Indian Institute of Technology Madras, a premier technical institute in Chennai, has invited applications for the post of Junior Executive (HR) under its Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research. There is one temporary position on a contract basis. The role involves supporting day-to-day HR operations across the institute, including recruitment support, onboarding, employee records, leave management and coordination with faculty, staff and departments.
IIT Madras Junior Executive Recruitment 2026
Posted 06 Oct 2026Updated 06 Oct 2026ICSR/PR/Advt.206/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
15 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 15 Oct 2026
- Notification06 Oct
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed15 Oct
About IIT Madras Junior Executive (HR) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Advertisement No.
- ICSR/PR/Advt.206/2026
- Post Name
- Junior Executive – HR
- Job Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Candidates must be citizens of India; no state-wise restriction stated)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 28 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 18,000/- per month (consolidated)
- Tenure
- Initially for one year, later extendable based on performance
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Executive – HR
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive – HR | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Junior Executive – HR
BBA, BMS, MBA, MA, MHRM, or any undergraduate degree. An HR-related certification will be an added advantage.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive – HR | BBA, BMS, MBA, MA, MHRM, or any undergraduate degree. An HR-related certification will be an added advantage. |
Age Limit
Maximum age limit is 28 years; 30 years for reserved category (SC & ST)
Age Relaxation
2 years for SC and ST candidates, taking the maximum age to 30 years.
Selection Process
- 1Screening and Testing
The Institute decides the mode of screening and testing applicants for shortlisting; candidates are shortlisted on the basis of information given in the online application.
- 2Test / Interview
Shortlisted candidates are called for a test or interview; the hard copy of the application form must be produced at this stage.
Salary Structure
Rs. 18,000/- per month (consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Register on the IIT Madras IC&SR careers portal with a valid email ID.
- 2Check that advertisement number Advt.206/2026 is displayed and open the Junior Executive – HR application.
- 3Fill in personal, educational and contact details correctly.
- 4Upload photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- 5Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- 6Review all details and submit the application; it cannot be edited or reverted once submitted.
- 7Save or print a copy of the submitted application form for the test, document verification or interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Photograph
•Signature and certificates in the prescribed format
•Printout of the submitted online application form to be produced at the time of test
•Document verification or interview
Important Details
- The post is purely on a contract basis and completion of the contract period gives no right to further extension, regularization or permanency at the Institute.
- Candidates already working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through proper channel or produce a No-Objection Certificate at document verification, test or interview; those without an NOC will not be permitted to appear.
- A separate application must be filled for each post, and the portal accepts only one application per registered login ID, so multiple positions must be selected before submission.
- The application cannot be edited or reverted once submitted, and applying twice for the same post makes the candidature liable to rejection.
- The hard copy of the application is not to be sent to the Institute; it is to be produced only when called for the test.
- The crucial date for determining eligibility in every respect is the closing date for online application.
- Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Assist in day-to-day HR operations and employee coordination
- Support recruitment, candidate screening, interview scheduling and onboarding
- Provide induction and orientation to new joiners and organise training programs
- Coordinate with professors, employees and departments on HR-related queries
- Maintain and update employee records and HR databases
- Assist with attendance, leave management, documentation and HR-related reports
- Coordinate events and employee engagement activities
- Prepare HR reports and correspondence using MS Office, including Word and Excel
Required Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with good email drafting abilities
- Ability to plan, coordinate and manage tasks effectively
- Strong multitasking abilities
- Team player with good interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PPT)
Contact
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
Phone: 044-2257 8843
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes. A separate application has to be filled for each post, but the system accepts only one application per registered login ID, so all the positions you want must be selected before submitting.
Is the Junior Executive – HR post permanent?
No. The position is purely on a contract basis, initially for one year and extendable based on performance, and it carries no right to regularization or permanency.
Do candidates already working at IIT Madras need an NOC?
Yes. Applicants working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through proper channel or produce a No-Objection Certificate at document verification, test or interview, without which they will not be allowed to appear.
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