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North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong — Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Umshing Mawkynroh, Shillong, Meghalaya – 793022 has announced 1 vacancies under North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) — Project Associate-I, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post (ECE/PS/C2S/Project/Recruit/2026/01, dated 30 Oct 2026). Candidates with Essential — B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Desirable — experience in Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) design or System on Chip (SoC) design. Project: MeitY-sponsored research project "Early stage Identification of Red Spider Mite (Oligonychus coffeae) attack in Tea gardens of North Eastern States of India using ASIC based Detector and possible dispersal using electronic repellent". can apply. The pay scale is Fellowship Rs. 31,000 + HRA per month for scholars 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. 25,000 + HRA per month for other candidates. The appointment is purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the project, initially up to 31 Mar 2027 and renewable yearly subject to satisfactory performance; the monthly salary is subject to availability of project funds. and the application fee is Not in notification — the official notification does not specify an application fee.. Interested candidates can check the official notification before 14 Nov 2026 through the official website.

NEHU Shillong is hiring one Project Associate-I for a Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) sponsored project that is building an ASIC-based detector to identify red spider mite attacks in tea gardens of the North Eastern states at an early stage. The post suits a B.Tech. Electronics and Communication graduate, pays Rs. 25,000–31,000 plus HRA depending on NET/GATE qualification, and closes on 14 Nov 2026.

North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) — Project Associate-I, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post - Overview

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Vacancy Details

Eligibility

Salary / Pay Scale

🏆Selection Process — Step by Step

1. Selection based on qualification, experience and interview performance; the Selection Committee's decision is final and binding. Applications are shortlisted and only shortlisted candidates are informed by email or phone; shortlisted candidates report to the ECE Department office for certificate verification, followed by a technical interview on a date sent by email. No TA/DA or any other expenses are paid for attending the interview. Selected candidates must join immediately or at very short notice.

Each stage is qualifying — you must clear one stage to reach the next. Final merit is prepared as per the rules in the official notification.

How to Apply

1. Take the application form enclosed with the notice (pages 3–4 of the official notification).
2. Fill in the position, personal and contact details, and qualifications from 10th upward with university, year of passing, subject and percentage/GPA.
3. Enter GATE details (year, registration number, valid score, rank) and UGC NET details (year, roll number, rank) where applicable.
4. Give experience and number of journal publications, if any, then sign and date the form.
5. Affix a self-attested recent passport-size colour photograph.
6. Email the soft copy of the filled-in form to psarkar@nehu.ac.in on or before 14 Nov 2026.

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📝Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Exact interview schedule, venue and detailed instructions are given in the official notification PDF — download it from Important Links above.

📄Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph — as per the size and format specified in the notification
• Scanned signature — clear signature on white paper, scanned as specified
• Educational certificates & mark sheets (Essential — B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Desirable — experience in Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) design or System on Chip (SoC) design. Project: MeitY-sponsored research project "Early stage Identification of Red Spider Mite (Oligonychus coffeae) attack in Tea gardens of North Eastern States of India using ASIC based Detector and possible dispersal using electronic repellent".) — proof of your qualification
• Valid photo ID proof — Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving Licence
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) — only if you are claiming age or fee relaxation
• Domicile / residence certificate — if the notification requires it
• Experience certificate — only if the post requires prior experience
• Disability certificate (PwD) — only if applicable

Keep scanned copies ready in the prescribed size and format before starting the online application. Mismatched or missing documents lead to rejection.

❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🏆How to Check Result

1. Visit the official website: https://www.nehu.ac.in (link in Important Links above).
2. Look for the Results / Career section on the homepage.
3. Find the result link for North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) — Project Associate-I, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post.
4. Enter your roll number / registration number and date of birth.
5. Download and save the scorecard / merit list PDF for future reference.

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