IIM Mumbai Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Indian Institute of Management Mumbai has one contract opening for a Research Associate at its Centre of Excellence in AI for Green Technology. Applications are online only, at the IIM Mumbai careers page, and the last date is 15 November 2026. The job pays a consolidated Rs 40,000 to Rs 60,000 a month, depending on qualifications. Candidates with a B.Tech, B.Sc., M.Tech or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, Environmental Engineering, Energy Systems, Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics or a related field can apply.

IIM Mumbai Research Associate Recruitment 2026 Overview

The official notification does not specify the age limit.

About IIM Mumbai

The Indian Institute of Management Mumbai, formerly NITIE (National Institute of Industrial Engineering), is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It is on Vihar Lake Road, Mumbai 400087. This post is at the institute’s Centre of Excellence in AI for Green Technology. The centre works where Artificial Intelligence meets sustainability, building AI-driven solutions for green technologies, resource optimisation, energy efficiency and sustainable development with academia, industry, startups and government.

IIM Mumbai Research Associate Vacancy Details 2026

The pay is a consolidated monthly amount. The notice says no other allowances are admissible and the institute will not provide accommodation. Leave follows the institute’s norms for contractual employees.

Role and Responsibilities

The Research Associate will use advanced AI and analytics for sustainability, energy systems, climate risk and green operations. The work covers AI-driven solutions for energy optimisation, emissions analysis, sustainability analytics and climate-related decision support. The selected candidate will handle:

• Data analysis
• Model development
• Research documentation
• Collaboration with academic and industry partners

IIM Mumbai Research Associate Eligibility 2026

Educational Qualification (Mandatory)

B.Tech / B.Sc. / M.Tech / M.Sc. in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, Environmental Engineering, Energy Systems, Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields.

Desirable Qualifications

• Strong foundation in AI/ML, data analytics, optimization, or simulation
• Experience with sustainability/energy/climate-related datasets
• Proficiency in Python/R and ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Exposure to LLMs, Generative AI, or AI applications in sustainability

Skills Expected

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams
• High motivation for research in AI and sustainability

Age is checked as on the closing date for applications. For the full eligibility details of the post, see the official notification.

Application Fee

Important Dates

Selection Process

Selection is by interview, which may be held in person or online. Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee a place on the shortlist. The institute may limit the shortlist to a reasonable number based on higher qualifications and/or experience. The interview date goes to shortlisted candidates by email ONLY, so the application form must include your email ID.

At the interview, shortlisted candidates must bring all original certificates, degrees and other documents for their educational qualification, professional qualification, work experience and age, along with one set of photocopies. No TA/DA or other incidental expenses are paid for attending. A panel of waitlisted candidates stays valid for one year from approval by the Competent Authority, and the institute may make appointments from it during that time.

Service Conditions

• The job is purely temporary, for an initial period of 6 months. It may be extended based on the candidate’s performance and the project’s needs, up to a maximum tenure of 2 (two) years.
• The contract is with the CoE and starts only after Nayara Energy releases the funds and the CoE receives them.
• The post is purely contractual, so there is no right to claim regularisation or absorption in the institute.
• The institute may choose not to fill the post.
• If a mistake in the selection process is found at any stage, even after the appointment letter is issued, the institute may modify, withdraw or cancel any communication to candidates.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification. No interim correspondence will be entertained.
• Any legal disputes fall under Mumbai jurisdiction only.
• The institute follows the Reservation Policy of the Government of India.

How to Apply for IIM Mumbai Research Associate Recruitment 2026

1. Open the IIM Mumbai careers page: https://iimmumbai.ac.in/careers.
2. Fill in the online application form for Research Associate, CoE in AI for Green Technology. Enter your email ID, which is required.
3. Pay the Rs.590/- processing fee, unless you are SC, ST, PwD or an internal candidate.
4. Submit the form on or before 15 November 2026. No other mode of application is accepted.

Updates, amendments and corrigenda will appear only on the institute website.

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