IIT Mandi Recruitment 2026 – Project Associate Vacancy
The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for the post of Project Associate under a funded research project on a purely temporary and contractual basis.
IIT Mandi Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Overview
IIT Mandi has released an official notification for the recruitment of Project Associate for an AI-based research project titled “AI-Enabled Low-Cost Landslide Monitoring and Early Warning System for Kamand Valley”. The appointment will initially be for a period of 12 months and may be extended based on satisfactory performance and project requirements.
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) |
| Post Name | Project Associate |
| Number of Posts | 01 |
| Project Title | AI-Enabled Low-Cost Landslide Monitoring and Early Warning System |
| Funding Agency | Mr. Satish and Kamlesh Agarwal Charitable Fund, Houston (USA) |
| Project Duration | 12 Months (Till 10 January 2027) |
| Salary | Rs. 20,000/- per month (Consolidated) |
| Job Location | IIT Mandi, Himachal Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online (Google Form) |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 January 2026 (Before 10:00 PM) |
| Official Website | iitmandi.ac.in |
Project Investigator Details
- Principal Investigator (PI): Prof. Varun Dutt
- Co-Principal Investigator: Prof. K. V. Uday
- School/Center: DORA, IIT Mandi
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualification
- B.Tech / MCA or equivalent degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
- Minimum 70% marks or 7.0 CGPA.
Desirable Qualification
- Experience in IoT, Machine Learning, Python.
- Knowledge of Deep Learning and Natural Language Processing (NLP).
- Good command of English language.
- Hands-on experience with Python and Machine Learning will be preferred.
Age Limit
- As per IIT Mandi and Government of India norms.
- Relaxation in marks for SC/ST candidates as per GoI rules.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on shortlisting of applications followed by an offline/online interview. IIT Mandi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for shortlisting candidates.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates must apply online through the Google Form link.
- Submit complete CV including personal details, academic qualifications, research experience, publications (if any).
- Mention name, affiliation, mobile number and email ID.
- Provide details of two referees.
- Submit the application before 10:00 PM on 20 January 2026.
Important Instructions
- The position is purely temporary and contractual.
- No claim for regular appointment or absorption in IIT Mandi.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email or website notification.
- In case of selection of retired government employees, salary will be fixed as per GoI norms.
- Original documents must be produced at the time of interview.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 10 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 20 January 2026 (Before 10 PM)
- Interview Date: To be notified
Important Links
| Link | Action |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |