The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) has officially released the IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026 Notification for the appointment of 17 Junior Assistant posts.
Eligible and interested candidates can apply online from 13 December 2025 to 13 January 2026 through the official recruitment portal. Candidates are advised to read all details carefully before applying.
IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati |
| Post Name | Junior Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 17 Posts |
| Job Location | Guwahati, Assam |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 January 2026 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- UR (Unreserved): 4
- SC: 1
- ST: 2
- OBC-NCL: 6
- EWS: 4
Salary Details (Pay Matrix)
Selected candidates will be appointed under:
- Pay Matrix Level – 3 (7th CPC)
Along with the basic pay, employees will also get:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Other central government benefits
Age Limit & Relaxation
Maximum Age Limit
- Up to 27 years
Remember that there is no upper age limit for regular employees of IIT Guwahati.
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India rules:
- SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen – As per norms
❗ Important: Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC categories applying under UR category will not get age relaxation.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill the following qualification criteria:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university
- Basic knowledge of computer office applications such as:
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- Email & internet usage
Application Fee Details
Category-wise application fee is given below:
- UR / OBC-NCL: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / Women / PwBD Candidates: No Fee (Exempted)
The fee must be paid online during form submission.
How to Apply for IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online by following these simple steps:
- Visit the IIT Guwahati official website at https://www.iitg.ac.in/, Or Scroll down and visit the Important Web-Links section below.
- Click on “Online Application”.
- Complete the registration process using valid details.
- Login using registered credentials.
- Fill in all personal and educational information carefully.
- Upload required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates to Remember
- Online Application Start Date: 13 December 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 13 January 2026
- Written Exam Date: Notified Later
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026?
👉 There are 17 Junior Assistant vacancies announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for IIT Guwahati Junior Assistant posts?
👉 The last date to submit the online application is 13 January 2026.
Q3. What is the required qualification for Junior Assistant post?
👉 Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree with knowledge of computer office applications.
Q4. Is there any application fee for SC/ST candidates?
👉 No, SC/ST, Women, and PwBD candidates are fully exempted from paying the application fee.
Q5. What is the salary level for IIT Guwahati Junior Assistant?
👉 The post carries Pay Matrix Level 3 under the 7th CPC, along with allowances.
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