The first walk-in is 6 days away. Prepare your documents now.
The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, has invited eligible Indian Nationals for a walk-in interview / written and skill test for 31 contractual vacancies across six post categories under Advertisement No. PER/07/2026. Posts include Senior Project Associate (2), Project Associate II (5), Project Associate I (16), Technical Assistant (3), Project Assistant (3) and Field/Laboratory Assistant (6). Walk-ins run from 22 October to 29 October 2026 (post-wise) at IITM Pune and regional venues. Candidates must report between 09:00 and 10:00 hrs; no entry is permitted after 10:00 hrs.
Important Note
1. The first walk-in for Senior Project Associate is on 22 October 2026 — just 6 days away. Download the notification PDF from tropmet.res.in now, check your post-wise date and prepare all original documents.
2. Registration closes at 10:00 hrs sharp on the walk-in date. Candidates arriving after 10:00 hrs will not be permitted to appear.
3. These are short-term contractual appointments initially up to 31 March 2027 or co-terminus with the project period, whichever is earlier. There is no guarantee of extension or permanent employment.
IITM Walk-in Interview 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune |
| Advertisement No. | PER/07/2026 |
| Posts | Senior Project Associate, Project Associate II, Project Associate I, Technical Assistant, Project Assistant, Field/Laboratory Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 31 |
| Monthly Pay | Rs. 20,000–42,000 + HRA (post-wise) |
| Contract Period | Up to 31 March 2027 or co-terminus with project |
| Application Fee | Not mentioned |
| Selection | Walk-in Interview / Written Test + Skill Test (post-wise) |
| Walk-in Dates | 22 October to 29 October 2026 (post-wise) |
| Reporting Time | 09:00 to 10:00 hrs (no entry after 10:00 hrs) |
| Main Venue | IITM, Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pashan, Pune – 411008 |
| Other Venues | Mahabaleshwar, Alwar, Chennai, Tezpur, Bhopal, Guwahati, Delhi |
| Official Website | tropmet.res.in |
Walk-in Schedule
| Post | Walk-in Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | 22 October 2026 | IITM Pune (and as per notification) |
| Project Associate II | 22–23 October 2026 (post-wise) | Pune, Mahabaleshwar, Alwar |
| Project Associate I | 23–27 October 2026 (post-wise) | Chennai, Tezpur, Pune and others |
| Technical Assistant | 27–28 October 2026 (post-wise) | Bhopal, Pune |
| Project Assistant | 28–29 October 2026 (post-wise) | Chennai, Pune, Guwahati |
| Field/Laboratory Assistant | 28–29 October 2026 (post-wise) | Chennai, Guwahati, Delhi |
Check the official notification PDF at tropmet.res.in for the exact date for your specific post, project code and venue.
Vacancy Details and Pay
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | 2 | Master’s in Physics/Chemistry/Env. Sciences/Meteorology/CS/CA or B.E./B.Tech (any field) + 4 years’ experience | Rs. 42,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate II | 5 (Pune-2, Mahabaleshwar-1, Alwar-1, plus 1 more) | B.E./B.Tech (Electronics/ECE/Instrumentation/EEE/Mechanical) or M.Sc. (Physics/Instrumentation/Electronics/Meteorology/Remote Sensing/Atm. Science) + 2 years’ experience | Rs. 35,000 or Rs. 28,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate I | 16 (Chennai, Tezpur, Pune and others) | Master’s in Physics/Chemistry/Maths/Applied Physics/Atm. Sciences/Meteorology/Oceanography/Stats/Climate Science/Env. Sciences/Agrometeorology/Agronomy/Geophysics/Data Science or B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 31,000 or Rs. 25,000 + HRA |
| Technical Assistant | 3 (Bhopal-2, Pune-1) | B.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry/Maths/Computers or 3-year Diploma in Electrical/Electronics/Telecom/CS | Rs. 20,000 + HRA |
| Project Assistant | 3 (Chennai-1, Pune-1, Guwahati-1) | 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Electrical/Electronics/Telecom/CS/Mechanical/Civil) or B.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry/Maths/Instrumentation/Data Science/Applied Physics/Electronics | Rs. 20,000 + HRA |
| Field/Laboratory Assistant | 6 (Chennai-1, Guwahati-1, Delhi-4) | 3-year Diploma in Engineering or B.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry/Maths/Instrumentation/Data Science/Applied Physics/Electronics | Rs. 20,000 + HRA |
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | 40 years |
| Project Associate II | As per notification |
| Project Associate I | As per notification |
| Technical Assistant, Project Assistant, Field/Lab Assistant | As per notification (max 50 years as per source summary) |
Age relaxation for reserved categories as per Government of India orders. Check the official notification for post-wise age limits.
Selection Process
- Interview only (for most posts): Walk-in interview on the scheduled date.
- Written test + Skill test (for applicable posts): Written test result declared on the same day; skill test conducted for qualifying candidates after document verification.
Documents to Bring
- Duly filled application proforma (downloaded from the official notification PDF at tropmet.res.in)
- All original educational and experience certificates
- Photocopies of all certificates
- Photo identity proof
- Passport-size photographs
How to Attend the IITM Walk-in 2026
- Visit tropmet.res.in and download the official notification PDF (Advt. No. PER/07/2026).
- Check the walk-in date and venue for your specific post and project code.
- Fill in the attached application proforma.
- Gather all original certificates and photocopies.
- Report to the designated venue between 09:00 and 10:00 hrs on the scheduled date.
- No entry is permitted after 10:00 hrs — arrive on time.
Important Instructions
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
- Posting can be anywhere in India and is transferable based on project needs.
- These are temporary positions. No right to permanent employment.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. PER/07/2026) | Click Here |
| Application Proforma | Click Here |
| IITM Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in IITM Walk-in 2026?
31: Senior Project Associate (2), Project Associate II (5), Project Associate I (16), Technical Assistant (3), Project Assistant (3), Field/Laboratory Assistant (6).
When is the first walk-in?
22 October 2026 for Senior Project Associate and Project Associate II posts.
What is the registration time?
09:00 to 10:00 hrs. Candidates arriving after 10:00 hrs will not be permitted.
What is the pay?
Rs. 42,000 + HRA for Senior Project Associate; Rs. 20,000 + HRA for Technical Assistant, Project Assistant and Field/Lab Assistant.
Are these permanent posts?
No. Temporary contracts up to 31 March 2027 or co-terminus with the project period.
Disclaimer
This article is based on IITM Advertisement No. PER/07/2026, published on tropmet.res.in. The exact post-wise walk-in dates and venue details must be confirmed in the official notification. Candidates must report to the correct venue on the correct date. JobShouter is not associated with IITM. This article is for informational purposes only.
