IITM Pune Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM Pune) Recruitment 2026 for 08 posts of Project Associate, Senior Project Associate And More. Candidates with B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech Can attend the walkin. The Walk-in starts from 29-01-2026, and ends on 30-01-2026. For detailed information please visit IITM Pune official website, https://www.tropmet.res.in.
IITM Senior Project Associate, Project Associate I and Associate Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Project Associate-I (URBMET2024-004): Master’s degree in science (Physics, Chemistry, Atmospheric Physics /Environmental sciences/Atmospheric Sciences/Meteorology) from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Desirable: Experience with atmospheric data analysis, Numerical Models, Programming skills with Fortran/ Python / C or C++. Experience with simulations of atmospheric flows using mesoscale models.
- Project Associate-I (MAQWS2025-001): Master’s degree in science with Atmospheric Science / Physics / Meteorology / Atmospheric Physics / Environmental Sciences from a recognized university or equivalent.
- Desirable: Experience of handling atmospheric chemistry instruments.
- Project Associate-I (ACRM-001): Master’s Degree in Physics/ Mathematics/ Meteorology/ Oceanography/ Atmospheric Sciences/ Statistics from a recognized University or equivalent. OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or Equivalent.
- Desirable: Good command in English and working knowledge of Hindi.
- Project Associate-I (NMM2024-001): Master’s Degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Atmospheric Sciences, Meteorology, Oceanography, Climate Science, Geophysics with Meteorology as one of the subject/ Environmental Sciences from a recognized University or equivalent. OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Desirable: Knowledge in Fortran, software such as GrADS, NCL, etc and background knowledge in monsoon and its variability.
- Project Associate-I (ART_Bhopal2021-009): Master’s Degree in (instrumentation/ Physics/ Meteorology/ Atmospheric Science/ Electricals) from a recognized University or equivalent. OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology (Electrical/Electronics) from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Desirable: Exposure to meteorological data handling and analysis. Exposure to meteorological instruments.
- Senior Project Associate (CAIPEEX2025-003): Master’s degree in physics/ chemistry/ mathematics/ applied physics/ geology/ applied geology/ atmospheric science/ meteorology from a recognized University or equivalent. AND Four years’ experience with data analysis, instrument handling and maintenance.
- Desirable: Experience with weather instrument handling such as AWS, Radar, wind profiler, sodar, CCN counter, etc. Programming skills with Fortran/ Python / C or C++.
- Senior Project Associate (MAQWS2025-003): Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology with Atmospheric Science/ Climate Science/ Earth Science System and Technology/ Geoinformatics/ GIS Remote Sensing or any equivalent subject from a recognized university or equivalent. OR Master’s degree in Science with Physics / Mathematics / Atmospheric Sciences/Environmental Sciences / Geophysics (Meteorology) / Computer Science / Environmental Science or any equivalent subject from a recognized University or equivalent. AND Four years of experience in processing geospatial data.
- Desirable: Experience in handling large volumes of data & programming using MATLAB / Python / IDL / FORTRAN/ ArcGIS/ QGIS.
- Senior Project Associate (GA2026-001): Bachelor degree in Engineering & Technology (Civil) from a recognized University or equivalent. ii) Four years of work experience. OR ME/ M. Tech in Engineering & Technology (Civil) from a recognized University or equivalent with 02 years of work experience.
- Desirable: Knowledge of CPWD works manual and DSR. Work experience on Auto CAD and Microsoft Project.
- Associate Engineer (Civil): B. E./ B. Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/ Institute with at least 60% marks. AND A minimum of 03 years of work experience in planning, preparing of work estimate, labour management, work supervision and billing for civil contract and maintenance works.
- Desirable: Work experience on Auto CAD and Microsoft Project. Knowledge of CPWD works manual and DSR.
Salary/ Stipend
- Project Associate-I: ₹ 31,000/- + HRA # ₹ 25,000/- + HRA
- Senior Project Associate: ₹ 42,000+ HRA
- Associate Engineer (Civil): ₹ 28,000/- + 3 % annual increment
Age Limit (as on date of interview)
- Project Associate-I: 35 years
- Senior Project Associate: 40 years
- Associate Engineer (Civil): 40 years
Important Dates
Selection Process
General Information / Instructions
- The appointment is purely on a temporary and contract basis initially for a period of one year or co-terminus with the project period whichever is earlier. The current tenure of the Project is upto 31.03.2026. Extension of tenure is subject to satisfactory performance.
- Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria only should attend walk-in-interview along with the duly filled in proforma.
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible for these posts.
- The date of the interview is the cut-off date for all purposes, including age/ qualification/ experience etc. Upper age limit is relaxed as per GOI orders for SC/ST, OBC & physically handicapped and as per rule for ex-servicemen.
- Desirable qualifications and experience can be relaxed at the discretion of the Director in case of exceptionally good candidates.
- Selected candidate may have to join the post immediately on being found fit by Medical Authority.
- Director, IITM reserves the right to fill-up or not to fill up the posts advertised without assigning any reasons thereof.
- The number of vacancies mentioned in the advertisement may vary depending upon the requirements of the project.
- The Competent Authority of this Institute reserves the right to terminate the appointment of the above post by giving one month's notice to the appointee without assigning any reason thereof.
- Candidates must produce all original documents as proof for verification and photocopy of each along with duly filled attached application, at the time of interview/joining.
- No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for appearing in Walk-In-Interview. For SC/ST candidates admissible TA/DA shall be considered as per Government of India orders.
How to Apply
- Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria only should attend walk-in-interview along with the duly filled in proforma.
- Venue for Walk-In-Interview: Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pashan, Pune- 411008
- Candidates must produce all original documents as proof for verification and photocopy of each along with duly filled attached application, at the time of interview/joining.
- Candidates who report after 1000 hrs will not be permitted to appear for Walk-In-Interview and will not be allowed to enter the Institute premises.
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