Indian Institute of Technology Madras, a premier technical institute in Chennai, has announced recruitment for the post of Teaching Program Coordinator through its Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research. There is a single vacancy, offered on a contract basis within the School of Sustainability. The role involves coordinating the development and delivery of an upcoming NPTEL course, Sustainability for All, along with supporting the department's existing teaching and outreach activities.
IIT Madras Teaching Program Coordinator Recruitment 2026
Posted 15 Oct 2026Updated 15 Oct 2026ICSR/PR/Advt.209/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
29 Oct
11 days left
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Last date 29 Oct 2026 · 11 days left
- Notification15 Oct
- Applications Opentill 29 Oct
About IIT Madras Teaching Program Coordinator Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Advertisement No.
- ICSR/PR/Advt.209/2026
- Post Name
- Teaching Program Coordinator
- Job Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Candidates must be citizens of India; no domicile or residence restriction is stated)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 45,000 per month (consolidated)
- Tenure
- Initially for one year, extendable based on performance
Vacancy Breakdown
Teaching Program Coordinator
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Teaching Program Coordinator | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Teaching Program Coordinator - Qualification and Experience
M.E/M.Tech, MSc/MA in Environmental Sciences, Economics, Management, MBA; candidates with a multidisciplinary background will be highly valued. Experience in content development, preferably within an academic setting will be a plus.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Teaching Program Coordinator - Qualification and Experience | M.E/M.Tech, MSc/MA in Environmental Sciences, Economics, Management, MBA; candidates with a multidisciplinary background will be highly valued. Experience in content development, preferably within an academic setting will be a plus. |
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of the qualifications, level and relevance of experience and other academic achievements declared in the online application.
- 2Written Test / Skill Test / Interview
The Institute decides the mode of screening and testing; only shortlisted applicants are contacted.
Salary Structure
Rs. 45,000 per month (consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Open the IIT Madras IC&SR careers page and check that advertisement number Advt.209/2026 is displayed.
- 2Select the Teaching Program Coordinator position and register with a correct and active email address.
- 3Fill in the online application form and submit it before the closing date.
- 4Obtain a printout of the submitted application and retain it for the test or interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Printout of the submitted online application
•No-Objection Certificate for candidates already working in a project at IIT Madras
•Testimonials from persons acquainted with the candidate's work or from the most recent employer
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.
- A separate application must be filled for each post, and the system accepts only one application per registered login ID for an advertisement, so candidates applying for more than one position must select all of them before submitting.
- An application cannot be edited or reverted once submitted, and applying twice for the same post can lead to rejection.
- Applicants 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; candidates without an NOC will not be allowed to appear.
- The hard copy of the application is not to be sent to the Institute at this stage but must be retained and produced when called for the test.
- The crucial date for determining eligibility in every respect is the closing date for online submission.
- The Institute encourages women candidates to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop the curriculum for the 4-week NPTEL MOOC 'Sustainability for All' open to any college student in India
- Map appropriate thematic experts who will serve as course instructors and maintain communication with them
- Provide day-to-day support to the IIT Madras CODE Team for course activities including faculty coordination, technical editing of videos, review of transcripts and assignments, and learner interactions on the discussion forum
- Support development of a course assessment tool to collect learner feedback and refine the course for later cohorts
- Support execution of existing School of Sustainability course modules aligned with the themes of the course
- Support creation of reports, flyers, brochures, social media posts and other communication material
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Spreadsheets)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Familiarity with LinkedIn, X (Twitter), Facebook and Instagram
- Familiarity with the IIT Madras ecosystem will be a plus
Soft Skills
- Strong organizational ability, handling multiple tasks and meeting strict deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to adapt to new technologies as required
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Contact
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Phone: 044-2257 8843
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for more than one post with the same login ID?
The system accepts a single application per registered login ID for an advertisement, so if you want more than one position you must select all of them before submitting the application.
Do candidates already working at IIT Madras need a No-Objection Certificate?
Yes. Applicants working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through proper channel or produce a No-Objection Certificate at the time of document verification, test or interview, and those without an NOC will not be permitted to appear.
Should a hard copy of the application be sent to the Institute?
No. A printout of the successfully submitted online application must be retained and produced when called for the test, document verification or interview.
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