IIT Madras Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)  has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IIT Madras website. The last date to submit the application form is Available Soon. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Madras Project Associate Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

IIT Madras Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

• 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Energy Science, or related fields.
• Master’s degree (Non-Engineering) in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or related disciplines.
• Relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree will be taken into consideration where applicable.
• Minimum requirements of qualifications and/or experience can be relaxed in respect of exceptionally outstanding candidates at the discretion of the Institute.
• Candidates must be citizens of India; persons who have migrated from Pakistan with the intention of permanently settling in India or subjects of Nepal are also eligible, subject to a Government of India certificate of eligibility.

Salary / Stipend

• Rs. 37,000 per month for the post of Project Associate (Junior Research Fellow).

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Candidates will be short-listed for test/interview on the basis of the information provided in their online applications.
• The Institute reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates for written/skill test/interview to a reasonable limit based on qualifications, level and relevance of experience, and other academic achievements.
• Calling a candidate for test/interview does not guarantee selection or acceptance of any conditions specified in the application.
• The Institute reserves the right to decide the mode of screening and testing the applicants for shortlisting and selection.

General Information / Instructions

• All the positions are on purely contract basis and completion of the contract period will not confer any right for further extension, regularization, or permanency at the Institute.
• The prescribed qualifications are minimum requirements and do not automatically entitle candidates to be called for interview.
• The Institute reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reason and to decide not to fill the advertised position.
• Candidates must ensure that all information provided in the online application is true; if any information or claim is found false at any stage, candidature will be liable to be rejected and services terminated if appointed.
• The Institute shall verify antecedents or documents at any time during the tenure of service; fake documents or suppressed information will lead to termination.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and no correspondence will be entertained regarding conduct or result of test/interview.
• The crucial date for determining eligibility criteria in all respects shall be the prescribed closing date for submission of online application.
• The Institute strives to have a workforce reflecting gender balance and women candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Any corrigendum or clarifications will be uploaded on the website only and no separate communication will be sent.

How to Apply

• Candidates should apply online only through https://icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php.
• Applicants must check the advertisement number Advt.6/2026 displayed and submit the application for the relevant position.
• Eligible applicants are required to register and submit the application online only; hard copy of the application is not to be sent to the Institute.
• Separate application must be filled for each post; the system will accept a single application only with the registered login ID (email) for an advertisement, so candidates should select multiple positions before submission if required.
• The application cannot be edited or reverted once submitted.
• Candidates should not attempt to apply twice for the same post; multiple applications for the same post will lead to rejection.
• After successful online submission, a printout of the application form must be obtained and produced when called for test/document verification/interview.
• Candidates already working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through proper channel or produce a No-Objection Certificate at the time of document verification/test/interview.
• If there is any issue in submitting the application, candidates may email [email protected] or [email protected] or contact 044-2257 8843 on working days from 9.00 AM to 5.30 PM (Monday to Friday except National Holidays).

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