Program Associate – I at IIT Gandhinagar — Eligibility, Pay, Role, and How to Apply

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Program Associate – I (IITGN‑X: Education Outreach Program) at IIT Gandhinagar — Eligibility, Pay, Role, and How to Apply

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IIT Gandhinagar is accepting online applications for one contractual Program Associate – I to support the IITGN‑X: Education Outreach Program, with a monthly pay band of ₹45,000–₹70,000 and a deadline of 20 September 2025.

Role snapshot

  • Post: Program Associate – I (IITGN‑X: Education Outreach Program)
  • Vacancies: 01
  • Pay: ₹45,000 – ₹70,000 per month (consolidated, commensurate with profile)
  • Mode: Contractual staff opening under IITGN Careers > Staff Opening
  • Last date to apply: 20.09.2025

Eligibility

  • Qualification (either of the two pathways):
    • B.Tech./B.E./M.Sc./M.C.A./LL.M./CA/CMA/CS/MBA/Professional qualification (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline; OR
    • B.C.A./B.Sc./B.A./B.Com./B.B.A./LL.B. (or equivalent) with at least 4 years of post‑qualification experience.
  • Academic record thresholds:
    • Minimum 60% (or equivalent grade) from Graduation onwards, and 55% (or equivalent) in Class 10th and 12th.

What the work involves

  • Program operations for IITGN‑X:
    • Support planning, execution, and monitoring of education outreach cohorts and activities in coordination with faculty leads and the program office.
  • Stakeholder coordination:
    • Liaise with faculty, students, partner schools, and external collaborators; manage communication, schedules, and event logistics.
  • Data, content, and reporting:
    • Maintain program records, dashboards, and reports; assist in content curation, outreach materials, and feedback analysis.
  • Admin and compliance:
    • Assist with procurement/finance workflows, documentation, and adherence to institute processes under contract staff norms.

Who should apply

  • Graduates/postgraduates with strong academic records and demonstrable experience in program management, education outreach, or equivalent operational roles.
  • Candidates with 4+ years of relevant experience if applying via the second qualification pathway (e.g., B.A./B.Sc./B.Com./B.B.A./LL.B.).
  • Professionals comfortable with multi‑stakeholder coordination, MIS/reporting, and fast‑paced academic environments.

How to apply

  • Application mode: Online only via IIT Gandhinagar Careers > Staff Openings > “Program Associate – I, IITGN‑X: Education Outreach Program.”
  • Steps: Open the Staff Openings page, select the Program Associate – I listing (Prof. Utsav Mannu, IITGN‑X), click “Apply,” fill the form, and upload required documents (CV, mark sheets, proof of experience). Submit by 20 September 2025.
  • Selection process: Shortlisting followed by interaction/written assessment as decided by IITGN; meeting minimum criteria does not guarantee interview.
  • IITGN has contemporaneous postings for Program Assistant – I (₹28,000–₹44,000; Age 32) for IITGN‑X with a similar application deadline, indicating a layered team structure under the outreach program.

official Notification: https://drive.google.com/file/d/124GcQzfdFo5YciPZsl_Y5Fx9ZBLA6eHt/view

For the official listing, pay range, and application link, refer to IITGN’s Careers portal (Staff Openings) and submit the online form before 20 September 2025.