IIT Ropar DRIF Project Officer 2026
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AZResults Editorial Team
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Applications for Project Officer are open until 30 July 2026. You’ll manage defence projects under DRIF by coordinating with Armed Forces, CAPFs, academia and industry. The role requires a detailed CV sent via email, and shortlisted candidates will face online and in-person interactions.
Important Dates
| Application Deadline | 30 July 2026 |
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| Selection Process | Online and in-person interaction for shortlisted candidates |
Age Limit
| Maximum Age | Less than 56 years |
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Vacancy Details
| Post | Project Officer |
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| Vacancy | 1 |
| Eligibility | Minimum 5 years in Armed Forces or equivalent Pay Band 12+ in administrative/managerial role |
Experience and Qualifications
| Minimum Experience | 5 years in Armed Forces or equivalent of Pay Band 12 and above in administrative/managerial role in Civil Organisations |
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| Preferred | Appointment tenanted in any Armed Forces Category A training institute |
| Desirable Qualification | MBA, PGDBM, diploma or certificate in financial management |
Remuneration
| Pay Structure | Monthly consolidated pay (exact amount to be decided by Board) |
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| Allowances | No other allowances payable |
| Contract Duration | 11 months only |
Job Responsibilities
| Project Management | Manage defence projects under DRIF by coordinating with Armed Forces, CAPFs, Academia, MSMEs |
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| Documentation | Ensure and maintain correct documentation and budgets for projects with Ministry of Defence, Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and CAPFs |
| Reporting | Manage and disseminate monthly updates for Armed Forces projects to all stakeholders |
| Timeline Implementation | Implement project timelines as per signed MoUs/MoAs, oversee budget and institutional guidelines |
| Board Reporting | Assist CEO in managing and disseminating accurate quarterly reports to DRIF Board of Directors |
| Events | Assist CEO in conducting annual events with Armed Forces for DRIF promotion |
| Coordination | Coordinate with Armed Forces Project Officers and technical advisors/IIT faculty members |
Skills Required
| Field Experience | Extensive field experience and rich exposure to operations/projects across technology domains |
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| Team Management | Strong team building and people-management skills with ability to set priorities and manage mission-critical teams |
| Stakeholder Engagement | Solutions-oriented mindset, adept at engaging with multiple stakeholders including academic institutions and Armed Forces |
| Financial Acumen | Sound understanding of financial processes involving project management and stakeholder management in high-responsibility roles |
| Reporting | Experience with writing project reports, framing SoPs and budgetary estimates is desirable |
How to Apply
- Prepare detailed CV with all relevant experience and qualifications
- Email CV to [email protected]
- Use subject line: Application for the Position of Project Officer
- Ensure submission is on or before 30 July 2026
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for online and in-person interaction
- Management decision on shortlisting and selection is final
Frequently Asked Questions
Which organisation is conducting this?
IIT Ropar Defence Research and Innovation Foundation (DRIF)
What are the important dates?
Application Deadline: 30 July 2026. Selection Process: Online and in-person interaction for shortlisted candidates.
What is the age limit?
Maximum Age: Less than 56 years.
How many vacancies are there?
Post: Project Officer. Vacancy: 1. Eligibility: Minimum 5 years in Armed Forces or equivalent Pay Band 12+ in administrative/managerial role.
What is the salary?
Pay Structure: Monthly consolidated pay (exact amount to be decided by Board). Allowances: No other allowances payable. Contract Duration: 11 months only.