Anna University Senior Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

The Department of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University, Chennai, is filling one Senior Project Associate I post on a Department of Science and Technology (National Geospatial Programme) project, "Geospatial based Route Optimization of Urban Bus Transit System Enhancing Efficiency and Service Delivery to Boost Bus Patronage". Emoluments are Rs 54,600 per month (Rs.42,000/ + 30% HRA). The post runs from the date of appointment till 21 Dec 2027. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology (Civil Engineering) with four years' experience, or a Doctoral Degree in Engineering/Technology. The application, with CV and self-attested certificate copies, must be sent by post to Dr. S. M. P. Siddharth on or before 23 November 2026, 5.00 pm, with a scanned copy emailed to [email protected].

About the Project

The post sits in the Department of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering Guindy (CEG) Campus, Anna University, Chennai. The Principal Investigator is Dr. S. M. P. Siddharth, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering. The Co-Principal Investigators are Dr. K. Gunasekaran (Retired Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, CEG Campus), Dr. M. Venkadavarahan (Assistant Professor, Centre for Climate Change and Environment, Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai Campus) and Dr. Rajeshwari Sridhar (Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirapalli).

Who Can Apply

The notice gives two routes to the post. Each condition is printed as follows.

• Essential: Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology (Civil Engineering) from a recognised University or equivalent, and four years' experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services.
• Desirable (printed with the Bachelor's degree route): Master's degree in Transportation Engineering or Transportation Planning from a recognised University or equivalent.
• OR Essential: Doctoral Degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognised University, preferably from Transportation Engineering/Transportation Planning or Equivalent.

Desirable skills: geospatial modelling and analysis, statistical modelling and analysis, PYTHON/R, macroscopic transport planning, and good communication and editorial skills.

The age limit is printed as 40. The notice gives no cut-off date for age and lists no age relaxation. Any claim about qualifications and experience must be supported by certificates. Only eligible candidates will be called for the interview. Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility details.

Pay and Tenure

Emoluments are Rs 54,600/- per month, printed as Rs.42,000/ + 30% HRA. One post is advertised, from the date of appointment till 21 Dec 2027. The position is temporary and will be renewed every year, subject to satisfactory performance, and it co-terminates with the project grant. All terms and conditions follow the DST guidelines and those of Anna University, Chennai. The selected candidate may be permitted to register for a Ph.D. programme in Anna University, Chennai.

How to Apply for Anna University Senior Project Associate I

1. Fill in the application form given as Annexure - I. It carries the proceedings number 3067/CSRC-2/TSA/2026 dated 28.09.2026.
2. Attach an updated Curriculum Vitae and self-attested photocopies of relevant certificates. The form also asks for copies of experience certificates and certificates for the educational qualifications listed.
3. Do not enclose original certificates.
4. Send the application to Dr. S. M. P. Siddharth, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, CEG Campus, Anna University, Chennai - 600 025, with the subject "Application for Senior Project Associate I under DST project grant", on or before 23.11.2026, 5.00 pm.
5. Send a scanned copy of the application to [email protected] with the subject line "Application for the Post of Senior Project Associate I".

The Annexure - I form asks for name, date of birth and age, permanent and communication addresses, mobile number, email ID, gender, Aadhar number, community (OC, BC, MBC, SC or ST) and a signed photograph. It also asks for educational qualifications, qualifying examination details (GATE/CSIR/UGC/NET/Others), work experience and any additional skills or project and research experience.

Selection and Interview

Only eligible candidates will be called for the offline interview. The date and time will be informed later, by e-mail only. Candidates must appear with their original certificates and other relevant documents. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

Important Instructions

• Candidates should ensure their eligibility before applying.
• The selected candidate must carry out the project at College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University, Chennai - 600025.
• The form's declaration states that the application is only for a temporary post.
• If any discrepancy is found at any stage, Anna University has the right to cancel the application, or to terminate service without notice if the candidate is employed.
• The Institute reserves the right to cancel the recruitment without assigning any reason.

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