Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

Indian Institute of Technology Mandi

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) is one of the premier institutions of higher education in India, known for its cutting-edge research and academic excellence. Located in the serene hills of Himachal Pradesh, IIT Mandi offers a unique blend of natural beauty and academic rigor, making it an ideal place for learning and innovation.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Project Associate 
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

🎯 Project Details

• Title of the Project -“ Score normalization algorithms towards robust verification for ECAPA based speaker and language identification models”
•   Funding Agency – DRDO 
• Name(s) of the Project Investigator(s) – Padmanabhan Rajan 
• School/Center – School of Computing and Electrical Engg
•  Duration of the Project – In months: 21 months End date: 4 Mar 2028

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Bachelor’s degree in CSE, ECE, EE, or similar, preferably with a valid GATE (or similar national level test) score. ● Strong foundation in deep learning algorithms and architectures. ● ● languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C/C++. Familiarity with  machine learning techniques applied to speech data and speaker recognition. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative R&D environment.

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

As Per Norms

💺 JOB LOCATION

IIT Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

The candidates who are interested to apply for the above post are required to appear for a walk-in interview at IIT Mandi on 10 August 2026. Reporting time and venue: 10 am, SCEE office, A17 building, North campus, IIT Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. IIT Mandi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for shortlisting of eligible candidates from those satisfying advertised qualifications and requirement of the project post. Relaxation of marks may be granted to the OBC(NCL)/SC/ST PwD candidates or other reservation as applicable as per GoI norms. In case of selection of a retired/superannuated government employee, his/her salary will be fixed as per prevailing GoI rules/norms. In case any clarification is required on eligibility regarding the above post, the candidate may contact Dr. Padmanabhan Rajan (padman@iitmandi.ac.in)

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The candidates who are interested to apply for the above post are required to appear for a walk-in interview at IIT Mandi on 10 August 2026. 

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, Kamand Campus, VPO Kamand, District Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India – 175075

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Indian Institute of Technology Mandi invites applications from eligible candidates for the Project Associate/JRF positions.

Project Associate/JRF positions Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://iitmandi.ac.in/recruitment/DRDO_PR_605.pdf

In conclusion, this opportunity at IIT Mandi is ideal for candidates looking to advance their research careers in a prestigious institution. Ensure your application is complete and submitted before the deadline to be considered for this exciting role.