Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Tirupati has a special opportunity just for you. If you’ve retired from Central Government, Autonomous Bodies, or Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), and have rich experience in finance and accounts, this could be your chance to contribute to a prestigious institution.
They’re looking for one Internal Audit Officer on a contract basis – a role created specifically for experienced professionals like you who still have much to offer.
Need to Know:
| Position | Internal Audit Officer (on Contract) |
|---|---|
| Organization | IIT Tirupati |
| For Whom? | Retired employees only (Central Govt/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs) |
| Salary | ₹65,000 per month (Consolidated – a fixed amount) |
| Age Limit | Preferably up to 62, but not more than 70 years |
| Experience Required | At least 10 years in Finance/Accounts/Audit |
| Educational Qualification | Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (Commerce preferred) |
| Last Date to Apply | 15th February, 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
Who can apply?
- You must be a retired employee from Central Government, Autonomous Bodies, or PSUs.
- You should have a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Commerce.
- You need 10 years of hands-on experience in finance, accounts, or audit work.
- Out of those 10 years, at least 5 years should have been at a senior level (Pay Level 10 or equivalent).
- Your age should be 70 years or below on the interview date.
What’s the salary?
- It’s a fixed amount of ₹65,000 per month.
- Important for pensioners: Your salary will be calculated as your last drawn pay MINUS your pension. This resulting amount (or ₹65,000, whichever is lower) will be your monthly payment.
- Example: If your last pay was ₹80,000 and pension is ₹30,000, you will get ₹80,000 – ₹30,000 = ₹50,000 per month.
What is the job like?
- This is a full-time, purely contractual position.
- The initial appointment is for 1 year, which may be extended up to a maximum of 3 years based on performance and need.
- You will be posted at the IIT Tirupati campus in Yerpedu.
How will the selection happen?
- There is NO written exam.
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on their application.
- Final selection will be based only on an interview.
- Interview dates will be announced later on the IIT Tirupati website.
How to Apply?
- Download the application form (Annexure-A) from the IIT Tirupati official website.
- Fill it and gather self-attested copies of all documents:
- Educational Certificates
- Experience Certificates
- Retirement Order
- Pension Payment Order (PPO) / Last Pay Certificate
- Any other relevant certificates
- Scan everything (application form + all documents) and merge them into a single PDF file.
- Email this single PDF to outsourcing_rect@iittp.ac.in
- Do this on or before 15th February 2026.
- You do NOT need to send any hard copies by post.
Official Notice :
Important Things:
- This is NOT a permanent job and does NOT lead to any permanent position at IIT in the future.
- You will NOT get benefits like Provident Fund (PF), Gratuity, Medical Allowance, DA, HRA, or TA.
- NO travel allowance (TA/DA) will be provided for attending the interview or for joining.
- The institute can cancel the recruitment or terminate the contract based on its requirements.
- If selected, you will need to submit a Medical Fitness Certificate before joining.
FAQs:
Q: I am 67 years old and retired from a PSU. Can I apply?
A: Yes, absolutely. The upper age limit is 70 years.
Q: What does “Pay Level 10 or equivalent” mean?
A: It refers to a senior pay scale (approx. ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 as per 7th Pay Commission) or an equivalent senior post in government/PSUs.
Q: I get a pension. How much salary will I actually receive?
A: Your final monthly payment will be: Your Last Drawn Salary – Your Pension Amount. This will not exceed ₹65,000.
Q: Is there any chance this will become a permanent job later?
A: No. This is strictly a contractual position with no possibility of conversion to a permanent post.
Conclusion:
This is a unique opportunity for retired finance professionals to continue using their expertise in a respected academic environment like IIT. If you meet the criteria and are interested in a challenging contractual role, consider applying.
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes based on the official notification. For complete accuracy and the application form, please refer to the official IIT Tirupati website.