IIT Gandhinagar IT Associate-I Recruitment 2026

IIT Gandhinagar is hiring 1 IT Associate-I under its SAMARTH II research project in the Electrical Engineering department. If you have a B.Tech/B.E./M.Sc./MCA in Computer Science, IT or Electronics (or a general degree with 4 years of experience), you can apply online. The last date to apply is 31 July 2026. The consolidated monthly pay ranges from Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 70,000, and the maximum age limit is 30 years.

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) IT Associate-I Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) has released Advertisement No. SPON/10455/Advt0275 dated 16 July 2026 for 1 IT Associate-I post under Prof. Nihar Ranjan Mohapatra in the Electrical Engineering department. The role supports the SAMARTH II project (Silicon and Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Research and Training Hub), and involves keeping the project's IT infrastructure, website and digital systems running smoothly. This is a one-year temporary position, extendable based on satisfactory performance, and is a good fit for candidates who enjoy hands-on IT operations, server administration and technical support work in a research environment.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: B.Tech/B.E./M.Sc./MCA or an equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics or an appropriate discipline.
• Alternate Qualification: BCA/B.Sc./B.A./B.Com./B.B.A or an equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline, along with at least 4 years of post-qualification experience.
• Marks Requirement: You need a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent grade from Graduation onwards, and 55% in Class 10th and 12th.
• Preferred Experience: Website development and IT operations experience in academic or research institutions.
• Technical Skills: Managing web hosting, domains, SSL certificates and institutional email services.
• Server Skills: Familiarity with Linux server administration and basic network troubleshooting.
• Security Skills: Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and data backup/recovery procedures.
• Support Skills: Experience providing IT and audio-visual support for training programs, workshops and events.
• Other Skills: Exposure to SEO, web accessibility and website analytics tools; experience with IT asset and inventory management; good communication skills.

Age Limit

• You should be up to 30 years old as on the last date of submitting your application, i.e. 31 July 2026.

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 70,000, based on your qualification and experience.
• The appointment is for one year, extendable further based on satisfactory performance and project requirements.

How to Apply

1. Go to the IIT Gandhinagar project staff recruitment portal at recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff.
2. Look for the IT Associate-I post under Prof. Nihar Ranjan Mohapatra.
3. Register and fill in your personal, academic and work experience details.
4. Upload your resume, certificates, mark sheets and a recent photograph.
5. Review your form carefully and submit it online before 31 July 2026.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 16 July 2026
• Application Start Date: 16 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 31 July 2026

• Maintain and troubleshoot the project website and web hosting
• Manage domains, SSL certificates and institutional email services
• Administer Linux servers and resolve network issues
• Implement cybersecurity best practices and manage data backups
• Provide IT and audio-visual support during training programs and workshops
• Track IT assets and maintain inventory records
• Improve website SEO, accessibility and analytics tracking