IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post
Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru
Karnataka - Bengaluru, Karnataka
Vacancies
1
Salary
Rs. 20,000/- per month plus applicable HRA
Last Date
28 Sept 2026
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IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Important Dates 2026
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Application Fee 2026
No Application Fee
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
40 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs. 20,000/- per month plus applicable HRA
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Eligibility Criteria 2026
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Qualification / Education
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Job Details & Overview
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – Advt. No. IIA/09/2026-27
The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru — an autonomous institution under the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India — invites eligible young, bright and highly motivated individuals to attend a walk-in interview for the post of Project Assistant to work on the DST-WIDUSHI funded project titled “Investigating the Distribution of dark matter in galaxies, and its effect on disk dynamics, star formation and galaxy evolution”.
Vacancy Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Project Assistant |
| No. of Post | 01 (One) |
| Remuneration | Rs. 20,000/- per month plus applicable HRA |
| Age Limit | 40 years |
| Place of Posting | IIA, Bengaluru |
| Tenure | Initially 6 months, extendable up to 1 year |
Essential Qualifications
- B.Sc degree in Physics / Astrophysics / Astronomy / Applied Physics with minimum 60% aggregate marks from a University / Institution recognised by UGC / AICTE.
Desirable Skills
- Experience in computational stellar physics, galaxy evolution, analysis of UV and optical data, and exposure to multi-wavelength data from telescopes such as JWST, ALMA, HST and GALEX.
- Skills in high-performance computing and Python programming.
- At least one first-author publication is desirable but not necessary.
Walk-in Interview Details
Date: 28 September 2026, between 09.00 AM and 05.00 PM at the Institute Campus, 2nd Block, Koramangala, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru – 560034. Candidates must register their name between 09.00 AM and 10.00 AM; candidates coming after 10.00 AM will not be entertained.
How to Apply
- Attend the walk-in interview with the duly filled prescribed application (attached to the advertisement) with a passport-size photograph pasted on the top.
- Carry original certificates related to qualification and experience plus one set of self-certified photocopies, failing which the candidature will not be considered.
- Bring original and one copy of CV, date of birth proof, educational qualification certificates, experience certificates (if applicable) and ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Driving Licence).
- No TA/DA will be reimbursed and the appointment is purely on a contract basis.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Advertisement (IIA/09/2026-27) | View PDF |
| IIA Job Postings | iiap.res.in/iia_jobs |
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Important Links
How to Apply for IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru's IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of No Application Fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 28 Sept 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 28 Sept 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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IIA Project Assistant (DST-WIDUSHI) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post is a government recruitment notification published by Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 start on 02 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 is 28 September 2026.
What is the application fee for Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
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What is the age limit for Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 is 40 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIAP), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Essential: B.Sc in Physics/Astrophysics/Astronomy/Applied Physics with minimum 60% aggregate marks from a UGC/AICTE recognised University/Institution. Desirable: experience in computational stellar physics, galaxy evolution, UV/optical and multi-wavelength data (JWST, ALMA, HST, GALEX), high-performance computing and Python programming; at least one first-author publication desirable.