KUDSIT AI Engineer, Project Scientist Recruitment 2026

Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology (KUDSIT), Thiruvananthapuram, has invited applications for 2 posts in 2 roles under Advt No. KUDSIT/821/RO1/2022. The posts include AI Engineer, Project Scientist. Applications are accepted online until 6 November 2026.

The posts are for Thiruvananthapuram. Qualification required: AI Engineer: M.Tech/ME/MCA/M.Sc/MPhil in Computer Science. Project Scientist: Ph.D. in Computer Science (AI or allied areas) or M.Tech/ME/MCA/M.Sc/MPhil in Computer Science or allied areas, with 3 years experience in NLP/AI/Machine Learning. The pay is AI Engineer Rs.25,000 per month; Project Scientist Rs.45,000 to Rs.50,000 per month. Selection is by test and interview. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.

• Last date: 6 November 2026
• Vacancies: 2, in 2 roles
• How to apply: Online
• Pay: AI Engineer Rs.25,000 per month; Project Scientist Rs.45,000 to Rs.50,000 per month
• Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
• Age limit: Varies by post - see the table below
• Place: Thiruvananthapuram

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

Advt No. KUDSIT/821/RO1/2022 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.

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Age is counted as on last date for submission of application.

Age relaxation for all posts: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years.

Other conditions:

• Only Indian citizens can apply.
• Test/Interview will be conducted in Thiruvananthapuram district only.

• Applications that are incomplete, without documents, or received after the last date will be rejected.

AI Engineer

• Understand, design, and develop AI and Computer Vision solutions.
• Develop prototypes, pilot systems, and complete solutions.
• Review technical and functional specifications.
• Publish research papers and prepare detailed reports based on the studies conducted, write project proposals.
• Coordinate and conduct data collection and labeling activities.

Project Scientist

• Understand, design, and develop AI solutions and NLP problems especially palm leaf transliteration.
• Development of prototypes, pilot systems, and complete solutions.
• Review technical and functional specifications.
• Publish research papers, prepare detailed reports based on the studies conducted and write project proposals.
• Conduct visits and collaborate with related organizations for data collection and annotation.
• Coordinate and conduct data collection and labeling activities.

AI Engineer (1 post)

Qualification required: M.Tech/ME/MCA/M.Sc/MPhil in Computer Science from a recognized University with good academic performance and research experience. Age limit: Maximum 30 years. Pay: Rs.25,000 consolidated per month.

Project Scientist (1 post)

Qualification required: Ph.D. in Computer Science with specialization in AI or allied areas; M.Tech/ME/MCA/M.Sc/MPhil in Computer Science or allied areas from a recognized University/Educational Institution with a good academic record and research experience. Experience required: Minimum 3 years of working experience in NLP/AI/Machine Learning at a reputed institution, with a proven record of research publications (research experience during Ph.D period also considered). Age limit: Maximum 45 years. Pay: Rs.45,000 for postgraduation with relevant experience; Rs.50,000 for Ph.D with relevant experience.

• AI Engineer: initially four months, extendable up to one year on contract, subject to feasibility study results.
• Project Scientist: initially four months on contract, extendable subject to performance.

• Test
• Interview
• Selection will be based on a test and interview.

• Scanned copies of documents proving age, qualifications and experience

1. Submit the application online by 06-11-2026.
2. The application form is available at https://www.duk.ac.in/careers.
3. Upload scanned copies of documents proving age, qualification and experience with the online application.
4. Produce originals when called for.
5. Schedule of the test/interview will be sent only to the registered email, so check it regularly after the last date.

• No queries will be entertained after the application is submitted.
• The University may cancel the advertisement or the selection process at any stage without giving a reason.
• Canvassing will lead to cancellation of candidature.

This article is based on the official notification of Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology, Advertisement No. KUDSIT/821/RO1/2022, dated 22 October 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.