The Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR) at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras is inviting applications for the position of Principal Project Officer. There is a total of 01 vacancy for this post, and the last date to apply is 12 November 2026.
Office of Industrial Consultancy Principal Project 2026: 01 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), Indian Institute of Technology Madras |
| Post Name | Principal Project Officer |
| Advt No | ICSR/PR/Advt. 225/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | IIT Madras, Chennai |
| Official Website | icandsr.iitm.ac.in |

Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the application process.
| Advertisement date | 29 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 12 November 2026 |
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify any application fee for this post.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General | Not specified |
| SC/ST | Not specified |
Age Limit
The official notification does not specify any age limit for this position.
| Age Limit | Not specified |
Vacancy Details
This section provides information about the vacancies available for the post of Principal Project Officer.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
| Principal Project Officer | 01 | Rs.1,20,000/- to Rs.1,50,000/- |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must have one of the following qualifications to be eligible for the Principal Project Officer position: a Master’s degree in engineering with 10 years of experience, a Master’s degree in science with 15 years of experience, or a Ph.D. with 3 years of experience. Only relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree will be counted.
| Qualification | Experience |
| Master’s degree in Engineering | 10 years |
| Master’s degree in Science | 15 years |
| Ph.D. | 3 years |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary range for the Principal Project Officer position is as follows.
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Principal Project Officer | Rs.1,20,000/- to Rs.1,50,000/- |
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted for a test and/or interview based on the information provided in their online applications. The selection process may include the following stages:
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
- Written test, skill test, or interview.
- Contact via e-mail for shortlisted applicants.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow these steps to apply for the position:
- Open the application questionnaire (Google Form) and fill it in.
- Provide your updated CV, relevant qualifications, and experience.
- Register and apply online on the IC&SR current openings page.
- Submit the application for the position with advertisement number Advt.225/2026.
- Ensure to provide a correct and active e-mail address.
- Check all entries before submission as the application cannot be edited afterward.
- Print the submitted application form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
No, freshers are not eligible. Candidates must have relevant experience as specified in the eligibility criteria.
What is the mode of exam?
The mode of exam will be determined based on the selection process, which may include a written test or interview.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates will need to provide their educational certificates, experience letters, and a No-Objection Certificate if currently employed at IIT Madras.
Documents Required
- Updated CV
- Educational certificates
- Experience letters
- No-Objection Certificate (if currently employed at IIT Madras)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for the wrong post code.
- Missing the date on certificates.
- Submitting multiple applications for the same post.
- Providing an incorrect e-mail address.
- Failing to print the submitted application form.
முக்கிய தகவல்கள் தமிழில்
- அமைப்பு: இந்திய தொழில்நுட்ப நிறுவனம் மதராஸ்
- பதவி: முதன்மை திட்ட அலுவலர்
- மொத்த பணியிடங்கள்: 01
- கல்வி: M.Phil/Ph.D
- கடைசி தேதி: 12 நவம்பர் 2026
- எப்படி விண்ணப்பிக்க: ஆன்லைனில்
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्थान: भारतीय प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान मद्रास
- पद: प्रमुख परियोजना अधिकारी
- कुल पद: 01
- योग्यता: M.Phil/Ph.D
- अंतिम तिथि: 12 नवंबर 2026
- कैसे आवेदन करें: ऑनलाइन