NIH Roorkee Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026Walk-in

• Bachelor's degree or master's degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Geochemistry, Earth Sciences or an allied subject.
• Candidates must meet the qualification and experience requirements applicable to the appointment; refer to the official notification for complete eligibility.

• Download the official notification and its enclosed bio-data format.
• Complete the bio-data with the advertisement number, post and sub-project preferences, personal details, qualifications from High School onwards, experience and other requested information.
• Include the list of enclosures, date and signature, and carry a passport-size photograph.
• Bring original proof of qualifications and experience, along with self-attested copies of certificates.
• Report to NIH, Roorkee on 16 November 2026 by 11:00 AM for the walk-in interview. Entry will not be allowed after the interview begins.

About the recruitment

The National Institute of Hydrology, a Government of India society under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, has issued Advertisement No. Advt.67/10/2026-NIH(Admn.), dated 23 October 2026. It covers one Project Associate-I position at NIH, Roorkee under the ANRF PM ECRG project titled “Geochemical and isotopic fingerprinting of hydrological, hydro meteorological and hydrogeological processes sustaining Yamuna river”. The vacancy count may increase or decrease according to project needs.

Eligibility and remuneration

Applicants need a bachelor's or master's degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Geochemistry, Earth Sciences or an allied subject. The upper age limit is 30 years on 16 November 2026. The notice provides five years of relaxation for SC/ST/OBC, women and physically handicapped candidates under Government of India rules.

Monthly remuneration is Rs.37,000 plus HRA for candidates selected through CSIR-UGC NET, including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship, GATE, or the specified national-level examinations conducted by Central Government departments, agencies and institutions. Candidates outside these routes receive Rs.30,000 plus HRA.

Attending the interview

• Use the bio-data format enclosed with the official notification.
• Enter the advertisement number, post, sub-project preferences, personal and contact details, qualifications from High School onwards, and work experience.
• Provide research publication details, software knowledge and other relevant information where applicable, then date and sign the form with its enclosure list.
• Carry a passport-size photograph, original qualification and experience records, and self-attested certificate copies.
• Reach NIH, Roorkee by 11:00 AM on 16 November 2026. Admission closes once the interview begins.

No TA/DA is payable for attending the interview. Candidates travelling from outside Roorkee must make their own boarding and lodging arrangements.

Appointment conditions

The engagement is initially for one year and may be extended until project closure in June 2029, depending on the work requirements. It is a full-time, temporary, co-terminus appointment and does not create a claim to any NIH post. The appointee cannot accept another assignment during the engagement. Transit accommodation may be available under institute rules against a licence fee.