- IIT Madras is inviting applications for 1 contractual position of Research Associate-I.
- The role is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, at the IIT Madras campus.
- The position offers a fixed monthly stipend of Rs. 58,000.
- The recruitment is for a project under the Interdisciplinary Centre for Social Sciences Research (ICSR).
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🎓 M.A.
🎓 M.Sc.
🎓 M.Tech
🎓 Ph.D.
Research Associate-I
Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Apply Deadline
02 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
📄 View PDF Notification
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | M.A. (ma), M.Sc. (msc), M.Tech (mtech), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹58,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | 3 years preferred in experimental linguistics and computational data analysis |
| Application Fee | - No application fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST). |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold an MA, MSc, MTech, or PhD in Linguistics and/or Cognitive Science.
- A refereed and indexed journal publication is required.
- Minimum 3 years of research experience in experimental linguistics and computational data analysis is preferred.
- Interdisciplinary research experience with a doctoral degree is desirable.
- A refereed and indexed journal publication is required.
- Minimum 3 years of research experience in experimental linguistics and computational data analysis is preferred.
- Interdisciplinary research experience with a doctoral degree is desirable.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Applications will be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a test and/or interview.
- Final selection will be subject to document verification.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a test and/or interview.
- Final selection will be subject to document verification.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Scanned copy of educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Proof of journal publication (if applicable).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photograph and signature in prescribed format.
- Proof of journal publication (if applicable).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photograph and signature in prescribed format.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the IIT Madras Research Associate-I Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 02 September 2026.
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Research Associate-I position at IIT Madras?
There is a total of 1 vacancy for the Research Associate-I position.
Q.
What is the application mode for the IIT Madras Research Associate-I Recruitment 2026?
The application mode is online, and candidates must apply through the official IIT Madras website.
Q.
What is the salary for the Research Associate-I position at IIT Madras?
The selected candidate will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 58,000.
Q.
Where can I find the official notification and application link for this recruitment?
The official notification and application link are available on the IIT Madras website: https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in.