Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM Ahmedabad) Recruitment 2026: Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad has released the official notification for Academic Associates posts, inviting applications from eligible candidates in Gujarat. This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking stable and well-paid education jobs.
The last date to apply online is 23-03-2026, and candidates are strongly advised to complete their applications before the deadline. Below, you can find complete details of Academic Associates Recruitment 2026, including vacancy breakdown, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, application procedure, and important links.
IIM Ahmedabad Academic Associates Recruitment 2026 - Overview
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| Company Name | Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM Ahmedabad) |
| Post Name | Academic Associates |
| Salary | Rs. 35,000/- to Rs. 40,000/- per month + Rs. 8,000/- housing support |
| Qualification | Master's Degree in relevant fields for specific areas/centres. Ph.D. or M.Phil. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years |
| Last Date | 23 March 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Contract |
IIM Ahmedabad Academic Associates Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the IIM Ahmedabad Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download IIM Ahmedabad Academic Associates Job 2026 Notification PDF
Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Associate - Centre for Management in Agriculture: Master's Degree in Economics or Public Policy with interest or exposure to specializations in Agriculture, Development, Applied Econometrics or Data Sciences. Relevant work experience valued. Ability to work independently and willingness to travel.
- Academic Associate - Communication: Ph.D., M.Phil., or first-class MA in Communication or related disciplines such as English/Linguistics/Communication/ Public Relations/Sociology/Anthropology/Political Science. Experience in teaching/research/industry preferred. Excellent command over spoken and written English. Work experience related to research/teaching in communication; experience in areas related to corporate communication, public relations, and media is desirable.
- Academic Associate - Economics: First Class Post Graduate Degree in Economics or related Fields. Postgraduates in Economics, Econometrics, Business Economics or B.Tech./ BE/ M.Phil. (Economics). Interest in Economics. Excellent skills in use of Worksheets and preferably databases, and good communication skills. UGC-NET or UGC-JRF desirable. Some experience may be desirable. Outstanding academic achievement but without formal economics training and experience are also encouraged.
- Academic Associate - Finance & Accounting: CA/CMA or MBA /Master's /Postgraduate/ M.Phil./ Ph.D. degree in Accounting/ Business/ Commerce/ Economics/ Finance/ Mathematics/ Statistics. Freshers and experienced candidates are welcome.
- Academic Associate - Human Resources Management: Post Graduates/Masters in Management with Specialization in Human Resource Management OR First class Post Graduates / Graduate in related disciplines like Psychology, Sociology, Social Work with basic HRM knowledge. At least two years of relevant work experience is expected. Outstanding academic achievement without experience can also apply. Knowledge of data analytics would be an added advantage.
- Academic Associate - Information Systems: First class MCA or M.Tech. or B.Tech. / BE in CSE, IT or ECE or MBA (Systems).
- Academic Associate - Marketing: First class Master's or two years full-time Postgraduate Diploma in Management/Marketing/any closely related subjects from institutions recognized by AICTE/AIU with three years' experience either in Industry or Academics. M.Phil. with two years' experience. Ph.D. in Marketing/Management/closely related disciplines. MBA/PGDM/M.Phil. applicants with outstanding academic achievements but without experience can also apply.
- Academic Associate - Operations and Decision Sciences: First class post graduate degree (2 years) in any discipline with minimum experience of 2 (two) years in the Operations and Decision Sciences Methods Area. First class ME/M.Tech. in Engineering or Computer Science/First class M.Sc. with Mathematics, Statistics or Physical Science/M.Phil./Ph.D. (with or without experience). UGC-NET / UGC-JRF / GATE desirable. BE/B.Tech. degree holders with outstanding academic achievements may also apply.
- Academic Associate - Organizational Behaviour: First Class Master's Degree in Psychology, Sociology or Management with specialization in Organizational Behaviour, HR, Industrial Psychology or any other field relevant to Organizational Behaviour; or M.Phil. or Ph.D. in any of these disciplines. Relevant work experience and JRF/NET qualifications will carry additional weightage. Outstanding academic records, with or without work experience, including those completing the final year of their Master's degree, are welcome to apply.
- Academic Associate - Public Systems Group: First class Masters degree (or equivalent Postgraduate degree) in any discipline, or first class Bachelor's level qualification in Engineering/Architecture/Medicine (i.e., 4-year or more degree program) with a minimum of one year experience either in academia or industry. Ph.D. in any discipline with or without experience will also be considered.
- Academic Associate - Strategy: First-Class Postgraduate in Management/Commerce, Graduate or Postgraduate in Law or equivalent qualification with three years' experience either in academics or industry/M.Phil with two years' experience or Ph.D. with or without experience.
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 35 years
- Age relaxation will be as per government norms.
Salary / Stipend
- Consolidated salary Rs. 35,000/- to Rs. 40,000/- per month plus Rs. 8,000/- housing support.
- Annual Development Allowance provided.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 March 2026 |
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications
- Written test, skill test, and/or interview
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online on or before 23-03-2026.
- To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of IIM Ahmedabad 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.
IIM Ahmedabad Academic Associates Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Apply Link | Click here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
