The Indian Institute of Information Technology, Nagpur (IIITN) has released the latest notification for the recruitment of Project Associate-I (PA-I) under the ANRF-PAIR funded project titled “ANRF PAIR IITB HUB”. Interested candidates can apply for this contractual position against Advertisement No.: IIITN/ANRF-PAIR/Manpower/2026/02. Welcome to rojgar khabar, where we provide authentic job updates. Candidates are highly advised to read the complete official notification PDF thoroughly before submitting their application format via email. The last date for the submission of the application is 22-08-2026.
IIIT Nagpur (IIITN) Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement No. | IIITN/ANRF-PAIR/Manpower/2026/02 |
| Application Begin | 08-08-2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 22-08-2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm from the IIIT Nagpur official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| All Category Female | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| Payment Mode | No Application Fee is required for this recruitment. |
IIIT Nagpur Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 22-08-2026
- Minimum Age: Not Specified (Usually 18 Years or Post-Graduation completion age).
- Maximum Age: 35 Years (As per standard ANRF/SERB guidelines for Project Associate-I).
- Age Relaxation Extra as per Indian Institute of Information Technology, Nagpur (IIITN) and Government of India Recruitment Rules.
Post Name, Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Eligibility Criteria & Desired Skills |
| Project Associate-I (PA-I) | Various (Subject to project requirement under ANRF PAIR IITB HUB) | • Educational Qualification: Four Years BE / B.Tech. Graduate in Computer Science or Allied Branches / Disciplines from a recognized university. • Marks Required: Minimum aggregate percentage 60% (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD Candidates). • Desirable Qualification: Qualified in National eligibility test/exam like GATE, CSIR-UGC NET, or National-level examination conducted by Central Govt. Departments. • Desired Skills: Knowledge of programming skills in MATLAB / Python, Operating Systems, Parallel and Distributed Computing, and Computer Networks. Good communication skills and ability to work in a team. • Salary: Rs. 37,000 + 20% HRA (Through GATE/NET) OR Rs. 30,000 + 20% HRA (Otherwise). |
Mode of Selection Process
The selection process for the IIIT Nagpur Project Associate-I Vacancy will be based on the following chronological stages:
- Shortlisting of Applications: Based on merit, academic performance, and project relevance. (Mere possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call).
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview date via email. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Document Verification: At the time of the interview (Original and attested photocopies of all certificates required).
- Medical Fitness / Joining.
IIIT Nagpur Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
(Note: No written exam syllabus is applicable as this is a direct interview-based selection process. Shortlisted candidates will be assessed based on their core engineering subjects, programming knowledge in Python/MATLAB, and understanding of the project’s sub-theme).
How To Apply Offline (via Email) for IIIT Nagpur Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the IIIT Nagpur Project Associate-I post must submit their application offline (via email) before 22-08-2026 up to 5.00 PM. Please follow these detailed step-by-step instructions:
- First, download the official Application Form format from the important link section below or the official website
www.iiitn.ac.in. - Take a printout of the application form and fill in all the required details carefully (Personal Information, Educational Qualifications, Experience, etc.).
- Attach self-attested copies of all supporting documents (Educational certificates, ID proof, age proof, experience certificates, GATE/NET scorecards if any).
- Scan the completed application form along with all the supporting documents and merge them into a Single PDF file.
- Send this single PDF file to the official recruitment email ID: recruitment@iiitn.ac.in.
- The Subject Line of the email MUST be formatted exactly as:
Application for the Post of PA-I (Ref:- IIITN/ANRF-PAIR/Manpower/2026/02) [Your Name]. - Late or incomplete applications will be summarily rejected, so ensure you send the email well before the 5:00 PM deadline on August 22, 2026.
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| Download Application Form | Click Here (Navigate to PA-I ANRF PAIR IITB HUB Section to download) |
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Important Question about recruitment (FAQ)
1. Who is eligible to apply for IIIT Nagpur Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026?
Candidates holding a 4-year B.E/B.Tech degree in Computer Science or Allied Branches with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD) are eligible to apply. GATE or NET qualification is highly desirable but not strictly mandatory.
2. What is the last date to submit the application form?
The last date for submission of the offline/email application is 22nd August 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
3. What is the salary/stipend for the Project Associate-I at IIIT Nagpur?
Candidates who have qualified through a National Eligibility Test (GATE/NET) will receive Rs. 37,000 + 20% HRA. Other candidates will receive Rs. 30,000 + 20% HRA.
4. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
The selection process consists of the Shortlisting of Applications based on merit and project relevance, followed by a Personal Interview (either online or offline) and Document Verification.
5. How do I send the application form?
Candidates must fill out the prescribed format, attach all necessary educational and identity documents, scan them into a single PDF file, and email it to recruitment@iiitn.ac.in with the proper subject line before the final deadline.
