IIT Madras System Administrator Recruitment 2026

IIT Madras is hiring 1 System Administrator on a contract basis at the Centre for Programmable Photonic Integrated Circuits and Systems, Chennai. If you have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, ECE or Computer Applications with at least 3 years of R&D lab experience, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 3 June 2026. Consolidated salary is Rs. 75,000 to Rs. 95,000 per month with a 5% increment every year. The initial contract is for one year, extendable up to five years based on performance.

IIT Madras System Administrator Recruitment 2026 - Advt 90/2026

The Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), Indian Institute of Technology Madras has issued Advertisement No. ICSR/PR/Advt.90/2026 dated 14 May 2026 for the temporary post of System Administrator in the Centre for Programmable Photonic Integrated Circuits and Systems, coordinated by Prof. Bijoy Krishna Das, Department of Electrical Engineering. The role focuses on managing servers, networks, HPC nodes, data security, and lab IT/OT infrastructure for a cutting-edge photonics research lab. Experienced Linux/Unix administrators with HPC, scripting, and cloud knowledge are the ideal candidates.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Applications, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of R&D lab experience after the qualifying degree.

Technical Skills Required

• Strong proficiency in Linux/Unix administration (Red Hat, SuSE, Debian)
• Experience managing HPC nodes, servers, storage systems, and network configuration (TCP/IP, firewalls)
• Scripting in Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation
• Knowledge of LIMS, VMWare virtualization, and cloud services (AWS, Azure)
• Familiarity with data acquisition tools, scientific instruments, and high-tech lab equipment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for collaborating with research engineers

Indian citizens are eligible. Migrants from Pakistan or subjects of Nepal need an eligibility certificate from the Government of India.

Salary

• Consolidated salary: Rs. 75,000 to Rs. 95,000 per month (depending on qualifications and experience)
• 5% annual increment every year
• Duration: 1 year initially, extendable up to 5 years based on performance

Selection Process

Selection is through shortlisting based on qualifications and experience:

1. Shortlisting based on online application information. The institute may restrict the number of candidates for test/interview based on qualifications and relevance of experience.
2. Written / Skill Test / Interview as decided by the institute. Mode of screening is at the institute's discretion.
3. Document Verification at the time of test/interview. Hard copy of the application is NOT to be sent — only carry it when called.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The institute reserves the right to not fill the post.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official IC&SR careers portal at icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php.
2. Check Advertisement No. Advt.90/2026 and click on the System Administrator position.
3. Register with your active email ID and complete the online application form.
4. Fill in your educational qualifications, experience, and technical skills accurately.
5. Submit the application before 3 June 2026. The application cannot be edited once submitted.
6. Take a printout of the submitted application — you will need it at the time of test/interview/document verification.
7. If you are already working on a project at IIT Madras, apply through proper channel or carry an NOC.

For technical issues only, email icsrrecruitment6@icsrpis.iitm.ac.in or icsrrecruitment@icsrpis.iitm.ac.in or call 044-2257 8843 (Mon-Fri, 9 AM to 5:30 PM).

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 14 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 3 June 2026
• Test / Interview Date: To be announced

• Manage and maintain servers, network infrastructure, websites, and internal login/authentication systems
• Implement data security, user access controls, system backups, and cybersecurity protocols
• Monitor overall system performance, network reliability, and uptime of project IT resources
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, server, and network issues across the lab
• Provide technical support to research engineers and project users
• Maintain documentation related to IT infrastructure and system administration activities
• Support project-related computing, data management, and networking activities for PIC research