The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) has invited applications for the position of Project Associate-II under the CSE department for the research project titled "SecStand: Security and Standardization of 6G Systems," funded by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India. There are 4 positions available with a consolidated monthly remuneration ranging from ₹50,000/- to ₹90,000/-. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal by 06/11/2026.
IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate-II at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar |
| Department | CSE |
| Project | SecStand: Security and Standardization of 6G Systems. |
| Funding Agency | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India |
| Tenure | 01 year or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier. |
| Post Name(s) | Project Associate-II |
| Vacancies | 4 positions |
| Pay | ₹50,000/- to ₹90,000/- per month (consolidated) |
| Application Fee | The notice does not mention application fee details. |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 06/11/2026 |
The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.
About IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate-II
This recruitment drive is conducted by the Research & Development Office at the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar under Principal Investigator Prof. Sameer Kulkarni (Mail Id: [email protected]). The appointed candidates will work on investigating broader security concerns of 6th generation telecom networks and designing solutions to address them. The position is temporary and tied directly to the SecStand 6G Systems project funded by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
Vacancy Details
A total of 4 positions are available for the Project Associate-II designation under the Computer Science and Engineering department.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-II | 4 positions | ₹50,000/- to ₹90,000/- per month (consolidated) |
| Total | 4 positions | - |
Who Can Apply
Candidates must meet the essential qualifications governed by Institute norms as specified in the notification. A higher cutoff level may be used, and merely meeting minimum eligibility criteria will not guarantee shortlisting and/or appointment.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-II | M.Tech./M.S./M.Phil. or equivalent qualification in Computer Science and Engineering or an appropriate discipline; OR B.Tech./B.E./M.Sc./M.C.A./LLM./CA/CMA/CS/MBA/Professional qualification or equivalent in an appropriate discipline with a minimum of 02 years of post-qualification experience; OR B.C.A./B.Sc./B.A./B.Com./B.B.A./LLB. or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline with a minimum of 06 years of post-qualification experience in Teaching/Research/Industrial/Design and Development/IT/Administration in an organization/Industry of repute. (The percentage/grade points with respect to the academic qualification will be a minimum 60% or equivalent grade from graduation onwards and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th and 12th.) | Candidates having knowledge of Computer Networks, Wireless Communications, Working Knowledge with Linux Systems and willing to pursue Ph.D at IIT Gandhinagar will be given preference. |
Pay and Tenure
The consolidated monthly remuneration is ₹50,000/- to ₹90,000/- per month (consolidated including HRA). House Rent Allowance per month (If applicable) is N.A. The duration of the appointment is 01 year or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier.
IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate-II Job Description
Applications are invited from motivated and eligible candidates for the position of Project Associate-II in a research project titled "SecStand: Security and Standardization of 6G Systems", funded by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India. The core objectives of the project include:
- This project aims to investigate broader security concerns of 6th generation telecom networks and design solutions to address the security concerns.
How to Apply for IIT Gandhinagar Project Associate-II
- Visit the official application portal at http://recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff/.
- Submit your application online by the last date of application submission 06/11/2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date of Application Submission | 06/11/2026 |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Link | Online Application Portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Advertisement Notice |
| Official Website | IIT Gandhinagar Official Homepage |