The Indian Institute of Technology Madras has invited online applications for the temporary post of Project Associate in the Department of Electrical Engineering. There are 2 vacancies available for initial appointment of 6 months, extendable up to 15 months based on performance. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php until 20 October 2026.
Official source: Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research, IIT Madras, Advertisement No.: ICSR/PR/Advt.207/2026, dated 06/10/2026.
IIT Madras Project Associate Overview
Particulars
Details
Organisation
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
Advertisement No.
ICSR/PR/Advt.207/2026
Post Name(s)
Project Associate
Total Vacancies
02
Pay
Rs. 32,000/- (Consolidated)
Application Mode
Online
Job Location
Chennai – 600 036 (with travel to industrial partner site BEL as required)
There are a total of 02 vacancies for the Project Associate post in the Department of Electrical Engineering.
S. No
Post
Qualification and Experience
Pay
1
Project Associate
B.E./B.Tech. in AI, AIML, CSE, ECE, EEE
Strong proficiency in Python/ Matlab and AI/ML related tools
Highly motivated and interested in multi-disciplinary R and D environment
Interested in wireless communication along with AI/ML
Rs. 32,000/- (Consolidated)
IIT Madras Project Associate Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidates must be citizens of India. Persons who have migrated from Pakistan with the intention of permanently settling in India or subjects of Nepal are also eligible, subject to obtaining a certificate of eligibility from the Government of India.
IIT Madras Project Associate Qualification
Post
Qualification Required
Project Associate
B.E./B.Tech. in AI, AIML, CSE, ECE, EEE with strong proficiency in Python/Matlab and AI/ML related tools.
Essential Technical Skills
Proficiency/ Good knowledge of Python
Solid foundation in Signal Processing concepts (e.g., Time Domain, Frequency Domain, and Time-Frequency domain)
Proficiency in MATLAB for signal analysis, and system modelling
Good communication skills
IIT Madras Project Associate Salary
Post
Pay Level / Pay
Project Associate
Rs. 32,000/- per month (Consolidated)
IIT Madras Project Associate Selection Process
The selection mode and testing of applicants for shortlisting and selection shall be decided by the Institute. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for test or interview.
Check the relevant advertisement number Advt.207/2026.
Register and apply online using your registered login ID (email).
Fill out the required details in the application form carefully. Note that applications cannot be edited or reverted once submitted.
Select multiple positions prior to final submission if you wish to apply for more than one position under the advertisement.
Submit the online application on or before 20.10.2026.
Take a printout of the successfully submitted application form and keep it safe for document verification, test, or interview when called.
IIT Madras Project Associate Important Instructions
All positions are on a purely contract basis initially for 6 months and extendable up to 15 months based on performance.
Completion of the contract period will not confer any right for further extension, regularization, or permanency at the Institute.
Separate applications must be filled for each post. The system accepts a single application per registered login ID for an advertisement.
Candidates should not apply twice for the same post; multiple applications will lead to rejection of candidature.
Applicants currently working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through the proper channel or produce a No-Objection Certificate at the time of document verification/test/interview.
Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
For technical issues during application submission, contact via email at [email protected] or [email protected], or call 044-22578843 on working days between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM (Monday to Friday, except National Holidays).
