The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, is an autonomous research organization under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Govt. of India. It is a premier institute of national and international repute, dedicated to research in various aspects of atmospheric sciences, including climate variability, air quality forecasting, and atmospheric modeling.
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Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) Recruitment 2026: 13 Project Associate & Senior Project Associate Vacancies
Important Dates
Published
May. 27, 2026
Starts
May. 27, 2026
Deadline
Nov. 13, 2025
Exam Date
Nov. 11, 2025
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Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Essential qualifications vary by post code, generally requiring:
- Project Associate I/II: Master’s degree in relevant Science streams OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology.
- Senior Project Associate: Master's degree in relevant Science/Computing/Mathematics or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology with 4 years of experience.
Age Limit Details
Age limit is 35 years for Project Associate I/II and 40 years for Senior Project Associate. Relaxations for SC/ST, OBC, PH, and Ex-servicemen as per Government of India orders.
Salary & Pay Scale
| Post | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | Rs. 31,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 25,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II | Rs. 35,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 28,000 + HRA |
| Senior Project Associate | Rs. 42,000 + HRA |
Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)
- Project Associate-I8
- Project Associate-II1
- Senior Project Associate4
How to Apply
Interested candidates should appear for the Walk-in-Interview at the Institute on the scheduled dates (11th, 12th, or 13th Nov 2025, depending on the post) between 0900 to 1000 hours. Candidates must carry original documents and photocopies along with a filled-in proforma.
Application Fee
Not specified. Candidates to bring duly filled application and original documents for the Walk-in-Interview.
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27 May 2026Interview scheduled for 22nd January 2026 at 10:30 hrs at Prof. Pisharoty Hall, IITM, Pune.
Scheme and Pattern of Examination for Field/Laboratory Assistant & Project Assistant
27 May 2026Written examination for Field/Laboratory Assistant scheduled for 18th September, 2025 and for Project Assistant on 19th September, 2025. Written test results will be declared on the same day, followed by a skill test for qualified candidates.
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