IIT Madras Project Officer - Data Science Recruitment 2026

Please refer to the official notification for age limit details.

Educational Qualification

• B.Tech/MTech/MS in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Transportation, or a related field

Experience

• 2+ years of relevant experience

Skills

• Strong proficiency in Python/R
• Experience with Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn
• Knowledge of statistical modelling and machine learning algorithms
• Experience in data visualization (Power BI/Tableau/Matplotlib/Plotly)

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 27 February 2026
• Last Date for Application: 13 March 2026

Application Fees

• No application fee is mentioned in the provided information.

Important Instructions

• Applications must be submitted online on or before 13-03-2026.
• To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided above.
• Ensure all personal, educational, and contact details are accurate before submission.
• Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the prescribed format.
• Review details carefully before final submission and keep a printout or digital copy for reference.
• This is a contract-based position (initially for one year) with potential extension based on performance.
• Selection may involve online tests and/or interviews as decided by the Institute.