Project Associate PAT-II – CSIR-IHBT

Himachal Pradesh, India Posted Last verified

Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 1
Employment Type
Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹28,000 per month
Qualification
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics OR Masters in Remote Sensing/GIS/Geoinformatics/Geography/Forestry/Ecology/CS/AI & Data Science with 2 years experience.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 35 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Apply Offline
Deadline
Deadline:

The Project Associate PAT-II role at CSIR-IHBT is tailored for experienced technical professionals specializing in hyperspectral remote sensing and artificial intelligence applications. The selected candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research in detecting tea foliar diseases, applying machine learning algorithms to drone-acquired spectral datasets. Offering competitive monthly remuneration along with institutional research exposure in Palampur, this project role serves as a vital step for professional growth in agricultural AI technologies. Interested candidates are required to submit their signed application form via email prior to the closing date.

  • NET or GATE qualified candidates earn a stipend of ₹35,000 plus HRA, while non-NET/GATE candidates receive ₹28,000 plus HRA per month.
  • Requires a minimum of 2 years research and development experience in academic, industrial, or scientific organizations.
  • Desirable qualification includes two years work experience in drone-based or hyperspectral remote sensing and AI.
  • The project duration for this engagement is co-terminus up to 31 March 2028.
  • Completed applications must be sent to amit.kumar07@csir.res.in on or before 12 August 2026.
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Additional Salary Information

₹35,000/- + HRA per month for NET/GATE qualified candidates; ₹28,000/- + HRA per month for others.

Important Dates

Application Deadline 12 August 2026
Crucial Date for Age Calculation 12 August 2026
Project Tenure Upto 31 March 2028

Selection Process

Screening of received applications by Screening Committee Online Interview via Video Conferencing / MS Teams for recommended candidates

Application Fees

No Application Fee mentioned.

Reservation

Age relaxation of 05 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
Age relaxation of 03 years for OBC candidates as per Government of India instructions.

How to Apply

  • Download the application proforma annexed with the official advertisement.
  • Fill up all columns of the application proforma very carefully in own handwriting.
  • Scan the completely filled application form into PDF format.
  • Send the single PDF file to the specified e-mail address (amit.kumar07@csir.res.in) mentioning the prescribed subject format including the Position Code.

Frequently Asked Questions

The stipend is ₹35,000 plus HRA for NET/GATE qualified candidates, and ₹28,000 plus HRA for non-NET/GATE candidates per month.

B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or Masters in Remote Sensing/GIS/Geoinformatics/Geography/Forestry/Ecology/CS/AI & Data Science with 2 years of R&D experience.

The maximum age limit is 35 years as on the last date of application (12.08.2026).