IIT Gandhinagar Project Manager Recruitment 2026Out

• A doctoral degree in Science or a master's degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university, or an equivalent qualification, is required.
• Candidates must have a good academic record throughout, with at least 60% or equivalent in graduation and higher qualifications, and 55% or equivalent grade in Class 10 and Class 12.
• Experience in handling projects, procuring and managing laboratory equipment, and hiring and managing human resources is preferred.
• Previous industrial and/or academic management experience is desirable.
• Eligibility for this position is governed by the funding agency's norms rather than the Institute's norms.

• Open IIT Gandhinagar's official project staff recruitment portal using the Apply Online link.
• Submit the online application for the Project Manager position under advertisement SPON/70117/Advt0362 by 1 November 2026.
• The notice does not provide a detailed application procedure or a list of required documents.

Project and appointment details

IIT Gandhinagar's Research & Development Office has advertised one Project Manager position through advertisement SPON/70117/Advt0362. The role is based in the Electrical Engineering Department and supports the Smart ESD (Energy Storage Device) Safety Diagnostics System project. This project forms part of ANRF's MAHA EV Consortium E-RIDES: Empowering Research in Indigenous Development of EV Sub-systems. Dr Pallavi Bharadwaj is the Principal Investigator.

The appointment carries consolidated remuneration of ₹1,25,000 per month. House Rent Allowance is marked as NA. The initial tenure is one year, with an extension possible on the basis of satisfactory performance.

Eligibility and relevant experience

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Science or a master's degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university, or an equivalent qualification. A consistently good academic record is required. The stated minimum is 60% or equivalent in graduation and higher qualifications, together with 55% or equivalent grade in Class 10 and Class 12.

Preference is available for experience in project handling, laboratory equipment procurement and management, and human resources hiring and management. Previous industrial or academic management experience is also desirable. The position follows the funding agency's eligibility norms rather than the Institute's norms.

Responsibilities of the role

The Project Manager will oversee project execution while contributing to technical milestones. Responsibilities include communication with the industry partner, monitoring timelines and milestone completion, and preparing documentation that meets Institute and funding agency requirements.

Application and selection conditions

• Access the official project staff recruitment portal through the Apply Online link.
• Submit the application for this advertisement by 1 November 2026.
• No detailed application steps or document requirements are listed in the notice.

The notice does not specify an application fee, age limit or selection stages. Minimum eligibility alone does not guarantee shortlisting or appointment, and a higher cutoff may be used. The Institute may decide not to call an applicant for a selection test or may leave the position unfilled in this round without providing a reason.