The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad (IIT (ISM) Dhanbad) has released the recruitment notification for 1 vacancy for the Project Associate-1 post on a project-based tenure. Candidates applying for the post must possess a B.E./B.Tech in ECE/CSE/EE/ME/Aerospace with a good academic background and knowledge in UAV systems, Communication Systems, Machine Learning, Signal Processing, Sensors, Computer Vision, Drone Applications, GPS Denied Systems. The notified remuneration for the post is Rs. 30,000 per month. Eligible applicants can apply online by filling the online application form and attaching all supporting documents, with the last date to apply being 20 October 2026. The selection process consists of shortlisting based on merit and project requirements, followed by an interview in online or offline mode.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Associate-1 Overview
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Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad
There is a total of 1 vacancy for the Project Associate-1 post under the MeitY sponsored project titled “Capacity building for human resource development in Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone and related Technology”.
B.E./B.Tech in ECE/CSE/EE/ME/Aerospace as per the following criterion: The candidates must have good academic background and good knowledge in any of the following areas: UAV systems, Communication Systems, Machine Learning, Signal Processing, Sensors, Computer Vision, Drone Applications, GPS Denied Systems.
Desirable Qualification
Experience in drone technologies
Good communication skills, both in scientific writing as well as presentation
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Associate-1 Age Limit
Maximum 28 years at the date of joining with suitable age relaxations applicable for reserved candidates as per GOI norms.
The notification does not mention any application fee.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Associate-1 Selection Process
The selection process consists of shortlisting candidates based on their merits and project requirements, followed by an interview in online or offline mode.
How to Apply for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Associate-1
Visit the official online application link provided in the notification.
Fill out the online application form with the required details.
Prepare all supporting documents including self-attested copies of educational qualifications, experience certificate, Aadhar card, age proof, and a CV with photo.
Attach all required supporting documents to the online application.
Submit the completed application form on or before 20 October 2026 until 11:59 pm.
Documents Required
Self-attested copies of educational qualifications
Experience certificate (if applicable)
Aadhar card
Age proof
CV with Photo
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Project Associate-1 Important Instructions
Tenure of the project is 1.5 years or till the completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email about the interview date, time, and mode (online/offline).
Mere possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the interview.
Candidates will be shortlisted based on merits and the requirements of the project.
All supporting documents must be attached with the online application form.
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