IITM Project Associate Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 33 Posts
Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology
Published
- Posts
- 33
- Last date
- To be announced
- Qualification
- Diploma, Graduate, Postgraduate, B.E. / B.Tech
- Location
- Pune, Chennai, Guwahati, Delhi, Assam, Bhopal
The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, is hiring 33 temporary project staff across six posts, with postings in Pune, Chennai, Guwahati, Delhi, Assam and Bhopal. Most posts ask for a science or engineering degree, and some need prior experience in atmospheric instruments, computing or project work. The notification does not give a closing date for applications. Applicants attend a walk-in interview or written and skill test on the dates listed below, reporting between 0900 and 1000 hrs.
Who Should Apply for IITM Project Associate 2026
Candidates with a relevant Master's or Bachelor's degree in science, engineering or computing, including fresh graduates who meet the stated qualifications, and anyone with the listed field experience; only Indian nationals are eligible.
The exact qualification, age and other conditions are under Eligibility Criteria.
Watch Out Before You Apply
- Report to the venue between 0900 and 1000 hrs. Candidates arriving after 1000 hrs are not allowed to sit the test or interview.
- Bring original certificates and photocopies of each, along with the duly filled application form. Missing originals can disqualify you.
- Appointments are temporary. Carry the tenure in mind: most posts run up to 31.03.2027 or the project end date, whichever is earlier.
IITM Project Associate 2026: हिंदी में सारांश
भारतीय उष्णकटिबंधीय मौसम विज्ञान संस्थान (IITM) ने विभिन्न प्रोजेक्ट पदों के लिए भर्ती की अधिसूचना जारी की है, जिसका विज्ञापन क्रमांक PER/07/2026 है। कुल 33 पद हैं, जिनमें Senior Project Associate के 2, Project Associate II के 4, Project Associate I के 13, Technical Assistant के 3, Project Assistant के 3 और Field/ Laboratory Assistant के 6 पद शामिल हैं। केवल भारतीय नागरिक आवेदन कर सकते हैं, और आयु सीमा में SC/ST, OBC, दिव्यांग तथा पूर्व सैनिकों के लिए नियमानुसार छूट मिलती है। चयन वॉक-इन इंटरव्यू अथवा लिखित एवं कौशल परीक्षा के माध्यम से होगा, जिसके लिए उम्मीदवारों को निर्धारित तिथि पर सुबह 9 बजे से 10 बजे के बीच मूल दस्तावेज़ों के साथ निर्धारित स्थान पर उपस्थित होना है।
Download the IITM Project Associate Notification PDF
Read the full notice for eligibility, category-wise vacancies and reservation, certificate formats and how to apply.
Important Dates
| Last date to apply | Not yet announced |
|---|---|
| Interview for Senior Project Associate | 22.10.2026 |
| Interview for Project Associate II | 23.10.2026 |
| Interview for Project Associate I | 26.10.2026 |
| Written & Skill Test for Technical Assistant | 27.10.2026 |
| Written & Skill Test for Project Assistant | 28.10.2026 |
| Written & Skill Test for Field/ Laboratory Assistant | 29.10.2026 |
| Published on this site | 16 Oct 2026 |
IITM Project Associate 2026 Vacancy Details
Total posts: 33
| Post | Number of posts |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | 02 |
| Project Associate II | 04 |
| Project Associate I | 13 |
| Technical Assistant | 03 |
| Project Assistant | 03 |
| Field/ Laboratory Assistant | 06 |
IITM Project Associate 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
See the official notification.
Age Relaxation
- Upper age limit relaxed as per GOI orders for SC/ST, OBC & physically handicapped and as per rule for ex-servicemen
Other Conditions
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible
- Date of interview is the cut-off date for age, qualification and experience
- Tenure initially up to 31.03.2027 or co-terminus with project, whichever is earlier
Posts located in: Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh. Check domicile and reservation rules in the notification.
IITM Project Associate 2026 Salary and Pay Scale
Pay ranges from ₹20,000 to ₹42,000 a month plus HRA, depending on the post and the qualification; some Project Associate posts have a higher rate for candidates with NET, CSIR-UGC, GATE or a national level central government exam. The notification does not state basic pay or DA, so no gross estimate is given.
As printed in the notification: Senior Project Associate: ₹42,000+HRA; Project Associate II: ₹35,000+HRA (₹28,000+HRA otherwise); Project Associate I: ₹31,000+HRA (₹25,000+HRA otherwise); Technical Assistant, Project Assistant, Field/Laboratory Assistant: ₹20,000+HRA
IITM Project Associate 2026 Selection Process
- Walk-in interview / written and skill test as per post
How to Apply Offline for IITM Project Associate 2026
This recruitment takes applications offline: send the filled form by post or by hand, as set out below. There is no online form.
- Report to designated venue between 0900 and 1000 hrs on the scheduled date with duly filled proforma and original documents
Required Documents
- Original certificates and photocopies, duly filled application
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Contact and Helpline
For problems with the application or payment, contact the recruiting body directly. ItsSarkariNaukri.com cannot help with individual applications.
| Phone | 020-25904200 |
|---|
Before You Apply for IITM Project Associate 2026: Quick Check
- If you are claiming age relaxation, your category or other certificate is in the format and date range the notice asks for.
- Your photograph and signature are scanned to the size and format the portal asks for, and your name and date of birth match your Class 10 certificate.
- You have read the official notification in full, not just this summary.
What Happens After Selection
Selected candidates are engaged on the terms set out in the notice, usually for a fixed period with a fixed monthly remuneration.
Contracts may be renewed depending on need and performance, but they do not create a right to a regular post.
The notification and the appointment letter set out the exact terms for this recruitment.
IITM Project Associate 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an application fee?
The notification does not say whether there is an application fee.
Do candidates have to pay for travel to the interview?
No TA/DA is paid for the walk-in interview. SC/ST candidates may get admissible TA/DA as per Government of India orders.
Can I apply to more than one post?
The notification does not say whether one candidate may apply for more than one post.
Where will I be posted?
The place of posting can be anywhere in India and is transferable.
Abbreviations on This Page
- HRA
- House Rent Allowance
- SC
- Scheduled Castes
- ST
- Scheduled Tribes
- OBC
- Other Backward Classes
- GOI
- Government of India
- NET
- National Eligibility Test
- CSIR-UGC
- Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - University Grants Commission
- GATE
- Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering
- DA
- Dearness Allowance
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Source: compiled from the official notification issued by Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology. The official notification is the final authority, so read it in full before applying.
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