IISER Pune Recruitment 2026: 4 Project Lead – Walk-In Interview on 23 October 2026 @ iiserpune.ac.in
⚡ Quick Facts & Key Highlights
| Recruiting Body | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER) |
|---|---|
| State / Jurisdiction | Maharashtra |
| Total Posts | 4 |
| Last Date for Application | 23 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | No application fee |
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- Recruiting Body: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune)
- Advertisement No.: 83/2026
- Total Posts: 4
- Post Names: Project Lead, Project Research Associate, Project Junior Associate
- Employment Nature: Temporary and Contractual (Project-funded)
- Application/Interview Mode: Walk-in Interview
- Date & Time: 23 October 2026, 09:00 AM
- Exact Venue: Seminar Room 33, Main Building, IISER Pune, Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pune 211008
- Application Fee: No application fee
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Lead | 1 | Not more than 50 years | Rs. 90,000/- |
| Project Research Associate | 2 | Not more than 50 years | Rs. 25,000/- |
| Project Junior Associate | 1 | Not more than 50 years | Rs. 22,000/- |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Project Lead: Ph.D in Architecture or related areas. Preference given to candidates with experience in teaching and archiving, and having worked with Public Works Archives.
- Project Research Associate: Master of Arts in Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology or related areas. Preference given to candidates with experience in metadata creation, cataloguing, and working with archival materials.
- Project Junior Associate: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture. Preference given to candidates with knowledge of handling archival materials, metadata cataloguing, and social media outreach.
Age Limit: Not more than 50 years for all posts as on the date of the walk-in interview. The prescribed date for determining the upper age limit, educational qualifications, or experience is the date of the walk-in interview.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
Selection will be made through a walk-in interview. Candidates will be screened based on their qualifications, experience, and performance in the interview. No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing for the interview. Bringing any political or other influence will be treated as a disqualification.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must bring the following documents in original along with one set of self-attested photocopies:
- Duly filled prescribed application form (available via the official advertisement link)
- Certificate regarding date of birth
- Mark sheets and certificates starting from 10th onward regarding educational qualification
- Certificates regarding experience as mentioned in the application form
- One Photo Identity proof issued by the Government
- One recent passport-size color photograph
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the walk-in interview date and venue? The walk-in interview is on 23 October 2026 at Seminar Room 33, Main Building, IISER Pune, Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pune 211008.
- What is the reporting time? Candidates must report by 09:00 AM.
- Is there any application fee? No, there is no application fee.
- What is the contract duration and job nature? The positions are temporary and contractual under a private agency-funded project. Tenure is 3 months for Project Lead and Project Research Associate, and 4 months for Project Junior Associate.
- What is the salary structure? Project Lead: Rs. 90,000/- per month; Project Research Associate: Rs. 25,000/- per month; Project Junior Associate: Rs. 22,000/- per month.
Download Official Recruitment Notification
Download and read the official advertisement PDF for complete post eligibility, category reservations, format of certificates, and application guidelines.