Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on the official website of IIT Madras. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced through the IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026.

Candidates who have a PhD or MS in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Aerospace or related fields), or M.Tech/ME with at least one research paper in an SCI journal are eligible to apply for this Research Associate-III vacancy. The online application process is open, and candidates must submit their applications on or before 22 April 2026.

Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.

IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Company Name	Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
Post Name	Research Associate-III
No of Posts	1
Advt No	Advt. 48/2026
Salary	Rs. 67,000 + 30% HRA Per Month
Qualification	PhD or MS in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Aerospace or related fields), MTech or ME in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Aerospace or related fields) with at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal
Last Date	22 April 2026
Walk-in Date	Not specified
Apply Mode	Online
Job Type	Contract

IIT Madras Research Associate-III Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates should download and read the IIT Madras Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.

Download IIT Madras Research Associate-III Job 2026 Notification PDF

IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Research Associate-III (RA-III)	1
Total	1

IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

PhD or MS in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Aerospace or related fields) OR Minimum MTech or ME in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Aerospace or related fields) with at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.

IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026 - Salary

Rs. 67,000 + 30% HRA Per Month

IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

Event	Date
Last date for submission of online application	22 April 2026

IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

Shortlisting
Test/Interview
Document Verification

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026.

Applications must be submitted online on or before 22-04-2026.
To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of IIT Madras to complete the application.
Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026 - Important Links

Link Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click here
Apply Online	Click here
Official Website	Click here

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IIT Madras Research Associate-III Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for the IIT Madras Research Associate-III recruitment?

The last date for submission of the online application is 22 April 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well in advance of the deadline.

Q2. What is the post name for this recruitment?

The post name for this recruitment is Research Associate-III (RA-III).

Q3. How many vacancies are available?

There is a total of 1 vacancy for the Research Associate-III position.

Q4. What is the educational qualification required?

Candidates need a PhD or MS in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Aerospace or related fields) or MTech/ME with at least one SCI journal paper.

Q5. What is the salary offered for this post?

The selected candidate will receive a salary of Rs. 67,000 + 30% HRA Per Month.

Q6. Is there any application fee?

No, there is no application fee mentioned for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST).

Q7. What is the selection process?

The selection process includes shortlisting, followed by a test/interview, and document verification.

Q8. How can I apply for this position?

Applications must be submitted online through the official website or the provided application link before the last date.

Q9. Where is IIT Madras located?

Indian Institute of Technology Madras is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Q10. Is this a permanent job?

This is a contract-based job as indicated in the recruitment details.

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