Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has released the official Project Associate-I Notification 2026 on 08 July 2026 at https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in. A total of 01 vacancy has been announced under the IIT Madras Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates as per institute norms (age limit not specified in the notification) with a qualification of 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences, M.Sc./M.Ag., B.E./B.Tech., MBBS (or equivalent) can apply online from 08 July 2026 to 28 July 2026. The official notification PDF and online application link are available below.
IIT Madras Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Notification
Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras has invited applications for Project Associate-I under the ANRF PM ECRG Grant (ANRF/ECRG/2025/000263/ENS). The project involves theoretical and experimental study of droplet impact of complex fluids on thin film substrates.
Download IIT Madras Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
IIT Madras Recruitment 2026 Overview
IIT Madras is recruiting 01 Project Associate-I in the Department of Mechanical Engineering on a contractual basis.
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | ICSR/PR/Advt.129/2026 dated 08/07/2026 |
| Post Name | Project Associate-I |
| Department | Mechanical Engineering |
| Total Vacancies | 01 (One) |
| Project Coordinator | Prof. Samya Sen |
| Funding Agency | ANRF PM ECRG Grant |
| Duration | Initially 1 year, extendable based on performance |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Selection Mode | Shortlisting + Test/Interview |
| Last Date to Apply | 28.07.2026 |
| Official Portal | https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in |
| Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
IIT Madras Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 08/07/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 28/07/2026 |
| Test/Interview Date | To be notified |
IIT Madras Vacancy Details 2026
| S. No | Post | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Associate-I | 01 | ₹37,000/- + HRA (with NET/GATE) or ₹33,000/- + HRA |
IIT Madras Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences OR Master’s degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine from a recognized university |
| Preference | Candidates with CSIR-UGC NET / GATE / National Level Exam qualification |
| Experience | Relevant experience will be considered |
| Nationality | Indian Citizens (with provisions for certain categories) |
Job Description
- Theoretical and experimental study of droplet impact of complex fluids on thin film substrates.
- Advanced experimental studies on dynamics of complex fluid droplets and development of fluid mechanical & rheological theory.
- Publish in reputed Q1 journals and present in national/international conferences.
- Opportunity for upgradation to Project Associate-II after 2 years and conversion to full-time Ph.D. after 3 years.
How to Apply for IIT Madras Project Associate 2026
Candidates must apply online only through the IC&SR portal: https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php
- Check Advertisement No. 129/2026
- Fill the application carefully. Separate applications required for multiple posts.
- Keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference (to be produced at document verification).
Important Instructions
- All positions are purely contractual. No claim for permanent absorption.
- Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- For technical issues: [email protected] or 044-2257 8843.
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