IIT Dharwad Recruitment 2026 for Project Associate I: Salary, Eligibility and How to Apply
Good news for engineering graduates who like speech and language technology. Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad (IIT Dharwad) has invited applications for 5 Project Associate I posts in its Department of Computer Science and Engineering. The posts sit under the MeitY-NLTM project “Speech Technologies in Indian Languages”, and the work is to build a real-time Language Identification System. Pay is ₹31,000 plus 16% HRA for PG candidates and ₹25,000 plus 16% HRA for BE candidates, per month.
This is a short, temporary project job, so read the details before you apply. The appointment is for a maximum of 5 months, and the last date to submit the form is 17 November 2026. If you are looking for research exposure in a central institute, keep reading. You can also browse more Computer and IT government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights of IIT Dharwad Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad |
| Post | Project Associate I (temporary, project-based) |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Department | Computer Science and Engineering |
| Project | Speech Technologies in Indian Languages (MeitY-NLTM) |
| Recruitment No. | IITDH/CSE/DAD/8.219/MeitY-NLTM/2026-27/1, dated 27 October 2026 |
| Job Location | IIT Dharwad, Dharwad, Karnataka |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 November 2026 |
IIT Dharwad is an Institute of National Importance created by an Act of Parliament in 2016. This vacancy is one of the Karnataka government jobs hiring at the Dharwad campus. The project code is IITDH/R&D/CSE/MeitY-NLTM/Dr.Dileep A.D/8.219.
How Many Vacancies Are There in IIT Dharwad Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Vacancies | Reservation |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate I | 5 | Not stated in the notification |
The notification gives no category-wise split, so do not assume any seat is set aside for your category. It also says the number of vacancies is tentative: the Institute can increase or decrease it at the time of selection, and can choose not to fill any of the advertised posts.
What is the Eligibility for IIT Dharwad Project Associate I 2026?
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Essential qualification | B.Tech / M.Tech in Computer Science Engineering, Electrical and Communication Engineering, or a related stream, from an accredited institution |
| Plus any ONE of | GATE qualification, or the selection process being through a national-level examination conducted by IIT (wording as printed) |
| Desirable | Strong programming skills; knowledge of Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Signal Processing |
The extra requirement is where most people slip. A degree alone is not enough: you must also show one of the two items in the second row. Read that line again with your own GATE scorecard or exam record in front of you. The desirable skills are listed as preferable, not compulsory, so show them clearly if you have them. If you have done a mini-project or coursework in speech, audio or machine learning, mention it clearly in your CV, because screening is the stage that decides who gets the interview call. If your degree is in a closely related engineering stream, see the Engineering government jobs page for similar openings.
Eligibility in terms of age, qualification and experience is judged as on the date of the Selection Process, not the date you submit the form. The qualification must come from a recognised University or Institute.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not exceeding 35 years as on the date of the selection process |
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The notification does not mention any age relaxation for any category, so treat 35 years as the limit for everyone. Work out your age on the selection date (tentatively 19 November 2026) and not on the day you fill the form.
What is the Salary for IIT Dharwad Project Associate I 2026?
| Candidate Group | Monthly Consolidated Emoluments |
|---|---|
| PG candidates (eligible under the additional requirement) | ₹31,000 plus 16% House Rent Allowance |
| BE candidates (eligible under the additional requirement) | ₹25,000 plus 16% House Rent Allowance |
The pay is consolidated, meaning one fixed amount plus HRA. The tenure is a maximum of 5 months. Selected candidates get no claim on any regular position and are not given privileges such as housing, medical facility and other benefits available to regular employees of the Institute. Treat this as short research work that adds to your CV, not as a permanent post. For a fresh graduate or a GATE-qualified engineer, five months on a national speech-technology project can still be a useful first line of research experience, especially if you plan to apply for higher studies or research roles later.
What is the Selection Process for IIT Dharwad Project Associate I 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| 1. Screening | All applications are screened first |
| 2. Online interview | Only shortlisted applicants are called; emails go to all shortlisted candidates |
Meeting the minimum eligibility does not give you a right to be shortlisted. IIT Dharwad reserves the right to screen and shortlist by setting higher benchmarks. The selection process is tentatively fixed for 19 November 2026, and any change in the schedule will be announced on the IIT Dharwad website. Check that site regularly after you apply. Keep your email active and check your spam folder too, since the notification says emails will be sent to all shortlisted candidates. No TA/DA is paid for attending the selection process.
How to Apply for IIT Dharwad Project Associate I 2026 Online?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Keep your scanned certificates and updated CV ready |
| 2 | Open the application form (Google Form) printed in the official notification PDF |
| 3 | Fill in your details carefully |
| 4 | Submit the form on or before 17 November 2026 |
| 5 | Wait for the email if you are shortlisted |
The notification asks you to keep an online version of all original certificates, including mark sheets from matriculation onwards, experience certificates, proof of monthly emoluments or salary drawn, other relevant documents and an updated Curriculum Vitae. It also mentions one set of self-attested copies. Download the official notification from the Essential Links below, because the form link is printed inside it. For questions on the selection process you may write to addileep@iitdh.ac.in, but queries on eligibility or interpretation of rules will not be entertained.
What are the Important Dates for IIT Dharwad Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 27 October 2026 |
| Last date to submit the application form | 17 November 2026 |
| Selection process (tentative) | 19 November 2026 |
Is There Any Application Fee for IIT Dharwad Recruitment 2026?
The notification does not mention any application fee. Do not pay anyone on the promise of a shortlisting, because the official process is only the form described above.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Post
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Fake documents | If documents are found fake, or you suppressed a background fact, your services shall be terminated forthwith and legal action may follow |
| Mistakes found later | Even after the appointment letter, the Institute may modify, withdraw or cancel any communication |
| Canvassing | Canvassing or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, is a disqualification |
| Duties | You may be assigned any duty within or outside the Institute |
| Correspondence | No interim correspondence will be entertained |
| Disputes | The Institute’s decision is final |
Essential Links for IIT Dharwad Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit IIT Dharwad Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Karnataka Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you hold a B.Tech or M.Tech in a computer or communication stream and you have a GATE score or the IIT national-level exam route, this is worth a quick application. The last date is 17 November 2026, so fill the form well before it. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more updates, and see all government jobs in one place.