Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) Recruitment 2026

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Post Details

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for the Academic Associate position must satisfy the educational qualification requirements prescribed by the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad.

• Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Economics or Public Policy.
• Candidates should have an interest in or exposure to one or more of the following specializations:
  • Agriculture
  • Development
  • Applied Econometrics
  • Data Sciences
• Candidates should possess strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Excellent writing skills are required.
• Good computing skills are required.
• Knowledge of Machine Learning, Data Mining or Advanced Analytics will be considered an added advantage.
• Relevant work experience will be valued during the recruitment process.
• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work independently.
• Applicants should be willing to travel whenever required.
• Candidates should have the ability to connect well with rural India whenever required.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Candidates' specialization in the Master's Degree must match the requirements of the advertised position.
2. Only relevant specializations will be considered.
3. Merely fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee a call for the Written Test, Skill Test or Interview.

Age Limit

Salary and Benefits

Application Process

Candidates interested in the Academic Associate position must submit their applications through the online application process before the prescribed last date.

1. Apply through the online application process only.
2. Complete the online application form carefully.
3. Verify all entered information before final submission.
4. Submit the application on or before 05 August 2026.

Application Submission Guidelines

• Applicants must exercise due care while filling out the online application form.
• Once the application has been submitted, it cannot be altered or resubmitted under any circumstances.
• Requests for changes to any information provided in the application after successful submission will not be entertained.
• The Institute shall not be responsible for incomplete or incorrect information furnished by applicants.

Selection Process

Eligible candidates may be shortlisted through one or more stages of the selection process.

• Written Test (if conducted)
• Skill Test (if conducted)
• Interview

Reservation Details

Application Fee

Job Location

Helpline and Contact Information

Important Information

• Academic Associate positions are intended to serve as a stepping-stone for future academicians and researchers.
• Many Academic Associates pursue higher studies such as Ph.D. programmes after completing their tenure.
• Academic Associates often become faculty members at reputed educational institutions.
• Salary depends upon the qualifications and relevant experience of the selected candidate.
• Candidates should possess excellent analytical, communication, writing and computing skills.
• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work independently.
• Candidates should be willing to travel whenever required.
• Applicants should have the ability to connect well with rural India whenever required.

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