IIT Delhi Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Notification PDF, Eligibility, Salary

IIT Delhi Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Notification PDF, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has released an official notification (Advt. No. IITD/IRO/042/2026) for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post. This is a project-based position offering a competitive stipend of Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA. This recruitment is a prime opportunity for candidates with a background in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or Engineering Physics who hold NET/GATE qualifications.

Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on short-listing and an Online Interview. No competitive written examination is involved.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

• Essential Qualification: B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc in the following disciplines:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Physics
  • Engineering Physics
  • Other relevant fields
• Mandatory Requirement: NET/GATE qualification is mandatory.
• Experience: Prior experience with photonics (simulation or experiments) is preferred.

Age Limit

Specific age criteria are generally governed by the project's funding agency (e.g., DST, SERB) or IIT Delhi recruitment rules. Candidates are advised to check the official PDF for specific "Age as on" cut-off dates. Usually, the upper age limit for JRF is 28 years (relaxable for SC/ST/OBC as per Govt. norms).

Selection Process

The selection for the Junior Research Fellow post involves the following stages:

1. Short-listing: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic qualifications (B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc) and possession of NET/GATE qualification.
2. Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an Online Interview.
3. Final Selection: Based on performance in the interview and availability of funds.

Application Fee

Note: The provided text does not specify an application fee. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for any fee requirements. If not mentioned, it is likely there is no fee for this specific project-based recruitment.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Since this is an offline recruitment via email, candidates must follow these steps carefully:

1. Read Notification: Carefully read the official notification available at the link below.
2. Prepare Application: Draft your application on plain paper or as a formal email. Include a complete Bio-data with personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
3. Attach Documents: Prepare self-attested copies of:
   • Educational Certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation, Post-Graduation)
   • NET/GATE Scorecard
   • Experience Certificates (if any)
   • ID Proof (Aadhar/Passport)
   • Recent Passport-size Photograph
4. Subject Line: In the email subject line, clearly mention: "Application for the post of Jr. Research Fellow (Advt. No. IITD/IRO/042/2026)".
5. Send Email: Send the completed application form and scanned copies of documents to the official email address mentioned in the PDF.
6. Deadline: Ensure the email is sent before the last date, 27 February 2026.
7. Keep Proof: Retain a copy of the sent email and receipt for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 12 February 2026
• Application Start Date: Not specified (Apply immediately)
• Last Date for Submission: 27 February 2026
• Interview Date: To be notified after short-listing

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Visit Official Website (IIT Delhi)