IIT Mandi Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026

IIT Mandi has released a notification for 1 Project Associate-II post under a DST-funded Yoga research project at the Indian Knowledge System & Mental Health Applications Centre (IKSMHA). If you have a Master's in Yoga or Bachelor's in Yoga & Naturopathy Science with 2 years of research experience, you can apply online via Google Form. Last date to apply is 20 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs 28,000 to Rs 35,000 per month plus HRA.

IIT Mandi Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post

Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi), located in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, has invited applications for the post of Project Associate-II under the project titled "Effect of add-on Yoga based intervention on neurophysiological attention mechanisms in schizophrenia — a randomized controlled trial". This project is funded by DST under the Science and Heritage Research Initiative (SHRI) and runs until August 2028. The position is based at IIT Mandi's IKSMHA Centre, which conducts cutting-edge research combining Indian Knowledge Systems with modern neuroscience. This is a temporary position for 1 year, renewable based on performance until the project ends.

Who Can Apply?

• Essential Qualification: Master's in Yoga OR Bachelor's in Yoga & Naturopathy Science (BNYS) or equivalent degree
• Experience: You need at least 2 years of research experience
• Desirable Qualification: Experience in EEG & fMRI data acquisition will give you an advantage
• Nationality: Only Indian nationals can apply

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years
• Age relaxation can be considered for candidates with exceptional records and as per Government Reservation Norms (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD)

Salary

• NET/GATE qualified candidates: Rs 35,000 per month plus HRA as applicable
• Other candidates: Rs 28,000 per month plus HRA as applicable
• This is a consolidated salary (no separate DA or other allowances beyond HRA)

Application Fee

• No application fee — you can apply for free via the Google Form

Selection Process

Selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Shortlisting: IIT Mandi will shortlist eligible candidates based on qualifications, research experience, and CV. The institute may set higher criteria than the minimum advertised qualifications.
2. Interview (Online/Offline): Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. Details will be shared on the website or communicated individually.

Note: Relaxation of marks may be given to SC/ST candidates as per Government of India norms.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your CV with personal details, academic qualifications, research experience, and publications (if any).
2. Go to the official Google Form link provided by IIT Mandi.
3. Fill in your details and upload your CV.
4. Submit the form before 10:00 PM on 20 April 2026.

For any queries about eligibility, you can email Dr. Ramajayam Govindaraji at ramajayam@iitmandi.ac.in.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 02 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 20 April 2026 (by 10:00 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Assist in designing and conducting Yoga-based intervention studies for schizophrenia patients
• Collect and analyse neurophysiological data using EEG and fMRI tools
• Prepare research reports, manuscripts, and presentations for publication
• Coordinate with clinical partners for participant recruitment and trial management
• Maintain proper documentation of research protocols, data, and ethical clearances
• Support the Principal Investigator in day-to-day project activities and reporting to DST