IIIT Delhi Recruitment 2026: 1 Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellowship – Apply Online @ iiitd.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Fellowship Details

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Post: Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellowship
• Qualification: Ph.D. degree from a recognized University with first class in all preceding levels and a good academic record throughout.
• Currency of Ph.D.: The applicant must have completed the Ph.D. within the past 5 years on the last date of application submission (i.e., on or before 12 October 2026).
• Institutional Restriction: Candidates must not have completed their Ph.D. from IIIT-Delhi.
• Nationality: Indian citizen.
• Age Limit: The maximum age limit is 40 years.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Stage 1 – Application Screening: All applications received on or before 12 October 2026 will be screened for completeness and eligibility against the prescribed academic requirements.
• Stage 2 – Shortlisting: Eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on academic record, quality of research output, and relevance of the proposed research project to IIIT Delhi's academic programmes.
• Stage 3 – Interview: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview (in person or virtual, as decided by the institute) to assess research aptitude, proposed methodology, and fit within the department.
• Document Verification: Original certificates will be verified at the time of interview / joining.
• TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview or evaluation process.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• Ph.D. Degree Certificate from a Recognized University
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets proving First Class in All Preceding Levels
• Thesis Evaluation / External Examiner Report (if applicable)
• Academic Record / Grade Sheets Demonstrating Consistent First-Class Performance
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government Prescribed Format (if applicable)
• Two Recent Passport-Size Photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if any relevant research experience claimed)

How to Apply for IIIT Delhi Visvesvaraya Fellowship 2026

1. Visit the official IIIT Delhi recruitment portal at iiitd.ac.in.
2. Locate the Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellowship advertisement and click the online application link.
3. Register with a valid email address and mobile number.
4. Fill the application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
5. Upload documents in the prescribed format (photograph, signature, degree certificates, mark sheets).
6. Pay the application fee online, if applicable as stated in the official notification.
7. Review all entries carefully before final submission.
8. Save and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

For complete terms and conditions, download the IIIT Delhi Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellowship 2026 Official Notification PDF.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for the IIIT Delhi Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellowship 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 12 October 2026. Candidates must complete and submit the form before the deadline to be considered.

2. Is this a walk-in interview recruitment?

No. This is not a walk-in interview. The IIIT Delhi Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellowship 2026 recruitment requires online application only. There is no walk-in venue or reporting time. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by the institute for subsequent evaluation and interview as per institutional norms.

3. What is the application fee for IIIT Delhi Post Doctoral Fellowship Recruitment 2026?

The application fee amount is not explicitly stated in the available notification summary. Candidates are advised to verify the exact fee from the official IIIT Delhi Visvesvaraya Fellowship notification PDF before applying online.

4. Is the Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellowship a permanent government job?

No. The Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellowship at IIIT Delhi is a contractual fellowship, not a permanent cadre appointment. It does not carry lifetime pension or permanent government job security. The fellowship is granted for a fixed research period as stipulated in the official advertisement.

5. What is the monthly salary / fellowship amount?

The selected candidate will receive a monthly fellowship of Rs. 1,08,393 per month under the Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellowship scheme at IIIT Delhi.

6. What is the maximum age limit and qualification required?

The maximum age limit is 40 years. The candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree from a recognized University with first class in all preceding levels and a good academic record throughout. The Ph.D. must have been completed within the past 5 years on the last date of application submission, and the applicant must not have completed Ph.D. from IIIT-Delhi itself.