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IPR Recruitment 2026: The Institute for Plasma Research (IPR), Gandhinagar, has announced 58 vacancies for Project Scientific Officer, Project Scientific Assistant and Project Administrative Staff posts. Eligible B.E./B.Tech., Diploma, B.Sc. Physics and Graduate candidates can apply online until 16 November 2026. Monthly salary ranges from ₹25,870 to ₹72,930. Check eligibility, age limit, application fees, selection process and official notification.
Organization
All Government Exam
Location
India
Total Posts
58 Posts
The Institute for Plasma Research (IPR), Gandhinagar, an aided institute under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has released the IPR Recruitment 2026 Notification for 58 temporary project-based vacancies under Advertisement No. 08/2026.
The recruitment includes the posts of Project Scientific Officer (PSO), Project Scientific Assistant (PSA), and Project Administrative Staff (PAS) across multiple engineering, science and administrative disciplines.
IPR is a premier research institution engaged in basic plasma physics, magnetic confinement fusion and industrial and societal applications of plasma technology.
The recruitment provides opportunities for eligible engineering graduates, diploma holders, B.Sc. Physics graduates and graduates with computer certification.
Selected candidates will receive consolidated monthly remuneration ranging from ₹25,870 to ₹72,930, including House Rent Allowance (HRA), depending on the position.
All advertised appointments are purely temporary for a maximum period of three years. Selected candidates may be assigned to IPR facilities at Bhat or GIDC Sector 25, Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
Interested and eligible candidates must submit their online applications through the official IPR recruitment website by 16 November 2026 at 5:30 PM.
Candidates should carefully check the prescribed educational qualifications, age limits, overqualification restrictions, selection process and fee requirements before applying.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute for Plasma Research (IPR) |
| Department | Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | 08/2026 |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 58 |
| Post Names | Project Scientific Officer, Project Scientific Assistant, Project Administrative Staff |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Gandhinagar, Gujarat |
| Employment Type | Temporary / Project-Based |
| Maximum Contract Duration | 3 Years |
| Educational Qualification | B.E./B.Tech., Diploma, B.Sc. Physics, Graduation (Post-Wise) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 30–40 Years (Post-Wise) |
| Monthly Salary | ₹25,870–₹72,930 |
| Selection Process | Interview / Written Test / Computer Skill Test (Post-Wise) |
| Application Last Date | 16 November 2026 |
| Application Closing Time | 5:30 PM |
| Official Website | www.ipr.res.in |
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Advertisement | 08/2026 |
| Notification Published | October 2026 |
| Online Application | Available |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 November 2026 |
| Application Closing Time | 5:30 PM |
| Written Test Date | To Be Announced |
| Interview Date | To Be Announced |
| Computer Skill Test Date | To Be Announced |
| Selection Result | To Be Announced |
Candidates should regularly check the official recruitment website for further announcements regarding shortlisting, examinations and interviews.
The recruitment includes 58 positions distributed among three post categories.
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Project Scientific Officer | 8 |
| 02 | Project Scientific Assistant | 47 |
| 03 | Project Administrative Staff | 3 |
| Total | 58 |
| Post | Branch / Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientific Officer | Mechanical Engineering | 5 |
| Project Scientific Officer | Computer Science | 2 |
| Project Scientific Officer | Instrumentation & Control | 1 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Mechanical Engineering | 15 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Electrical Engineering | 6 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Electronics / Electronics & Communication | 11 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Instrumentation & Control | 7 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Physics | 5 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | Computer Science / Engineering | 3 |
| Project Administrative Staff | Administrative | 3 |
| Total | 58 |
The number of advertised vacancies is provisional and may increase or decrease depending on the institute's requirements.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 27 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 3 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 15 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 5 |
| Total | 58 |
Candidates should refer to the branch-wise category allocation in the advertisement before submitting their application.
Educational qualifications vary according to the post and discipline.
Candidates must possess a B.E./B.Tech. degree in the relevant discipline.
| Branch | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering |
| Computer Science | B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science / Engineering |
| Instrumentation & Control | B.E./B.Tech. in Instrumentation & Control or Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
Candidates holding B.E./B.Tech. qualifications must have at least 60% marks.
Applicants must possess the relevant prescribed qualification.
| Branch | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Electrical | 3-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Electronics / ECE | 3-Year Diploma in Electronics or Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Instrumentation & Control | 3-Year Diploma in Instrumentation & Control or Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
| Physics | B.Sc. in Physics |
| Computer | 3-Year Diploma in Computer Science / Engineering |
Engineering Diploma qualifications must have at least 60% marks.
Only candidates possessing a three-year Diploma will be considered for the diploma-based PSA positions.
Candidates must possess a graduation degree in an eligible discipline along with a certified course in Computer.
Eligible graduation disciplines include:
Arts
Commerce
Management
Science
Law
Computer Application
Applicants must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in graduation.
Qualifications must be obtained from UGC-recognized Indian universities or AICTE-approved institutions or boards, as applicable.
Candidates holding qualifications from foreign institutions must submit the required equivalency certificate issued by UGC or AIU.
The advertisement specifically states that candidates possessing a qualification higher than the prescribed qualification for Post Codes 01 and 02 will be treated as overqualified and will not be screened in.
Candidates must pay special attention to this condition before applying for Project Scientific Officer or Project Scientific Assistant posts.
The upper age limit is determined as of 16 November 2026.
| Post Name | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Project Scientific Officer | 40 Years |
| Project Scientific Assistant | 35 Years |
| Project Administrative Staff | 30 Years |
Age relaxation for eligible SC, ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates will be provided according to applicable Government of India orders.
The advertisement does not specify a separate general minimum-age requirement.
Selected candidates will receive consolidated monthly remuneration, including HRA.
| Post Name | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Project Scientific Officer | ₹72,930 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | ₹46,020 |
| Project Administrative Staff | ₹25,870 |
These amounts are consolidated monthly remuneration, not regular pay-matrix scales.
Selected candidates are eligible for medical scheme coverage for themselves under IPR's Contributory Health Service Scheme (CHSS), subject to its rules.
The applicable monthly contribution will be deducted from the remuneration.
All advertised positions are purely temporary and project-based.
The maximum appointment period is three years.
The engagement automatically ends upon completion of the contractual tenure.
The appointment does not provide any right to regular employment or permanent absorption in the Institute for Plasma Research.
Employee performance will be reviewed annually. Unsatisfactory performance may result in discontinuation of the engagement.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹200 |
| OBC | ₹200 |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| Female Candidates | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| EWS | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The fee must be paid online through SBI Collect.
Candidates claiming fee exemption must submit the required supporting certificates.
Fees once paid are non-refundable.
The selection process differs according to the advertised position.
Selection will be based on interview performance.
IPR may conduct a written examination for screening purposes if necessary.
Selection will be based on interview performance.
A written test may be conducted only for preliminary screening.
Selection will be conducted through:
Written Test
Computer Skill Test
Applications will first be scrutinized based on age, qualifications, category certificates, fee details and other prescribed eligibility conditions.
Only valid and shortlisted applicants will be called for the relevant selection stage.
The written test and interviews will be conducted in Ahmedabad or Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
The official advertisement does not specify a fixed written-examination date, number of questions, detailed syllabus or marking scheme.
Candidates should follow subsequent official announcements for the examination pattern and test schedule.
No travelling allowance will be paid for attending the written test or interview.
IPR will publish the list of selected candidates through its official website or recruitment portal.
A waiting list may also be published according to merit.
The waiting list will remain valid for one year from the date of declaration of the final result.
IPR may use the waiting list to fill vacancies arising from non-joining, resignation, death or other administrative requirements during its validity period.
Inclusion in the waiting list does not guarantee appointment.
Eligible candidates can complete the application through the official IPR website.
Step 1: Visit https://www.ipr.res.in/opportunities/current-opening-recruitment.
Step 2: Find Advertisement No. 08/2026 for Project Scientific Officer, Project Scientific Assistant and Project Administrative Staff.
Step 3: Open the online application link.
Step 4: Read the detailed advertisement and ensure that you satisfy the qualification and age requirements.
Step 5: Register and enter your personal information, contact details and educational qualifications.
Step 6: Select the appropriate post code and branch.
Step 7: Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph, educational certificates and other required documents.
Step 8: Pay the application fee through SBI Collect, if applicable.
Step 9: Enter the fee payment details and verify the application.
Step 10: Submit the completed online application before 16 November 2026, 5:30 PM.
Step 11: Save the application reference details for future use.
Candidates are not required to send hard copies of their applications or supporting documents.
Applicants should prepare scanned copies of the following documents:
Recent passport-size colour photograph
Birth certificate or accepted age proof
Class 10 certificate, where applicable
Relevant educational marksheets
Engineering degree or Diploma certificates
Graduation certificate
Computer course certificate for Project Administrative Staff
Experience certificate, if applicable
Category or reservation certificate, where applicable
Age relaxation certificate, if applicable
SBI Collect fee payment receipt for fee-paying candidates
Other relevant documents supporting eligibility
Candidates should upload clear and accurate documents in the format prescribed by the recruitment portal.
Candidates required to pay the ₹200 application fee should follow the official payment instructions.
Visit https://sbcollect.sbi.bank.in/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm.
Select the category "Automobiles/Fuel".
Search for "Institute for Plasma Research".
Select Institute for Plasma Research, Gujarat.
Choose the payment category "Application fees-IPR".
Enter the required applicant information.
Mention Advertisement No. 08/2026 and the applicable post code in the Remarks field.
Verify the payment details and complete the transaction.
Download the SBI Collect receipt.
Preserve the transaction details for the online application.
Candidates should ensure that the payment is successfully completed before submitting the application.
Indian citizenship: Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
Eligibility cutoff date: Age, qualifications and other eligibility conditions will be determined as of 16 November 2026.
Overqualification: Applicants possessing higher qualifications than those prescribed for PSO and PSA positions will not be screened in.
Multiple applications: If a candidate submits more than one online application, the latest application with the higher Application ID will be considered.
Accurate information: Incorrect or incomplete details may lead to rejection.
Document verification: Candidates must provide valid educational and category certificates in the prescribed format.
Communication: IPR will communicate recruitment information through email and its official website.
No travelling allowance: Candidates will not receive TA for attending the selection process.
Temporary appointment: All advertised posts are temporary and do not guarantee permanent employment.
Recruitment updates: Corrections, amendments and additional recruitment notices will be published on the official IPR website.
| Description | Official Link |
|---|---|
| IPR Official Website | https://www.ipr.res.in/ |
| Official Recruitment Page | https://www.ipr.res.in/opportunities/current-opening-recruitment |
| Apply Online | https://erecruit.ipr.res.in/ |
| Advertisement Number | 08/2026 |
| SBI Collect Payment | https://sbcollect.sbi.bank.in/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm |
| Recruitment Help Email | recruitment@ipr.res.in |
The Institute for Plasma Research, Gandhinagar, has announced 58 temporary vacancies for Project Scientific Officer, Project Scientific Assistant and Project Administrative Staff under Advertisement No. 08/2026.
A total of 58 vacancies are advertised.
The last date for submitting the online application is 16 November 2026, up to 5:30 PM.
The advertisement number is 08/2026.
Selected Project Scientific Officers will receive consolidated remuneration of ₹72,930 per month, including HRA.
The monthly consolidated remuneration is ₹46,020, including HRA.
The monthly consolidated remuneration is ₹25,870, including HRA.
Candidates must possess B.E./B.Tech. in the relevant engineering discipline with the prescribed minimum 60% marks.
Candidates must possess the specified three-year Engineering Diploma or B.Sc. Physics qualification, depending on the branch.
Yes. B.Sc. Physics graduates may apply for the five Project Scientific Assistant vacancies in the Physics discipline, subject to eligibility requirements.
Yes. Eligible graduates with at least 50% marks and a certified computer course can apply.
The maximum age limit is 40 years, subject to applicable relaxation.
The maximum age limit is 35 years, subject to applicable relaxation.
The maximum age limit is 30 years, subject to applicable relaxation.
General and OBC applicants must pay ₹200. SC, ST, female, PwBD, EWS and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt, subject to documentation requirements.
Yes. Female candidates are exempted from the application fee.
A written examination may be conducted for screening PSO and PSA candidates. Project Administrative Staff selection involves a written test and computer skill test.
Yes. Selection for Project Scientific Officer and Project Scientific Assistant is based on interview performance.
The written examination and/or interview will be conducted in Ahmedabad or Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
No. The appointments are purely temporary and project-based for a maximum period of three years.
For PSO and PSA posts, candidates with qualifications higher than the specifically prescribed qualification will be treated as overqualified and will not be screened in.
No. Applications must be submitted online.
No. The recruitment notification specifically states that hard copies of applications and supporting documents are not required.
The institute will publish a waiting list, which will remain valid for one year from the declaration of the final result.
The official recruitment page is https://www.ipr.res.in/opportunities/current-opening-recruitment.
The IPR Recruitment 2026 offers opportunities for eligible candidates seeking temporary scientific, engineering and administrative positions at the Institute for Plasma Research, Gandhinagar.
The advertisement covers 58 vacancies, comprising eight Project Scientific Officer positions, 47 Project Scientific Assistant positions and three Project Administrative Staff positions.
The monthly consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹25,870 to ₹72,930, including HRA, depending on the selected post.
Candidates must complete the online application by 16 November 2026 at 5:30 PM and ensure that they meet the prescribed educational and age requirements.
Particular attention should be given to the overqualification restrictions for the scientific posts and the application fee exemption requirements.
For examination schedules, interviews, shortlisted candidates and results, applicants should regularly monitor the official IPR recruitment website.
Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only. Candidates should refer to the official Institute for Plasma Research notification and subsequent recruitment instructions for authoritative information.
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