📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Project Scientist and Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.)
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has released a notification for the recruitment of 1 Project Scientist and 1 Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) on a contractual basis for a project funded by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. Eligible candidates can apply via email.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) |
| Post Names | Project Scientist, Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Advertisement No. | IITD/IRD/205/2026 |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 August 2026 |
| Job Type | Contractual (Project-based) |
| Official Website | ird.iitd.ac.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACTOR
Number of Vacancies:2
Post-wise Vacancy & Salary Details
| S.No | Post Name | Vacancies | Salary (₹ per month) + HRA @27% | Project Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Scientist | 1 | 47,790 – 62,350 | Upto 04/12/2027 |
| 2 | Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) | 1 | 29,290 – 38,220 | |
| Total | 2 | |||
Post-wise Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Desirable / Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientist | B.Tech/M.Sc/M.C.A/Post Graduate in relevant discipline with 1st class or equivalent | Familiarity with high-performance programming (C, C++ and/or Rust), distributed systems, and database internals |
| Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) | Diploma (3 years)/Graduate degree in appropriate discipline OR ITI (2 years) in relevant trade with 6 years relevant work experience | B.Tech in relevant discipline with 1st class; Familiarity with high-performance programming (C, C++ and/or Rust), distributed systems, and database internals |
Educational Qualification & Experience:Post-specific qualifications as detailed in the eligibility table. All qualifications must be from a recognized University/Institution with 1st class or equivalent. 5% relaxation of marks may be granted to SC/ST candidates.
Skills:High-performance programming (C, C++, Rust), distributed systems, database internals, and relevant technical expertise.
Age Limit:Please refer to the official notification for specific age limits and relaxation details.
Salary (per month): Project Scientist: ₹47,790 – 62,350 + HRA @27%. Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.): ₹29,290 – 38,220 + HRA @27%.
Selection Procedure:
- Shortlisting based on advertised qualifications and requirements. IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for shortlisting.
- Online Interview for shortlisted candidates.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned for any category.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates who wish to apply for the IIT Delhi Project Scientist and Jr. Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
- Read Official Notification: Download and read the official notification carefully from the IIT Delhi IRD website.
- Download Application Form: Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec/).
- Fill Application Form: Fill the form completely with accurate personal, educational, and experience details, including percentage of marks/division.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, and ID proof.
- Email Subject: Clearly mention the advertisement number (IITD/IRD/205/2026) and the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Send Email: Send the complete application to the official email address: [email protected].
- Confirm Deadline: Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 17 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Keep a Copy: Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
Important: Only short-listed candidates will be informed for the online interview. Their names will be displayed on the web link (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted) along with interview details.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Submission of Application (via Email) | 17 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
🔗 Important Official Links
Official Website (IRD): https://ird.iitd.ac.in
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification
Application Form: http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec/
Email for Applications: [email protected]
Shortlisted Candidates Link: http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Email Application: Submit your application only via email to [email protected]. No other mode will be accepted.
- Application Form: Use the prescribed Form No. IRD/REC-4 available on the IRD website.
- Eligibility: Ensure you meet the educational qualification, experience, and 1st class criteria before applying.
- Email Subject: Clearly mention the advertisement number and post applied for in the subject line.
- Deadline: Send your application well before the last date (17 August 2026, 5:00 PM).
- Shortlisting: IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for shortlisting. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the online interview.
- Check Website: Visit the IRD website regularly for updates on the shortlist and interview schedule.
- No Fee: There is no application fee for this recruitment.
- Contractual Role: This is a project-based contractual engagement and does not confer any right to regular employment.