Job Description
Project Associate (Mechanical Engineering): This work focuses on the advancement of computational mechanics and predictive modeling. It aims to achieve high-efficiency parameter estimation by combining physical laws with advanced data science. The research involves using physics-informed machine learning to solve complex inverse problems and quantify uncertainties in mechanical systems. This research is funded by the SERB Ramanujan Fellowship.
Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering): This work focuses on the advancement of electric vehicle safety and efficiency within the specific environment of India. It aims to achieve a high-efficiency system for keeping battery packs at the right temperature and tracking their health in real-time. The research looks at how heat affects battery life and develops ways to predict when maintenance is needed before a failure happens. By monitoring these systems constantly, the project helps make EVs more reliable and long-lasting for daily use. This research is funded by ANRF CRG.
IIT Palakkad Research Project Recruitment 2026 Overview
- For Project Associate (Mechanical Engineering): PhD (submitted or awarded) from reputed institute. Required Skills: familiarity with Bayesian inverse problems; working knowledge of Python, TensorFlow, and generative machine learning techniques.
- For Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering): Master's Degree, M.Tech/M.E in Mechanical Engineering (Thermo-fluids), Energy Engineering/Renewable Energy/Thermal Engineering with GATE qualification. Desirable: Experience in Battery Management System (BMS) design and applications/Thermal management/Real-time condition monitoring systems. Required Skills: Basic knowledge in Battery Chemistry/Thermal management and control systems for battery/BMS/Battery Degradation Mechanisms; embedded systems programming.
Vacancy Details
| Project Associate (Mechanical Engineering) | 1 |
| Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering) | 1 |
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply by emailing their resume and certificates of educational qualifications (from Class X onwards) as a single PDF file to the respective contact email addresses, ensuring the correct subject line.
- For Project Associate (Mechanical Engineering): Email to ahazra@iitpkd.ac.in with subject: Application for Project Associate - IITPKD/2026/016/ME/ARH.
- For Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering): Email to samarjeet@iitpkd.ac.in with subject: Application for Junior Research Fellow -IITPKD/2026/014/ME/SAC.
Application Fee
Age Limit
- Project Associate (Mechanical Engineering): Maximum 35 years.
- Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering): Maximum 31 years as on 2026-05-08.
Selection Process
Practice Mock Tests
Combined Test: Clocks and Calendar, Ratio and Proportion & Speed Time and Distance
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Organization
Project Associate (Mechanical Engineering): This work focuses on the advancement of computational mechanics and predictive modeling. It aims to achieve high-efficiency parameter estimation by combining physical laws with advanced data science. The research involves using physics-informed machine learning to solve complex inverse problems and quantify uncertainties in mechanical systems. This research is funded by the SERB Ramanujan Fellowship.
Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering): This work focuses on the advancement of electric vehicle safety and efficiency within the specific environment of India. It aims to achieve a high-efficiency system for keeping battery packs at the right temperature and tracking their health in real-time. The research looks at how heat affects battery life and develops ways to predict when maintenance is needed before a failure happens. By monitoring these systems constantly, the project helps make EVs more reliable and long-lasting for daily use. This research is funded by ANRF CRG.
