IIT Madras Manager Facility Recruitment 2026

IIT Madras is hiring 1 Manager - Facility on a contract basis at the Sudha & Shankar Innovation Hub, Chennai. If you have any UG degree with at least 10 years of experience, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 13 May 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 50,000 per month. Retired Army Officers and Ex-Servicemen are preferred.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) Manager Facility Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras has released notification under Advertisement No. ICSR/PR/Advt.83/2026 for the temporary post of Manager - Facility at the School of Innovation & Entrepreneurship. The role is initially for six months, with extension based on performance. Retired Army Officers and Ex-Servicemen with strong leadership skills are preferred for this position that oversees facility operations at the Innovation Hub.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must have any UG (Undergraduate) degree from a recognised university.
• Experience: You need at least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Preferred Profile: Retired Army Officers or Ex-Servicemen with leadership experience and strong attention to detail.
• Citizenship: You must be a citizen of India.

Salary

• You will get a salary between Rs. 30,000 and Rs. 50,000 per month, based on your qualifications and experience.
• The position is purely on contract basis for an initial period of six months, extendable based on performance.

Selection Process

Selection is done in the following stages:

1. Application Screening: Based on qualification, experience and preferred profile match.
2. Test / Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview. The Institute decides the mode of screening.
3. Document Verification: Original certificates verified at the time of test/interview.

Note: Calling a candidate for test/interview is not a guarantee of selection. The Institute reserves the right to not fill any position.

How to Apply

1. Go to the IIT Madras IC&SR careers portal at icsrstaff.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php.
2. Register yourself with a valid and active email ID.
3. Find the advertisement Advt.83/2026 and select the Manager - Facility position.
4. Fill in the online application form completely.
5. Submit the application before 13 May 2026.
6. Take a printout for your records (do not send hard copy to the Institute).

Note: Once submitted, the application cannot be edited. Apply only after checking all details carefully.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 29 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 13 May 2026
• Test / Interview Date: To be announced

• Maintain the entire building, labs, offices and common areas in clean and safe condition
• Oversee electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and civil works at the Innovation Hub
• Plan and execute monthly and annual Preventive Maintenance Plans for HVAC, DG sets, lifts, pumps and fire panels
• Respond immediately to breakdowns and coordinate with electrical, A/C and civil teams
• Manage contracts with security, housekeeping and AMC vendors and review SLAs
• Implement fire safety protocols, conduct fire drills and monthly safety audits
• Supervise parking area, CCTV and visitor management at the campus
• Submit daily facility status reports and maintain organised records of contracts and audits