Society for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS), under the Office of Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Chennai, invites applications from Indian citizens for the post of Project Associate (Software) in a Research & Development project in the area of Cybersecurity. These positions are purely temporary on contract basis with consolidated salary. The initial duration is One Year, extendable based on project needs and performance. There is no scope for continuation, regularization, or absorption.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying online to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, experience, and other criteria. The SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026 for 04 Vacancies Online Application process started on 13th February 2026 and closes on 19th February 2026 before 6:00 PM.
SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Project Associate (Software) - Post Code: 26-PA-02 |
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| Total Vacancies |
04 Posts |
| Age Limit |
Not more than 35 Years (as on closing date) |
| Consolidated Salary |
₹40,000/- to ₹60,000/- per month (based on qualification & experience) |
| Minimum Qualification |
B.E./B.Tech. (60%+) in CS/IT/InfoSec/CyberSec/ECE or equivalent |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting + Written Test / Interview + Documents Verification |
| Job Location |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Last Date |
19 February 2026 (before 6:00 PM) |
SETS Project Associate (Software) Vacancies & Salary:
| Post Name | No of Vacancies | Consolidated Salary |
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Project Associate (Software) |
04 |
₹40,000/- to ₹60,000/- per month |
SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 Years as on the closing date of advertisement.
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Essential Qualification: B.Tech / B.E in Computer Science / Information Technology / Information Security / Cyber Security / ECE or equivalent with 60% or above marks or equivalent CGPA.
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Desirable Qualification: M.Tech / M.E in Computer Science / Information Technology / Information Security / Cyber Security or equivalent with 60% or above marks or equivalent CGPA.
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Experience: 0 - 4 Years of Relevant Experience in the field of Cybersecurity / Software Development.
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Other: Indian Citizens only. Positions purely temporary/contractual in R&D project mode. No regularization/absorption.
SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
The selection will be based on the following steps:-
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Shortlisting of applications
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Written Test and / or Personal Interview at SETS, Chennai
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Documents Verification (originals to be produced)
SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- No Application Fee for any category
Important Dates:
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Date of Notification |
13 February 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application Upload |
19 February 2026 (before 6:00 PM) |
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Date of Written Test / Interview |
To be intimated to shortlisted candidates via Email |
Important Links:
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SETS Project Associate (Software) Official Notification |
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SETS Project Associate Online Application Form |
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SETS Official Website / Careers |
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✅ How to Apply SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026:
Eligible Interested candidates must apply online through the Google Form link provided. The application steps are follows:-
➢ Step 1: Visit the online application form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHQGrwsjhpCVucgzwbhxrwQyucZyuae1pXXJ_dCJ-2tzWVBw/viewform
➢ Step 2: Fill all required personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
➢ Step 3: Prepare and upload scanned copies of academic certificates as a single PDF document.
➢ Step 4: Prepare and upload scanned copies of experience certificates (if any) as a single PDF document.
➢ Step 5: Submit the form before 19 February 2026, 6:00 PM. Take a screenshot/printout of the submission confirmation for reference.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026?
04 posts on purely temporary/contract basis in Cybersecurity R&D project.
What is the age limit for SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026?
Not more than 35 Years as on the closing date of the advertisement.
What is the consolidated salary in SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026?
₹40,000/- to ₹60,000/- per month depending on higher qualification and relevant experience.
What is the selection process for SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026?
Shortlisting followed by Written Test and/or Interview at SETS Chennai, plus Documents Verification.
What are the important dates for SETS Project Associate (Software) Recruitment 2026?
Notification Date: 13 February 2026 | Last Date to Apply: 19 February 2026 (before 6:00 PM).