= OF INDUSTRIAL CONSULTANCY AND SPONSORED RESEARCH
INDIAN INSTTTUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MADRAS
S) CHENNAI - 600 036

Advertisement No.: ICSR/PR/Advt.35/2026 Dated: 27/02/2026

 

Applications are invited for the temporary post of Project Manager, Department of Data Science and Artificial
Intelligence, IIT Madras.

Co-ordinator: Prof. Gitakrishnan Ramadurai, Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Duration: Initially for one year, later extendable based on the performance.

Number of Vacancies: 01

 

S. No Post Qualification and Experience Pay

 

 

e Bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering,

Management, or related field.

e 2to5 years of ience in project coordinatio:
Es mm Me Rs. 27,500/- to

Rs. 1,00,000/-
(Based on qualification

project management, or similar roles.

1 Project Manager | e Strong organizational and time management skills.

e Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

e Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
efficiently.

e Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

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About MInT

MinT (Mobility and Intelligent Transportation) at ITT Madras brings together academia, industry, and
govemment to build next-generation digital mobility solutions. The initiative focuses on AI-driven mobility
systems, digital public infrastructure, and sustainable transportation.

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and organized Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and
execution of ongoing projects. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational and communication
skills who can ensure smooth project operations through effective scheduling, documentation, and stakeholder
coordination.

The candidate will work closely with intemal teams, researchers, industry partners, and clients to ensure timely
execution of project activities.

Key Responsibilities:
Project Coordination and Tracking

e Coordinate day-to-day project activities and ensure timely progress
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a Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables
e Follow up with team members to ensure tasks are completed as planned
e Maintain project trackers, dashboards, and documentation
Meeting Coordination and Documentation
e Schedule meetings with intemal teams, partners, and clients
e Prepare meeting agendas in coordination with project leads
e Record and circulate Minutes of Meeting (MoM) with clear action items
e Track action items and ensure timely closure
Stakeholder and Client Communication
e Actasacoordination point between intemal teams and extemal stakeholders
e Support client communication and follow-ups
e Ensure smooth information flow across project stakeholder
Documentation and Reporting
e Maintain organized records of project documents, presentations, and reports
e Support preparation of project reports, status updates, and presentations

e Assist in project planning and review processes

Preferred Skills
e Expenience working in technology, research, startup, or consulting environments
e Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Notion, Trello, Asana, Jira, or similar)
e Experience coordinating with clients or extemal stakeholders
e Exposure to mobility, AI, data, or digital technology projects

Key Competencies
e Strong follow-up and execution skills
e Attention to detail
e Proactive and responsible work attitude
e Ability to work ina fast-paced environment
e Strong coordination and interpersonal skills

Why Join MInT IIT Madras
e Opportunity to work on cutting-edge mobility and transportation projects
e Collaborate with leading researchers, policymakers, and industry partners
e Contribute to shaping the future of sustainable and digital mobility in India
e Workina dynamic, mission-driven environment at ITT Madras

The last date for submission of online application is 13.03.2026.

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General Instructions to the candidates
All the positions are on purely contract basis.
The completion of the period of contract will not confer any right for further extension, regularization,
permanency at the Institute.
Candidates should apply online only in the website https://icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php -
(Please check the advertisement number Advt.35/2026 displayed and submit the application for the

 

relevant position).

Separate application has to be filled for each post.

The system will accept single application only with the registered login ID (email) for an advertisement, hence
the candidate is requested to select the multiple positions (In case, the candidate wishes to apply for more than
one position) before the submission of application.

The application cannot be edited, reverted once it is submitted.

Candidates should not attempt to apply twice for the same post. If multiple applications are received froma
candidate for the same post, the candidature will be liable to be rejected.

Candidates should follow the prescribed procedure for submission of online application.

Candidates are advised to fill their correct and active e-mail addresses in the online application as all
correspondence will be made by the Institute through e-mail only.

The candidates applying for any post should ensure that they fulfil all the eligibility conditions for the post.
Their admission to any stage of the selection process will be purely provisional subject to confirmation that
they satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions. Mere issue of registration certificate / call letter to the
candidate will not imply that the candidature has been found eligible.

After successful online submission of application, a printout of the application form must be obtained and
submitted when called for test. It will be required at the time of document venification/test/interview. Hard
copy of the application is NOT to be sent to the Institute.

Candidates must be citizens of India. Persons who have migrated from Pakistan with the intention of
permanently settling in India or subjects of Nepal are also eligible, but in their case a certificate of eligibility
from the Govemment of India will be necessary for appointment. Such candidates should apply to the
Goverment of India in the Ministry of Home Affairs for necessary certificate and furnish satisfactory proof
of having so applied.

The prescribed qualifications are minimum and unless specified, they are required for consideration for the
post, even if higher qualification has been acquired and the mere fact that a candidate possesses the same will
not entitle them for being called for interview.

Relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree will only be taken into consideration.
Minimum requirements of qualifications and/or experience can be relaxed in respect of exceptionally
outstanding candidates.

The experience required is relaxable at the discretion of the Institute in the case of candidates belonging to the
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe, if at any stage of selection, the competent authority is of the opinion that

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sufficient number of candidates from these communities possessing the requisite experience are not likely to
be available to fill up the vacancy reserved for them.

The Institute reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates for written / skill test / interview to a
reasonable limit on the basis of qualifications, level and relevance of experience higher than the minimum
prescribed in the advertisement and other academic achievements. The Institute also reserves the right of
rejecting any or all the applications without assigning any reasons, therefore.

Calling a candidate for test/interview merely indicates that it is felt that the candidate with others may be
suitable for the post and conveys no assurance whatsoever that they will be recommended or selected or their
conditions specified in the application will be accepted.

Candidates will be short-listed for Test/Interview on the basis of the information provided by them in their
online applications. They must ensure that such information is true. If at any subsequent stage or at the time of
Test/Interview any information given by them or any claim made by them in their online applications is found.
to be false, their candidature will be liable to be rejected.

The Institute shall venfy the antecedents or documents submitted by a candidate at any time at the time of
appointment or during the tenure of the service. In case, it is detected that the documents submitted by the
candidates are fake or the candidate has clandestine antecedents/background and has suppressed the said
information, then their services shall be liable to be terminated.

In case of any inadvertent mistake in the process of selection which may be detected at any stage even after
the issue of appointment letter, the Institute reserves the right to modify/ withdraw/ cancel any communication
made to the candidates.

Applicants who are working in any one of the Project at IIT Madras, must apply through proper channel
otherwise they will be required to produce No-Objection Cattificate at the time of document
verification/Test/Interview. Candidates without NOC will not be pennitted to appear for Test/Interview.
Candidates may send testimonials from persons intimately acquainted with their work and character. If the
applicant is in employment, the candidate should submit testimonials from the most recent employer or
immediate superior as a referee.

The Institute has aright to decide the mode of screening and testing the applicant for short listing and selection.
The Institute solely reserves the right not to fill any advertised position without assigning any reason

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

No correspondence whatsoever will be entertained from candidates regarding conduct and result of
test/interview and reasons for not being called for interview. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
The crucial date for determining the eligibility criteria for all candidates in every respect shall be the prescribed
closing date for submission of online application.

The Institute strives to have a workforce which reflects gender balance and women candidates are encouraged
to apply.

Any comigendunyclarifications on this advertisement, if necessary, shall be uploaded on website and no
separate communication will be sent for this purpose.

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7 If there is any issue to submit the application please send E-mail to : icsrrecruitment6@icsipis.iitm.ac.in /
icsmrecruitment@icsmis.iitm.ac.in C ontact: 044- 2257 8843 on all working days from 9.00 AM to 05.30 PM
(Monday to Friday - except National Holidays). (Please note, only technical issues will be accepted - No
interim correspondence with reference to the selection process will be considered).
31) Instructions to apply online: Eligible applicants would require to register and apply online through
https://icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php and submit the application.

 

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Head -HR
Office of IC&SR
IfT Madras

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