Overview
Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune – Ministry of Earth Sciences, Govt. of India has released a recruitment notification for the post of Senior Project Associate, Project Associate II, Project Associate I, Technical Assistant, Project Assistant, Field/ Laboratory Assistant (31 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune – Ministry of Earth Sciences, Govt. of India
- Qualification
- The six posts add up to 31 vacancies. Under the notice, the number of vacancies may vary depending on the requirements of the project. Post: Vacancies (Category-wise) | Pay per Month | Age Limit (Years) Senior Project Associate: 02 (EWS-1, UR-1) | ₹42,000 + HRA | 40 Project Associate II: 04 (ST-1, OBC-1, UR-2) | ₹35,000/- + HRA# or ₹28,000/- + HRA | 35 Project Associate I: 13 (ST-2, SC-3, OBC-1, EWS-1, UR-6) | ₹31,000/- + HRA# or ₹25,000/- + HRA | 35 Technical Assistant: 03 (ST-1, UR-2) | ₹20,000 + HRA | 50 Project Assistant: 03 (SC-1, UR-2) | ₹20,000 + HRA | 50 Field/ Laboratory Assistant: 06 (ST-1, OBC-1, UR-4) | ₹20,000 + HRA | 50 Total: 31 Pay: The higher pay for Project Associate II (₹35,000/-) and Project Associate I (₹31,000/-) is for candidates who have NET/ CSIR-UGG / GATE or have passed a national level examination conducted by Central Govt. Dept. and their agencies and Institutions. Other candidates get ₹28,000/- and ₹25,000/-. HRA is paid on top of the pay for every post. The notice does not give the HRA rate. Age: The date of the interview is the cut-off date for all purposes, including age, qualification and experience. The upper age limit is relaxed as per GOI orders for SC/ST, OBC and physically handicapped candidates, and as per rule for ex-servicemen. Nationality: Only Indian nationals are eligible for these posts. Desirable qualifications and experience can be relaxed at the discretion of the Director in the case of exceptionally good candidates.
- Vacancies
- 31
- Advertisement No
- PER/07/2026
Important Dates
| Walk-in Date | 22, 23, 26, 27, 28 and 29 October 2026 (one day for each post) |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Total | 31 |
Important Links
Eligibility
The six posts add up to 31 vacancies. Under the notice, the number of vacancies may vary depending on the requirements of the project. Post: Vacancies (Category-wise) | Pay per Month | Age Limit (Years) Senior Project Associate: 02 (EWS-1, UR-1) | ₹42,000 + HRA | 40 Project Associate II: 04 (ST-1, OBC-1, UR-2) | ₹35,000/- + HRA# or ₹28,000/- + HRA | 35 Project Associate I: 13 (ST-2, SC-3, OBC-1, EWS-1, UR-6) | ₹31,000/- + HRA# or ₹25,000/- + HRA | 35 Technical Assistant: 03 (ST-1, UR-2) | ₹20,000 + HRA | 50 Project Assistant: 03 (SC-1, UR-2) | ₹20,000 + HRA | 50 Field/ Laboratory Assistant: 06 (ST-1, OBC-1, UR-4) | ₹20,000 + HRA | 50 Total: 31 Pay: The higher pay for Project Associate II (₹35,000/-) and Project Associate I (₹31,000/-) is for candidates who have NET/ CSIR-UGG / GATE or have passed a national level examination conducted by Central Govt. Dept. and their agencies and Institutions. Other candidates get ₹28,000/- and ₹25,000/-. HRA is paid on top of the pay for every post. The notice does not give the HRA rate. Age: The date of the interview is the cut-off date for all purposes, including age, qualification and experience. The upper age limit is relaxed as per GOI orders for SC/ST, OBC and physically handicapped candidates, and as per rule for ex-servicemen. Nationality: Only Indian nationals are eligible for these posts. Desirable qualifications and experience can be relaxed at the discretion of the Director in the case of exceptionally good candidates.
Important Instructions
• The appointment is purely temporary and on a short-term contract basis, initially for a period up to 31.03.2027 or co-terminus with the project period, whichever is earlier. • For the COPE, Alwar and RSPCB posts (COPE2026-001, COPE2026-002, Alwar2026-001, RSPCB2026-001), the initial tenure is one year or co-terminus with the project period, whichever is earlier. • Extension of tenure is subject to satisfactory performance. • The selected candidate may have to join the post immediately on being found fit by the Medical Authority. • The Competent Authority may end the appointment by giving one month's notice to the appointee, without assigning any reason. • The place of posting can be anywhere in India, and the job is transferable. • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview. For SC/ST candidates, admissible TA/DA shall be considered as per Government of India orders. • The Director, IITM reserves the right to fill or not fill the posts advertised, and to cancel the recruitment process at any stage, without assigning any reasons. • Contact given in the notice: Director, Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pashan, Pune – 411008, Phone – 020-25904200.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IITM Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 31 Technical Assistant, Project Associate and More Posts?
Walk-in Date: 22, 23, 26, 27, 28 and 29 October 2026 (one day for each post)
What is the age limit?
Varies by post (35 to 50 years)