📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Project Scientist - I
The Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR) at IIT Madras has released Advertisement No. ICSR/PR/Advt.132/2026 for the temporary post of Project Scientist - I. This position is under the supervision of Prof. Guhan Jayaraman in the Department of Biotechnology. The appointment is initially for one year, extendable based on performance.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | IIT Madras |
| Post Name | Project Scientist - I |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 27th July 2026 |
| Job Type | Temporary/Contractual |
| Official Website | icandsr.iitm.ac.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACT
Number of Vacancies:4
Educational Qualification:
Experience:Minimum 3 years for M.Tech candidates. Fresh Ph.D. candidates are also eligible.
Skills:Critical thinking, troubleshooting, problem-solving, report writing, data analysis, excellent communication (written and oral), ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Salary (Consolidated): ₹85,833 per month.
Age Limit: Not specified in the notification. Refer to the official notification for details.
Selection Procedure: Shortlisting, followed by a Test/Interview and Document Verification.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates who wish to apply for the IIT Madras Project Scientist - I Recruitment 2026 must apply online through the official IC&SR portal.
- Visit Application Portal: Go to the official IC&SR IIT Madras careers page: https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php.
- Register/Login: Register using a valid email ID and create a login. Keep your login credentials for future reference.
- Find Advertisement: Check for Advertisement No. Advt.132/2026 and click on the link to apply for the Project Scientist - I position.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
- Select Post: Ensure you are applying for the correct position. If applying for more than one position, select all before final submission.
- Review & Submit: Review all details carefully before final submission. The application cannot be edited or reverted once submitted.
- Confirmation: After successful submission, take a printout of the application form. This will be required at the time of the document verification/interview. Hard copy of the application is NOT to be sent to the Institute.
Note: Candidates working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through the proper channel and will need a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) to appear for the test/interview.
📅 Important Dates
Date of Advertisement: 13th July 2026
Last Date for Online Application: 27th July 2026
Apply Online: Apply Online on IC&SR Portal
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification (PDF)
Official Website: https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in
Key Terms & Conditions
- Contract Basis: The position is purely on a contract basis and does not confer any right for regularization or permanency.
- Shortlisting: IIT Madras reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for the test/interview based on qualifications and experience.
- Eligibility Cut-off Date: The crucial date for determining eligibility is the last date for online application submission (27th July 2026).
- Document Verification: Original documents will be verified at the time of the test/interview.
- No TA/DA: No Travelling Allowance or Dearness Allowance is typically paid for attending the selection process.
- NOC: Candidates currently employed in any project at IIT Madras or other organizations must produce a No-Objection Certificate (NOC).
- Canvassing: Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Contact for Technical Issues: For technical issues with the application, email [email protected] / [email protected] or call 044-2257 8843 (Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM).