Overview
IIT Madras has announced a single Post-Doctoral Researcher position in Chemical Engineering, offering a monthly salary of ₹70,000–₹1,00,000. The role is contract‑based, based in Chennai, and requires a PhD in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with CFD experience. Applications open from 19 January 2026 and close on 2 February 2026, with selection via shortlisting, interview, and document verification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute Of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
- Qualification
- PhD in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. Desirable: Hands‑on experience in CFD simulations. Proficiency in ANSYS Fluent or COMSOL.
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 19 January 2026
- Last date to apply
- 02 February 2026
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 19 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 19 January 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 02 February 2026 |
| Test/Interview Date | To be Announced |
| Result/Shortlist Date | To be Announced |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Chennai, Tamil Nadu: 1
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on online application details, qualifications, and experience. Test/Interview (mode decided by the Institute – may include technical discussion on CFD/ML). Document Verification. Final selection (only shortlisted candidates contacted).
How to Apply
Visit the official portal: https://icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php, Check Advertisement No. Advt.10/2026 (Post-Doctoral Researcher)., Register/login using an active email ID., Fill the online application form carefully (select the relevant position before final submit)., Upload required documents (PhD certificate, CV, experience proofs)., Submit the form (application cannot be edited after submission)., Take a printout of the submitted form (required for document verification/test/interview if shortlisted)., No hard copy to be sent unless called.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Madras Post Doctoral Researcher Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Notification Release Date: 19 January 2026; Online Application Start Date: 19 January 2026; Online Application Last Date: 02 February 2026; Test/Interview Date: To be Announced; Result/Shortlist Date: To be Announced
What is the age limit?
No specific upper age limit mentioned. (Relaxations may apply as per Institute norms for exceptional candidates or reserved categories).
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on online application details, qualifications, and experience. Test/Interview (mode decided by the Institute – may include technical discussion on CFD/ML). Document Verification. Final selection (only shortlisted candidates contacted).