IIT BHU Project Scientist (PS-I) 2026 — 1 Post, 26 Aug

Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has released IIT BHU Project Scientist (PS-I) Recruitment 2026 for 1 post in Electrical Engineering. This Uttar Pradesh central government job vacancy 2026 is a contractual research position open to candidates holding a Ph.D. or with a submitted Ph.D. thesis in Electrical Engineering. Candidates up to 35 years of age can apply offline before the last date. Selected Project Scientist (PS-I) will conduct advanced research within the Electrical Engineering department at IIT BHU, contributing to a specific institute-funded or externally-funded research project. Based on the notification PDF filename, this position appears linked to a project on tropical or environment-related electrical engineering research, though full project details are available only in the source document. The selection process for IIT BHU Project Scientist 2026 is primarily through an interview, with candidates shortlisted based on their qualifications and research background. The consolidated salary is ₹77,000 per month plus 20% HRA, reflecting the senior, doctoral-level nature of this project scientist role — a significantly higher pay tier than typical Junior Research Fellow or Project Associate positions at IITs, consistent with PS-I level appointments requiring a completed or submitted doctorate. The IIT BHU Project Scientist (PS-I) 2026 application is offline only. Candidates must download the application form from the official IIT BHU website, fill it out completely, attach self-attested copies of all required documents, and send it to the address specified in the notification through Speed Post or Registered Post. The last date for submission is 26 August 2026. There is no application fee. Candidates must read the complete official notification before applying, since the exact research project and specific sub-area within Electrical Engineering are detailed only in the source document.

Candidates need a Ph.D. degree, or must have submitted their Ph.D. thesis, in Electrical Engineering from a recognised university or institution. This is a contractual, project-based scientist position, and candidates should have research expertise aligned with the specific project's focus area within Electrical Engineering.

Maximum age limit is 35 years. Age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Challenged/Female candidates.

• Ph.D. degree, or a submitted Ph.D. thesis, in Electrical Engineering from a recognised university or institution
• Maximum age limit is 35 years, with 5 years' relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Challenged/Female candidates
• This is a contractual, project-based position, not a permanent institute appointment
• No application fee is required for this recruitment
• Selection is primarily through an interview, with candidates shortlisted based on their qualifications

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for any category.

₹77,000 per month plus 20% HRA This is a contractual, project-based position, not a permanent institute appointment

1. Read the official IIT BHU Project Scientist (PS-I) 2026 notification carefully before applying
2. Download the application form from the official website, iitbhu.ac.in
3. Fill the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and research details
4. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents, including photograph, signature, ID proof, and Ph.D.-related certificates or thesis submission proof
5. Check all details carefully before submission, since no correction window has been specified
6. Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post or Registered Post, as instructed
7. Ensure your application reaches before the last date, 26 August 2026
8. Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for your own future reference
9. Await further communication regarding the interview schedule