IIM Mumbai Junior Sports Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) is hiring 2 Junior Sports Associates on a fixed-term contract, initially for 01 year and extendable. The pay is ₹30,000 - ₹35,000 per month (consolidated), plus an Out of Campus Allowance of ₹3,500 per month and a mobile reimbursement of ₹350 per month. The minimum qualification is a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution. Applications are online only, at iimmumbai.ac.in/careers, on or before 16 November 2026 (5:00 pm), under Advt. No. Admn/Rectt/2026/39.

IIM Mumbai Junior Sports Associate at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About IIM Mumbai

Indian Institute of Management Mumbai is a management institute at Vihar Lake Rd, Powai, Mumbai - 400087. The Junior Sports Associates will support the sports and fitness activities of the Institute, including its intra-institute events, tournaments and competitions.

Who Can Apply

The notice lists the following under "Minimum Qualifications & Experience":

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution.
• Diploma in Sports Management or related field will be desirable.
• Candidates with relevant experience in sports activities, event coordination or sports administration will be preferred.

Desired Qualification

• Participation/experience in organizing sports events, tournaments or competitions.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Excel and other basic computer applications.
• Basic knowledge of social media and digital communication platforms.

Experience

• Preference will be given to persons with work experience in the relevant field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in any Government/ Semi-Government/ Autonomous/PSU/Private sector in the sporting domain shall be considered.
• Candidates who have participated in national and international level Olympic Sports Disciplines would be given preference.
• Knowledge of IT, software applications and social media.

Age Limit

The age limit is "Upto 45 years (preferably)". The notice does not print an "as on" date for age. Notice condition 23 says the selection criteria may be relaxed for exceptionally deserving candidates.

Reserved Categories

Candidates from the NC OBC, SC/ST and PwD categories must produce a valid Caste/Category certificate to support their reservation category. The applicable Central Government list as on the last date of application is binding. These candidates must upload valid documents signed by the competent authority. No request to change the category applied for will be entertained.

See the official notification for the full eligibility requirements for the Junior Sports Associate post.

Pay and Tenure

• Monthly emoluments: ₹30,000 - ₹35,000 per month (consolidated).
• Out of Campus Allowance (OCA): ₹3,500 per month.
• Mobile reimbursement: ₹350 per month.
• Mode of engagement: fixed-term contract through an Institute contract or an Institute empaneled outsourcing agency. Selected candidates may be hired through an outsourcing agency empaneled by the Institute.
• Period: initially 01 year. The term can be extended as per the Institute requirement, subject to satisfactory performance and the needs of the Institute.
• Performance review: performance is reviewed every year and is also evaluated after three months of joining. Continuation in the role depends on meeting performance benchmarks.
• Nature of the post: purely contractual. Candidates will have no right to claim regularization or absorption in the Institute.
• Work schedule: six days per week (Saturday, Sunday and four weekdays).
• Sunday off in lieu: one day off in lieu of Sunday, taken on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday of the following week.
• Casual leave: 1.5 days per month.
• Working hours: 0600 HRs to 1200 Hrs / 1630 Hrs to 2230 Hrs (Shift Duty).

IIM Mumbai Junior Sports Associate Job Description

• Assist in the day-to-day conduct of sports and fitness activities of the Institute.
• Assist in organizing intra-institute sports events, tournaments and competitions.
• Coordinate with students and participants regarding sports schedules, registrations and event requirements.
• Assist coaches and sports personnel in conducting training sessions and sports programmes.
• Assist in maintaining sports equipment, facilities and inventory records.
• Support arrangements for transportation, venues, equipment and other logistics for sports events.
• Maintain attendance, participation records and basic documentation related to sports activities.
• Assist in preparation of reports, schedules, notices and other sports-related documents.
• Assist in promoting sports activities through appropriate communication and social media platforms.
• Perform any other duties related to sports activities as assigned by the Institute.

How to Apply for IIM Mumbai Junior Sports Associate

Submit the application form online at https://iimmumbai.ac.in/careers on or before 16 November 2026 (5:00 pm). No other mode of application will be entertained. Incomplete applications, or applications without proper supporting documents, will be summarily rejected.

Documents named in the notice

• Valid Caste/Category certificate signed by the competent authority, uploaded with the application (NC-OBC, SC, ST and PwD candidates only).
• Proper supporting documents for the application.
• A correct e-mail ID. All correspondence, including written test or interview call letters, is sent only to the e-mail ID the candidate gives.

Selection and Interview

Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee that a candidate will be shortlisted for the interview. The Institute may limit the number of shortlisted candidates to a reasonable number based on higher qualifications and/or experience.

• Selection stages: selection will be through an interview or any other test/selection process that the Institute considers appropriate, for shortlisted candidates only. Depending on the number and quality of applications, the Institute may decide to hold a skill test and/or interview and/or any other test.
• Information for shortlisted candidates: shortlisted candidates will be told about the selection process separately. The interview date will be sent later to shortlisted candidates through email ONLY.
• Documents at the interview: bring all original Certificates, Degrees and other documents for your educational qualification, professional qualification, work experience, age etc. for verification, along with one set of photocopies of these documents.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
• The number of posts may be increased or decreased as per the requirement of the Institute, and the Institute may also decide not to fill the post.
• The Institute can accept or reject any or all applications without giving a reason.
• The Institute can modify, withdraw or cancel the selection process at any stage, even after an appointment letter has been issued.
• No interim correspondence will be entertained. The decision of IIM Mumbai will be final and binding.
• Updates, amendments and corrigenda will be published only on the Institute website, www.iimmumbai.ac.in.
• Any legal disputes will be restricted to the jurisdiction of Mumbai only.

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