IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026: Apply for 5 Project Appointment Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi New Delhi Last Date: 16th March, 2026
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IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026: Apply for 5 Project Appointment Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 5 Project Appointment posts. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking research-oriented jobs in a premier institute. The recruitment is for Project-based positions, including Research Associates and Project Assistants, in various technical departments.

Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment (Merit-based selection via Online Interview). This is not a competitive written examination.

Key Highlights Table

Organization Name Post Name(s) Total Vacancies Application Mode Last Date Official Website
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) Research Associate, Senior Project Assistant, Junior Research Fellow, Project Assistant 5 Email 16 March 2026 ird.iitd.ac.in

Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)

Post Name Vacancies Pay Scale/Salary (Per Month + 27% HRA) Age Limit
Research Associate 1 Rs. 58,000/- No specific limit mentioned
Senior Project Assistant (Tech.) 1 Rs. 47,790 - 62,350/- (Stepped scale) No specific limit mentioned
Junior Research Fellow 2 Rs. 37,000/- No specific limit mentioned
Project Assistant (Tech.) 1 Rs. 39,420 - 51,420/- (Stepped scale) No specific limit mentioned

Note: For Retired/Superannuated Government Employees, salary will be fixed as per prevailing IRD norms.

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

  • Research Associate: Ph.D. with first class in Physics/Electrical/Optics OR 3 years' experience after M.Tech. (Optics) with SCI publications. Experience in Optics experimentation, Optical engineering, Quantum communication, Software defined networks.
  • Senior Project Assistant (Tech.): B.Tech. with first class in Optics, Electronics/Communication, Fibre-optics, Instrumentation. Experience in FPGA programming, Telecommunication, Optical design.
  • Junior Research Fellow: Master's with first class in Physics/Electronics/Communication/Instrumentation with NET/GATE qualification. Experience in Quantum Communication, Optical experimentation.
  • Project Assistant (Tech.): Master of Physics with first class and at least 2 years experience in Optical lab setup, Technical management of quantum projects.

Age Limit

  • No specific minimum or maximum age limit is mentioned for any post.
  • Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Specific technical experience in the relevant field is mandatory as listed above.
  • For Junior Research Fellow, NET/GATE qualification is required.

Selection Process

The selection for these project-based posts will be based on the following stages:

  1. Screening of Applications: Based on qualifications and experience.
  2. Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
  3. Final Selection: Based on interview performance and document verification.

Note: There is no written examination (Prelims/Mains) for this recruitment.

Application Fee

Not specified in the notification. Candidates should refer to the official PDF for any fee requirements.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Candidates must apply via email by following these steps:

  1. Read the official notification carefully (Download PDF).
  2. Prepare your application with complete bio-data, personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
  3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, recent passport-size photographs).
  4. Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
  5. Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
  6. Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 16 March 2026.
  7. Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Release Date 27 February 2026
Last Date for Submitting Application via Email 16 March 2026
Online Interview Date To be notified (After application screening)

Important Links Section

Official Notification Document

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इंडियन इंस्टीट्यूट ऑफ टेक्नोलॉजी दिल्ली हौज खास, नई दिल्ली -110016 (औद्योगिक अनुसंधान एवं विकास इकाई) INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY DELHI Hauz Khas, New Delhi-110016 / आय Research & Development Unit) No. lITD/IRD/RP04940G_SN/ yd Dated.4-/02/2026 Advertisement No.: IITD/IRD/058/2026 Applications from Indian nationals are invited for Project Appointment under the following project. Appointment shall be on contractual basis with consolidated pay, renewable tees subject oe rformance of the official or upto the duration of the project, whichever is earlier. Pufefad uRatern के तहत भारतीय नागरिकों आमंत्रित किए जाते हैं। अपॉइंटमेंट, अनुबंधित आधार पर समेकित वेतन, नवीकरणीय वार्षिक या परियोजना की अवधि तक, जो भी पहले हो, के साथ होगा. Title of the Project TowArds _trusted-node-free Hybrid Quantum sEcurE CommunicAtion neTworks TAHQEECAT) (RP04940G_SN Funding Agen Department of Science and Technology (NQM) New Delhi Name of the Project Prof. Bhaskar Kanseri, Investigator email id: [email protected] Deptt/.Centre Department of Physics Duration of the Project Upto:31/03/2031 ie Shi ee ai | = 3 } een 4 20 ८7 4 0. ee Peat 1 a3 ee | Research Associate (1) Rs.58,000/- per month plus Ph. D with first class in Physics/Electrical/Optics or 3 years' 27% HRA experience after M. Tech. (optics) with SCI publications or equivalent Experience: Optics experimentation, Optical engineering and instrumentation, prototype development, Quantum communication, Software defined networks, API development, At least 2 years commitment expected. Sr. Project Assistant (Tech.)| Rs.47,790 - 49,220- 50,700 - | B.Tech. with first class in Optics, (1) 52,220-53,790-55,400- Electronics/Communication, Fibre-optics, Instrumentation 57 ,060-58,770-60,530- or equivalent engineering degree, Experience: FPGA 62,350/- per month plus 27% | programming, or Telecommunication or Electronics circuit HRA "| design, or Software defined networks, or optical design and instrumentation, AP! development, At least 2 years commitment expected. Jr. Research Fellow (2) Rs.37,000/- per month plus 27% Master's with first class in Physics/ HRA Electronics/Communication/Instrumentation with NET/ GATE qualification or equivalent Experience: Quantum Communication, Optical experimentation, Quantum networks, At least 2 years commitment expected Project Assistant (Tech.) (1)| Rs.39,420 - 40,600 - 41,820 - | Master of Physics in first class with at least 2 years 43,070 - 44,360 - 45,690 - | experience in Optical lab setup, Technical management of 47,060 - 48,470 - 49,920 - | the quantum projects. Technical knowledge of equipment 51,420/- per month plus 27% | procurement and maintenance, At least 2 years HRA commitment expected The candidates who are interested to apply for the above post should download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec) of IIT Delhi and submit the duly filled form with complete information regarding educational qualifications indicating percentage of marks/division, details of work experience etc. by mail to Prof. Bhaskar Kanseri at email id: [email protected] IIT Dethi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for short-listing of eligible candidates from those Satisfying advertised qualification and requirement of the project post and their name will be displayed on web link (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted) along with the online interview details. Only short-listed candidates will be informed for online interview. In case any clarification is required on eligibility regarding the above post, the candidate may contact Prof. Bhaskar Kanseri at email id: [email protected] 5% relaxation of marks may be granted to the SC/ST Candidates. In case of selection of a retired/superannuated government employee, his/her salary will be fixed as per prevailing IRD norms. 3eayfad sifa / srepyfea seronfea a sesfeant a aiet ar 5% छूट दी जा सकती है. एक सेवानिवृत्त सरकारी कर्मचारी के चयन के मामले में उसका वेतन वर्तमान आईआरडी मानदंडों के अनुसार तय fur Svs) The last date for submitting the completed applications by e-mail is 16/03/2026 by 5.00 p.m. ; कार्यवाहक प्रमुख, ey, वितरण ¢ Head of the Deptt./Centres/Units : It is requested that the contents of the Above Advt. be brought to न the notice of the staff working in your Deptt./Centre/Unit e Webmaster, IRD : To put advertisement at IITD website. ¢ Notice Boards e Advertisement file e Prof. Bhaskar Kanseri, Department of Physics e Copy to Chairperson, DRC/CRC

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Past/Expired Recruitments

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( 01 Posts) Posts • Hauz Khas, New Delhi
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Institute Engineer, Executive Engineer (Civil)
( 02 Posts) Posts • Hauz-Khas, New Delhi
26th November 2025
Assistant Project Manager
( 01 Posts) Posts • Hauz Khas, New Delhi
11th November 2025
Project Attendant and Various Posts
( 03 Posts) Posts • Hauz Khas, New Delhi
22nd October 2025
Project Scientist
( 06 Posts) Posts • Hauz Khas, New Delhi
8th October 2025
Project Scientist, Project Assistant
( 03 Posts) Posts • Hauz Khas, New Delhi
30th September 2025
Deputy Registrar
( 04 Posts) Posts • Hauz-Khas, New Delhi
22nd September 2025
Superintending Engineer
( 02 Posts) Posts • Hauz Khas, New Delhi
1st July 2025
Institute Engineer, Executive Engineer
( 02 Posts) Posts • Hauz Khas, New Delhi
1st May 2025
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