IIT Gandhinagar Program Associate-I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 502,000 - 893,000; Full time

Job summary

IIT Gandhinagar invites applications for a temporary Program Associate-I (Grants Management) for 1 year, renewable based on performance. The position offers a pay range of Rs. 45,000 to Rs.

80,000 per month, depending on experience, with eligibility including a 60% (or equivalent) at graduation and 55% in classes 10 and 12. Qualified candidates will have strong communication, time management, and team skills, with the ability to analyze and summarize information.

Qualifications

• Proven communication skills, strong time management and interpersonal skills
• Initiative, enthusiasm and a flexible approach to work
• The ability to analyze, summarize and communicate information
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• B.Tech./B.E./M.Sc./M.C.A./LLM./CA/CMA/CS/MBA or equivalent in an appropriate discipline OR a related 4-year degree + 4 years post-qualification experience
• Academic percentage: minimum 60% from graduation onwards; 55% in class 10th and 12th

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively and manage time to meet project deadlines
• Analyze and summarize information for grants management
• Collaborate with team members to support project goals
• Adapt to a flexible work environment and work independently when required

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Flexibility

Analytical ability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor level degree or higher with 4+ years experience

Job description

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) has notified 1 temporary vacancy for the Program Associate-I (Grants Management) post under its 2026 recruitment. The appointment is for a tenure of 1 year, with renewal based on performance, and the notified pay is Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 80,000 per month based on experience. Candidates applying for the post must possess the prescribed qualification and meet the minimum percentage criteria specified in the official notification. Eligible applicants can submit their application through the online recruitment link on or before the last date of 31 October 2026.

IIT Gandhinagar Program Associate-I at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar

Advertisement No. OTH/12276/Advt0338

Department Research and Development

Project (title as printed) R&D

Funding Agency Not stated in the notice

Tenure 1 year (Renewal based on performance)

Post Name(s) Program Associate-I (Grants Management)

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Pay Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 80,000/- per month (Based on experience)

• B.Tech./B.E./M.Sc./M.C.A./LLM./CA/CMA/CS/MBA/Professional qualification or equivalent in an appropriate discipline. OR
• B.C.A./B.Sc./B.A./B.Com./B.B.A./LLB. or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline with a minimum of 04 years of post-qualification experience.

Academic Percentage Criteria: A minimum of 60% or equivalent grade from graduation onwards, and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th and 12th.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Proven communication skills, strong time management and interpersonal skills
• Initiative, enthusiasm and a flexible approach to work
• The ability to analyze, summarize and communicate information
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

IIT Gandhinagar Program Associate-I Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. Is this a permanent position or on contract?

The position is temporary for a duration of 1 year, and renewal will be based on the performance of the selected candidate.

Q2. What is the educational requirement for this position?

Applicants must hold a B.Tech., B.E., M.Sc., M.C.A., LLM, CA, CMA, CS, MBA, or equivalent professional qualification, OR a B.C.A., B.Sc., B.A., B.Com., B.B.A., LLB, or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 4 years of post-qualification experience, along with at least 60% marks from graduation onwards and 55% in class 10th and 12th.

Q3. What is the monthly remuneration offered?

The consolidated monthly remuneration ranges from Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 80,000/- per month, depending on the experience of the selected candidate.

Q4. What is the last date to submit the application?

The last date for application submission is 31.10.2026.

Q5. Where can candidates apply online?

Candidates can apply online through the official recruitment link at http://recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff/.