What is the age limit for Junior Assistant recruitment at IIT Madras?

The upper age limit for Junior Assistant is generally 27 years, with relaxations applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per Government of India norms.

Is GATE mandatory for all technical posts at IIT Madras?

No, GATE is primarily required for M.Tech/Ph.D. admissions or specific Project Associate roles. Direct recruitment for permanent technical staff usually involves the institute's own written test and skill test.

Does IIT Madras provide residential quarters for non-teaching staff?

Yes, campus housing is provided to employees based on seniority and availability, following the Type-I to Type-V category system.

What is the probation period for permanent employees at IIT Madras?

Standard probation for most non-teaching posts is one to two years, during which performance is closely monitored before confirmation.

Are foreign nationals eligible for faculty positions?

Yes, IIT Madras encourages foreign nationals and OCI/PIO cardholders to apply for faculty positions, often on a contractual basis initially.

What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?

Generally, SC, ST, PwD, and Women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee for most non-teaching recruitment cycles.

Can I apply for multiple posts in the same advertisement?

Yes, but you must submit a separate application and fee for each post, ensuring you meet the eligibility for each role individually.

How often does IIT Madras release faculty recruitment notifications?

Faculty recruitment is usually a Rolling Advertisement, meaning the portal is open year-round, and applications are processed in periodic cycles.

IIT Madras Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Software Test Engineer / Automation Tester (ICSR), Eligibility & Salary

Recruitment Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 02 Software Test Engineer / Automation Tester posts. This recruitment is being conducted by the IIT Madras Centre for Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (ICSR). This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals in the IT and software testing domain to work with one of India's premier technical institutions.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on shortlisting and subsequent Test/Interview. It does not involve a competitive preliminary or mains examination.

Key Highlights

Feature	Details
Organization Name	Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
Post Name	Software Test Engineer / Automation Tester
Advertisement Number	ICSR/PR/Advt.17/2026
Total Vacancies	02 (Two)
Job Type	Contract
Application Mode	Online
Last Date to Apply	23-02-2026
Official Website	https://icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in

Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies is 2 for the post of Software Test Engineer / Automation Tester.

Post Name	Number of Posts	Pay Scale / Salary	Job Type
Software Test Engineer / Automation Tester	02	Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 40,000 per month (Based on experience)	Contract

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they meet the following criteria before applying:

Educational Qualification

B.E. / B.Tech in relevant field.
MCA (Master of Computer Applications).
M.Sc. (Computer Science) or equivalent postgraduate degree.

Experience Requirements

Candidates must have 2 to 4 years of relevant testing experience.
Strong analytical and communication skills are required.
Ability to adapt to multiple technologies and applications.

Age Limit

The notification text does not specify a maximum age limit. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF for any specific age criteria or relaxation rules, if applicable.

Selection Process

The selection for IIT Madras Software Test Engineer posts will be conducted through the following stages:

Online Application Submission: Candidates must apply via the official portal.
Shortlisting: Applications will be shortlisted based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Test/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Test and/or Interview. The date and venue will be communicated via email.

Note: This recruitment does not involve a written competitive examination (Prelims/Mains).

Application Fee

There is no application fee required for this recruitment process.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to submit your application successfully:

Visit the official IIT Madras ICSR website: https://icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php.
Register and click on the online application link for current openings.
Search and select the advertisement number ICSR/PR/Advt.17/2026 for the Software Test Engineer / Automation Tester position.
Fill in all required details accurately in the online form.
Submit the application. If applying for multiple positions, fill separate applications for each post.
After successful submission, take a printout of the application form for future reference (to be submitted when called for the test).
For technical issues, contact: [email protected] or call 044-2257 8843.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	09-02-2026
Application Start Date	Notification Released (Apply Immediately)
Last Date for Submission	23-02-2026
Test/Interview Date	To be notified via email to shortlisted candidates

Important Links

Official Notification PDF: Download Here
Apply Online: Click Here
Official Website: https://icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in

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About Indian Institute of Technology Madras

The Institute strongly believes that talent and good ideas can come from anywhere and has a remarkably diverse community, drawing students from across all Indian states and from various countries. Intensely curious and driven to explore, the student community of IIT Madras value rigorous analytical thinking, ingenuity, hands-on problem solving, and big new ideas.

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The courses of study are organized as semester programs and each semester provides for a minimum of seventy instructional days. The medium of instruction is English. Students are evaluated on a continuous basis throughout the semester. Evaluation is done by the faculty, a consequence of the autonomous status granted to the Institute.