System Administrator – IIT Madras
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹75,000 - ₹95,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics and Communication, or Computer Applications from a recognized university.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in an R&D lab environment with proficiency in Linux/Unix administration and scripting.
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras is seeking a skilled System Administrator for a single vacancy at the Silicon Photonics CoE-CPPICS, offering a competitive monthly salary between ₹75,000 and ₹95,000. This critical role requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or Electronics with at least three years of specialized R&D lab experience. Successful candidates will manage high-performance computing nodes and secure network infrastructure in a cutting-edge research environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to support advanced scientific projects with a guaranteed 5% annual salary increment.
- The initial appointment is for one year on a contract basis, with potential extensions up to five years based on performance.
- Candidates must submit their applications online through the official IC&SR portal by the deadline of June 3, 2026.
- The selection process involves shortlisting based on qualifications followed by a Test or Interview for eligible candidates.
- Applicants must be Indian citizens or eligible subjects of Nepal with valid certification from the Government of India.
- The role includes a 5% annual increment on the consolidated salary to reward consistent performance and expertise.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated salary of ₹75,000 to ₹95,000 per month with a 5% annual increment based on performance.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience Written Test Skill Test Interview
Application Fees
Refer official detailed notification
Reservation
Unreserved (UR): 1 Standard Government of India reservation norms apply for age relaxation and selection for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IIT Madras ICSR careers portal.
- Locate Advertisement Number Advt.90/2026.
- Register with a valid email ID if you are a new user.
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and professional details.
- Upload required documents and testimonials as specified.
- Submit the application before the deadline of 03.06.2026.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference during the selection process.
- Do not send hard copies of the application to the Institute.
Frequently Asked Questions
The System Administrator position offers a consolidated monthly salary ranging from ₹75,000 to ₹95,000, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or Computer Applications.
There is currently 01 (one) vacancy available for the System Administrator post at the Silicon Photonics CoE-CPPICS.