IIT Roorkee Project Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Nand Kishor Pokhriyal
Updated on: 28 Apr 2026
Closed On: May 20, 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) has released the notification  for the position of Project Fellow on 24 April 2026 on the official website https://www.iitr.ac.in.

Candidates having a PhD in Engineering or Science with relevant experience in Hyperspectral Remote Sensing are eligible to apply for these Project Fellow vacancies.

Details of  the vacancy and  to download the official notification PDF are provided below.

IIT Roorkee Project Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Overview


OrganizationIndian Institute of Technology Roorkee
PositionProject Fellow
Total No. of Vacancies1
SalaryRs. 100000/- + HRA Per Month
Educational QualificationPhD in Engineering
Last Date to Apply20 May 2026
Mode of Application SubmissionEmail
Type of EmploymentContractual


Educational/Experience Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  • PhD in Engineering or PhD in Science with at least 2+ years of experience in the relevant field of Hyperspectral remote sensing.
  • Recently graduated PhD scholars with exceptional publication record are also accepted.

Experience

  • Experience of working with Hyperspectral data.
  • Experience with data collection and analysis with Spectro-radiometer.
  • Experience with RTM code development.
  • Experience with water vapour and aerosol retrievals.
  • Experience with object detection with hyperspectral data.

Important Dates


EventDate
Notification Date24 April 2026
Last Date for Application20 May 2026


Selection Process of IIT Roorkee Project Fellow Recruitment 2026

  • Shortlisting based on applications
  • Online Interview

How to Apply

Candidates who wish to apply for IIT Roorkee Project Fellow Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.

  • Application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
  • Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
  • Mail the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification before 20-05-2026.
  • Mention the Post Name in the subject line of the email.


Link DescriptionLink
Official NotificationClick here
Official WebsiteClick here

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for the IIT Roorkee Project Fellow recruitment?

The last date for submission of application form by email is 20th May 2026.

Q2. What is the salary offered for the Project Fellow post?

The salary/remuneration/stipend for the Project Fellow position is of Rs. 100000/- per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA).

Q3. What is the educational qualifications for the Project Fellow?

Candidates must possess a PhD in Engineering or Science with at least 2 years of experience in Hyperspectral remote sensing. Exceptional publication records for recent PhDs are also considered.

Q4. What specific experience is required for the Project Fellow role?

Required experience includes working with Hyperspectral data, data collection and analysis using Spectro-radiometer, RTM code development, and expertise in water vapour, aerosol retrievals, and object detection with hyperspectral data.

Disclaimer: This information is compiled and verified from official notification for educational purposes. Always verify details from the official Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee website before applying.