, Python, and R is desirable.
Q3. What is the monthly salary for the Project Associate position at IIT Roorkee?
Selected candidates receive consolidated monthly emoluments ranging from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 60,000 per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Q4. What is the application fee for IIT Roorkee Project Associate recruitment?
There is no application fee. Candidates across all categories can submit their application free of cost via email.
Q5. How can candidates submit their application for IIT Roorkee Project Associate?
Applicants must send an application on plain paper along with a detailed CV and attested educational certificates by email to mks@hs.iitr.ac.in before the deadline.
