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NIT Karnataka Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 1 Post

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Closing Date
28 January 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization National Institute of Technology Karnataka 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. NationalInstituteofTechnologyKarnataka/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count 01 (01 Post)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode 01 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 28 January 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
National Institute of Technology Karnataka Regional Headquarters, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
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NIT Karnataka Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 1 Post

Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for the position of Project Associate–I (PA-I) under a time-bound project sponsored by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India, to be carried out in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal. This opportunity is perfect for candidates with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Python programming.

Overview

Company/OrganizationNational Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal
Post NameProject Associate–I (PA-I)
Total Vacancies01 Post
Application ModeEmail & Google Form
Last Date to Apply28th January 2026
Official Websitehttps://www.nitk.ac.in

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of PostsSalary (Monthly)Project
Project Associate–I (PA-I)01₹31,000/- + HRA or ₹25,000/- + HRAExploration and inventory of seamount fishery resources (MoES)

Eligibility Criteria for Project Associate–I (PA-I)

Essential Qualification

  • M.E./M.Tech. or B.E./B.Tech. with First Class in Computer Science & Engineering / Information Technology / or related equivalent disciplines.
  • Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA from a recognized University / Institute.

Desirable Qualification & Experience

  • Good knowledge of Machine Learning and Image Processing.
  • Consistently good academic record.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in Python programming.
  • Experience in implementing Deep learning based projects.

Age Limit

  • Upper age limit 35 years as on the date of advertisement.

Ph.D./M.Tech. Opportunity

  • The selected PA-I candidate will be eligible to apply for admission to the regular Ph.D. or M.Tech. (Research) program in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, NITK Surathkal, subject to fulfilment of the respective eligibility criteria.

How to Apply

  1. Step 1: Submit details via Google Form: https://forms.gle/Ku5yQrALM9RnxtLX8
  2. Step 2: Send a single PDF file containing Detailed CV and scanned copies of relevant certificates to [email protected] on or before 28th January 2026.
  3. Step 3: Send a hard copy of the CV and certificates by post to: Prof. Annappa B, Principal Investigator - MoES DOM Project, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal, Mangaluru, P.O. Srinivasnagar – 575025.

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Q1: What is the last date to apply for NIT Karnataka Project Associate I?
Ans: The last date to submit applications is 28th January 2026.

Q2: Is this a permanent position?
Ans: No, the position is temporary initially for one year, extendable by one additional year based on performance.

Q3: What is the salary for Project Associate I?
Ans: ₹31,000/- + HRA for candidates selected through CSIR-UGC NET/GATE, and ₹25,000/- + HRA for others.

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