Overview
Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), Indian Institute of Technology Madras has released a recruitment notification for the post of Principal Project Officer (01 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Qualification
- You need one of these: • A Master's degree in engineering with 10 years of experience • A Master's degree in science with 15 years of experience • A Ph.D. with 3 years of experience Only relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree is counted.
- Vacancies
- 01
- Advertisement No
- ICSR/PR/Advt. 225/2026
- Posted
- 29 October 2026 (date of the advertisement)
- Last date to apply
- 12 November 2026
Important Dates
| Start date | 29 October 2026 (date of the advertisement) |
| Last date | 12 November 2026 |
| Advertisement date | 29 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 12 November 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal Project Officer | 01 |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Post: Vacancies | Pay Principal Project Officer: 01 | Rs.1,20,000/- to Rs.1,50,000/- The post is temporary and is based at IIT Madras, Chennai. FREEJOBALERT DAILY QUIZ Preparing for Govt Exams? Test Yourself! 25 Questions · 20 Minutes · Instant Score Take Today's Free Quiz →
Eligibility
You need one of these: • A Master's degree in engineering with 10 years of experience • A Master's degree in science with 15 years of experience • A Ph.D. with 3 years of experience Only relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree is counted.
Selection Process
• Candidates are shortlisted for a test and/or interview based on the information in their online applications. • The institute may limit the number of candidates called for a written test, skill test or interview to a reasonable number. It decides this on qualifications, on experience that is higher in level and more relevant than the minimum, and on other academic achievements. • The institute decides how applicants are screened and tested for shortlisting and selection. • Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. All contact is by e-mail. • Applicants already working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through proper channel. Otherwise they must produce a No-Objection Certificate at the document verification, test or interview. Without it, they will not be allowed to appear.
How to Apply
• Open the application questionnaire (Google Form) and fill it in. Provide your updated CV, your relevant qualifications and experience, and when you can join. • Register and apply online on the IC&SR current openings page. Find advertisement number Advt.225/2026 and submit the application for this position. Only applications submitted through the official IC&SR portal will be considered. • Give a correct, active e-mail address, because the institute sends all correspondence by e-mail only. • Check every entry before you submit. Once submitted, the application cannot be edited or reverted. Do not apply twice for the same post: multiple applications from one candidate are liable to be rejected. • Print the submitted application form. Do not post a hard copy to the institute.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Madras Principal Project Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
Start date: 29 October 2026 (date of the advertisement); Last date: 12 November 2026; Advertisement date: 29 October 2026; Last date for online application: 12 November 2026
What is the selection process?
• Candidates are shortlisted for a test and/or interview based on the information in their online applications. • The institute may limit the number of candidates called for a written test, skill test or interview to a reasonable number. It decides this on qualifications, on experience that is higher in level and more relevant than the minimum, and on other academic achievements. • The institute decides how applicants are screened and tested for shortlisting and selection. • Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. All contact is by e-mail. • Applicants already working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through proper channel. Otherwise they must produce a No-Objection Certificate at the document verification, test or interview. Without it, they will not be allowed to appear.