Institute for Plasma Research (IPR), an Aided Institute of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 08/2026 for recruitment to temporary posts of Project Scientific Officer (PSO), Project Scientific Assistant (PSA) and Project Administrative Staff (PAS). A total of 58 vacancies are available across Mechanical, Computer Science, Instrumentation & Control, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Physics, Computer and Administrative disciplines.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the IPR recruitment portal. The application process is open until 16 November 2026 up to 5:30 PM. The selection process will consist of an Interview for Project Scientific Officer and Project Scientific Assistant posts, with a Written Test potentially being conducted for screening purposes. Project Administrative Staff candidates will be selected through a Written Test and Computer Skill Test.
Official Notification PDF: IPR Recruitment 2026
IPR Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Institute for Plasma Research (IPR) |
| Department | Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | 08/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 58 |
| Posts | Project Scientific Officer, Project Scientific Assistant and Project Administrative Staff |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | As per online recruitment portal |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 November 2026 up to 5:30 PM |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200 for General/OBC; Nil for SC/ST/Female/PwBD/EWS/Ex-Servicemen |
| Age Limit | 30 to 40 years depending on the post |
| Salary | Rs. 25,870 to Rs. 72,930 per month |
| Selection Process | Interview / Written Test and Computer Skill Test, as applicable |
| Job Location | IPR, Bhat, Gandhinagar, Gujarat and its laboratories at GIDC, Sector-25, Gandhinagar |
| Nature of Appointment | Temporary |
| Maximum Tenure | 3 Years |
IPR Vacancy 2026
The recruitment notification contains 58 temporary vacancies across three post codes. The vacancy numbers are provisional and may increase or decrease depending on the actual requirements of the Institute.
| Post Code | Post Name | Branch / Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Project Scientific Officer | Mechanical | 5 |
| 01 | Project Scientific Officer | Computer Science | 2 |
| 01 | Project Scientific Officer | Instrumentation & Control | 1 |
| 02 | Project Scientific Assistant | Mechanical | 15 |
| 02 | Project Scientific Assistant | Electrical | 6 |
| 02 | Project Scientific Assistant | Electronics/Electronics & Communication | 11 |
| 02 | Project Scientific Assistant | Instrumentation & Control | 7 |
| 02 | Project Scientific Assistant | Physics | 5 |
| 02 | Project Scientific Assistant | Computer | 3 |
| 03 | Project Administrative Staff | Administrative | 3 |
| Total | 58 |
IPR Recruitment 2026 Post-wise Qualification
Project Scientific Officer
There are 8 vacancies for Project Scientific Officer under Post Code 01.
| Branch | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | 5 | B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering |
| Computer Science | 2 | B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science / Engineering |
| Instrumentation & Control | 1 | B.E./B.Tech. in Instrumentation & Control / Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
Candidates applying for these positions must have the prescribed B.E./B.Tech qualification with a minimum of 60% marks
Project Scientific Assistant
There are 47 vacancies for Project Scientific Assistant under Post Code 02.
| Branch | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | 15 | Three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Electrical | 6 | Three-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Electronics/Electronics & Communication | 11 | Three-year Diploma in Electronics / Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Instrumentation & Control | 7 | Three-year Diploma in Instrumentation & Control / Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
| Physics | 5 | B.Sc. in Physics |
| Computer | 3 | Three-year Diploma in Computer Science / Engineering |
Project Administrative Staff
There are 3 vacancies for Project Administrative Staff under Post Code 03.
Candidates must be graduates with a Certified Course in Computer. Graduates in Arts, Commerce, Management, Science, Law, Computer Application or equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks will be considered for the Project Administrative Staff post.
IPR Recruitment 2026 Qualification Requirements
- All qualifications must be from UGC-recognised Indian Universities or AICTE-approved Institutes/Boards.
- Candidates having qualifications obtained from other countries must submit an equivalency certificate from UGC/AIU.
- For Project Scientific Assistant posts, only three-year Diploma holders will be considered for the prescribed diploma disciplines.
- B.E./B.Tech./Diploma qualifications require a minimum of 60% marks.
- For Project Administrative Staff, the prescribed graduate qualifications require a minimum of 50% marks along with a certified computer course.
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IPR Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Post Code | Post Name | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Project Scientific Officer | 40 Years |
| 02 | Project Scientific Assistant | 35 Years |
| 03 | Project Administrative Staff | 30 Years |
Age relaxation is admissible to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per Government of India orders.
The eligibility of candidates with respect to age and other criteria will be determined with reference to 16 November 2026.
IPR Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientific Officer | 40 Years | Rs. 72,930 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | 35 Years | Rs. 46,020 |
| Project Administrative Staff | 30 Years | Rs. 25,870 |
The remuneration is consolidated and includes HRA. IPR also provides a Medical Scheme facility under its Contributory Health Service Scheme (CHSS) for the employee, subject to the applicable rules and monthly deductions. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="13"}
IPR Recruitment 2026 Job Location
Selected candidates will be required to work at the Institute for Plasma Research, Bhat, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, or at its laboratories at GIDC, Sector-25, Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
The written test and/or interview will be conducted in Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Gujarat. No TA will be paid for attending the written test or interview.
IPR Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The applications received by IPR will first be scrutinised based on criteria including age, educational qualification, category certificate, fee receipt and other requirements. Only valid applicants will be called for the applicable Written Test and/or Interview.
Project Scientific Officer and Project Scientific Assistant
For Project Scientific Officer and Project Scientific Assistant posts under Post Codes 01 and 02, selection will be based solely on performance in the Interview. If required, IPR may conduct a Written Test for screening purposes only. :
Project Administrative Staff
For Project Administrative Staff under Post Code 03, selection will be based on a Written Test and Computer Skill Test.
Wait List
IPR will publish a list of selected candidates along with a wait list arranged in order of merit. The wait list will remain valid for one year from the date of declaration of the final result and may be operated to fill vacancies arising due to non-joining, resignation, death or other administrative requirements. Inclusion in the wait list does not guarantee appointment.
IPR Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 08/2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 16 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 November 2026 up to 5:30 PM |
| Written Test / Interview | To be notified by IPR |
IPR's application instructions state that candidates should apply online by 16 November 2026 till 5:30 PM.
IPR Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | Rs. 200 |
| SC / ST / Female / PwBD / EWS / Ex-Serviceman | Nil |
Candidates claiming fee exemption must submit the relevant certificate. The notification states that the application fee is to be paid through online mode only using SBI Collect.
How to Pay IPR Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- Visit the SBI Collect portal.
- Select the category Automobiles/Fuel.
- Search for Institute for Plasma Research.
- Select Institute for Plasma Research, Gujarat.
- Select the payment category Application fees-IPR.
- Enter the required applicant details.
- In the Remarks field, mention the Advertisement Number and Post Code.
- Enter the remitter details and complete the payment.
- Download or print the SBI Collect payment receipt.
- Enter the payment/transaction details in the online application form.
IPR has specifically stated that the SBI Collect payment receipt should be preserved for entering the transaction details in the online application.
Documents Required for IPR Recruitment 2026
Candidates are required to upload the relevant documents while filling the online application, including:
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- Proof of age
- Educational mark sheets, certificates and degrees
- Experience certificates, if applicable
- Caste/community/class certificate in the prescribed format, if applicable
- Any other relevant supporting document
The accepted proof of age includes a Birth Certificate, Secondary School Leaving Certificate, or Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate mentioning the date of birth.
How to Apply for IPR Recruitment 2026
- Visit the IPR recruitment section.
- Read Advertisement No. 08/2026 carefully.
- Check the eligibility requirements for the relevant post code.
- Complete the online application form with correct personal, educational and other details.
- Upload the recent passport-size colour photograph and required supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee through SBI Collect, if required.
- Enter the SBI Collect payment/transaction details in the application form.
- Review all details carefully.
- Submit the online application before 16 November 2026 at 5:30 PM.
- Preserve the submitted application and payment receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions for IPR Recruitment 2026
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
- Candidates possessing a higher qualification than the one prescribed for Post Codes 01 and 02 will be treated as overqualified for the advertised post and will not be screened in.
- Candidates should apply only if they fulfil the prescribed essential qualification.
- Age, qualification and other eligibility conditions will be determined with reference to 16 November 2026.
- Only one online application should normally be submitted by each applicant.
- If multiple applications are submitted, the application having the higher Application ID Number, i.e. the latest application, will be considered.
- The application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
- Candidates claiming reservation or age relaxation must possess the relevant certificates in the prescribed Government of India format.
- Incomplete applications or applications without the required documents may be rejected.
- Fulfilling the minimum qualification and submitting an application does not guarantee a call for the Written Test or Interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified through the IPR website, and there will be no separate communication for candidates who are not shortlisted.
- All communications will be made through email, so candidates should provide an active email address and mobile number.
