IIT Indore Recruitment 2026: 1 Server Administrator – Apply Offline @ iiti.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• One of the following combinations is required:
• B.Tech./B.E. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline with 5 years of relevant experience in server administration.
• M.Tech./M.E. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline with 3 years of relevant experience in server administration.
• MCA with 5 years of relevant experience in server administration.
• Minimum hands-on experience must include:
• Server setup, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Windows and Linux servers in a production environment.
• User management, security settings, and system hardening.
• Administration of virtualized environments (VMware, XCP-ng/XOA, KVM, Hyper-V).
• Backup creation, restoration, and disaster-recovery planning.
• Firewall management, network protocols, and enterprise security best practices.
• Desirable (not mandatory):
• RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator) or equivalent Linux administration certification.
• MCSE or relevant Windows Server certification.
• Experience with HPC server administration and data-centre activities.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Shortlisting of Applications: Applications received by the outsourcing agency will be screened against eligibility criteria.
• Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview to assess domain knowledge and experience.
• Technical Skill Test: Selected candidates will undergo a practical/technical skill test to verify hands-on competence in system administration.
• No Travelling Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) will be paid for attending the interview or skill test.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Bring original documents along with self-attested photocopies at the time of interview/skill test:
• Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as proof of date of birth.
• All degree certificates and consolidated mark sheets for the qualifying degree.
• Experience certificates on official company/institution letterhead.
• Valid category/caste certificate (if claiming relaxation) in the Central Government prescribed format.
• Copies of professional certifications (RHCSA, MCSE, etc.) if held.
• Two recent passport-size photographs and a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or PAN).
• Important Instructions:
• Applications must be submitted offline through the outsourcing agency as specified in the advertisement. Do not send applications directly to IIT Indore.
• This is a contractual, on-site position at the IIT Indore campus. Candidates not willing to relocate to Indore need not apply.
• The engagement is initially for a period of 1 year, extendable based on performance and institutional requirements.
• Age, education, experience, and other eligibility criteria may be relaxed at the discretion of the competent authority for exceptionally qualified candidates.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download IIT Indore Server Administrator Official Notification PDF (IITI/GAD/Outsource/2026)
• Visit the Official IIT Indore Website

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• Visit the Official IIT Indore Website ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.