IIT Hyderabad Recruitment 2026: 2 Project Technical Support Posts – Apply Online @ iith.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

IIT Hyderabad has announced 2 vacancies under the ICMR-funded project titled “AI-assisted 3D Vein Viewer: Portable NIR stereovision device using AI-based depth mapping to guide clinicians in safe, accurate IV access and jugular cannulation for challenging patients.”

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Project Technical Support-III (Non-Medical): M.Sc. in Physics / Biomedical Science, or B.E. / B.Tech. in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Biomedical Engineering, or related areas.
• Project Technical Support-I (Non-Medical): Three-year undergraduate degree in Science (preferably Physics specialization), or Diploma in Engineering in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Biomedical Engineering, or related areas.

Desirable Qualifications (Support-III): Prior research/laboratory experience in instrumentation, biomedical device development, optics/imaging, electronics, embedded systems, CAD/3D printing, data analysis, or related fields will be preferred.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be screened based on academic record and relevant experience.
2. Online Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online interview.

Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee an interview call. The Principal Investigator reserves the right not to fill the position if no suitable candidate is found. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Key Instructions

• The appointment is on a temporary basis for 11 months, commencing as soon as possible.
• The contract is extendable for up to 3 additional years, subject to performance and availability of funding.
• This is a purely contractual / project-based appointment and does not confer any permanent government job security or pension benefits.
• Incomplete applications will not be evaluated.
• For queries, candidates may contact Prof. Vandana Sharma, Department of Physics, IIT Hyderabad.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Hyderabad Project Technical Support recruitment?

The last date to submit the online application (Google Form) is 17 October 2026.

2. How do I submit my application?

Candidates must fill in the Google Form provided in the IIT Hyderabad Project Technical Support Official Notification PDF and submit it before the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

3. Is there any application fee?

No, the official notification does not mention any application fee. Application is free of cost.

4. What is the nature of this job — permanent or contractual?

This is a temporary, contractual appointment for an initial duration of 11 months under an ICMR-funded research project at IIT Hyderabad. The appointment may be extended up to 3 years based on performance and funding availability. It is not a permanent government cadre position.

5. What salary will be offered?

Project Technical Support-I receives Rs. 18,000 + 30% HRA per month. Project Technical Support-III receives Rs. 28,000 + 30% HRA per month. The HRA rate is 30% as applicable for the location.

6. What is the selection process?

Candidates are shortlisted based on academic record and relevant experience. Shortlisted candidates are then called for an online interview. No written test or TA/DA is provided.

Download IIT Hyderabad Project Technical Support Official Notification PDF