IIT Indore Project Associate-I 2026 — 1 Post, Apply by 31 Aug (MP)

Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore) has released the IIT Indore Project Associate-I (PA-I) Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. IITI/DOP/ANRF-ECRG/2026/01 for 1 post. This is a contractual research opportunity under an ANRF (Anusandhan National Research Foundation) Early Career Research Grant project, suited to candidates with a Master's degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Theoretical Physics, Quantum Information, Optics, Photonics, Computer Science or Electronics. Candidates up to a maximum age of 35 years, holding the relevant Master's or B.Tech/B.E./M.Tech degree, are eligible to apply via email. The Project Associate-I will contribute to the sponsored ANRF-ECRG research project at IIT Indore, with preference given to candidates holding a valid GATE score, CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship), or selected through national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Agencies such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, IIT, IISc or IISER. The selection process for IIT Indore PA-I 2026 is an interview, conducted in online or hybrid mode. Selected candidates will receive ₹37,000 per month plus 20% HRA (total ₹44,400) for the first 24 months, rising to ₹42,000 per month plus 20% HRA (total ₹50,400) for the remaining period up to month 30. The IIT Indore PA-I 2026 application must be submitted via email, since there is no online application portal for this project post. The last date to apply is 31 August 2026. There is no application fee mentioned for any category. Candidates should read the complete official notification PDF on iiti.ac.in before applying, clearly mention "Application for PA-I Position under ANRF-ECRG Project" in the email subject line, and ensure their bio-data and supporting documents are complete before sending the application.

Master's degree in Physics/Applied Physics/Theoretical Physics/Quantum Information/Optics/Photonics/Computer Science/Electronics or a related discipline, OR B.Tech./B.E./M.Tech. in Engineering Physics/Computer Science/Electrical & Electronics/Electronics & Communication or equivalent, from a recognized University/Institute. Candidates with a valid GATE score, CSIR-UGC NET (including LS), or selection through national-level examinations conducted by DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, IIT, IISc or IISER will be given preference/fellowship as per applicable norms.

• Maximum age limit: 35 years
• Age relaxation of up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Women candidates as per Government of India norms

• Master's degree in Physics/Applied Physics/Theoretical Physics/Quantum Information/Optics/Photonics/Computer Science/Electronics, or B.Tech./B.E./M.Tech. in Engineering Physics/Computer Science/Electrical & Electronics/Electronics & Communication
• Preference for candidates with a valid GATE score, CSIR-UGC NET (including LS), or selection through national-level examinations by DST/DBT/DAE/DOS/DRDO/MHRD/IIT/IISc/IISER
• Maximum age 35 years, with relaxation of up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Women candidates
• Application accepted only via email; no online portal for this post

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

• Months 1–24: ₹37,000 per month plus 20% HRA (total approximately ₹44,400 per month)
• Months 25–30: ₹42,000 per month plus 20% HRA (total approximately ₹50,400 per month)

1. Read the official IIT Indore Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 notification carefully before applying
2. Prepare your complete bio-data, including personal details, educational qualifications, GATE/NET score if applicable, and any research experience
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents, including educational certificates, mark sheets, GATE/NET scorecard, date of birth proof, and experience certificates
4. Combine all documents into a single PDF file as instructed in the notification
5. Clearly mention "Application for PA-I Position under ANRF-ECRG Project" in the subject line of the email
6. Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification
7. Ensure the email is sent before the last date, 31 August 2026
8. Keep a copy of the sent email and all attachments for future reference
9. Watch for a response from the project's Principal Investigator regarding shortlisting
10. Prepare for the interview stage, which will be conducted in online or hybrid mode