IIT Goa Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline
The Indian Institute of Technology Goa (IIT Goa) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 01 Project Associate I. Candidates with B.Tech/B.E Can Apply Offline. The Offline application opens on 01-01-2026, and closes on 14-01-2026. The candidate shall apply Offline through IIT Goa website, iitgoa.ac.in.
Indian Institute of Technology Goa (IIT Goa) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate I Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Goa website. The last date to submit the application form is 14-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Goa Project Associate I Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
Essential Qualification: B.Tech degree in Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, or Mathematics and Computing with two years of research experience.
Desirable Skills:
Extensive coding skills in Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow and MATLAB.
Proficiency with machine learning and deep learning algorithms.
Experience in image processing and computer vision.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience in research publications is an added advantage.
Salary/Stipend
Rs. 31,000/- per month to scholars who are selected through GATE.
Rs. 25,000/- per month for candidates who do not fall under the GATE scholar category.
HRA: As per institute norms.
DA: Not applicable.
Medical Benefits and Leave entitlements: As per institute norms.
Important Dates
Event
Date / Time
Notification Date
01/01/2026
Last date for advance submission of biodata by email
14/01/2026
Date & Time of Walk-in Interview
16/01/2026 (Friday) at 10:00 AM
Walk-in Interview Venue
Central Library, IIT Goa, Indian Institute of Technology Goa, at the Goa College of Engineering Campus, Farmagudi, Ponda – 403401, Goa
Selection Process
Selection is through a walk-in interview to be held on 16 January 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Central Library, IIT Goa.
Eligible candidates may submit their biodata in advance to the Chief Investigator by email on or before 14 January 2026.
No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing for the interview.
No separate interview call letter will be sent; candidates must attend as per the advertisement details.
General Information/Instructions
The project is titled “Marine Species Identification and Recognition Using AI” at the School of Mathematics and Computer Science, IIT Goa, sponsored by the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
The selected Project Associate-I will be required to travel to CMLRE, Kochi and NIOT, Chennai and may be required to participate in a scientific cruise expedition, if necessary.
The appointment is purely temporary and will terminate automatically without notice upon termination of the project.
The appointee will have no claim for appointment or absorption in any funding agency or in IIT Goa.
The prescribed qualifications must have been obtained from recognized universities/institutions.
Selected candidates will be required to join within a reasonable timeframe upon receipt of the offer.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates may submit their biodata in advance to the Chief Investigator, Dr. Shitala Prasad (School of Mathematics and Computer Science), via email at [email protected] on or before 14 January 2026.
Candidates must report for the walk-in interview on 16 January 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Central Library, IIT Goa.
At the time of interview, candidates must bring original and attested copies of all relevant documents (educational qualifications, experience certificates, etc.).
For any questions, applicants may write to [email protected] with the subject line mentioning the Institute project number “2024/EMR/SP/072”.
Informal inquiries may also be made by email to the Chief Investigator, Dr. Shitala Prasad, at [email protected].
Q1. What is the project title for which IIT Goa is recruiting Project Associate-I?
The Project Associate-I position is for the project titled “Marine Species Identification and Recognition Using AI” at the School of Mathematics and Computer Science, IIT Goa, sponsored by the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
Q2. What qualifications are required for the IIT Goa Project Associate-I post?
Applicants must hold a B.Tech degree in Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, or Mathematics and Computing, along with two years of research experience.
Q3. What is the monthly salary for IIT Goa Project Associate-I?
The salary is Rs. 31,000 per month for scholars selected through GATE and Rs. 25,000 per month for other candidates, with HRA provided as per institute norms.
Q4. When and where will the IIT Goa Project Associate-I walk-in interview be conducted?
The walk-in interview is scheduled on 16 January 2026 (Friday) at 10:00 AM at the Central Library, IIT Goa, located at the Goa College of Engineering Campus, Farmagudi, Ponda – 403401, Goa.
