Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad - Department of Liberal Arts
Advertisement for Temporary Position of Research Associate under the Institute Seed Grants Project (Advt. No. IITH/F302/2025-26/01, Dated: September 23, 2025)
Organization Details
- Organization Name (English): Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Department of Liberal Arts
- Organization Name (Hindi): भारतीय प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान हैदराबाद, मानविकी एवं कला विभाग
- Advertisement Number: IITH/F302/2025-26/01
- Date of Notification: September 23, 2025
Post Details
| Designation (English) | Designation (Hindi) | Number of Posts | Employment Type | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associate | अनुसंधान सहयोगी | 02 (Two) | Temporary / Ad hoc basis | 3 months (may be extended up to 5 months depending on fund availability) |
Salary Details
Monthly Salary: ₹32,000 – ₹42,000 per month
Location Details
- Street Address: IIT Hyderabad, Kandi Village and Mandal, Sangareddy, Telangana, 502285, India
- City: Sangareddy
- State: Telangana
- Country: India
- Postal Code: 502285
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | September 23, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | October 13, 2025 |
Application Process
Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria are required to send the following documents in a single PDF file via email to dinabandhu@la.iith.ac.in before the last date of application:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Experience Certificates
Instructions:
- Mention the post applied for in the email subject line or cover note.
- No hard copy submission is required.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email regarding the interview details.
- Interviews may be conducted online or offline at the discretion of the Institute.
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: Ph.D. / M.Phil. / Postgraduate in Economics with a minimum of 55% marks.
- Desirable Skills:
- Strong writing skills and ability to analyze panel data.
- Knowledge of econometric software such as EViews and STATA.
- Expertise in Public Finance, especially in Sub-national and Local Government Finance.
Age Limit
No specific age limit is mentioned in the official notification.
Reservation Details
The notification does not mention any reservation or category-based quota for these positions.
Application Fees
No application fee is mentioned. The application process appears to be free of cost.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on essential and desirable qualifications.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (either online or offline).
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or joining the position.
Contact Information
- Email: dinabandhu@la.iith.ac.in
- Department: Department of Liberal Arts
- Institute: Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
- Address: IIT Hyderabad, Kandi Village and Mandal, Sangareddy, Telangana, 502285, India
General Terms and Conditions
- Candidates must ensure they meet all minimum essential qualifications before applying.
- The number of posts is tentative; the Institute reserves the right to increase, decrease, or not fill any positions.
- The appointment is purely temporary and does not confer any right for permanent employment at IIT Hyderabad.
- Campus accommodation will not be provided for the selected candidates.
- The Institute reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for interview based on qualifications, experience, and relevance to the project.
- Educational qualifications must be obtained from a recognized Board, Council, University, or Institute.
- No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the interview or for joining the post.
- Other institutional terms, rules, and procedures applicable to ad hoc engagements shall also apply as updated from time to time.
Official Website
Official Notification Link
https://www.iith.ac.in/assets/files/careers/staff/LA_Advertisement_2025_IITH.pdf



