NIT Tiruchirappalli Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026
NIT Tiruchirappalli Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026 offers 1 vacancy in Computer Science & Engineering with ₹35,000 monthly salary. B.E./B.Tech. candidates with 2 years of experience can apply online before 29 August 2026 for an autonomous drone research project.
Date Posted: 20th August 2026
Organization: National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy)
Organization Profile
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy) is a premier technical institution offering undergraduate, postgraduate and research programmes in engineering, technology and related disciplines. The institute has invited applications for a Project Associate-II position in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering under a project supported by the IIT Mandi iHub and HCI Foundation.
Project Details
Project Title:
“Multi-Modal Environmental Perception and Navigation for Autonomous Drones: A Perception Quality-Aware Framework for Dynamic and Challenging Conditions”
Funding Agency: IIT Mandi iHub and HCI Foundation
Department: Computer Science and Engineering
Project Duration: 6 months, extendable subject to availability of funds
The project focuses on advanced research in autonomous drones, deep learning, object detection and multimodal environmental perception for challenging operating conditions.
Position Details
Post: Project Associate-II
No. of Vacancy: 01
Monthly Remuneration: ₹35,000 consolidated
Maximum Age: 35 years
Tenure: Initially 6 months
Extension: Subject to project fund availability
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
- Preferably M.E./M.Tech. in CSE, IT or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years of industry or academic experience.
- Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA in UG and PG from a recognized university/institute.
Research Areas & Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be involved in:
- Developing deep learning models for object detection.
- Working on autonomous drone perception systems.
- Developing multimodal environmental perception techniques.
- Research related to autonomous navigation.
- Supporting procurement of project-related equipment.
- Participating in research and development activities.
- Contributing to project documentation and technical work.
The selected candidate may also be permitted to register for a Ph.D./M.S. programme, subject to NIT Tiruchirappalli rules.
Age Limit
Maximum Age: 35 years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India norms.
Selection Process
Selection may involve:
- Written Test, if required
- Interview
Preference will be given to candidates with good academic records, relevant experience and research potential.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email.
No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
How to Apply
Candidates should:
- Complete the prescribed application form.
- Attach relevant supporting documents.
- Scan the completed application and attested certificates as one single document.
- Submit the application through the prescribed Google Form.
Last Date to Apply: 29th August 2026
Interview Details
Tentative Date: 31st August 2026
Time: 9:30 AM onwards
Venue: CSE Meeting Room, NIT Tiruchirappalli
Candidates appearing for the interview should carry their original certificates/documents for verification.
Address
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli
Tiruchirappalli – 620015
Tamil Nadu, India.