Indian Institute of Astrophysics
Contractual / Regular

IIA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 17, 2026
Project Assistant

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Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
2
Pay Scale
₹ 37,000 per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Maximum 35 Years (as on 06.10.2026)
Job Location
Karnataka50Bengaluru25

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 11, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 11, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 6, 2026

4

Exam Date

Oct 6, 2026

Application Window11 Sep – 6 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date6 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must hold a Master's or BS-MS degree in Physics or Mathematics, OR a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology (B.E./B.Tech) with at least 60% marks in aggregate (or equivalent grade) from a recognized University or Institution.
Post 1 (Job ID: IIA/11/2026-27/01): Basic knowledge of amateur astronomy, fluency in written and spoken Kannada, and experience in science/astronomy communication in non-urban settings.
Post 2 (Job ID: IIA/11/2026-27/02): Basic knowledge of astronomy and physics, aptitude in developing science demonstrations and low-cost astronomy kits, and familiarity with electronics, optics, CAD, or 3D printing.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Maximum age limit is 35 years as on the date of Walk-in Interview (06.10.2026). Age relaxation is admissible to SC/ST/OBC (NCL) and PwBD candidates as per Government of India guidelines.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Candidate Registration & Document Verification

OfflineQualifying Only

Written Screening Test (Conditional)

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Walk-in Personal Interview

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Selection will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the IIA Campus, Koramangala, Bengaluru. Candidates must register between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM. In the event of a large turnout, IIA reserves the right to conduct a written screening examination to shortlist candidates for the personal interview.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Credentials & Scientific FundamentalsEssential ScreeningEvaluation of Master's/BS-MS in Physics/Maths or B.E./B.Tech with minimum 60% aggregate marks.
Science Communication & Kannada Proficiency (Post 1)Field Outreach SuitabilityFluency in written and spoken Kannada, amateur astronomy tools, and experience in rural science communication.
STEM Prototyping & Astronomy Kit Development (Post 2)Technical & Design AptitudeHands-on ability to research, prototype, and assemble low-cost astronomy kits; familiarity with optics, electronics, CAD, and 3D printing.
Personal Interview PerformanceFinal Merit SelectionCommunication clarity, pedagogical passion, and enthusiasm for promoting science literacy in under-served communities.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Engaged under the Science Communication, Public Outreach, and Education (SCOPE) section of IIA Bengaluru. The NCSTC/DST project focuses on promoting astronomy literacy across rural Karnataka (Arivu Kendras and residential schools), Tamil Nadu, and Ladakh (Hanle Dark Sky Reserve vicinity). Responsibilities involve hands-on outreach, conducting sky-gazing sessions with telescopes, developing low-cost educational kits, CAD modelling, 3D printing, and creating Kannada/English science communication media.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual project appointment for 1 year initially, extendable annually based on performance and project duration. Primary posting at IIA Koramangala, Bengaluru, with travel required across rural schools and field observatories.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project-tied position on consolidated monthly remuneration without regular permanent absorption into IIA cadre. However, working under renowned DST research institutions provides valuable credentials for scientific outreach careers, science journalism, or postgraduate/PhD research admissions.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Candidates must register at the venue strictly between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM on 06.10.2026; candidates arriving after 10:00 AM will not be entertained under any circumstances.
  • Post 1 strictly requires fluency in written and spoken Kannada due to direct fieldwork with rural Karnataka schools and Arivu Kendras.
  • Candidates must bring both original certificates and one set of self-certified photocopies; failure to produce original documents will disqualify the candidate.
  • The post is purely temporary on a DST project and does not confer any claim or right to regular absorption at IIA.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR2
Total Vacancies2

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated remuneration of ₹ 37,000/- per month without additional DA or allowances.

Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹ 37,000/- per month. Contract tenure is initially for 1 year, extendable annually subject to project requirements and satisfactory performance.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download and print the prescribed application form format attached to official advertisement No. IIA/11/2026-27.
  2. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, computer knowledge, and experience details in block letters.
  3. Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the designated space on the top right of the application form.
  4. Assemble original documents along with one set of self-certified photocopies of Curriculum Vitae (CV), Date of Birth proof, educational certificates/marksheets, experience certificates (if any), and photo ID proof.
  5. Attend the Walk-in Interview on 06.10.2026, registering strictly between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, 2nd Block, Koramangala, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore – 560 034.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee for attending the walk-in interview).

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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The Walk-in Interview will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics Campus, 2nd Block, Koramangala, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore – 560 034. Candidates must register between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

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