IIT Gandhinagar Assistant IT Officer Recruitment 2026

IIT Gandhinagar is hiring 1 Assistant IT Officer on a contract basis for its Institute Management System (IMS) division. You can earn a monthly salary of Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 1,15,000. You need an M.Tech in CS/IT with 6 years of experience, or a B.Tech/B.E./MCA/M.Sc.(IT) with 8 years of experience in software development. The last date to apply is 19 April 2026.

IIT Gandhinagar Assistant IT Officer Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN), one of India's premier engineering institutions established in 2008 under the Ministry of Education, has released Advertisement No. IP/12162/Advt0160 for the post of Assistant IT Officer. This is a contractual position in the IMS division, ideal for experienced full-stack developers who want to work at a top IIT campus in Gujarat.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

You need one of the following:

• M.Tech in Computer Science or Information Technology (regular mode) with at least 6 years of post-qualification experience in software development at a reputed organization or industry
• B.Tech / B.E. in Computer Science & Engineering / IT (regular), or MCA / M.Sc. (IT), or equivalent professional qualification with at least 8 years of post-qualification experience in software development at a reputed organization or industry

Percentage Requirements

• 60% or equivalent grade from graduation onwards
• 55% or equivalent grade in Class 10th and 12th

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 40 years as on the last date of application (19 April 2026)
• Relaxation of age may be considered for exceptionally meritorious candidates with prior approval of IIT Gandhinagar

Salary

• Monthly consolidated pay: Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 1,15,000
• This is a contractual post for 1 year, extendible on an annual basis based on your yearly performance
• No separate allowances mentioned — the salary is a consolidated package

Required Skills

You should be a full-stack developer with hands-on experience in:

• Backend: C#, .NET Core, Core PHP, Laravel 7, Web API, REST API, web services
• Frontend: Vue.js, JavaScript, XHTML, HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, AJAX, JSON, Bootstrap, Angular, TypeScript
• Databases: MySQL, MS SQL, jQuery — including writing queries, joins, stored procedures, triggers, and performance optimization
• DevOps & CI/CD: GitHub, SVN, MS Visio, Gantt charts, and related tools
• Security: Secure coding principles, data compliance and security practices
• Nice to have: MongoDB, Node.js, React.js, Angular.js, Moodle CMS
• Soft skills: Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills

Application Fee

• No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification

Selection Process

The selection has 3 stages:

1. Shortlisting: Your application will be screened based on qualifications and experience. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee a call for the test.
2. Assessment Test (MCQ): Shortlisted candidates will take a multiple-choice question test conducted by the IMS team at IITGN.
3. Practical Test: After the MCQ, you will face a practical test to demonstrate your coding and technical skills.

The selection committee's decision is final and binding. IITGN reserves the right not to call any candidate for an interview.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official recruitment portal at recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff/
2. Read the instructions carefully and fill in the online application form with accurate information
3. Attach the latest copy of your Curriculum Vitae (CV) with detailed education and professional experience
4. Make sure the email ID you enter will remain valid for at least 1 year — no changes allowed after submission
5. If you are currently working in a Government Department / PSU / Autonomous Body / Educational Institution, you must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview
6. Submit your application before 19 April 2026

Important Dates

• Notification Published: 30 March 2026
• Application Start Date: Within one month of the advertisement approval
• Last Date to Apply: 19 April 2026
• Exam Date: To be announced

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux/Windows-based servers for the institute
• Handle full-stack development — front-end, backend, and database creation in .NET/PHP environments
• Prepare software documentation and update existing documentation as needed
• Ensure cross-platform compatibility and application security across Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Mentor and work with cross-functional teams to identify, triage, and document issues
• Manage critical applications, CRON jobs, and backups through Shell/Python scripting
• Perform database tuning, query optimization, upgrades, backup, recovery, and migration
• Design, develop, and deploy unit test cases for desktop and custom web applications
• Monitor scheduled backup activity and implement quality and delivery best practices