IIT Gandhinagar Post Doctoral Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) has released an official notification for the recruitment Post Doctoral Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IIT Gandhinagar website. The last date to submit the application form is 22-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Gandhinagar Post Doctoral Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

IIT Gandhinagar Post Doctoral Recruitment 2026 Overview

Eligibility Criteria

• Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Environmental Economics, or a closely related discipline.
• The percentage/grade points with respect to the academic qualifications will be a minimum of 60% or equivalent grade from Graduation onward and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th and 12th.
• Strong quantitative and micro econometric skills; proficiency in R is mandatory.
• Experience working with spatial, raster, or remote sensing data using R and/or ArcGIS.
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork in Gujarat; knowledge of Gujarati is desirable.
• Demonstrated publication record in applied economics or water policy journals.
• Prior experience with structural economic modeling is added advantage.

Salary / Stipend

• Expected Salary Range: INR 72,000 – 80,000 / month

Important Dates

Selection Process

Selection process not specified in the document.

General Information / Instructions

• The postdoctoral appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of extension for a second year subject to satisfactory progress and availability of funds.
• The project relies primarily on secondary data analysis (Agricultural Census, Minor Irrigation Census, WRIS, remotely sensed hydrological and land-use data), complemented by targeted primary data collection where necessary.
• The postdoctoral researcher will apply advanced microeconometric and structural modeling techniques, integrate spatial and raster-based analyses using remote sensing data.
• Research conducted in close collaboration with experts in hydrology, civil engineering, and agronomy.
• Expected outcomes include development of a sustained research agenda, submission of at least one to two research papers to peer-reviewed applied economics journals, policy briefs and dissemination materials.

How to Apply

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