IIT Madras Post Doctoral Researcher Recruitment 2026 – 2 Posts,

1. Online Application & Shortlisting — Candidates will be short-listed based on information provided in their online applications.
2. Test/Interview — Shortlisted candidates will undergo a test and/or interview.
3. Document Verification — Required documents will be verified at the time of test/interview.

About the IIT Madras Post Doctoral Researcher Recruitment 2026

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Salary Structure

Job Description

• Conducting research in financial modelling, risk management, and investment strategies.
• Developing surrogate models and digital twins for financial systems using ML/AI techniques.
• Preparing manuscripts based on the research and work performed.
• Collaborating with a team comprising students (undergrads, masters, and PhDs) and industry partners.

Selection Procedure

1. Online Application Submission: Candidates must apply online through the official portal.
2. Shortlisting: Applicants will be short-listed based on the information provided in their online applications.
3. Test/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a test and/or interview. The Institute reserves the right to decide the mode of screening and testing.
4. Document Verification: A printout of the application form and original documents will be required for verification during the test/interview.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official IC&SR careers portal: https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php.
2. Locate the advertisement number ICSR/PR/Advt.142/2026 for the Post Doctoral Researcher position.
3. Register and fill out the online application form with accurate details.
4. Ensure all required information, including educational qualifications and experience, is correctly entered.
5. Submit the application before the deadline of August 13, 2026.
6. After successful submission, take a printout of the application form for future reference and document verification.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• All positions are purely on a contract basis.
• Completion of the contract period does not confer any right for further extension, regularization, or permanency at the Institute.
• The application cannot be edited or reverted once submitted.
• Candidates must ensure they fulfill all eligibility conditions before applying.
• Applicants currently working on any project at IIT Madras must apply through the proper channel and produce a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of document verification/test/interview.
• The prescribed qualifications are minimum requirements; possessing them does not guarantee an interview call.
• Relevant experience gained only after the minimum qualifying degree will be considered.
• The Institute reserves the right to relax minimum qualifications and/or experience for exceptionally outstanding candidates or for SC/ST candidates if sufficient numbers are not available.
• No correspondence regarding the conduct or results of the test/interview will be entertained.
• The crucial date for determining eligibility criteria is the closing date for online application submission.
• Women candidates are encouraged to apply to promote gender balance.
• For any technical issues during application submission, contact 044-2257 8843 or email icsrrecruitment6@icsrpis.iitm.ac.in / icsrrecruitment@icsrpis.iitm.ac.in during working hours (9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday, except National Holidays).

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