IIM Kozhikode Research Assistant Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) has one contract post of Research Assistant at its India-Japan Centre on Climate and Culture (IJCCC). The pay is a consolidated Rs. 25,000/- a month. To apply, you need an M.Sc. in Computer Science or an MCA, and you must be no older than 35. Applications are made online, and the deadline is 5:00 p.m. on 17 November 2026.

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode is located at IIM Kozhikode Campus P.O., Kunnamangalam, Kozhikode 673570. The notice describes the post's unit, the India-Japan Centre on Climate and Culture (IJCCC), as part of IIMK's aim of "globalizing Indian thought". The centre does this by combining climate, culture and international collaboration in one framework. The institute's phone number is 0495 2809160//366.

Role and Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection, processing and analysis.
• Develop and maintain software tools as required for the project.
• Conduct literature reviews and compile reports.
• Support the research team in documentation and presentation of findings.

Age Limit

The maximum age is 35 years, counted on the date of the notification. The notification is dated 28 October 2026.

Educational Qualification

M.Sc. in Computer Science/ MCA from a recognized university/ Institution.

Check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions for the post.

Selection is through a Skill Test/ Interview. IIMK will screen the eligible applications, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for the skill test or interview. Time slots will be sent by e-mail. If the interview schedule changes, applicants will hear about it through the institute website or by email, so check both regularly. The Director, IIMK, has the final say on selection.

• The post is purely on a contract basis for an initial six months.
• Any extension will depend on the project's requirements and the selected candidate's performance.
• All certificates and experience will be verified at the time of joining. The engagement depends on this verification.
• Canvassing in any form, or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will automatically disqualify a candidate.

1. Go to the IIM Kozhikode website at https://iimk.ac.in/ ↗. You can only apply online.
2. Fill in the online application for the Research Assistant post under Notification No. C-84/2026-IIMK.HR.
3. Upload your photograph, certificates, CV and signature in the format the online portal sets.
4. Submit the application by 5:00 p.m. on 17 November 2026.
5. After you apply, keep checking the website and your email for shortlisting news and interview time slots.

Documents to upload: photograph, certificates, CV and signature.