Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology — Ministry of Earth Sciences
Cut-off Date: 24 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 35 to 50 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) | 35 yrs | 50 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1976 to 24 Sep 1991 |
| EWS | 35 yrs | 50 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1976 to 24 Sep 1991 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 35 yrs | 53 yrs | +3 yrs | 25 Sep 1973 to 24 Sep 1991 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 35 yrs | 55 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1971 to 24 Sep 1991 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 35 yrs | 55 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1971 to 24 Sep 1991 |
| PwD (General) | 35 yrs | 60 yrs | +10 yrs | 25 Sep 1966 to 24 Sep 1991 |
Prescribed Age: 35–50 Years (As on 24 Sep 2026)
The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology has issued an official recruitment notification for Project Associate I, Technical Assistant, Program Officer, announcing a total of 4 vacancies located in Maharashtra. To be eligible, applicants must hold B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc and be within the prescribed age limit of 35-50 Years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of 25000-50000. The selection procedure comprises Walk-in Interview, Written Test, Skill Test. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 28 May 2026 |
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| Post Name | Project Associate I, Technical Assistant, Program Officer |
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| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Qualification | B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc |
| Age Limit | 35-50 Years |
| Salary | 25000-50000 |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Selection Process | Walk-in Interview, Written Test, Skill Test |
The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) has announced a fresh recruitment notification for 2026, inviting eligible candidates for various contractual positions, including Project Associate I, Technical Assistant, and Program Officer. This is a golden opportunity for professionals with Science or Engineering backgrounds to contribute to prestigious meteorological research projects.
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in relevant Science disciplines (Physics, Atmospheric Sciences, Statistics, etc.) or a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology. Specific work experience is required for the Program Officer position. Please refer to the official notification for detailed specialization requirements.
The maximum age limit for these positions ranges from 35 to 50 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms for reserved categories and ex-servicemen.
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly salary ranging from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 50,000, depending on the post and qualification.
The selection process for IITM 2026 will be conducted via a Walk-in Interview, which may include a written or skill test to assess candidate proficiency. Candidates must report to the designated venue with all original documents, self-attested photocopies, and a recent passport-sized photograph.
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