Job Description
Overview
The Institute for Plasma Research (IPR) has announced a recruitment drive for 58 temporary project posts under advertisement number 08/2026. This notification invites dynamic and qualified individuals to join various engineering, scientific, and administrative branches located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Selected personnel will contribute to premier plasma physics research initiatives while receiving consolidated monthly remuneration ranging from Rs. 25,870 to Rs. 72,930 depending on the specific post designation.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute specialized technical duties, scientific research support, or administrative operations within assigned departments.
- Collaborate with senior scientists and technical staff to design, test, and maintain laboratory instrumentation and systems.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of experimental procedures, technical logs, and administrative records.
- Ensure compliance with organizational safety standards, protocol guidelines, and quality assurance frameworks.
- Participate in periodic departmental reviews, technical meetings, and professional training sessions.
- Handle day-to-day project workflows, correspondence, and coordination tasks efficiently.
Why Apply
Engaging with the Institute for Plasma Research offers an exceptional opportunity to work alongside leading scientific minds in advanced nuclear fusion and plasma science. Associates benefit from structured professional exposure, competitive consolidated pay packages inclusive of house rent allowances, and contributory health service scheme medical facilities.
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply Online: 16-11-2026 up to 5:30 PM
- Eligibility Cut-off Date: 16-11-2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 58 Posts
- Salary Scale: Rs. 25,870 to Rs. 72,930 per month
- Job Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Recruiting Organization: Institute for Plasma Research (IPR)
IPR Project Posts Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Branch | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientific Officer | Mechanical | 05 |
| Project Scientific Officer | Computer Science | 02 |
| Project Scientific Officer | Instrumentation & Control | 01 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Mechanical | 15 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Electrical | 06 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Electronics/Electronics & Communication | 11 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Instrumentation & Control | 07 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Physics | 05 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Computer | 03 |
| Project Administrative Staff | Administrative | 03 |
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official IPR careers portal at https://www.ipr.res.in/opportunities/current-opening-recruitment.
- Complete the registration process and fill out all required personal, academic, and category details in the online application form.
- Access the SBI Collect portal to pay the prescribed application fee and note down the transaction reference details.
- Enter the payment details into the online application form and upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, age proof, educational mark sheets, and relevant certificates.
- Review the completed form carefully and submit it before 5:30 PM on 16 November 2026.
- Download and retain a digital or printed copy of the submitted application and fee receipt for future reference.
Application Fee
- General / OBC: Rs. 200/-
- SC / ST / Female / PwBD / EWS / Ex-Serviceman: Nil
Payment must be completed online via the SBI Collect portal under the appropriate category and reference numbers.
Age Limit
Selection Process
The selection process varies by post category. For Project Scientific Officer and Project Scientific Assistant positions, evaluation is primarily based on a personal interview, though a preliminary written screening test may be conducted if necessary. For Project Administrative Staff, candidates must clear a written test followed by a computer skill test to demonstrate operational proficiency.
Exam Pattern
Screening tests, when applicable, consist of objective questions tailored to the specific technical or administrative syllabus of the applied discipline. The computer skill test evaluates practical efficiency in handling standard office applications and data management tasks.
