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invites applications for from eligible and interested candidates
About- The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur invites applications for multiple research positions under the sponsored project “Research Activities on Renewable Energy and Knowledge Exchange: Modular & Scalable Energy Solutions for Integrated Sustainability in the State of Odisha (RP562)”. The project is sponsored by GRIDCO Ltd., Odisha, and focuses on advancing renewable energy technologies, battery systems, smart grids, and sustainable environmental solutions.
Summary Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | IIT Kharagpur |
| Department | Sponsored Research & Industrial Consultancy (SRIC) |
| Project Title | Research Activities on Renewable Energy and Knowledge Exchange: Modular & Scalable Energy Solutions for Integrated Sustainability in the State of Odisha (RP562) |
| Sponsor | GRIDCO Ltd., Odisha |
| Positions | Research Associate-I (6 Positions), Post Doctoral Fellow (1 Position) |
| Location | IIT Kharagpur, West Bengal, India |
| Salary | Up to ₹56,000 per month + HRA @ 10% (based on qualification and experience) |
| Tenure | 60 Months |
| Age Limit | 35 Years |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Application Deadline | 09 June 2026 |
Designation
1. Research Associate-I – Development and Research (Power Systems & Renewable Energy)
Number of Positions: 5
2. Research Associate-I – Development and Research (Battery & Electrochemical Energy Storage)
Number of Positions: 1
3. Post Doctoral Fellow – Development and Research
Number of Positions: 1
Research Area
- Renewable Energy Systems
- Power Systems Engineering
- Power Electronics
- Smart Grid Technologies
- Battery Technologies (Li-ion, Sulfur, Zinc-based Batteries)
- Electrocatalysis
- Materials Science for Energy Storage
- Environmental Engineering
- Waste-to-Energy Technologies
- Thermal Waste Treatment
- Sustainable Process Engineering
Location
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur
West Bengal, India
Eligibility / Qualification
Research Associate-I (Power Systems & Renewable Energy)
- PhD in:
- Power Systems Engineering
- Power Electronics Engineering
- Renewable Energy
- Smart Grid Technologies
- Candidates who have defended their PhD thesis or submitted their thesis are eligible.
Research Associate-I (Battery Research)
- PhD in:
- Chemistry
- Materials Science
- Physics
- Specialization in:
- Batteries
- Electrocatalysis
- Energy Storage Materials
- Candidates who have defended their PhD thesis or submitted their thesis are eligible.
Post Doctoral Fellow
- PhD in:
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Candidates must have defended or submitted their PhD thesis.
Desirable Experience:
- Thermal waste treatment technologies
- Process engineering
- Pilot-scale or demonstration-scale system design
- System commissioning and testing
Job Description
Research Associate-I (Power Systems & Renewable Energy)
- Conduct advanced research in renewable energy integration.
- Develop modular and scalable energy solutions.
- Work on smart grid and power electronics applications.
- Contribute to sustainable energy planning and implementation for Odisha.
Research Associate-I (Battery Research)
- Fabrication and characterization of Li-ion, Sulfur, and Zinc batteries.
- Development and testing of electrolytes and electrode materials.
- Research on advanced electrochemical energy storage technologies.
- Perform experimental studies related to battery performance and electrocatalysis.
Post Doctoral Fellow
- Research and development in environmental sustainability and waste-to-energy technologies.
- Design, build, commission, and test pilot-scale systems.
- Conduct thermal waste treatment and process engineering studies.
- Support project implementation and technology demonstration activities.
Salary & Benefits
- Consolidated Fellowship: Up to ₹56,000 per month
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): 10% of fellowship
- Compensation will be determined based on qualifications and relevant experience.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the recruitment process prescribed by IIT Kharagpur SRIC. Applicants must submit their application along with relevant academic credentials, research experience documents, and supporting certificates before the deadline.
Reference Numbers:
- Research Associate-I (Power Systems): IIT/SRIC/R/RP562/2026/101
- Research Associate-I (Battery Research): IIT/SRIC/R/RP562/2026/102
- Post Doctoral Fellow: IIT/SRIC/R/RP562/2026/103
Applicants should clearly mention the relevant reference number while applying.
Last Date for Apply
09 June 2026
Application Fee: Nil
Age Limit: 35 Years
This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for researchers interested in renewable energy, smart grids, advanced batteries, and sustainable environmental technologies to contribute to a large-scale energy sustainability initiative in Odisha.
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