The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) has announced recruitment for a variety of technical and administrative positions for the year 2026. A total of 17 vacancies are available across research, engineering, design, management and support roles. Applications are accepted online until 20‑06‑2026.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Mandi |
| Post(s) | CEO, Project Office Assistant and various technical posts |
| Total Vacancies | 17 |
| Advertisement No. | IITM/SRIC/Project No. IITM/MeitY/LB/590 (1) Dtd.03.04.26 |
| Salary (per month) | ₹10,000 – ₹2,50,000 (varies by post) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Last Date to Apply | 20‑06‑2026 |
Post & Organization Details
- Company Name: Indian Institute of Technology Mandi
- Post Name: CEO, Project Office Assistant and More Posts
- No. of Posts: 17
- Advertisement No.: IITM/SRIC/Project No. IITM/MeitY/LB/590 (1) Dtd.03.04.26
- Salary Range: Rs. 10,000 – 250,000 per month
- Qualification: Ph.D. in Engineering/Physics/Materials Science/Electronics/Photonics/Quantum Technologies, or equivalent Master’s/Bachelor’s with exceptional experience
- Last Date: 20‑06‑2026
- Apply Mode: Online
- Job Type: Contract
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Visiting Professor / Engineer / Scientist | 4 |
| Organic Synthetic Chemist – Organic Gel Scientist | 1 |
| Product Development Manager – Scientific Product Design | 1 |
| Optical Laser Circuit Design Specialist | 1 |
| Photonics Device Maker / Quantum Optical Systems Specialist | 1 |
| PCB Design and Microwave/Antenna Engineer | 1 |
| FPGA Systems and Instrumentation Engineer | 1 |
| Electronic Device Programming, Interfacing, and Wireless Electromagnetics Engineer | 1 |
| AI/LLM Hardware Integration Engineer | 1 |
| Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | 1 |
| Manager cum Accountant (Project Manager) | 1 |
| Assistant Project Manager | 2 |
| Project Office Assistant | 1 |
| Total | 17 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Visiting Professor / Engineer / Scientist: Ph.D. in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Electronics, Photonics, Quantum Technologies or related discipline, or Master’s with exceptional industry/research experience; minimum 10‑15 years experience.
- Organic Synthetic Chemist – Organic Gel Scientist: B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or Synthetic Organic Chemistry with at least one peer‑reviewed publication and a completed synthesis project.
- Product Development Manager – Scientific Product Design: B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Product Design, Industrial Design, Design Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with at least one end‑to‑end product development project.
- Optical Laser Circuit Design Specialist: B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Photonics, Optics, Applied Physics or Electrical Engineering with a completed optical circuit/laser system project.
- Photonics Device Maker / Quantum Optical Systems Specialist: B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Photonics, Optics, Applied Physics or Electrical Engineering with a project in optical sensing/photonic devices/quantum optics.
- PCB Design and Microwave/Antenna Engineer: B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation or RF Engineering with at least one fabricated and tested PCB project.
- FPGA Systems and Instrumentation Engineer: B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering or Embedded Systems with a functional FPGA‑based hardware system.
- Electronic Device Programming, Interfacing, and Wireless Electromagnetics Engineer: B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Electronics, Instrumentation, Electrical or Embedded Systems with a project in device control/sensor interfacing/embedded/wireless circuits.
- AI/LLM Hardware Integration Engineer: B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electronics, IT or Computer Engineering with a demonstrable local/personal LLM deployment project.
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO): Bachelor’s in Engineering or Master’s in Science/Engineering/Management with 8‑10 years experience in technology/innovation‑driven organisations.
- Manager cum Accountant (Project Manager): Bachelor’s or Master’s in Commerce/Finance/Accounting (CA/CMA preferred) with 5‑10 years experience.
- Assistant Project Manager: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 3‑7 years experience in administrative/secretarial/office management.
- Project Office Assistant: Graduate (B.Sc./B.A./B.Com./B.B.A./B.C.A. or equivalent) with 0‑3 years experience in office support.
Pay Scale & Salary
| Post Name | Salary (per month) |
|---|---|
| Visiting Professor / Engineer / Scientist | ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,00,000 |
| Organic Synthetic Chemist – Organic Gel Scientist | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,70,000 |
| Product Development Manager – Scientific Product Design | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,70,000 |
| Optical Laser Circuit Design Specialist | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,70,000 |
| Photonics Device Maker / Quantum Optical Systems Specialist | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,70,000 |
| PCB Design and Microwave/Antenna Engineer | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,70,000 |
| FPGA Systems and Instrumentation Engineer | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,70,000 |
| Electronic Device Programming, Interfacing, and Wireless Electromagnetics Engineer | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,70,000 |
| AI/LLM Hardware Integration Engineer | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,70,000 |
| Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,50,000 |
| Manager cum Accountant (Project Manager) | ₹70,000 – ₹80,000 |
| Assistant Project Manager | ₹40,000 – ₹60,000 |
| Project Office Assistant | ₹10,000 – ₹30,000 |
Application Fee
No specific application fee has been mentioned in the official notification. Candidates should verify on the official application portal if any fee is required.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 03‑04‑2026 |
| Last Date for Application | 20‑06‑2026 |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates
- Interview
How to Apply
- Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the desired post.
- Visit the Official Website or the direct apply link provided in the Important Links section.
- Complete the online application form before 20‑06‑2026.
- Upload required documents (photograph, signature, educational and experience certificates) in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review all entered information carefully.
- Submit the application.
- Take a printout or save a PDF copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
FAQ’s
- What is the last date to apply for the IIT Mandi recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application is 20th June 2026. - How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
There are a total of 17 vacancies for various technical and administrative positions. - Is there any application fee?
The official notification does not specify an application fee; candidates should check the online portal for any updates. - What is the selection process?
Candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility and then called for an interview. - Can I apply for more than one post?
The notification does not mention multiple applications; candidates should apply for the post for which they meet the eligibility criteria.