The National Institute of Technology (NIT), Tiruchirappalli, has released a recruitment notification for the position of Research Associate in the Department of Chemistry. This is a temporary project-based role funded by DRDO for a project titled “Diaziridines as Potential Low-toxic Hypergolic Propellants: Alternative to Monomethyl Hydrazine”. Eligible Indian Nationals are invited to apply via post and email on or before August 27, 2026.
Job Details
| Category | Details |
| Organization | National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy) |
| Department | Department of Chemistry |
| Employment Type | Temporary (Initially 1 year, extendable up to 2 years) |
| Job Title | Research Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 01 Project Position |
| Location | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
| Application Method | Offline (Registered/Post) & Soft Copy via Email |
| Advertisement Date | 13-08-2026 |
| Closing Date | 27-08-2026 |
| Official Site | NITT Website |
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Post and Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
| Research Associate | 01 |
Salary Details
- Selected candidates will receive emoluments of Rs. 58,000/- per month along with 16% HRA.
Educational Qualification
- Applicants must have submitted their PhD Thesis or hold a doctorate degree in Organic Synthesis from a reputed institution.
- Candidates must possess good knowledge of organic synthesis, purification, and characterization.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 35 years.
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates, strictly following Government of India rules and regulations.
Selection Process
- Candidates will be selected based on their performance in a personal Interview.
- The interview date and details will be communicated to shortlisted candidates via email and phone call.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
How to Apply
- Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before applying.
- Fill out the application in the prescribed format provided in the official notification.
- Attach attested copies of all relevant documents, including degree/certificates, mark sheets (from HSC onwards), experience certificates, and proof of past research/publications.
- Send the duly filled hard copy of the application via Registered/Post to the following address: Dr G C Nandi, Department of Chemistry, NIT-Tiruchirappalli, PIN-620015, Tamil Nadu.
- Additionally, email a soft copy of the completed application to nandi@nitt.edu (cc: ganeshnandi@gmail.com).
Instructions
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply for this project position.
- The job profile requires the synthesis of small organic strained molecules.
- Candidates must bring their original certificates for verification at the time of the interview.
- Applications submitted after the deadline or not in the prescribed format will be rejected.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 13-08-2026
- Last Date for Submission of Application (Hard Copy): 27-08-2026 up to 5:00 PM
Important Links
- Notification link – click here
- Apply link or application link – click here
