Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) — Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Cut-off Date: As on 02 October 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 35 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 03 Oct 1991 to 02 Oct 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 03 Oct 1991 to 02 Oct 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 03 Oct 1991 to 02 Oct 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 03 Oct 1991 to 02 Oct 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 03 Oct 1991 to 02 Oct 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 03 Oct 1991 to 02 Oct 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on As on 02 October 2026)
Official Prescribed Pay: Rs. 56,000/- + HRA, as admissible
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has issued an official recruitment notification for Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical), announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Tamil Nadu. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 02 October 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold First class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees, OR Second class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees with PhD. Relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree will only be taken into consideration. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 35 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 56,000/- + HRA, as admissible. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting based on information provided in online applications, followed by test/interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
02 Oct 2026
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| Post Name | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) |
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| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | First class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees, OR Second class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees with PhD. Relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree will only be taken into consideration. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years |
| Salary | Rs. 56,000/- + HRA, as admissible |
| Application Fee | General: 0, OBC: 0, EWS: 0, SC: 0, ST: 0, Female: 0, fee_exempted: Yes, payment_mode: Online |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on information provided in online applications, followed by test/interview. |
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has released an official notification under advertisement number ICSR/PR/Advt.194/2026 for hiring dynamic and qualified professionals. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1 temporary vacancy for the post of Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical). Candidates looking to advance their research careers in premier national institutions can explore all latest Tamil Nadu Government Jobs for similar openings across the region.
Working at IIT Madras under the Center for Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR) offers researchers exposure to cutting-edge scientific projects, state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure, and multidisciplinary academic environments. Professionals seeking high-level research positions should also review other academic postings such as the IIT Roorkee General Duty Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 recruitment details to compare similar premier central institutional offerings.
Aspirants wishing to apply for this vacancy must fulfill the stringent academic and professional requirements established by the institute. Candidates seeking more career options matching their credentials can check check more Post Graduate jobs in Tamil Nadu.
Selected candidates will receive a competitive consolidated remuneration package designed to support advanced academic research. The position provides stable financial compensation paired with standard institutional benefits for temporary project staff.
The selection methodology for the Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) position involves a multi-stage evaluation process tailored to identify top-tier research talent.
The application process for this recruitment drive is structured to be accessible for all eligible aspirants.
Eligible and interested candidates must submit their applications through the designated digital portal before the closing date. Follow these steps to complete the application successfully:
Candidates must keep the following documents ready in scanned digital formats before initiating the online form submission:
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