The Indian Institute of Technology Madras, a premier technical institute in Chennai, has announced recruitment for the temporary post of Project Associate with two vacancies in its Department of Electrical Engineering. The role involves developing and simulating communication algorithms for GNSS systems, building graphical user interfaces, and working with the industrial partner BEL on software integration, offering a research-oriented opportunity in wireless communication and AI/ML.
IIT Madras Project Associate Recruitment 2026
Posted 06 Oct 2026Updated 06 Oct 2026ICSR/PR/Advt.207/2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
20 Oct
2 days left
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
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Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 20 Oct 2026 · 2 days left
- Notification06 Oct
- Applications Opentill 20 Oct
About IIT Madras Project Associate Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Advertisement No.
- ICSR/PR/Advt.207/2026
- Post Name
- Project Associate
- Job Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 32,000/- per month (Consolidated)
- Tenure
- Initially for 6 months, extendable up to 15 months based on performance
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Associate
2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Associate | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Project Associate
B.E./B.Tech. in AI, AIML, CSE, ECE, EEE with strong proficiency in Python/Matlab and AI/ML related tools. Essential technical skills: proficiency or good knowledge of Python; solid foundation in Signal Processing concepts (Time Domain, Frequency Domain and Time-Frequency domain); proficiency in MATLAB for signal analysis and system modelling; good communication skills.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Associate | B.E./B.Tech. in AI, AIML, CSE, ECE, EEE with strong proficiency in Python/Matlab and AI/ML related tools. Essential technical skills: proficiency or good knowledge of Python; solid foundation in Signal Processing concepts (Time Domain, Frequency Domain and Time-Frequency domain); proficiency in MATLAB for signal analysis and system modelling; good communication skills. |
Selection Process
- 1Test / Interview
The Institute decides the mode of screening and testing applicants for shortlisting and selection; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Salary Structure
Rs. 32,000/- per month (Consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Visit the IC&SR careers page and check advertisement number Advt.207/2026
- 2Register and log in with a valid email ID
- 3Fill in the online application form with the required details
- 4Select any additional positions you wish to apply for before final submission
- 5Submit the online application on or before 20.10.2026
- 6Take a printout of the submitted application and keep it for document verification, test or interview
Important Details
- The post is purely on a contract basis for an initial 6 months, extendable up to 15 months based on performance, and completion of the contract gives no right to further extension, regularization or permanency at the Institute.
- The system accepts a single application per registered login ID for an advertisement, so candidates wanting more than one position must select all of them before final submission; applying twice for the same post can lead to rejection.
- Candidates already working on any project at IIT Madras must apply through the proper channel or produce a No-Objection Certificate at document verification, test or interview, and those without an NOC will not be permitted to appear.
- The application cannot be edited or reverted once submitted, and a hard copy of the application is not to be sent to the Institute.
- The crucial date for determining eligibility in every respect is the closing date for online submission.
- Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop, simulate and validate communication algorithms for GNSS communication systems
- Develop a Graphical User Interface (GUI) for GNSS communication systems
- Prepare experiments and execute algorithms on hardware systems
- Work closely with the industrial partner (BEL) on software and GUI integration, including travel to the industrial partner's site
- Prepare technical reports, documents and research reports for technical and research activities
Contact
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Phone: 044-22578843
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for more than one post under this advertisement?
Yes. The system accepts only one application per registered login ID, so you must select all the positions you want before final submission.
Is a hard copy of the application to be sent to the Institute?
No. Only the online application is submitted; the printout is kept for document verification, test or interview when called.
Do candidates already working on a project at IIT Madras need an NOC?
Yes. They must apply through the proper channel or produce a No-Objection Certificate at document verification, test or interview, without which they cannot appear.
Can the application be edited after submission?
No. The application cannot be edited or reverted once it is submitted.
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