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NIH Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Walkin
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National Institute of Hydrology has released the NIH Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 notification. Apply only through the official website (nihroorkee.gov.in).
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| Name of post | NIH Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Walkin |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Institute of Hydrology |
| Advertisement no. | Advt.67/10/2026-NIH(Admn |
| Job location | All India |
| Pay / salary | The pay is Rs.37,000/- p.m. + HRA for candidates selected through CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship) or GATE, or through a national-level examination by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions. Others get Rs.30,000/- + HRA. |
| Selection process | Selection is made through the walk-in interview at NIH, Roorkee on 16 November 2026. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview. |
| Posted on | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 27 Oct 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Age Limit
- The maximum age for Project Associate-I is 30 years as on the date of interview (16 November 2026).
- SC/ST/OBC/Women and physically handicapped candidates : 5 years, as per Govt. of India rules
- The maximum age is 30 years as on the date of interview. It is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women and physically handicapped candidates, as per Govt. of India rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
- The pay is Rs.37,000/- p.m. + HRA for candidates selected through CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship) or GATE, or through a national-level examination by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions. Others get Rs.30,000/- + HRA.
NIH Roorkee Project Associate-I Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Date | 16.11.2026 |
| Reporting Time | 11:00 AM. Candidates may report at NIH-Roorkee by the interview time. |
| Venue | NIH, Roorkee |
| Posts | Project Associate-I |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs.37,000/- p.m. + HRA or Rs.30,000/- + HRA, depending on the route of selection |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates with the required qualification who are aged 30 years or less on the date of interview. The age limit is relaxable as shown below. |
| Advertisement No. | Advt.67/10/2026-NIH(Admn.) |
| Job Location | NIH, Roorkee |
| Official Website | www.nihroorkee.gov.in |
- The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About NIH Roorkee
- The National Institute of Hydrology is a Government of India Society under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, R.D & G.R. It is based at Jalvigyan Bhawan, Roorkee-247 667 (Uttarakhand), and its letterhead calls it an ISO 9001:2015 certified organisation. The institute's phone numbers are +91-1332-272108 and 272106.
Posts and Eligibility
- The Project Associate-I post serves the ANRF PM ECRG project titled "Geochemical and isotopic fingerprinting of hydrological, hydro meteorological and hydrogeological processes sustaining Yamuna river". The place of posting is NIH, Roorkee. The notice advertises 1 post. It also says the number of posts may increase or decrease depending on the project.
Educational Qualification
- The essential qualification is printed as: "Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Geology/Applied Geology/Geochemistry/Earth Sciences or its allied subjects". The notice says professionals with the required qualifications and experience will be eligible for appointment. Before the walk-in interview, candidates must make sure they are eligible in the required field. For the full eligibility of the post, see the official notification.
Pay
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (selected through (a) National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE, or (b) a selection process through national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions) | Rs.37,000/- p.m. + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (others who do not fall under (i) above) | Rs.30,000/- + HRA |
- HRA is paid on top of the pay. The selected candidate will not get any allowance such as Dearness Allowance, Residential Telephone, Transport facility or Personal Staff. Transit accommodation may be given under the institute's rules, and the licence fee for it will be charged. The accommodation must be vacated when the appointment ends or the tenure expires, whichever is earlier.
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What to Bring
- Complete bio-data in the format given in the notice (a copy is enclosed with the notice)
- Passport size photograph
- Original proof of qualification and experience
- Self-attested copies of certificates
- Advt. No.
- Post applied for, with the sub-projects you want to work in, in order of preference of sub-project title
- Name of candidate and Father's/Husband name
- Date of birth and age (as on the date of walk-in-interview)
- Nationality, marital status and category (SC/ST/OBC/PH/Gen)
- Present address, address for communication, telephone/mobile number and email address
- Details of qualifications from High School onwards: qualification, name of Board/University, subjects, years and percentage of marks
- Working experience: S. No., organisation/institute, period (from … to), nature of work and remarks
- Research papers published, if any
- Knowledge of software and any other additional information
- List of enclosures, with the date and the candidate's signature
- The bio-data must give the following details:
- The enclosed form also has a box for a passport size photo.
What Happens on the Day
- Selection for NIH Roorkee Project Associate-I is made through the walk-in interview. Candidates can come directly to NIH on the set date and time with the documents listed above. No one will be admitted once the interview has started. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Candidates from outside Roorkee must arrange their own boarding and lodging.
Important Instructions
- The appointment is for one year and is likely to be extended until the project closes in June 2029. The first term and any extension will be decided case by case, depending on the job and the time needed to finish it.
- Selected candidates will be engaged for a fixed period to provide high-quality services to the institute for specific, time-bound jobs.
- The appointment is full-time. The appointee may not take up any other assignment during the consultancy with NIH.
- The appointment is purely temporary and co-terminus. It gives no claim, implicit or explicit, to any NIH post, and the institute can cancel it at any time without giving a reason.
- No TA/DA will be paid for joining the appointment, which is on a contract basis. The selected candidate will get TA/DA for official travel within India.
More Details
- Age Relaxation
Mode of Selection
- Selection is made through the walk-in interview at NIH, Roorkee on 16 November 2026. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official notice using the link in Important Links and read it fully.
- Check eligibility: qualification, age limit (and relaxation), and the last date.
- Register on the official website of National Institute of Hydrology and fill the form carefully.
- Upload your photo and signature in the size asked (our Image Resizer can reduce them to the right KB).
- Pay the fee if one applies, submit, and keep a printout of the final form.
Important Links
| NIH Roorkee Project Associate-I Notification PDF with Bio-data Format | Download nihroorkee.gov.in |
|---|---|
| National Institute of Hydrology Official Website | Click Here nihroorkee.gov.in |
| Link | Details |
| NIH Roorkee Project Associate-I Notification PDF with Bio-data Format | Advertisement No. Advt.67/10/2026-NIH(Admn.) dated 23.10.2026 |
| National Institute of Hydrology Official Website | www.nihroorkee.gov.in |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for NIH Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age for Project Associate-I is 30 years as on the date of interview (16 November 2026); SC/ST/OBC/Women and physically handicapped candidates : 5 years, as per Govt. of India rules; The maximum age is 30 years as on the date of interview. It is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women and physically handicapped candidates, as per Govt. of India rules.
What qualification is needed for NIH Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?
The Project Associate-I post serves the ANRF PM ECRG project titled "Geochemical and isotopic fingerprinting of hydrological, hydro meteorological and hydrogeological processes sustaining Yamuna river". The place of posting is NIH, Roorkee. The notice advertises 1 post. It also says the number of posts may increase or decrease depending on the project. | The essential qualification is printed as: …
What is the selection process for NIH Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?
Selection is made through the walk-in interview at NIH, Roorkee on 16 November 2026. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
What is the official website for NIH Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?
The official website is https://www.nihroorkee.gov.in.