Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the position of Research Associate (RA) at the Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing Kurnool (IIITDM Kurnool). This opportunity is part of an IBITF-sponsored research project in collaboration with IIT Bhilai and CDAC Noida. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply by submitting their applications in the prescribed format along with a detailed CV.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING KURNOOL

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

IIITDM Kurnool, located at Jagannathagattu Hill, Dinnedevarapadu, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The institute is dedicated to providing high-quality education and research in the fields of Information Technology, Design, and Manufacturing.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Research Associate (RA) – 01 Position

🎯 PROJECT TITLE

• DASH- Digital Cash Solutions Based on CBDC

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Essential Qualification: PhD in Cryptology and allied areas. Candidates who have submitted their thesis can also apply. A strong academic record in a master’s degree (in Computer Science and Engineering, Mathematics, or Mathematical Computing) or equivalent engineering degree with a minimum CGPA of 7 on a 10-point scale is required. Alternatively, an MSc in Mathematics or Mathematical Computing or MCA with a minimum CGPA of 7.5 is acceptable.

Desired Qualification: Knowledge in public key cryptography, especially Lattice-based Cryptography, Applied Cryptography, and familiarity with provable security, linear algebra, probability, and statistics.

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

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

The stipend for the Research Associate position is as follows: 1st Year – Rs. 58,000, 2nd Year – Rs. 63,800, 3rd Year – Rs. 66,700, plus HRA as per the institute’s rules.

💺 JOB LOCATION

Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing Kurnool, Jagannathagattu Hill, Dinnedevarapadu, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh – 518008, India.

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are requested to submit a duly filled application form in the format along with all the enclosures (CV, all educational certificates, GATE/CSIR-NET/NBHM score card, and any other relevant documents) as a single pdf file through E-mail with subject “RA Application for Digital Cash Solution on CBDC Project” before the deadlines. Email: kabaleesh@iiitk.ac.in  

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is on 27th May 2026.

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing Kurnool, Jagannathagattu Hill, Dinnedevarapadu, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh – 518008

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

IIITDM Kurnool invites applications from eligible candidates for the Research Associate position in the IBITF-sponsored project.

Research Associate Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://files.iiitk.ac.in/uploads/recruitment/2026/project/Advertisement-IBITF-12May2026.pdf

 This opportunity at IIITDM Kurnool is an excellent chance for candidates with a strong background in cryptology and related fields to contribute to a significant research project. Interested candidates should ensure their applications are complete and submitted by the deadline to be considered for this prestigious position.