The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), one of India’s premier technical and research institutions located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has announced a recruitment drive for various non-teaching positions. This is an excellent opportunity for Indian nationals who have the required educational qualifications and relevant work experience to secure a career in a prestigious academic and research environment. IIT Madras invites online applications for multiple Group A, B, and C posts, offering competitive pay scales and opportunities for professional growth in administrative, technical, and support roles. The recruitment aims to fill vacancies across diverse departments, ensuring efficiency and excellence in institutional administration and technical operations. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online and submit all necessary documents before the deadline.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 24 September 2025
- Online Application Start Date: 27 September 2025
- Online Application End Date: 26 October 2025 (up to 5:30 PM IST)
Total Vacancies
IIT Madras has announced a total of 35 vacancies across Group A, B, and C posts. The details are as follows:
Group A Posts:
- Deputy Registrar – 1 Post (EWS)
- Senior Technical Officer – 8 Posts (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST)
- Executive Engineer (Electrical, on Deputation) – 1 Post
- HVAC Officer (Direct Recruitment/Deputation/Contract) – 1 Post
- Technical Officer – 1 Post
- Assistant Registrar – 3 Posts (UR, EWS, ST)
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical) – 1 Post (SC)
Group B Post:
8. Junior Engineer – 9 Posts (Civil, Electrical, HVAC)
Group C Post:
9. Junior Assistant – 12 Posts
Application Fees
The application or processing fee varies based on the group and applicant category:
- Group A (Posts 1 to 7): ₹1200
- Group B & C (Posts 8 & 9): ₹600
- Exemptions: Women, SC, ST, and PwD candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
- Payment Mode: Online only. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Applicants applying for more than one post must submit separate applications and pay the fee for each post individually.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality:
- Candidates must be citizens of India.
2. Age Limit:
- Varies by post:
- Group A: 45–56 years depending on position and recruitment type (direct/deputation/contract)
- Group B: 32 years for Junior Engineer
- Group C: 27 years for Junior Assistant
- Age relaxations as per Government of India norms:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC-NCL: +3 years
- PwD / Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
- Internal IIT Madras candidates: As per institute norms
3. Educational Qualifications and Experience:
Group A:
- Deputy Registrar: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks; 5 years administrative experience as Assistant Registrar or equivalent.
- Senior Technical Officer: M.E/M.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Communication Engineering or related streams with 5 years experience; or B.E/B.Tech/M.Sc with 8 years experience at equivalent technical officer level.
- Executive Engineer (Electrical, Deputation): B.E/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering with 8 years relevant experience.
- HVAC Officer: B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 15 years experience managing large-scale AC/Chiller plants, Building Management Systems.
- Technical Officer: Master’s in Physiotherapy (Orthopedics/Occupational Therapy) with 5 years experience in Medical Devices Product Development or Bachelor’s with 8 years experience.
- Assistant Registrar: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks and 8 years supervisory experience in administration, finance, accounts, or academic management.
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical): M.E/M.Tech with 5 years experience or B.E/B.Tech with 8 years experience in Electrical Engineering.
Group B:
- Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, HVAC): Bachelor’s degree with 2 years experience or 3-year diploma with 5 years experience.
Group C:
- Junior Assistant: Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Science/Humanities/Commerce with computer proficiency.
4. Experience Requirements:
- Only relevant experience after the minimum qualifying degree will be considered. Experience must be documented with certificates specifying duties, duration, organization, and salary breakup.
Salary & Pay Scale
- Deputy Registrar / Senior Technical Officer: Pay Level 12
- Executive Engineer / HVAC Officer: Pay Level 11
- Technical Officer / Assistant Registrar / Assistant Executive Engineer: Pay Level 10
- Junior Engineer: Pay Level 6
- Junior Assistant: Pay Level 3
All pay scales are according to the 7th CPC (Central Pay Commission) norms, including basic pay, allowances, and benefits as per government regulations.
Selection Process
The selection process may include:
- Screening of applications
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience
- Written Test / Trade Test / Skill Test (if applicable)
- Personal Interview / Professional Competence Test
- Document Verification
Key Points:
- Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be shortlisted.
- IIT Madras reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates for tests and interviews based on qualifications and experience.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending interviews or tests.
Documents Required
Candidates must upload scanned copies of the following during online application:
- Proof of Date of Birth (SSLC/Matriculation Certificate)
- Educational Qualification Certificates (UG/PG/Diploma/Ph.D.) and Mark Sheets
- Experience Certificates on official letterhead with duties, duration, and salary breakup
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD/Ex-Servicemen, if applicable)
- UDID / Proof of disability for PwD candidates
- No Objection Certificate (for Government employees, if applicable)
Incomplete applications or missing documents will be rejected.
Terms & Conditions
- Appointments are subject to medical fitness.
- Reservations as per Government of India norms.
- Posts may be filled on direct recruitment, deputation, or contract.
- IIT Madras reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or cancel the recruitment at any stage.
- Data of non-selected candidates will be retained for six months post-recruitment.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online through the official IIT Madras recruitment portal.
- Ensure all details and documents are uploaded accurately.
- Print the confirmation page after submission; no hard copy is required to be sent.
- Last date for online submission: 26 October 2025, 5:30 PM IST
