Junior Technician (Earth Science)

What is the Junior Technician (Earth Science) job at IIT Kanpur?

The Junior Technician (Earth Science) is a technical role at IIT Kanpur responsible for managing, maintaining, and providing technical support for laboratories, workshops, or facilities within the Earth Science discipline. This is a regular, permanent government job opportunity.

What is the minimum educational qualification required?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Geology/ Earth Science OR a Diploma of minimum 3 years duration in Geology/ Earth science or allied fields from a recognized Institute/ University.

Is there any experience required for this post?

While the essential qualification is a degree or diploma, candidates with post-qualification hands-on relevant experience (2 years for B.E./ B.Tech. holders; 3 years for B.Sc./ Diploma holders) in workshops, R&D setups, industry, or academia are considered desirable.

What is the selection process?

The selection process for Group C posts like Junior Technician typically involves a Written Test followed by a skill test or job-oriented practical test.

How to apply for this Sarkari Naukri?

Interested candidates can apply online through the official IIT Kanpur recruitment portal at https://www.iitk.ac.in/recruitment before the deadline of 2026-07-03.