IPR Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 58 Scientific Officer, Assistant & Admin Posts

The Institute for Plasma Research (IPR), Gandhinagar, an autonomous research institute under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India, has published advertisement number 08/2026 for 58 project-based positions. The vacancies are spread across three posts: Project Scientific Officer, Project Scientific Assistant, and Project Administrative Staff. The online application portal opened on October 19, 2026, and candidates can submit their applications until November 16, 2026.

Important Dates

Applicants must submit their online registrations and fee details before the official deadline.

• Detailed Advertisement Release: October 19, 2026
• Online Application Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: November 16, 2026 (until 5:30 PM)
• Cut-off Date for Age and Educational Qualifications: November 16, 2026
• Written Test and Interview Dates: To be updated on the IPR official website

Vacancy Breakdown

A total of 58 project vacancies are available. Selected candidates will be appointed on a contract basis initially for one year, extendable up to three years based on project requirements and performance.

• Project Scientific Officer (PSO): 8 posts
• Project Scientific Assistant (PSA): 47 posts
• Project Administrative Staff (PAS): 3 posts

Discipline-Wise Distribution

• Project Scientific Officer: Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Instrumentation and Control Engineering.
• Project Scientific Assistant: Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics and Communication, Instrumentation and Control, Computer Engineering, and Physics (B.Sc.).
• Project Administrative Staff: General Administration and Office Operations.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the educational background, percentage criteria, and age limits as of November 16, 2026.

Educational Qualifications

• Project Scientific Officer (PSO): Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) or Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in the relevant engineering branch with a minimum of 60 percent aggregate marks from a recognized university or institute.
• Project Scientific Assistant (PSA): Three-year full-time Diploma in the respective engineering discipline with at least 60 percent marks, or a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics with a minimum of 60 percent aggregate marks.
• Project Administrative Staff (PAS): Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 50 percent marks, accompanied by a certificate or diploma course in computer applications.

Age Limit & Relaxations

The upper age limits as on November 16, 2026, are defined as follows:

• Project Scientific Officer: Maximum 40 years.
• Project Scientific Assistant: Maximum 35 years.
• Project Administrative Staff: Maximum 30 years.
• Age Relaxations: Candidates belonging to reserved categories receive standard Government of India relaxations. Upper age is relaxed by 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive relaxation up to 10 years.

Salary Structure & Monthly Remuneration

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration covering basic pay and House Rent Allowance (HRA):

• Project Scientific Officer: Rs 72,930 per month (consolidated).
• Project Scientific Assistant: Rs 46,020 per month (consolidated).
• Project Administrative Staff: Rs 25,870 per month (consolidated).

In addition to the monthly remuneration, medical facilities under the Institute Contributory Health Scheme (ICHS) are extended to project employees as per institute rules.

Application Fee & Payment Mode

• General, OBC, and EWS Male Candidates: Rs 200.
• SC, ST, Female, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen Candidates: Exempted from fee payment (Nil).
• Mode of Payment: The application fee must be paid online through the SBI Collect facility. Candidates must save the transaction reference number and receipt to enter it in the online application form.

Selection Process

The selection process depends on the level of the applied post:

1. Initial Screening: Applications are scrutinized based on educational eligibility, percentage cut-offs, and submitted documents.
2. Written Test: If the number of eligible applicants is high, a written screening examination will be conducted to shortlist candidates.
3. Personal Interview: For Project Scientific Officer and Project Scientific Assistant posts, final merit is based entirely on interview performance.
4. Skill Test: Candidates applying for Project Administrative Staff must qualify in a written test and a practical computer proficiency test.

How to Apply Online

Applications are accepted online through the IPR official recruitment portal. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the Institute for Plasma Research website at www.ipr.res.in.
2. Navigate to the Jobs section and open advertisement number 08/2026.
3. If applicable, pay the Rs 200 fee via SBI Collect under the State Bank Collect portal for IPR Gandhinagar and note down the SB Collect reference number.
4. Click on the Online Application link and register with an active email ID and mobile number.
5. Log in to fill out personal details, academic qualifications, and fee payment details.
6. Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature, date of birth proof, diploma or degree mark sheets, and category certificates in the specified file formats.
7. Review the complete application form and submit it before November 16, 2026, 5:30 PM.
8. Download and print the submitted application form for future verification.

Official Links

• Institute for Plasma Research Official Website: ipr.res.in
• IPR Careers Portal: ipr.res.in/careers
• Fee Payment Link: SBI Collect Portal

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the closing date for IPR Recruitment 2026?

The deadline to submit online applications for advertisement number 08/2026 is November 16, 2026, up to 5:30 PM.

What is the duration of employment for these project posts?

These are temporary positions under project funding. Appointments are made for one year initially, extendable up to a maximum period of three years based on individual performance and project requirements.

Can candidates with higher qualifications apply for Project Scientific Assistant?

Candidates should refer to the specific post-code requirements in the official notification. For certain diploma-level roles, higher degrees like B.E. or B.Tech. may be considered over-qualification if explicitly restricted in the detailed notification.

How much is the application fee for female and SC/ST candidates?

Female applicants, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are fully exempt from paying the application fee.

What is the monthly pay for Project Scientific Officer?

Selected Project Scientific Officers receive a consolidated monthly pay of Rs 72,930, which includes the House Rent Allowance component.