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 Space Science and Technology (IIST)

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) is a premier institution dedicated to the study and research of space science and technology. It offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, aiming to foster a new generation of scientists and engineers equipped to meet the challenges of space exploration and research.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Project Associate

🎯 Project Details

• Project Title -” Retarding Potential analyzer for the observation of Venusian ionosphere (RPA) for developing scientific payload for space based equipments to study Venus“

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Essential Minimum Qualification

 Position-1

B.Tech /B.E Electronics, Instrumentation/EEE/ECE 

Position II -B.Tech /B.E Aerospace/Mechanical/Mechatronics/ Production/Manufacturing/ Design Engineering or Equivalent 

Preferable Experience/Exposure Position-I

Microcontroller programming, PCB Designing 6C Fabrication, Electronics circuit designing and testing.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

₹ 31,000/-

💺 JOB LOCATION

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph, to the specified email address.

Only Indian nationals need apply. All degrees mentioned above should be in FIRST CLASS. Candidates should possess the required qualification as on the last date for receipt of application. Candidates are advised to upload the relevant certificate such as mark sheet, Degree/PG Certificate, Experience certificate etc. at the time of registering the online application. The post is initially for a period of one year. The tenure is extendable on performance and need basis subject to availability of funds. The Institute reserves the right to terminate the appointment at any time before completion of the tenure/project, if it so decides. Application received online only will be considered for processing under any circumstances. The applicants will not be allowed to make any changes in the profile registration once submitted. Hence utmost care should be taken by the candidates while filling the profile. Facility for online submission of application will be available from 16th September 2026 to 25th September 2026. *No Objection Certificate’ from the employer concerned is required in respect of those applicants who are employed under Central/State Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous Bodies- Only short listed candidates will be called for written test/interview as the case may be. Candidates possessing advertised qualification, skill, experience etc., alone will be allowed to attend the written test/interview. Government strives to have a work force which reflects gender balance and women candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidates who are selected for the positions have to join IIST by the specified date. The above positions are not entitled for hostel facility at IIST. Candidates are advised to visit the IIST website https: / / www.iist.ac.in / project-positions for any updates on latest status of their application. Candidates shortlisted will be called for online interview.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 16th September 2026 to 25th September 2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Valiamala Road, Valiamala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India – 695547

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology invites applications from eligible candidates for the Project Associate position

Project Associate Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://iist.ac.in/sites/default/files/2026-09/Project%20NotificationUMPH.PDF