NIT Puducherry Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

About NIT Puducherry

The notice describes National Institute of Technology Puducherry as an Institute of National Importance under MoE, Govt. of India, located at Thiruvettakudy, Karaikal - 609 609. The post sits in a research project run under the Principal Investigator, Dr. R. Boopathi Rani, Associate Professor, Department of ECE.

Vacancy Details

The total is 2 vacancies. The notice prints no category-wise break-up.

Who Can Apply

Applications are invited from Indian Nationals only. The essential qualification and the desired qualification printed in the notice are below.

Desired qualification and skills:

• Master's Degree in ECE/CSE is preferable.
• Preference will be given to those who have experience in Microwave Engineering and AI/ML.
• Previous working experience in R&D or related research projects.

Age limit: the notice prints the age limit as 35 (years). It prints no age cut-off date and no age relaxation. Candidates should check the official notification for any further eligibility details.

Pay and Tenure

The emoluments are Rs. 31,000 + 10 % HRA. The project runs for 01 Year and 06 Months. The advertised post lasts till November 2027 and can be extended further for a period of 06 months, subject to performance and availability of funds. The tenure of the Project Associate-I is co-terminus with the project. The notice also mentions an opportunity for doing Ph.D at NIT Puducherry as per Institute Norms.

How to Apply for NIT Puducherry PROJECT ASSOCIATE-I

1. Apply only through the online application portal www.nitpy.ac.in for the Project Associate-I position.
2. Submit the application on or before 27-11-2026.
3. Do not send any hardcopy; the notice says so in capital letters.
4. Be ready to produce original certificates and relevant documents at the time of the interview / selection process.

The notice gives the Principal Investigator's e-mail as [email protected] beneath the signature.

Selection and Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be intimated about the selection process through e-mail or phone. Original certificates and relevant documents are verified at the time of the interview / selection process. The decision of the selection committee is final. The notice prints no date or venue for the interview.

Important Instructions

• Candidates must ensure, before appearing for the selection process, that they are eligible for the position they apply for.
• No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview / selection process.
• Canvassing in any form leads to rejection of the candidature.
• NIT Puducherry does not bear any implications/obligations on the recruited project associate in a given project.
• Selected candidates will not be permitted to claim any regular / part-time appointment in this institute or any other during this period.

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