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IIT Bhilai Visiting Artist Recruitment 2026: Apply Online

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Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai (IIT Bhilai) has released an employment advertisement inviting applications from artists working in performing arts and handicrafts of Chhattisgarh for the position of Visiting Artist under the “Artist in Residency” project. This initiative is hosted at the Centre for Studies on Culture Language and Traditions (CCLT), IIT Bhilai, and is funded by the National Thermal Power Company Ltd (NTPC).

Job Summary

  • Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai (IIT Bhilai)
  • Post Name: Visiting Artist
  • Number of Positions: 1
  • Research Area / Discipline: Performing Arts and Handicrafts of Chhattisgarh
  • Location: Durg, Chhattisgarh
  • Remuneration: Rs. 30,000 per month (consolidated)
  • Tenure: 3 months
  • Last Date to Apply: 31 October 2026

Designation

Visiting Artist (1 Post)

Research Area

The position is available under the project titled “Artist in Residency” at the Centre for Studies on Culture Language and Traditions (CCLT), Department of Liberal Arts, IIT Bhilai. The project focuses on traditional performing arts and handicrafts of Chhattisgarh and is funded by NTPC. The Principal Investigator for the project is Dr. Sruthi Vinayan, Assistant Professor.

Location

Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai, District Durg, Chhattisgarh – 491002, India.

Eligibility & Qualification

  • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 12th from a recognized Central or State Board of Education and must be active artists working in the performing arts or handicrafts of Chhattisgarh.
  • Desirable: Recipient of state or national awards/honours.
  • Age Limit: 21 to 65 years.

Job Description

The selected Visiting Artist will contribute to the Artist in Residency program at CCLT, IIT Bhilai. Key duties and terms include:

  • Engaging in residency activities related to the performing arts and handicrafts of Chhattisgarh.
  • The position is purely temporary for a duration of 3 months.
  • The selected candidate will be required to join immediately upon receiving the offer letter.
  • The appointment will be governed by the institute’s and funding agency’s rules and regulations.

How to Apply

Interested artists are required to submit their applications online through the official Google Form provided in the advertisement. Applications submitted after the due date or found incomplete will be disqualified.

  • No TA/DA will be provided to candidates called for the interview.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview process.

Last Date for Apply

The completed application must be submitted via the online form on or before 31 October 2026.

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