Overview
IIT Madras has announced recruitment for one Project Associate (Junior Research Fellow) post, offering a monthly salary of Rs. 37,000. Eligible candidates with relevant bachelor’s or master’s degrees in engineering or related sciences can apply online between 12 January and 2 February 2026. The selection will involve shortlisting for tests or interviews based on application details.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
- Qualification
- 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.
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 12 January 2026
- Last date to apply
- 02 February 2026
Important Dates
| advertisement_date | 12 January 2026 |
| start_date | 12 January 2026 |
| last_date_for_submission | 02 February 2026 |
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Selection Process
Candidates will be short‑listed for a test/interview based on 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.
How to Apply
Visit the IIT Madras staff recruitment portal at https://icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php., Locate the advertisement number Advt.6/2026 for the Project Associate (Junior Research Fellow) post., Register with your email address and fill out the online application form., Submit the application; the system will accept only one application per advertisement., Print the application form after successful submission for verification purposes., If you are already working on a project at IIT Madras, prepare a No‑Objection Certificate for submission., For any issues, contact the recruitment team via email or phone as listed in the notification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Madras Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
advertisement date: 12 January 2026; start date: 12 January 2026; last date for submission: 02 February 2026
What is the selection process?
Candidates will be short‑listed for a test/interview based on 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.