Overview
IIT Madras has announced a single Research Assistant position for a 6‑month contract (extendable) in the Department of Management Studies. The role requires a postgraduate degree in social sciences or allied fields with NET/M.Phil/PhD qualification, a minimum of 55% marks, and experience with EEG/fNIRS data collection and analysis. The monthly salary is Rs. 37,000. Applications must be submitted online by 20‑02‑2026, with the selection process involving screening, shortlisting, test/interview, document verification, and final selection.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Qualification
- Postgraduate degree (Master's) in any social sciences or allied disciplines (e.g., Psychology, Neuropsychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Behavioural Sciences, Biomedical Engineering) with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA and NET/M.Phil/PhD qualification.
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 06-02-2026
- Last date to apply
- 20-02-2026
Important Dates
| advertisement_release_date | 06-02-2026 |
| start_date_for_apply | 06-02-2026 |
| last_date_for_apply | 20-02-2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
IIT Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu: 1
Selection Process
1. Online Application – Submit application through official portal. 2. Screening – Applications screened based on qualifications and experience. 3. Shortlisting – Candidates restricted to a reasonable limit based on qualifications. 4. Test/Interview – Shortlisted candidates called for test and/or interview. 5. Document Verification – Selected candidates submit original documents for verification. 6. Final Selection – Based on overall performance in test/interview and document verification.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the official portal: https://icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php., Search for Advertisement No.: ICSR/PR/Advt.16/2026., Register with a correct and active email address., Fill the online application form completely., Submit the application before the deadline (20-02-2026)., Print the application form after successful submission (required during test/interview)., Do not send a hard copy of the application to the Institute.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Madras Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
advertisement release date: 06-02-2026; start date for apply: 06-02-2026; last date for apply: 20-02-2026
What is the selection process?
1. Online Application – Submit application through official portal. 2. Screening – Applications screened based on qualifications and experience. 3. Shortlisting – Candidates restricted to a reasonable limit based on qualifications. 4. Test/Interview – Shortlisted candidates called for test and/or interview. 5. Document Verification – Selected candidates submit original documents for verification. 6. Final Selection – Based on overall performance in test/interview and document verification.