- IIT Madras has announced a recruitment drive for 1 Project Assistant position under contract employment.
- The role involves supporting research activities, with preference given to candidates with a background in Linguistics, Cognitive Science, or computational data analysis.
- The position is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras campus.
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Project Assistant Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Apply Deadline
02 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.A. (ma), M.Sc. (msc), M.Com. (mcom), MBA (mba), MCA (mca), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma), Any Post Graduate (any-post-graduate) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹20,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Prior research experience is preferred but not mandatory. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is applicable for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST). |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must possess a postgraduate degree in any discipline.
- Prior research experience is preferred.
- Background in Linguistics or Cognitive Science is desirable.
- Strong preference for candidates with knowledge of computational data analysis.
- Prior research experience is preferred.
- Background in Linguistics or Cognitive Science is desirable.
- Strong preference for candidates with knowledge of computational data analysis.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates based on qualifications and experience.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a test or interview.
- Final selection subject to document verification.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a test or interview.
- Final selection subject to document verification.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Postgraduate degree certificate and mark sheets.
- Research experience certificates (if applicable).
- Proof of background in Linguistics/Cognitive Science (if applicable).
- Certificates demonstrating knowledge of computational data analysis (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photograph and signature.
- ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport).
- Research experience certificates (if applicable).
- Proof of background in Linguistics/Cognitive Science (if applicable).
- Certificates demonstrating knowledge of computational data analysis (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photograph and signature.
- ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport).
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is applicable for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the IIT Madras Project Assistant recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your online application for the Project Assistant position at IIT Madras is 02 September 2026.
Q.
What is the educational qualification required for the Project Assistant post?
To be eligible for the Project Assistant role, candidates must possess a post-graduate degree in any discipline. Prior research experience is preferred, and a background in linguistics or Cognitive Science is desirable.
Q.
Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) for this recruitment drive.
Q.
What is the salary offered for the Project Assistant position?
The selected candidate for the Project Assistant position will receive a consolidated salary of ₹20,000 per month.
Q.
What is the advertisement number for this recruitment?
The advertisement number for this IIT Madras Project Assistant recruitment is ICSR/PR/Advt.156/2026.