Date Posted: October 24, 2026
Institution Name: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhilai
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai has released the IIT Bhilai Recruitment 2026 notification inviting applications for staff positions on a temporary basis in the sponsored project titled “PMU Activities: Dantewada District Development Design.” IIT Bhilai is a premier Institute of National Importance located in Durg district, Chhattisgarh, offering advanced engineering education and research. The project, sponsored by DMF Dantewada, invites applications for 3 vacancies across three positions…
— Project Associate (Civil), Project Assistant (Civil), and Project Associate (Technical Support). Interested candidates can apply through an online Google Form followed by an email submission, with a hard submission deadline of October 30, 2026 at 1730 hours. Full details on eligibility, salary, and the application procedure are provided below.
Institution Profile: Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai is an Institute of National Importance located at Kutelabhata, Dist. Durg, Chhattisgarh, engaged in advanced engineering education, research, and sponsored project management units (PMU) supporting district-level government development initiatives.
Employment Type: Temporary, Sponsored Project (Chief Investigator: Prof. Souradyuti Paul, Professor, Department of CSE)
Post Name/Designation
| PositionNo. of Posts | |
| Project Associate (Civil) | Combined with Project Assistant (Civil) — 2 posts collectively |
| Project Assistant (Civil) | Combined with Project Associate (Civil) — 2 posts collectively |
| Project Associate (Technical Support) | 1 |
Project Title: PMU Activities: Dantewada District Development Design
Sponsoring Agency: DMF, Dantewada
Chief Investigator: Prof. Souradyuti Paul, Professor, Department of CSE, IIT Bhilai
Total Vacancies
3 (Three) posts in total — 2 posts available collectively for Project Associate (Civil) and Project Assistant (Civil), with designation and salary depending on qualifications and experience, and 1 post for Project Associate (Technical Support).
Required Educational Qualifications
a) Project Associate (Civil):
- Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent, with a minimum of four years of relevant experience, OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent, with a minimum of two years of relevant experience.
d) Project Assistant (Civil):
- B.Tech/BE in Civil Engineering or equivalent, OR
- Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent with 2 years of work experience.
e) Project Associate (Technical Support):
- Graduate/Diploma in Engineering of 3 years’ duration, with a minimum of four years of relevant experience, OR
- Engineering Graduate/Master’s/equivalent qualification, with a minimum of two years of relevant experience.
Age Limit
- Project Associate (Civil) / Project Associate (Technical Support): 45 years
- Project Assistant (Civil): 35 years
Candidate Profile
Project Associate / Assistant (Civil): Candidates should have experience in civil infrastructure development, project planning, implementation, and monitoring, with knowledge of DPR preparation, cost estimation, BOQs, construction supervision, and quality assessment. Experience in government infrastructure projects, district development initiatives, or coordination with government departments is desirable, along with proficiency in MS Office and technical reporting.
Project Associate (Technical Support): Candidates should have experience in development project management, DPR preparation, budgeting, accounting and financial management, including cash book and ledger maintenance, expenditure tracking, budget monitoring, and bank reconciliation, along with familiarity with rural development, district planning, MIS, and data analysis. Willingness to undertake field visits in Dantewada is required.
Required Experience
- Project Associate (Civil): 4 years (Diploma holders) or 2 years (Bachelor’s degree holders) of relevant experience.
- Project Assistant (Civil): Diploma holders require 2 years of work experience; at least 1 year of experience in civil project inspections, construction supervision, quality assessment, or report preparation is desirable.
- Project Associate (Technical Support): 4 years (Diploma/3-year Engineering Graduates) or 2 years (Engineering Graduate/Master’s) of relevant experience.
Pay Scale/Pay Level
| PositionSalary Range | |
| Project Associate (Civil) | Rs. 35,000 – 50,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications |
| Project Assistant (Civil) | Rs. 28,000 – 41,000/- |
| Project Associate (Technical Support) | Rs. 35,000 – 50,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications |
Duration: 12 months for all positions.
Application Fee
Not applicable. No application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment.
Selection Process
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email regarding further details of the selection process. If the number of candidates appearing for the interview is large, the selection committee may decide to restrict the number of candidates for the interview to a reasonable limit after considering qualifications and experience over and above the minimum prescribed. No TA/DA will be provided to candidates for the interview. The decision of the selection committee will be final.
Job Location
Dantewada District, Chhattisgarh (project-based field location), with coordination through IIT Bhilai, Kutelabhata, Dist. Durg, Chhattisgarh – 491002
Important Dates
| EventDate | |
| Submission Deadline (Hard) | 1730 hours on 30.10.2026 |
Apply Mode
Online (Google Form) followed by Email submission.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to complete the following steps:
- Submit the online application form: https://forms.gle/HJtApUVFM6b1GNm1A
- Submit application by email: After submitting the Google Form, candidates must send the required documents via email to the Chief Investigator, Prof. Souradyuti Paul, at souradyuti@iitbhilai.ac.in.
- Email documents required: (I) A filled-out application form (attached in the advertisement), and (II) A well-written CV/Resume.
- Subject line of the email: “Application PC – 2019800 October_2026”
- Submission deadline (hard): 1730 hours on 30.10.2026.
Application Procedure
- Visit the online application link (Google Form) at https://forms.gle/HJtApUVFM6b1GNm1A and fill in all required details.
- Download the application form attached to the official advertisement and fill it out completely.
- Prepare a well-written CV/Resume highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
- Email the filled-out application form and CV/Resume to souradyuti@iitbhilai.ac.in, using the exact subject line “Application PC – 2019800 October_2026”.
- Ensure both the online form and email submission are completed before the hard deadline of 1730 hours on October 30, 2026.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email regarding further selection process details.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)
- Filled-out application form (as attached to the advertisement)
- Well-written CV/Resume
- Educational qualification certificates (Diploma/Bachelor’s/Master’s/Engineering Graduate, as applicable)
- Proof of relevant work experience
- Any other supporting documents as specified in the application form
Important Links
| LinkURL | |
| Official Notification | https://www.iitbhilai.ac.in/index.php?pid=adv_oct26_19 |
| Online Application Form | https://forms.gle/HJtApUVFM6b1GNm1A |
| Institute Website | https://www.iitbhilai.ac.in |
| Application Email | souradyuti@iitbhilai.ac.in |
| R&D Office Contact | rndoffice@iitbhilai.ac.in |
Institute Address: Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai, Dist. Durg, Chhattisgarh – 491001
Phone: +91-771-2973602 | Email: rndoffice@iitbhilai.ac.in | Website: www.iitbhilai.ac.in
Benefits of Joining IIT Bhilai
Joining IIT Bhilai as a Project Associate or Project Assistant offers candidates the opportunity to work on a government-sponsored district development initiative in Dantewada, contributing directly to civil infrastructure and project management for public benefit. The positions offer competitive salaries ranging from Rs. 28,000/- to Rs. 50,000/- per month depending on the role and qualifications, along with valuable hands-on experience in DPR preparation, cost estimation, construction supervision, financial management, and coordination with government departments. Working under the guidance of Chief Investigator Prof. Souradyuti Paul at an Institute of National Importance offers strong professional exposure for candidates in civil engineering and project/technical support roles, with a defined 12-month engagement well suited to building a career in infrastructure or development project management.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) — IIT Bhilai Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the IIT Bhilai Recruitment 2026 notification about?
A. It is a recruitment notification for temporary staff positions — Project Associate (Civil), Project Assistant (Civil), and Project Associate (Technical Support) — under a sponsored project, “PMU Activities: Dantewada District Development Design,” at IIT Bhilai.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for IIT Bhilai Recruitment 2026?
A. The hard submission deadline for both the online form and email application is 1730 hours on October 30, 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are available under this recruitment?
A. A total of 3 vacancies are available — 2 posts collectively for Project Associate (Civil) and Project Assistant (Civil), and 1 post for Project Associate (Technical Support).
Q4. What is the eligibility criterion for Project Associate (Civil)?
A. Candidates need a Diploma in Civil Engineering with 4 years’ experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with 2 years’ experience.
Q5. What is the salary offered for these posts?
A. Project Associate (Civil) and Project Associate (Technical Support) receive Rs. 35,000–50,000/-, while Project Assistant (Civil) receives Rs. 28,000–41,000/-, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Q6. How can candidates apply for IIT Bhilai Recruitment 2026?
A. Candidates must first submit the online Google Form, then email the filled application form and CV to souradyuti@iitbhilai.ac.in with the specified subject line.
Q7. What is the age limit for these posts?
A. The age limit is 45 years for Project Associate (Civil) and Project Associate (Technical Support), and 35 years for Project Assistant (Civil).
Q8. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
A. No, no application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment.
Q9. What is the duration of this engagement?
A. The duration for all positions is 12 months.
Q10. Is TA/DA provided for attending the interview?
A. No, no TA/DA will be provided to candidates for the interview.
The IIT Bhilai Recruitment 2026 offers a meaningful opportunity for civil engineers and project management professionals to contribute to a government-sponsored district development initiative in Dantewada, Chhattisgarh. With three distinct positions spanning civil infrastructure and technical/financial project support, this recruitment suits candidates with varying levels of experience seeking to apply their skills toward public development projects at an Institute of National Importance. Interested applicants are encouraged to complete both the online form and email submission well before the hard deadline of 1730 hours on October 30, 2026.