IIA Research Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

IIA Research Trainee has published the IIA Research Trainee Recruitment 2026 recruitment notice.

Eligibility: M.Sc in Physics / Astrophysics with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks from a recognized University/Institution. The notice does not print a passing-year window; Candidates with work experience in astronomical observations, telescopes or data analyses will be given preference. Proof of the work experience should be enclosed while applying. The prescribed qualifications are the minimum required, and mere possession of them does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview; The qualification is M.Sc in Physics / Astrophysics with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks from a recognized University/Institution. Experience in astronomical observations, telescopes or data analyses is preferred. Age: The age limit is 26 years. The date for determining the upper age limit, qualifications and experience is the closing date prescribed for receipt of completed applications, which is 9 December 2026; Age relaxation is permissible to SC, ST and OBC candidates and also to Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates, as notified by the Government of India from time to time. The notice does not print the number of years; The age limit is 26 years, determined as on the closing date for receipt of applications. Age relaxation is permissible for SC, ST, OBC and PwD candidates as notified by the Government of India from time to time. Check the official notification for category-wise relaxation and the exact cut-off date.

Pay: The remuneration is Rs. 30,000/- per month (consolidated), inclusive of all allowances, with an annual increase of Rs. 2,500/- based on satisfactory performance.

The last date to apply is 09 December 2026.

Selection is made through the notice mentions a written test and an interview. it is open to the institute to conduct a written test to shortlist candidates for interview in case the attendance of candidates is more and where the number of applications is large and it is not convenient or possible to interview all of them, the institute reserves the right to limit the number of candidates called for interview on the basis of qualifications and experience higher than the minimum prescribed, and also by conducting a written test. the notice does not give the test pattern, marks or the interview date.