IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 for 9 Principal Project Scientist / Sr. Project Assistant / Sr. Research Engineer / Sr. Project Scientist / Research Associate – Apply Online @ ird.iitd.ac.in

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• Overview
• Vacancy Details
• Eligibility Criteria
• Salary & Stipend
• How to Apply
• FAQs

IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Golden Opportunity for Researchers and Engineers

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has released the Latest Notification 2026 for the recruitment of Principal Project Scientist, Sr. Project Assistant, Sr. Research Engineer, Sr. Project Scientist, and Research Associate. This is a golden opportunity for candidates holding Ph.D., M.Tech., MCA, or B.Tech. degrees with relevant experience. A total of 9 vacancies have been announced under Advt No. IITD/IRD/230/2026. The application process is through email and the last date is 11 September 2026. Interested candidates can download the official notification PDF from the official website ird.iitd.ac.in and apply as per the instructions.

This recruitment is part of Sarkari Naukri 2026 for central government jobs in Delhi. Candidates seeking Government Jobs 2026 in research and development should not miss this chance.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown – IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria – IIT Delhi Jobs 2026

Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications and experience requirements as per the post:

• Principal Project Scientist: Ph.D. (1st class) OR M.Tech./MS(R)/MCA (1st Class) with 06 years experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, ECE, or equivalent. Desirable: Cyber security, machine learning.
• Sr. Project Assistant (Tech): B.Tech (1st class) OR Graduate degree (1st class) with 05 years experience in related fields. Desirable: Programming projects.
• Sr. Research Engineer: B.Tech. (1st class) with 2 years experience OR M.Tech. (1st class) in Computer Science/IT/ECE. Desirable: Frontend/backend development.
• Sr. Project Scientist: M.Tech./MS(R)/MCA (1st Class) OR B.Tech. (1st Class) with 03 years experience in related fields. Desirable: Computer systems, cyber security, ML.
• Research Associate: Ph.D. (1st class) OR M.Tech. (1st Class) with 03 years experience in related fields. Desirable: Computer systems, cyber security, ML.

All candidates must have the required experience and first-class degrees as specified. No age limit is mentioned; contractual positions normally consider ability to perform.

Salary & Stipend – IIT Delhi Project Positions 2026

Selected candidates will receive a competitive monthly salary as per IIT Delhi norms, plus HRA @ 30%. The pay scale is based on 7th CPC recommendations.

Why Apply? IIT Delhi offers job security, prestigious work environment, and excellent career growth in cutting-edge research projects. The salary is attractive with additional HRA benefits.

How to Apply for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Step-by-Step Guide

As per the official notification, candidates must apply via email. Follow these steps:

1. Download the official notification PDF from the Important Links section below.
2. Read all instructions, eligibility, and vacancy details carefully.
3. Prepare a complete bio-data (resume) with personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience.
4. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents: certificates, experience letters, ID proof, passport-size photographs.
5. Write the subject line clearly as “Application for [Post Name] – Advt No. IITD/IRD/230/2026”.
6. Send the email to the address mentioned in the notification (check official PDF).
7. Ensure your email reaches before 11 September 2026.
8. Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

There is no application fee mentioned. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – IIT Delhi Jobs 2026

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