01 At a glance
| Recruiting body | IIT Dharwad |
| Job reference | 01KZX63ZN7101EQ0R0JCGVQM4A |
| Vacancies | 1 posts |
| Qualification | |
| Location | See official notification |
| Employment | Contract |
| Applications close | 16 Aug 2026, 5:15 AM IST |
About this post
IIT Dharwad has issued an official recruitment notification for Training and Placement Officer (TPO) [on contract].
Contractual Training and Placement Officer position in Student Welfare [Career Development Cell] for an initially stated period of one year.
Qualification recognition and eligibility reference: Qualification obtained has to be from recognized University/Institute. Eligibility in terms of age, qualification and experience of an applicant for the post applied shall be considered as on the last date of closing of online interface.
No claim to regular position or regular-employee benefits: Selected Applicant shall not have a claim on any regular position and shall not be bestowed any of the privileges like Housing, Medical Facility and Other benefits available to the regular employees of the Institute.
Review the verified details below and read the linked official notification for the exact eligibility, dates and application instructions.
- Qualification
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- Pay
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₹ 60,000/- to 1,20,000/- [consolidated] based on experience and competence with yearly increment of 5% in case of extension [if any, based on performance].
- Essential experience
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Having at least 3 years of relevant experience as a TPO in a reputed Technical Institute with proven record is desirable or experience in Multi Industry with vast industry network.
- Contract period
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1 year [Extendable up to 3 years based on performance and the requirements of the Institute], which may be renewed annually subject to the satisfaction of the Competent Authority.
- Vacancy variation
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The number of vacancies indicated in the notification is tentative. IIT DHARWAD reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of advertised posts at the time of selection. Further, IIT DHARWAD reserves the right NOT to fill any of the post[s] advertised.
- Working days
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The selected Applicants are expected to work six days in a week and/or as decided by the Competent Authority.
- Medical fitness and joining
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The appointment of the Selected applicants is subject to being found medically fit as per the requirements of the Institute. The selected applicant is expected to join the Institute immediately.
- Application mode
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ONLINE
Important dates
- Last date for submission of online applicationAug 15, 2026
- Tentative date of the Selection Process — Training and Placement Officer (TPO) [on contract] — Tentative date of the Selection ProcessAug 24, 2026
02 Vacancies
Total vacancies: 1 posts
A category-wise breakdown is not available for this post.
03 Eligibility requirements
Education
| Qualification | |
| Qualification |
Age and relaxation
| Status | Not specified in the current record |
Experience and other rules
| Status | Not specified in the current record |
Pay and fees
| Pay | ₹ 60,000/- to 1,20,000/- [consolidated] based on experience and competence with yearly increment of 5% in case of extension [if any, based on performance]. |
| Application fee | See the official notification |
Selection process
- Selection procedureSkill Test/Interview/Any other mode as decided by the Institute (or) Selection Committee.
- Possible selection methods and shortlistingThe Institute may hold Written Test and/or Skill Test and/or Personal Interview and/or any other form of test for selection, wherever circumstances so warrant. The prescribed Essential Qualification and Experience are a bare minimum, and the Institute may restrict the number called based on Academic Performance and/or Qualification and/or Experience higher than the prescribed minimum.
- In-person selection processApplicants are required to appear for the Selection Process in person at IIT DHARWAD.
04 How to apply
Complete every required step in sequence. A portal registration alone may not complete the application.
Follow these steps in order
- 01Application method
Applicants possessing the requisite qualification and experience are required to apply ONLY through ONLINE process.
- 02Application fee
Applicants should tender application fee of ₹ 200/- (Rupees Two hundred only), including GST payable through State Bank e-collect facility. The link of the same will be available in the online application. Application fee is non-refundable. The reference number of fee payment should be provided while filling online application. No other mode of payment will be accepted and payment made in any other form stands forfeited.
- 03Document upload and production
Applicant should upload original scanned copies of certificate[s]/document[s]/Mark sheets of all semester/years on online portal in support of their claim regarding qualification (matriculation onwards), experience, date of birth, caste, category etc. Original certificates & self-attested copies should be produced at the time of selection process as well as while joining.
- 04Hard copy
Hard copy of the online application form is NOT required to be sent.
Official application routes
Use the route specified for your apprentice or qualification group.
| Who should use it | Official URL printed in notification | Establishment ID |
|---|---|---|
| Online application form and detailed instructions | https://www.iitdh.ac.in | — |
| Online application form and detailed instructions | https://www.iitdh.ac.in/announcement | — |
Before final submissionRecheck your category, qualification, marks, contact details and uploaded documents. Use only the verified official routes shown on this page.
Important official conditions
Condition
| Essential experience | Having at least 3 years of relevant experience as a TPO in a reputed Technical Institute with proven record is desirable or experience in Multi Industry with vast industry network. |
| Contract period | 1 year [Extendable up to 3 years based on performance and the requirements of the Institute], which may be renewed annually subject to the satisfaction of the Competent Authority. |
| Qualification recognition and eligibility reference | Qualification obtained has to be from recognized University/Institute. Eligibility in terms of age, qualification and experience of an applicant for the post applied shall be considered as on the last date of closing of online interface. |
| Vacancy variation | The number of vacancies indicated in the notification is tentative. IIT DHARWAD reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of advertised posts at the time of selection. Further, IIT DHARWAD reserves the right NOT to fill any of the post[s] advertised. |
| No claim to regular position or regular-employee benefits | Selected Applicant shall not have a claim on any regular position and shall not be bestowed any of the privileges like Housing, Medical Facility and Other benefits available to the regular employees of the Institute. |
| Working days | The selected Applicants are expected to work six days in a week and/or as decided by the Competent Authority. |
| Medical fitness and joining | The appointment of the Selected applicants is subject to being found medically fit as per the requirements of the Institute. The selected applicant is expected to join the Institute immediately. |
Eligibility
| Age requirement | Below 45 years is desirable [Age relaxation is applicable only for exceptional cases]. Eligibility in terms of age, qualification and experience of an applicant for the post applied shall be considered as on the last date of closing of online interface. |