Overview
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Project Associate I (1 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 02 September 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/BVSc/B.Pharm or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized university or equivalent.
- Vacancies
- 1
- Advertisement No
- ICSR/PR/Advt.162/2026
- Last date to apply
- 02 September 2026
Important Dates
| Last Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Last date for submission of online application | 02 September 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Project Associate I | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Post Name: Total Posts Project Associate I: 1 Total: 1
Eligibility
• Project Associate I: Four years bachelor's degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/BVSc/B.Pharm or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized university or equivalent. • Experience: Preferred: Bachelor's degree in physics / Electronics / Opto-Electronics (minimum of 7 CGPA is required). Experience in photonics, optical communication systems, or experimental optics within a research and development environment and hands-on experience with optical instrumentation including Mode-Locked Lasers (MLL), Optical Spectrum Analyser (OSA), oscilloscopes, Electronic Spectrum Analyser (ESA) and fiber-optic systems. Proficiency in MATLAB for simulation, signal processing, and data analysis. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.
Age Limit
Please refer to the official notification for age limit details.
Salary
• Rs. 37,000/- + 30% HRA to those selected through CSIR-UGC NET, including Lectureship or GATE, or a selection process through national level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies/Institutions. • Rs. 30,000/- + 30%HRA for those who do not fall under the above category.
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Selection Process
• Screening and testing for short listing and selection
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the IIT Madras Project Associate I Recruitment 2026. • Applications must be submitted online on or before 02-09-2026. • To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section. • Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of IIT Madras to complete the application. • Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details. • Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format. • Pay the application fee online, if applicable. • Review all details carefully before submitting the form. • Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Madras Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Last Date: 02 September 2026; Last date for submission of online application: 02 September 2026
What is the application fee?
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
What is the age limit?
Please refer to the official notification for age limit details.
What is the selection process?
• Screening and testing for short listing and selection