IPR Gandhinagar Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Institute for Plasma Research (IPR), Bhat, Gandhinagar for 58 temporary project posts under Advertisement No. 08/2026. Eligible candidates can apply online till 16 November 2026 (5:30 PM).
IPR Gandhinagar Recruitment 2026 – Job Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute for Plasma Research (IPR), Department of Atomic Energy aided institute |
| Advertisement No. | 08/2026 |
| Total Posts | 58 (provisional) |
| Job Type | Temporary project posts, maximum 3 years |
| Job Location | IPR, Bhat, Gandhinagar or GIDC Sector-25, Gandhinagar, Gujarat |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ipr.res.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date and application start | 19 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 16 November 2026 (5:30 PM) |
| Age and qualification cut-off date | 16 November 2026 |
| Test / interview date | Will be announced on the IPR website and by email |
IPR Vacancy Details and Salary 2026
| Post | Branch | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientific Officer (PSO) | Mechanical | 5 |
| Computer Science | 2 | |
| Instrumentation and Control | 1 | |
| Project Scientific Assistant (PSA) | Mechanical | 15 |
| Electrical | 6 | |
| Electronics / Electronics and Communication | 11 | |
| Instrumentation and Control | 7 | |
| Physics | 5 | |
| Computer | 3 | |
| Project Administrative Staff (PAS) | Administrative | 3 |
| Total | 58 |
| Post | Total Posts | Monthly Pay (including HRA) |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientific Officer | 8 | Rs. 72,930 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | 47 | Rs. 46,020 |
| Project Administrative Staff | 3 | Rs. 25,870 |
CHSS medical facility (for self only) is available as per IPR rules.
Eligibility Criteria
- Project Scientific Officer: B.E./B.Tech in the relevant branch with at least 60% marks.
- Project Scientific Assistant (Engineering): 3-year Diploma in the relevant branch with at least 60% marks.
- Project Scientific Assistant (Physics): B.Sc. (Physics).
- Project Administrative Staff: Graduate in Arts, Commerce, Management, Science, Law or Computer Application with at least 50% marks, plus a certified computer course.
Qualification must be from a UGC-recognized university, AICTE-approved institute or recognized board. Only Indian nationals can apply. For PSO and PSA, candidates with a higher qualification than the one prescribed are treated as over-qualified and are not screened in.
Age Limit (as on 16 November 2026)
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Project Scientific Officer | 40 years |
| Project Scientific Assistant | 35 years |
| Project Administrative Staff | 30 years |
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen is as per Government of India rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | Rs. 200 |
| SC / ST / Female / PwBD / EWS / Ex-Servicemen | Nil (certificate required) |
The fee is paid online through SBI Collect and is non-refundable.
Selection Process
- PSO and PSA: Scrutiny of applications and interview. A written test may be held for screening if needed.
- PAS: Written test and computer skill test.
A waiting list is kept for 1 year after the final result. No travel allowance is paid.
How to Apply for IPR Gandhinagar Recruitment 2026
- Read the full notification (Advt. No. 08/2026) and check that you meet the eligibility and over-qualification rules.
- If you have to pay a fee, open SBI Collect, search “Institute for Plasma Research” and choose “Application fees-IPR”. Write the Advertisement No. and Post Code in the Remarks field. Save the receipt.
- Open the IPR e-recruitment portal: erecruit.ipr.res.in.
- Fill in your personal, educational and category details with an active email and mobile number.
- Enter the fee payment details and upload your photo and documents.
- Submit before 16 November 2026, 5:30 PM. No hard copy is needed.
Help desk: recruitment@ipr.res.in
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Website: ipr.res.in
- Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the last date for IPR Gandhinagar Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 16 November 2026 up to 5:30 PM.
How many posts are there?
There are 58 posts: 8 Project Scientific Officer, 47 Project Scientific Assistant and 3 Project Administrative Staff.
Is this a permanent job?
No. These are temporary project posts for a maximum of 3 years, with no claim to regular appointment.
Is there a written exam?
For PSO and PSA, selection is mainly by interview. For Administrative Staff, there is a written test and a computer skill test.
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from the official notification and trusted public sources. Please verify all details on the official IPR website before applying.