The National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, is inviting applications for the position of Project Assistant in a project funded by the Vision Group on Science & Technology (VGST), Government of Karnataka. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a strong background in Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, and related fields, offering a chance to contribute to a significant research project focused on soil quality analysis using advanced geospatial datasets and machine learning techniques.
Job Opportunity at NITK Surathkal
The Department of Water Resources & Ocean Engineering at NITK Surathkal is seeking a qualified Project Assistant to join their team. This role is part of a project aimed at the quantitative retrieval and spatio-temporal analysis of soil quality parameters in the Western Plains and Ghat regions of Karnataka. The project leverages cutting-edge geospatial datasets and machine learning techniques to achieve its objectives.
Description
The Project Assistant will be involved in a research project sponsored by VGST, focusing on soil quality analysis using geospatial datasets. The role requires a strong foundation in Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, and related fields, with an emphasis on applying machine learning techniques to environmental data.
Position
- Project Assistant
Eligibility
Candidates must possess an MTech in Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing and GIS, Water Resources Engineering, Hydrology, or Agricultural Engineering, or an M.Sc. in Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Science.
Alternatively, candidates with a B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Science are eligible. A minimum CGPA of 6.5/10 or 60% marks for MTech/M.Sc. candidates, and 7.0/10 or 70% marks for B.Tech candidates is required. Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of Hyperspectral and Microwave Remote Sensing, AI-ML applications, technical writing skills, and coding experience.
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
- Rs. 25,000 (consolidated)
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a filled application form, a detailed CV with a passport-sized photograph, and scanned copies of educational certificates and mark sheets from class XII onwards, along with a valid ID proof. All documents should be compiled into a single PDF and emailed to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Shwetha H R, at hrshwetha@nitk.edu.in by 10th June 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email, and selection will be based on qualifications, experience, and an interview/test.
Important Date
Application Submission Deadline: 10th June 2026
Job Location 🇮🇳
National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal, P.O. Srinivasnagar, Mangaluru – 575 025, Karnataka, India
For Additional Information
For more details, refer to the official notification available on the NITK website or contact Dr. Shwetha H R at hrshwetha@nitk.edu.in.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work on a government-funded project at a prestigious institution, with a focus on applying advanced geospatial and machine learning techniques to environmental data. The role is ideal for candidates looking to enhance their research skills in a dynamic academic environment.
- Government Job Opportunity at NITK Surathkal
- Monthly Salary: Rs. 25,000
- Research Project in Geoinformatics and Machine Learning
🔖 Post Expires on 10th June 2026