TIFR Recruitment 2026: Apply for Project Associate Posts

Introduction

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) has announced recruitment for Project Associate and Senior Project Associate positions on a project-based engagement in Mumbai. This opportunity is for individuals with a background in Electronics or Physics, offering a tenure initially for one year, extendable up to two more years based on performance. The application deadline is October 15, 2026. Eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications via email. The official notification, Advertisement No. 2026/28, details the specific qualifications and application procedure. Applicants should carefully review all requirements before applying, as the official notification holds the final details for this recruitment drive.

TIFR Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

The official notification for Advertisement No. 2026/28 does not specify the exact number of vacancies for the Project Associate and Senior Project Associate positions.

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

Candidates must meet the following educational and experience criteria for the respective posts:

• Project Associate:
  • Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications OR M.Sc. in Electronics / Electronic Sciences with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks from a recognized University / Institute.
  • Experience: A minimum of one year of experience in research labs is required. Freshers may be considered if experienced candidates are not available.
• Senior Project Associate:
  • Essential Qualification: M.E./M.Tech. in Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications (with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks) OR Ph.D. in Experimental High Energy / Nuclear Physics with hardware experience. Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis and are awaiting their Viva voce may also apply.
  • Experience: A minimum of two years' experience in research labs is required for candidates with M.E./M.Tech.

Age Limit

• Project Associate: Below 28 years as on the closing date of application.
• Senior Project Associate: Below 32 years as on the closing date of application.

Age relaxations are not specified in the supplied notification.

Application Fee

The application fee is not stated in the notice.

Salary and Pay

The monthly consolidated pay for these positions is fixed as follows:

• Project Associate (GATE qualified): Rs. 40,000/-
• Project Associate (others): Rs. 30,000/-
• Senior Project Associate: Rs. 60,000/-

Selection Process

The selection for both Project Associate and Senior Project Associate positions will be based on a Personal Interview.

Application Procedure

Eligible candidates must apply via email. The steps are as follows:

1. Prepare a detailed CV including your date of birth, present affiliation and occupation, address, contact number, and email ID.
2. Include your educational qualifications in the specified tabular format (as provided in the notification) for S.S.C, H.S.C, B.E./B.Tech., M.E./M.Tech., and Ph.D. degrees, mentioning the year, university, subjects, marks obtained/rank/score, and remarks.
3. Add details of any additional qualifications, such as qualifying in CSIR/UGC or GATE, publications, and awards.
4. Include a one-page write-up detailing your research or work experience.
5. Provide the names and addresses of two referees who are familiar with your recent academic activities and progress.
6. Gather scanned copies of your SSC, HSC, B.Tech., M.Tech., and Ph.D. degree certificates as applicable.
7. Send the completed application and all attachments via email to Prof. Gagan B Mohanty at.
8. Ensure the subject line of your email is strictly: "Application for the Project Associate / Senior Project Associate (keep one) position."

Required Documents

Applicants are required to attach scanned copies of the following certificates with their application:

• SSC Certificate
• HSC Certificate
• B.Tech. Certificate (if applicable)
• M.Tech. Certificate (if applicable)
• Ph.D. Certificate (if applicable)

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

Candidates should ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying. A common mistake is not adhering to the exact email subject line format, which could lead to the application being overlooked. Ensure all required documents are scanned clearly and attached. The application must be sent to the specified email address by the deadline.

Official Notification and Application Links

For detailed information and to view the official recruitment advertisement, please refer to the links below:

• Official Website