📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Quick Facts
- Recruiting Body: Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), New Delhi
- Advertisement No.: IITD/IRD/262/2026
- Total Posts: 2
- Post Names: Project Associate II, Sr. Project Associate
- Employment Nature: Contractual (Project-Based) – Not a permanent cadre post
- Application / Interview Mode: Email Submission with subsequent Online Interview
- Notification Date: 5 October 2026
- Last Date for Submission of Application: 21 October 2026
- Salary Range: Rs. 35,000 – Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA @ 27%
- Application Fee: Rs. 0 (No Application Fee)
- Official Domain: ird.iitd.ac.in
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Qualification | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate II | 1 | 1st class B.Tech/BE in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics | Rs. 35,000 + HRA @ 27% |
| Sr. Project Associate | 1 | 1st class M.Tech/ME in Electrical & Communication Engineering or Electrical Engineering with specialization in Optical Communication / Microwave Engineering / Nanofabrication OR Doctoral Degree in a related field | Rs. 42,000 + HRA @ 27% |
| Total | 2 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Project Associate II: 1st class B.Tech / BE in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Engineering Physics. Experience with photonics integrated circuits or optical communication is desirable.
- Sr. Project Associate: 1st class M.Tech / ME in Electrical & Communication Engineering or Electrical Engineering with specialization in Optical Communication, Microwave Engineering, or Nanofabrication; OR a Doctoral Degree in a related field. Two years of experience in R&D in industrial and academic institutions is required.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
The selection process for both posts under Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/262/2026 involves two stages:
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the advertised qualifications, experience requirements, and application submissions.
- Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. The schedule and mode of the interview will be communicated by the institute.
No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the online interview.
How to Apply for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026
- Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IIT Delhi IRD official website at http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec.
- Fill the form completely with details of educational qualifications (indicating percentage of marks, division), work experience, and all other required information.
- Send the duly filled form by e-mail to Prof. Awanish Pandey at [email protected], with the Advertisement No. (IITD/IRD/262/2026) on the subject line of the e-mail.
- Ensure the application is sent on or before 21 October 2026.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Duly filled Form No. IRD/REC-4 downloaded from the IIT Delhi IRD official website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec)
- Complete details of educational qualifications indicating percentage of marks / division / CGPA
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead from Industrial and Academic Institutions (if applicable)
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
- All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (B.Tech / M.Tech / ME / Doctoral Degree as applicable)
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
- Recent Passport-size Photograph & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
Note: Candidates are advised to read the full official notification before applying. All conditions not covered in this page must be verified from the official notification PDF.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submission of applications via e-mail for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. IITD/IRD/262/2026) is 21 October 2026. Applications sent after this date will not be considered.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates must download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IIT Delhi IRD official website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec), fill it with all required details including educational qualifications and experience, and send it by e-mail to [email protected] with the advertisement number on the subject line, on or before 21 October 2026.
What is the application fee for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026?
There is no application fee for the IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 project positions under Advt No. IITD/IRD/262/2026.
Is IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 a permanent government job?
No. Both Project Associate II and Sr. Project Associate positions are project-based contractual positions under Advt No. IITD/IRD/262/2026. These are not permanent government cadre posts and do not carry lifetime pension or permanent government job security.
What is the salary structure for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026?
The remuneration is Rs. 35,000 per month for Project Associate II and Rs. 42,000 per month for Sr. Project Associate, in both cases plus HRA at 27% on the basic pay.
What is the selection process for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026?
The selection process involves shortlisting based on advertised qualifications and requirements, followed by an online interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/262/2026, dated 5 October 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.