Anna Univ Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Anna University is hiring 1 Project Assistant for the CMRG project CMRG2400863 at the Madras Institute of Technology (MIT) Campus, Chennai. If you have a relevant B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech background in biomedical, robotics, mechanical, electronics, computer science, IT or related engineering areas, you can apply by post and email. The last date is 30 June 2026 by 5:30 PM. Salary is a consolidated Rs. 25,000 per month for a temporary project role.

Anna University Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Department of Production Technology, Madras Institute of Technology Campus, Anna University has released a notice dated 11 June 2026 for a Project Assistant under the Chief Minister's Research Grant (CMRG), 2024-25. The project title is Neuro-Driven Lower Limb Exoskeleton for Restoring Mobility, sanctioned under Proceedings No. CMRG/3005/H3/2024/120. The work is research-focused and engineering-heavy, so it is best suited for candidates interested in robotics, assistive devices, control systems, embedded systems, sensors and patient-centric rehabilitation technology.

The project is funded by DOTE/CMRG/Government of Tamil Nadu and will be carried out at MIT Campus, Chromepet, Chennai. The Principal Investigator is Dr. P. Ganesh, Associate Professor, Department of Production Technology. The appointment is initially for 6 months and may be extended based on performance, with total project duration of 20 months.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech route: Biomedical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics and Automation, Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Industrial, Instrumentation and Control, EEE, ECE, CSE, IT or a closely relevant degree specialization.
• M.E./M.Tech route: Medical Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics and Automation, Industrial Automation and Robotics, Automobile, Automotive, Manufacturing, CIM, CAD/CAM, Engineering Design, Product Design, Power Electronics and Drives, Control System Engineering, Electrical Drives and Embedded Controls, Computer Science, Embedded System Technologies, IT, Applied Electronics or a closely relevant specialization.
• Closely relevant specialization: The interview committee may consider related specializations if no suitable candidate is found in the advertised specializations.

Desirable Qualification and Skills

• PG degree in the above specialization is highly desirable.
• Skills in CAD modelling, simulation, CAM, control systems, embedded hardware and sensors such as EEG, EMG and IMU.
• Programming exposure in MATLAB, Python or ROS.
• Experience in assistive or rehabilitation technology, neuro-signal processing and AI/ML/deep learning integration.
• Good problem-solving ability, interdisciplinary teamwork, empathy towards patient-centric applications and strong communication skills.

Application form note: The attached form asks for personal details, date of birth, address, mobile number, email, gender, Aadhaar number, community, education from SSLC onwards, qualifying exams such as GATE/CSIR/UGC/NET if any, work experience and additional skill information. Fill these carefully because the department will use your form and certificates for shortlisting before the written test or interview.

Salary

• Consolidated monthly pay: Rs. 25,000.
• The notice does not mention HRA, DA or separate allowances for this project position.
• The appointment is purely temporary and linked to the project duration.

Application Fee

• The notice does not mention any application fee for this Project Assistant recruitment.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written test or interview.

Project fit: Because the project is about a neuro-driven lower limb exoskeleton, highlight work connected with robotics, biomedical devices, sensors, CAD design, control systems, embedded systems, rehabilitation tools, AI/ML or patient-centred engineering. If you have done a final-year project, internship, publication or lab work in these areas, mention it clearly in the application and attach proof wherever available.

Selection Process

Anna University will shortlist applicants and then call them for written test and/or interview. The exact date and time will be sent to shortlisted candidates by email only.

1. Application Screening: The department checks qualification, specialization, skills, experience and certificates.
2. Written Test if Required: Shortlisted candidates may have to attend a written test. The notice does not give a detailed question pattern.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend the interview with original certificates and relevant documents.
4. Document Verification: Any claim about qualification or experience must be supported with certificates.

The selected candidate is also permitted to register for the Ph.D. programme in Anna University, Chennai, as mentioned in the notice.

How to Apply

1. Fill the prescribed Project Assistant application form attached with the official PDF.
2. Attach self-attested photocopies of educational qualifications, date of birth certificate, mark sheets and experience certificates.
3. Do not enclose original certificates with the application.
4. Send the hard copy by post so that it reaches Dr. P. Ganesh, Associate Professor, Department of Production Technology, Madras Institute of Technology Campus, Anna University, Chromepet, Chennai - 600044.
5. Also send a scanned PDF copy of the application to pganesh@mitindia.edu.
6. Write Application for the post of Project Assistant - CMRG2400863 on the top of the cover.
7. Make sure both the postal application and scanned copy are sent before 30 June 2026 by 5:30 PM.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 11 June 2026
• Application Start: 11 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2026 by 5:30 PM
• Written Test / Interview Date: To be informed later by email

• Work on the neuro-driven lower limb exoskeleton research project
• Handle CAD modelling, simulation, control system and embedded hardware tasks as assigned
• Assist with EEG, EMG, IMU sensor work and rehabilitation technology experiments
• Prepare data, test notes, design files and project progress documentation
• Support MATLAB, Python, ROS or AI/ML related implementation work where needed
• Follow laboratory safety rules and project protocols at MIT Campus
• Coordinate with the Principal Investigator and team members during reviews and demonstrations