Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Candidates must carefully review the post-specific eligibility requirements mandated by IIM Mumbai. Aspirants looking for similar administrative or technical openings can also check more Graduate jobs in Maharashtra to align their career profiles.
- Senior Associate (Policy): Engineering/technology degree in a branch relevant to the portfolio.
- Associate (Evaluation and Data): Degree or post-graduation with statistical methods and data science as examined subjects; working knowledge of R, Python, Stata or SPSS.
- Research Associate: PhD in statistics, economics, econometrics, public policy, public health or demography, or a Master's degree with 5 years of survey experience.
- Project Manager (Projects, Accounts and Administration): Master's in management, commerce, public administration or social work; or a Bachelor's degree with a professional accounting qualification.
Age Limit: The maximum age limit is 50 years for all posts as on the last date of application. Category-wise age relaxations are not specified in the official notice.
Remuneration & Financial Benefits
Selected candidates will receive competitive consolidated remuneration and allowances corresponding to their respective professional designations and project portfolios:
- Senior Associate (Policy): ₹15.00 lakh per annum + ₹1.20 lakh per annum travel and field allowance.
- Associate (Evaluation and Data): ₹9.00 lakh per annum + ₹1.20 lakh per annum travel and field allowance.
- Research Associate: ₹60,000 to ₹80,000 per month.
- Project Manager: ₹75,000 per month.
Selection Process & Examination Structure
The selection methodology for IIM Mumbai Recruitment 2026 comprises multiple rigorous evaluation tiers designed to assess technical aptitude, domain expertise, and executive communication:
- Stage 1: Computer-based Written Test (Online, Remote)
- Stage 2: Campus-based Test
- Stage 3: Panel Interview
The initial recruitment notice specifies these three sequential evaluation stages. Candidates who clear the online written test will be invited for the campus-based test and panel interview rounds.
Important Schedule & Key Dates
Aspirants must note the critical timelines to avoid missing application deadlines or selection milestones:
- Application Start Date: 15 September 2026
- Last Date to Submit Online Application: 09 October 2026
- Computer-Based Written Test Date: 11 October 2026
- Panel Interview Date: 22 October 2026
Application Fee & Payment Mode
The recruitment process features complete fee exemption across all applicant categories:
- General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / Female: ₹0 (Fee Exempted)
- Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI) via the official application portal.
Step-by-Step Practical Application Guide
Applications must be submitted electronically through the dedicated candidate portal before the closing date. Follow these steps to complete your submission:
- Step 1: Access the official application portal via the Apply Online Portal.
- Step 2: Review the Official Notification PDF carefully to verify portfolio alignment.
- Step 3: Register on the portal using a valid email ID and active mobile number.
- Step 4: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and professional work history accurately.
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of required documents in the prescribed format and submit the application form. Keep a printed copy or digital confirmation for future reference.
Essential Documents Checklist
Keep the following documents scanned and verified prior to initiating the online submission process:
- Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Educational qualification certificates, degrees, and marksheets
- Experience certificates supporting professional tenure
- Category or caste certificate, if applicable
- Scanned signature of the candidate
Candidate Advisory & Important Precautions
- Apply exclusively through the authorized registration portal before the deadline of 09 October 2026.
- Ensure all academic and professional experience claims match original records to avoid disqualification during document verification.
- Retain the final submission acknowledgment and transaction confirmation slips for all subsequent selection rounds.
