Indian Institute of Technology Jammu — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
Cut-off Date: 24 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 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 | 27 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1999 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1999 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 25 Sep 1996 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1994 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1994 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 25 Sep 1989 to 24 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 24 Sep 2026)
The Indian Institute of Technology Jammu has issued an official recruitment notification for Project Lead (Postdoctoral Researcher), announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Jammu & Kashmir. To be eligible, applicants must hold Postgraduate degree + Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Signal Processing and be within the prescribed age limit of 40 years (with relaxation for reserved categories), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of 75,000 + 20% HRA. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting followed by an interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 07 Jul 2026 |
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| Post Name | Project Lead (Postdoctoral Researcher) |
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| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | Postgraduate degree + Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Signal Processing |
| Age Limit | 40 years (with relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Salary | 75,000 + 20% HRA |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting followed by an interview |
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu has released an official notification for the recruitment of one Project Lead (Postdoctoral Researcher) position. This appointment is specifically for a MeitY-sponsored project titled 'SwaYaan-Capacity Building for Human Resource Development in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drone and related Technology).' The engagement is initially for a period of one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and project requirements.
| Position | Vacancies | Area of Specialization |
|---|---|---|
| Project Lead (Postdoctoral Researcher) | 01 | Signal Processing, ML, AI, Communication Engineering |
Candidates must ensure they meet the following criteria before submitting their applications:
The selected candidate will receive a consolidated monthly salary of ₹75,000, along with a House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at 20% of the salary.
This position is purely temporary and project-based. Candidates are advised to monitor the official IIT Jammu website for the exact last date of submission and updates regarding the interview process. Incomplete applications or those not meeting the required Ph.D. criteria will be summarily rejected.
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