Project Scientific Officer, Project Assistant, Technical Assistant, System Trainee & Library Trainee Posts

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment drive by IMSc, Chennai, an autonomous institution under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India.
- Open for Project Scientific Officer 'D', Project Assistant/Associate, Technical Assistant (Systems), System Trainee, and Library Trainee positions.
- Positions include research, technical support, system administration, library automation, and science communication roles.
- Contractual/temporary appointments with no claim to regularization or absorption.
- Applications accepted online and via email based on post-specific requirements.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- **Project Scientific Officer 'D'**: Ph.D. in Science/Mathematics/Education + 5 years of relevant experience. Age limit: Under 40 years.
- **Project Assistant/Associate**: Bachelor's/Master's/Ph.D. in relevant fields. No age limit specified.
- **Technical Assistant (Systems)**: Bachelor's/Master's in Science/Computer Science/IT/Engineering with minimum 60% marks. Age limit: Under 40 years.
- **System Trainee**: Bachelor's in Science/Engineering with minimum 60% marks. Must have passed out between 2024-2026. Age limit: 18-25 years.
- **Library Trainee**: MLISc (Master of Library and Information Science) with first-class marks. Must have passed out in 2025/2026. Age limit: Max 27 years.

🏆 Selection Process

- **Project Scientific Officer / Project Assistant**: Shortlisting followed by an online interview.
- **Technical Assistant (Systems)**: Written/hands-on test followed by a personal interview.
- **System Trainee**: Written test → hands-on test → interview (conducted on the same day).
- **Library Trainee**: Screening test followed by a personal interview.

📊 Key Information

Organization	The Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc), Chennai
Location / State	Tamil Nadu
Job Location	Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Category Eligibility	All
Experience Required	- Project Scientific Officer 'D': 5 years of relevant experience in research, science communication, or teaching. - Technical Assistant (Systems): No prior experience required (freshers eligible). - System Trainee/Library Trainee: No prior experience required (training positions).
Application Start	17 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 July 2026

📊 IMSc Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Project Scientific Officer 'D'	1
Project Assistant/Associate	1
Technical Assistant (Systems)	1
System Trainee	2
Library Trainee	2
Total	7

📁 Required Documents

- CV/Resume (mandatory).
- Covering letter (for Project Scientific Officer and Project Assistant/Associate).
- Writing samples (for Project Assistant/Associate only).
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/DL/Passport/Voter ID) for interview.
- No hard copies/post/courier accepted; late emails not considered.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

**Project Scientific Officer 'D'**: 1 vacancy in Vigyan Pratibha Project (based at IIT Palakkad). Salary: Rs. 1,22,700/- per month.
**Project Assistant/Associate**: 1 vacancy in Centre for Science Communication and Outreach. Salary: Rs. 32,500/- to Rs. 75,000/- (qualification-based).
**Technical Assistant (Systems)**: 1 vacancy in Management of IMSc IT Infrastructure. Salary: Rs. 32,500/- (up to Rs. 48,000/- for exceptional candidates).
**System Trainee**: 2 vacancies in IT Support & System Administration Training. Stipend: Rs. 22,000/- per month.
**Library Trainee**: 2 vacancies in Library Automation & Technical Processing Training. Stipend: Rs. 24,000/- per month.

⚠️ Important Instructions

Applications must be submitted by 30 July 2026, 2400 hrs. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Hard copies/post/courier submissions are not accepted.
Resume must be attached; incomplete applications will be rejected.
Only shortlisted candidates' names will be displayed on the website (no separate call letters for most posts).
All posts are contractual/temporary with no claim to regularization or absorption.
Canvassing will lead to disqualification; Director's decision is final.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is IMSc Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 02-R/IMSc/2026?

A. It is an official notification dated 17 July 2026 issued by The Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc), Chennai, inviting applications for five posts: Project Scientific Officer 'D', Project Assistant/Associate, Technical Assistant (Systems), System Trainee, and Library Trainee.

Q. What is the last date to apply for IMSc Recruitment 2026?

A. The last date to submit applications for all five posts is 30 July 2026, up to 2400 hours. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered under any circumstances.

Q. How many vacancies are there in IMSc Chennai Recruitment 2026?

A. There are 7 total vacancies: 1 Project Scientific Officer 'D', 1 Project Assistant/Associate, 1 Technical Assistant (Systems), 2 System Trainee, and 2 Library Trainee posts.

Q. What is the salary for IMSc System Trainee and Library Trainee posts?

A. System Trainees receive a consolidated stipend of Rs. 22,000 per month, while Library Trainees receive Rs. 24,000 per month, both all-inclusive during the training period.

Q. Is there an application fee for IMSc Recruitment 2026?

A. No. The official notification does not mention any application fee for any of the five posts.