IISc Program Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 5 Posts, Apply Online

About the Recruitment

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has announced the Program Assistant Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 5 vacancies. This is a contract-based opportunity for qualified individuals to join a premier research institution. Interested candidates can apply online through the official IISc website before the deadline of August 14, 2026.

Post-wise and Category-wise Vacancy Details

A total of 5 positions are available for the Program Assistant role at the Indian Institute of Science.

Post Name	Total Posts
Program Assistant	5
Total	5

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following educational qualification and experience requirements to be eligible for the Program Assistant post.

Post Name	Qualification	Experience / Other
Program Assistant	M.Com./ MBA/ MCA from a recognized University	At least 02 years of post-qualification experience in managing and coordinating projects/programmes, including liaison and coordination with various stakeholders and agencies.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The maximum age limit for applicants is 35 years. Age relaxation will be provided as per the Government of India norms for eligible categories.

Category	Age Limit
Maximum Age	35 years
Age Relaxation	As per Government of India norms (if applicable)

Application Fee and Payment Method

There is no application fee required for any category of candidates applying for the IISc Program Assistant Recruitment 2026.

Category	Fee
General/OBC	No Fee
SC/ST	No Fee

Selection Process

The selection of candidates for the Program Assistant position at IISc will be based on an interview.

1. Interview — Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview to assess their suitability for the role.

Pay Scale and Benefits

Selected candidates for the Program Assistant post will receive a monthly salary of Rs. 34,000/- along with House Rent Allowance (HRA).

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
Program Assistant	Not specified	Rs. 34,000/- + HRA Per Month

How to Apply — Step by Step

Eligible and interested candidates can apply online for the IISc Program Assistant Recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

1. Visit the official IISc recruitment portal at recruitment.iisc.ac.in/Temporary_Positions/.
2. Locate the advertisement for Program Assistant (Advt No: R(HR)Temp-10(PA-CCMD)/2026) and click on the "Apply Online" link.
3. Fill out the online application form with all the required personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
4. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and necessary certificates as per the specified format and size.
5. Review all the entered information carefully before final submission to avoid any errors.
6. Submit the application form on or before the last date, August 14, 2026.
7. It is advisable to take a printout or save a digital copy of the submitted application for your records.

Important Dates

Key dates for the IISc Program Assistant Recruitment 2026 are provided below.

Event	Date
Notification Date	2026-07-24
Last Date to Apply Online	2026-08-14

Important Links

Access the official notification and application portal directly using the links below.

Link Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click here
Apply Online	Click here
Official Website	Click here