The National Institute of Hydrology (NIH), Roorkee, a premier research institution under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, has announced a walk-in interview for multiple project-based contractual posts. As per Advertisement No. 38/2025-NIH (Admn.), NIH is inviting eligible candidates for the positions of Project Scientist-II, Research Associate-I (RA-I), Junior Research Fellow (JRF), and Resource Persons (Senior & Junior).
These posts are available under a Research & Development Project titled “Environmental Flow Assessment for Chambal, Sone, Damodar and Tons Rivers at Critical Reaches” and other internal sections of NIH. The selection will be based on walk-in interviews scheduled on 03 & 04 June 2025 at the NIH campus in Roorkee, Uttarakhand.
NIH Walk-in Interview Recruitment 2025 : Vacancy & Overview
The recruitment is purely temporary and contractual, meant for fixed durations with the possibility of extension based on project performance. Interested candidates are required to appear in person with all relevant documents on the interview date.
Summary Table
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Qualification Required | Salary Offered | Interview Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Scientist-II | 4 | Ph.D./M.Tech with 3 years’ experience in Water Resources & Related Fields | ₹67,000 + HRA | 03 June 2025 |
| Research Associate-I | 4 | Ph.D. or M.Tech with 3 years experience and 1 SCI journal publication | ₹58,000 + HRA | 03 June 2025 |
| Junior Research Fellow | 8 | M.Sc./M.Tech + NET/GATE or national exam qualification | ₹37,000 + HRA | 04 June 2025 |
| Resource Person (Senior) | 1 | M.Sc./M.Tech + 6 years’ experience in water quality analysis | ₹40,000–70,000 + ₹3,000 LCA | 03 June 2025 |
| Resource Person (Junior) | 1 | M.A./M.Com/MBA + 2 years’ experience with GeM portal | ₹20,000–40,000 + ₹1,500 LCA | 04 June 2025 |
Project-wise and Role-wise Details
Below is a breakdown of the roles offered, their eligibility requirements, and key information.
1. Project Scientist-II
- Posts: 4
- Qualification:
- Doctoral Degree in Science
- OR Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in fields like:
- Agricultural/Civil Engineering
- Water Resources/Hydrology
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Remote Sensing & GIS
- Computer Applications, Chemistry, etc.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years in research & development, scientific activities
Salary: ₹67,000 per month + HRA
Age Limit: Up to 55 years (relaxable)
Interview Date: 03 June 2025, 10:30 AM at NIH Roorkee
Nature of Work: Hydrological and hydraulic modeling, field investigation, water quality analysis, environmental flow modeling using tools like HEC-EFM, PHABSIM, MODFLOW, etc.
2. Research Associate-I (RA-I)
- Posts: 4
- Qualification:
- Ph.D. in relevant engineering/science fields
- OR M.Tech with 3 years’ experience + at least 1 SCI journal publication
Desirable: Proficiency in hydrological, hydraulic, and water quality modeling tools
Salary: ₹58,000 per month + HRA
Age Limit: Up to 35 years (relaxable)
Interview Date: 03 June 2025, 10:30 AM
Nature of Work: Report writing, environmental flow modeling, data processing, modeling using software like SWAT, HEC-RAS, QUAL2K
3. Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Posts: 8
- Qualification:
- Master’s in Science/Engineering/Technology in disciplines such as:
- Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology
- Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Computer Science, etc.
- Must have qualified:
- CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship) or GATE
- OR National-level exam by DST, DBT, DRDO, ICAR, IISc, etc.
- Master’s in Science/Engineering/Technology in disciplines such as:
Salary: ₹37,000 per month + HRA
Age Limit: Up to 28 years (relaxable)
Interview Date: 04 June 2025, 10:30 AM
Nature of Work: Water quality modeling, environmental flow assessment, field surveys, data analysis
4. Resource Person (Senior)
- Post: 1
- Qualification:
- Master’s in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering
- Experience: Minimum 6 years in water quality testing (IC, ICP-MS, GC-MS, etc.)
Desirable: Ph.D. + QA/QC experience in NABL accreditation
Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹70,000 + ₹3,000 local conveyance
Interview Date: 03 June 2025
Posting Location: Water Quality Lab, NIH Roorkee
5. Resource Person (Junior)
- Post: 1
- Qualification:
- Postgraduate in M.A., M.Com, MBA or allied subjects
- Experience: At least 2 years in Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and procurement systems
Salary: ₹20,000 – ₹40,000 + ₹1,500 local conveyance
Interview Date: 04 June 2025
Posting Location: Procurement Section, NIH Roorkee
Common Requirements & General Conditions
Documents Required at Interview:
- Bio-data in prescribed format
- Passport-size photo
- Original and self-attested copies of:
- Educational qualifications
- Experience certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
Bio-Data Format Should Include:
- Advertisement number and post applied
- Sub-project preference
- Personal details (DOB, contact, address)
- Educational history (marks, board, year)
- Experience details
- Publications and technical skills
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD | 5 years |
| Project Scientist-II | Max 55 years |
| Research Associate-I | Max 35 years |
| JRF | Max 28 years |
NIH Walk-in Interview Recruitment 2025 Selection Process & Conditions
- Mode of Selection: Walk-in Interview only
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending or joining
- Engagement Type: Full-time, purely contractual
- Tenure: Initially 1 year; extendable based on performance
- Workplace: NIH, Roorkee
- Reporting Time: Candidates must report 1 hour before interview time
- Accommodation: May be provided per rules (subject to availability)
Key Instructions
- Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria.
- Applications for multiple posts are allowed, but candidates must mention their post and project preference clearly.
- No claims will be entertained for regular employment based on these posts.
- Candidates must make their own arrangements for boarding and lodging in Roorkee.
Final Words
The NIH Walk-in Interview Recruitment 2025 presents a valuable opportunity for researchers, scientists, and skilled professionals to contribute to national water resource development projects. If you’re qualified in hydrology, environmental engineering, remote sensing, chemistry, or related disciplines—this is your chance to work with India’s leading hydrology institute on impactful R&D projects.
Make sure you prepare your documents and appear at NIH Roorkee on 03 or 04 June 2025, depending on the post. This recruitment is ideal for those seeking meaningful, time-bound research roles in the public sector.
Official Notification: NIH Notification
Interview Venue: NIH, Roorkee – Uttarakhand
Interview Dates:
- Project Scientist-II, RA-I, Resource Person (Senior): 03 June 2025
- JRF, Resource Person (Junior): 04 June 2025
