TIFR Project Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 — 3 Posts

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai is hiring for 3 project-based posts under an archival initiative supported by a grant from the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust. The posts are Project Research Assistant, Project Research Associate and Project Consultant (Accounts), with a consolidated pay of up to Rs. 55,000 per month. Selection is through a personal interview only. Apply by email before 5 June 2026.

TIFR Project Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 - 3 Posts

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), an autonomous institution of the Department of Atomic Energy and a Deemed University, has released Advertisement No. 2026/11 for 3 project posts under its archival project. All positions are based at TIFR, Mumbai. The Project Research Assistant and Project Research Associate posts are full-time, while the Project Consultant (Accounts) post is part-time. These are temporary, non-pensionable posts that may be renewed each year for up to three years based on performance.

Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply?

Project Research Assistant (Rs. 45,000/month)

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• Desirable: Experience in archives, museums or cultural institutions; familiarity with archival cataloguing and documentation; exposure to digitisation and database management; experience in oral history documentation.

Project Research Associate (Rs. 55,000/month)

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline of Science, Archival Studies, Library & Information Science, Museum Studies, or a related field.
• Desirable: 1-2 years' experience in archives, museums, libraries or cultural institutions; knowledge of digital archives, databases, metadata frameworks and digitisation workflows.

Project Consultant - Accounts (Rs. 30,000/month)

• Graduate from a recognised University/Institute with an aggregate of 50% marks.
• Must be a retired employee from Government / Semi-Government / Autonomous Body / PSU with relevant experience in Accounts/Finance.
• Proficiency in word processing, database management and accounting procedures, plus working knowledge of computers and accounting applications.

Age Limit

• Project Research Assistant: Maximum 32 years
• Project Research Associate: Maximum 35 years
• Project Consultant - Accounts: Maximum 62 years (retired employees)

Salary

• Project Research Assistant: Rs. 45,000 per month (consolidated, including HRA)
• Project Research Associate: Rs. 55,000 per month (consolidated, including HRA)
• Project Consultant - Accounts: Rs. 30,000 per month (part-time, consolidated)

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

There is no written exam for any of the posts.

1. Personal Interview: All three posts are filled through a personal interview. Only shortlisted candidates are contacted.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your updated CV, a cover letter, and copies of your educational and experience certificates.
2. Email your application to tifrarchives@tifr.res.in (or tifr.archives@gmail.com).
3. In the email subject line, write: "Application for the post of [Post Name] - TIFR Archives Project".
4. Make sure your application reaches before 5 June 2026.

Applications received after the last date will not be considered.

Important Dates

• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 5 June 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Catalogue, document and digitise archival materials at TIFR
• Assist in oral history projects including transcription and editing
• Support collection management and archival exhibitions
• Help with research for publications and institutional projects
• Manage project-related financial work, accounts and budget tracking (Consultant - Accounts)
• Process payments, invoices and prepare utilisation certificates (Consultant - Accounts)
• Coordinate with the Accounts Section for audit and compliance