Indian Institute of Management Mumbai, a leading management institute located in Powai, has announced recruitment for the post of Project Associate under its Tejas initiative, which works on talent, empowerment and startup advancement. A single vacancy is on offer on a contractual basis. The role involves community building, founder and mentor engagement, and ecosystem partnerships within the institute's entrepreneurship and incubation ecosystem.
IIM Mumbai Recruitment 2026 - Project Associate Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026Tejas/Rectt/2026/37/01
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
11 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 11 Oct 2026
- Notification21 Sept
- Applications Open21 Sept
- Applications Closed11 Oct
About IIM Mumbai Project Associate Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Management Mumbai
- Advertisement No.
- Tejas/Rectt/2026/37/01
- Post Name
- Project Associate - Ecosystem & Community - Tejas
- Job Location
- Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years of post-qualification professional experience in community engagement, ecosystem or partnership management, programme or event management, or student, alumni and corporate relations.
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 8 Lakh per annum
- Tenure
- Initial term of 03 (three) years, renewable as per terms of the offer of appointment
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Associate - Ecosystem & Community - Tejas
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Associate - Ecosystem & Community - Tejas | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Project Associate - Ecosystem & Community - Tejas - Qualification and Experience
Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised University/Institution. A Master's degree in Management, Communication, Social Sciences or an allied discipline shall be preferred. Minimum 05 (five) years of post-qualification professional experience in community engagement, ecosystem or partnership management, programme or event management, or student, alumni and corporate relations. Experience within a startup, incubator, higher educational institution, industry association or comparable ecosystem organisation. Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication, stakeholder coordination and relationship management.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Associate - Ecosystem & Community - Tejas - Qualification and Experience | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised University/Institution. A Master's degree in Management, Communication, Social Sciences or an allied discipline shall be preferred. Minimum 05 (five) years of post-qualification professional experience in community engagement, ecosystem or partnership management, programme or event management, or student, alumni and corporate relations. Experience within a startup, incubator, higher educational institution, industry association or comparable ecosystem organisation. Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication, stakeholder coordination and relationship management. |
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years; crucial date for determining the age limit is the closing date for receipt of applications (11-10-2026)
Age Relaxation
Age limit is relaxable to SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per Central Government rules; necessary certificate(s) prescribed by the Government of India must be attached.
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
May be conducted to assess domain knowledge, aptitude, general ability and suitability for the position.
- 2Skill/Competency Test
May be conducted along with the written test depending on the requirements of the post and the number of applications received.
- 3Personal Interview
Shortlisted candidates are called for interview; the date is communicated later by email only.
Salary Structure
Rs. 8 Lakh per annum
How to Apply
- 1Apply online through the IIM Mumbai careers portal before the closing date and time.
- 2Fill the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details, entering the exact percentage of marks without rounding off.
- 3Provide a valid and active email ID in the form, as all selection-related communication is sent by email only.
- 4Upload the photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- 5Review all details carefully and submit the application form.
- 6Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Photograph
•Signature
•Certificates in the prescribed format
•Original certificates
•Degrees and other documents pertaining to educational/professional qualifications
•Work experience
•Age and caste for verification at the final selection stage
Important Details
- The post is purely contractual and confers no right to regular appointment, absorption or continuation in the Institute's service.
- No campus accommodation is provided.
- Normal working hours are 0900 to 1730 hrs for 6 days a week with Sunday as the week off, and the incumbent may be required to work beyond office hours or on holidays without extra remuneration.
- Mere fulfilment of eligibility does not guarantee shortlisting; the Institute may restrict the number of shortlisted candidates based on higher qualifications and experience.
- The selection process date is communicated to shortlisted candidates by email only, and the Institute is not responsible for delay or non-receipt of communication due to an incorrect or inactive email ID.
- No TA/DA or incidental expenses are reimbursed for attending the selection process.
- The number of posts may be increased or decreased as per the Institute's need.
Employment Benefits and Conditions
- Appointment is on a purely contractual basis, subject to applicable institutional policies
- Provident Fund contributions and deductions as per prevailing statutory rules and institutional policy
- Medical allowance and medical benefits as per approved TEJAS/institutional policy
- TA/DA admissible for approved official travel as per institutional rules
- Leave, working hours and other conditions governed by applicable institutional policies
- Performance-linked review forms an integral part of contract renewal
- The two positions are expected to operate as one integrated lean team with overlapping responsibilities
General Conditions
- Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply
- No campus accommodation will be provided for the positions
- The Institute encourages applications from women candidates
- Crucial date for determining the age limit is the closing date for receipt of applications
- No TA/DA or incidental expenses will be reimbursed to attend the selection process
- The number of posts may be increased or decreased as per the need of the Institute
- Legal disputes are restricted to the jurisdiction of Mumbai only
Desirable Experience
- Experience in digital and social media outreach, content development and community communication
- Experience of managing mentor, alumni or volunteer networks
- Experience of organising innovation challenges, masterclasses, demo days and networking events
- Working knowledge of CRM, database and engagement-analytics tools
Job Profile
- Lead student and founder outreach, engagement and community building
- Manage applicant communication and the initial founder engagement journey
- Identify, onboard and maintain relationships with mentors, experts and ecosystem partners
- Coordinate workshops, networking sessions, masterclasses, innovation challenges and community events
- Build engagement with students, alumni, faculty, corporates and external ecosystem stakeholders
- Connect founders with relevant mentors, experts, corporates, investors and opportunities
- Support startup selection and screening activities
- Maintain founder and mentor databases and engagement records
- Support communication, social media and outreach initiatives
- Assist the Head/CEO in institutional and corporate engagement
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Project Associate post permanent?
No. The appointment is purely contractual for an initial term of three years, renewable as per the offer of appointment, and it gives no claim to regular appointment or absorption in the Institute.
Will campus accommodation be provided?
No. The notification states that no campus accommodation will be provided for this position.
What are the working hours for this contractual position?
Normal working hours are 0900 to 1730 hrs for six days a week, with Sunday as the week off. The incumbent may have to work beyond office hours or on holidays in exigencies of work without extra allowance.
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