Anna University – MIT Campus Chennai Invites Applications for Project Assistant (2025)

Anna University – MIT Campus Chennai has announced an opportunity for candidates interested in advanced research and sustainable automotive technologies. This recruitment focuses on the role of Project Assistant, supporting an innovative project on green hydrogen generation for vehicles. The position offers an excellent platform for mechanical and automotive engineering graduates aiming to contribute to emerging clean-energy research domains.

About Anna University – MIT Campus

Anna University is a leading technical institution in Tamil Nadu known for its engineering excellence, established in 1978. The MIT Campus in Chromepet maintains a strong academic and research legacy across automotive, aeronautical, and engineering sciences. Through its research-focused environment and industry-driven academic culture, the campus continues to attract scholars committed to solving real-world engineering challenges.

Project Overview: Green Hydrogen from Catalytic Ammonia Decomposition

The advertised position is tied to the project titled “On-Board Green H₂ Generation for Vehicles Using Novel Catalytic Ammonia Decomposition Through Exhaust Waste Heat Recovery to Control GHG Emissions.”
This research aims to develop an innovative method for generating hydrogen on vehicles using ammonia decomposition, powered by waste heat from exhaust systems. The project supports India’s larger goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting clean mobility solutions.

The Project Assistant will contribute to design, experimentation, data analysis, and prototype development, making it suitable for candidates passionate about sustainable automotive engineering.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold any one of the following degrees with First Class:

• B.E./B.Tech in
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Automobile Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Or other relevant engineering specializations under the Mechanical Engineering faculty
• OR M.E./M.Tech in the above-mentioned or related disciplines
  A strong academic background, research inclination, and familiarity with automotive systems will be advantageous.

Position Details

• Job Title: Project Assistant
• Employment Type: Temporary / Project-Based
• Monthly Stipend: ₹25,000 (Consolidated)
• Job Location: MIT Campus, Chromepet, Chennai

The role offers hands-on experience in hydrogen-based propulsion research, making it especially valuable for candidates seeking R&D roles in green energy, automotive innovation, and advanced propulsion systems.

Application Procedure

Eligible applicants must submit their application form along with:

• Self-attested academic certificates
• Experience certificates (if any)
• Published papers or technical documents
• Any supporting materials relevant to the project

Applications must be sent via Registered Post or submitted in person to the project investigator at MIT Campus.

Correspondence Address

Dr. P. Senthil Kumar
Associate Professor & Principal Investigator
Department of Automobile Engineering
Madras Institute of Technology
Anna University, Chromepet
Chennai – 600 044

Last Date for Application Submission:
15 December 2025, 5:00 PM

Why This Opportunity Matters

This recruitment is ideal for candidates who wish to:

• Work on next-generation green hydrogen technologies
• Explore careers in research within top engineering institutions
• Contribute to sustainable and energy-efficient automotive solutions
• Strengthen their profile for doctoral studies or industry R&D roles

By engaging with a project aligned with global sustainability goals, the selected Project Assistant will gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of mobility.