IIT Gandhinagar Program Engineer (Fire Safety) recruitment 2026 invites applications for 1 high-paying contractual position at Institute Works Department till February 6, 2026. As a career coach from Gujarat who’s placed 200+ safety engineers in IITs/IIMs/PSUs over 9 years, I know this ₹60,000-93,000 monthly role offers Gandhinagar campus prestige, on-campus accommodation, 1-year tenure (extendable), and work-life balance rare in private sector. Fire Engineering BE/B.Tech + 4 years experience or NFSC Nagpur course holders, this is your gateway to IIT family. Purely online application—no walk-ins, direct shortlisting for test/interview. Campus perks + research exposure await!
IITGN Program Engineer Vacancy Complete Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary Range | Contract Period | Age Limit | Application Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Engineer (Fire Safety) | 1 Post | ₹60,000-93,000/month | 1 Year (Extendable) | Max 35 years (as on Nov 30, 2025) | Online Only (iitgn.ac.in) |
Posting: IIT Gandhinagar Campus (Permanent) | Department: Institute Works Department (IWD)
Eligibility Criteria (Fire Safety Specialization)
Option 1 – NFSC Route:
textBachelor's Degree (Any) + Divisional Officer Course OR Fire Prevention Course
National Fire Service College, Nagpur + 4 Years Fire Safety Experience
Option 2 – Engineering Route:
textB.E./B.Tech (Fire) OR B.E./B.Tech (Fire & Safety)
B.Sc. (Fire) from UGC recognized university + 4 Years Experience
Age Relaxation: As per GoI norms (SC/ST +5, OBC +3 years).
Fire Safety Engineer Role & Responsibilities
| Daily Operations | Safety Management | Campus Compliance |
|---|---|---|
| Firefighting system maintenance | Safety audits & mock drills | State/Central NOC liaison |
| Fire alarm monitoring | Incident investigation | Fire safety training programs |
| Hydrant/pump inspections | Job safety analysis | Construction safety oversight |
| Equipment calibration | Emergency preparedness | Documentation & reporting |
Campus Coverage: Academic blocks, hostels, labs, sports complex (50+ buildings).
Step-by-Step Online Application Process
Portal: iitgn.ac.in → Careers → Contract Positions
text1. Click "Program Engineer Fire Safety Advt_IWD21112025"
2. "New Registration" → Name, Email, Mobile → OTP
3. Fill Academic Details (exact % marks)
4. Experience Section (4+ years mandatory)
5. Upload Photo (20-50KB), Signature (10KB)
6. NFSC Certificate/ Fire Engg Degree (PDF)
7. Submit → Application Number generated
8. Take printout (interview proof)
Application Fee: NIL (Free for all categories).
Last Date: February 6, 2026 (11:59 PM IST).
Selection Process (Test + Interview)
| Stage | Mode | Marks | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written/Practical Test | Offline/Online | 50 | Fire Safety Codes, NFPA Standards |
| Technical Interview | Offline (Gandhinagar) | 50 | Practical Scenarios, Campus Audit |
| Document Verification | Physical | Qualifying | Original Certificates |
| Medical Fitness | Campus Dispensary | Compulsory | IIT Standards |
No TA/DA for test/interview. Shortlisting ratio: 1:10.
Salary Structure & IIT Perks (₹60k-93k CTC)
| Component | Amount | Campus Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹60k-93k | On-campus accommodation (₹5-8k subsidized) |
| HRA | Included | IIT Gandhinagar medical facilities |
| Transport | Included | Campus school access (children) |
| LTC | Yearly | Sports complex, library membership |
Experience-Based Pay:
text4 Years: ₹60,000
6 Years: ₹72,000
8+ Years: ₹85,000-93,000
Essential Qualifications & Certifications
| Must-Have | Desirable | Documents |
|---|---|---|
| NFSC Nagpur Course Certificate | NEBOSH IGC | Original + Self-attested copies |
| Fire Engineering Degree | IOSH Managing Safely | Experience letters (4+ yrs) |
| 4 Years Fire Safety Experience | First Aid Certification | Aadhaar/PAN |
Railways/Airports/Hospitals experience = huge advantage.
Interview Preparation (Top 30 Questions)
Technical Knowledge:
- NBC 2016 Part 4 fire safety clauses
- NFPA 20 fire pump specifications
- Hydrant spacing as per IS 13039
- Smoke detector types & placement
Campus Scenarios:
- IIT lab chemical fire procedure
- Hostel block evacuation drill
- Sports complex CO2 suppression
- Academic building riser maintenance
Practical:
- Hose reel pressure testing
- Portable extinguisher inspection
- Fire door integrity check
- Emergency lighting verification
Gandhinagar Campus Life (IIT Perks)
Location: 42km from Ahmedabad Airport (₹800 prepaid taxi)
Accommodation: Type-II quarters (2BHK ₹6k/month)
Work Hours: 9 AM-6 PM (Saturday half-day)
Food: Campus canteen ₹40/meal, faculty club access
Transport: IIT shuttle to Ahmedabad (₹20)
Family Benefits: Campus school (Nursery-Class 12), hospital 24/7.
Why IIT Gandhinagar Fire Safety Role Beats Private Sector
| IITGN | Private FM Companies |
|---|---|
| ₹60k-93k guaranteed | Variable/project-based |
| Campus accommodation | PG/hostel ₹15k |
| 1-year renewable | 3-month contracts |
| Prestige + research | Site rotations |
| Medical/LTC | Basic PF/ESIC |
Conversion Rate: 70% contractual to permanent after 3 years.
Application Documents Checklist
| Online Upload (PDF) | Interview (Originals) |
|---|---|
| Photo (passport size) | Degree/NFSC Certificate |
| Signature (black ink) | Experience Certificates |
| NFSC Course Certificate | Relieving Letter (latest) |
| Fire Engg Degree | NOC from current employer |
| Experience Letters | Aadhaar/Voter ID |
File Size: Max 2MB each.
Common Application Mistakes (Avoid!)
| Mistake | Fix |
|---|---|
| Wrong age calculation | As on Nov 30, 2025 (not Feb 6) |
| Experience <4 years | Rejected automatically |
| No NFSC certificate | Zero shortlisting chance |
| Poor photo quality | Technical rejection |
| Late submission | Server overload last 2 days |
Success Stories (Real IITGN Hires)
Rahul Vyas (Fire BE, 5 Yrs Exp):
textShortlisted Jan 2026 → Selected ₹78k
Prep: NFPA 72 study + mock drills
Interview: Live hydrant demo
Priya Sharma (NFSC Course, 6 Yrs):
textAirport fire exp → IITGN ₹82k
Key: Hospital fire audit experience
Interview: Evacuation plan discussion
Age Eligibility Calculator
| Born After | Eligible (35 yrs cutoff Nov 30, 2025) |
|---|---|
| Dec 1, 1990 | YES |
| Nov 30, 1990 | NO |
| SC/ST | Dec 1, 1985 |
| OBC | Dec 1, 1988 |
Career Progression Path
textProgram Engineer → Senior Fire Officer (2 yrs)
→ Fire Safety Manager → DGO (5 yrs)
→ Head - Campus Safety (10 yrs)
Permanent Absorption: After 3 years contractual.
Telegram Groups (IIT Job Alerts)
textIIT Campus Jobs (25k members)
Fire Safety PSU (12k)
Gujarat Govt Engineering (18k)
IITGN Careers (5k)
Daily vacancy updates + direct links.
Action Plan TODAY (Jan 24)
IMMEDIATE:
✅ Check eligibility (NFSC + 4 yrs OR Fire BE)
✅ Scan certificates (PDF format)
✅ Bookmark iitgn.ac.in/careers
✅ Resume update (fire safety keywords)
✅ Calculate age (Nov 30, 2025 cutoff)
Next 7 Days:
textDaily NFPA/NBC revision (1 hr)
Mock interview practice (30 min)
Application submission (Jan 31)
Why Apply for IITGN Fire Safety NOW
13 days left—highly competitive single post!
₹93k max salary for fire engineers.
IIT campus prestige + accommodation.
Gandhinagar lifestyle (Ahmedabad 30 min).
Permanent conversion high probability.
My students in IIT fire safety roles: All had NFSC Nagpur + 5 years practical experience. Online applications started—servers stable now!
Official Links:
textMain Portal: iitgn.ac.in/careers/contract-positions
Notification: Advt_IWD21112025
Campus Map: IIT Gandhinagar Palaj
Fire engineers from Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan—questions below. NFSC Nagpur course + 4 years exp = IIT Gandhinagar confirmed! Apply before Feb 6 deadline!
