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IIT Delhi Research Associate, Project Scientist & JRF Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), New Delhi
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Location
Delhi
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Last Date
28 Oct 2026
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Salary
Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- per month plus HRA @27% to 30%, post-wise; some posts are consolidated pay
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), New Delhi - Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c) Official Notification Poster & Schedule

IIT Delhi Research Associate, Project Scientist & JRF Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), New Delhi — School of Public Policy / Centre for Biomedical Engineering / Centre for Applied Research in Electronics (CARE) / Dept. of Electrical Engineering

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Deadline: 28 Oct 2026
👥 Total Vacancies 7 Posts
📍 Job Location New Delhi, Delhi
💰 Salary / Pay Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- per month plus HRA @27% to 30%, post-wise; some posts are consolidated pay
🎯 Selection Mode Shortlisting followed by online interview. IIT Delhi may apply higher shortlisting criteria based on qualifications and project needs.
🎓 Detailed qualification, age limit & exam pattern: View Eligibility Table ↓
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Executive Summary & Key Facts

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The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), New Delhi has issued an official recruitment notification for Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c), announcing a total of 7 vacancies located in Delhi. The online application window opens on 13 October 2026 and closes on 28 October 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Varies by post: Postgraduate degree in Public Policy, Development Studies, Geography, Sociology, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Disaster Management, Climate Change Studies, Science and Technology Studies or related discipline with first class; B.Tech in Electrical Engineering with first class and more than 2 years' experience in hardware design, PCB development and microcontroller programming; 1st class B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical Engineering, ECE, Computer Science or related discipline with valid GATE score; Bachelor of Arts from a recognised university with first class and more than 6 years' experience in patient handling and rehabilitation support; M.A. in Linguistics with translation training and AI/language research experience; M.A. in Translation Studies with native Marathi competency and M.Phil. in Linguistics; Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (BTech) or related discipline with research experience in Indian languages, LLMs and responsible AI. and be within the prescribed age limit of No Upper Age Limit, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- per month plus HRA @27% to 30%, post-wise; some posts are consolidated pay. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting followed by online interview. IIT Delhi may apply higher shortlisting criteria based on qualifications and project needs.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.

⏱️ Contractual Post Up to project duration Extendable
📍 Posting: New Delhi
🏢 Head Office: New Delhi

📅 Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c) - Important Dates & Schedule

Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c) Schedule & Deadlines
Application Start13 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply
28 Oct 2026
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📋 Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c) - Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Overview

Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c) Eligibility, Qualifications & Details
Post Name
💼 Research Associate 💼 Project Scientist 💼 Jr. Research Fellow 💼 Project Technical Support (II) 💼 Research Associate (a) 💼 Research Associate (b) 💼 Research Associate (c)
Total Vacancies7
QualificationVaries by post: Postgraduate degree in Public Policy, Development Studies, Geography, Sociology, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Disaster Management, Climate Change Studies, Science and Technology Studies or related discipline with first class; B.Tech in Electrical Engineering with first class and more than 2 years' experience in hardware design, PCB development and microcontroller programming; 1st class B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical Engineering, ECE, Computer Science or related discipline with valid GATE score; Bachelor of Arts from a recognised university with first class and more than 6 years' experience in patient handling and rehabilitation support; M.A. in Linguistics with translation training and AI/language research experience; M.A. in Translation Studies with native Marathi competency and M.Phil. in Linguistics; Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (BTech) or related discipline with research experience in Indian languages, LLMs and responsible AI.
Age LimitNo Upper Age Limit
SalaryRs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- per month plus HRA @27% to 30%, post-wise; some posts are consolidated pay
Application Fee
General: ₹0 OBC: ₹0 EWS: ₹0 SC: ₹0 ST: ₹0 fee_exempted: Yes payment_mode: Not mentioned
Selection ProcessShortlisting followed by online interview. IIT Delhi may apply higher shortlisting criteria based on qualifications and project needs.

👥 Category-Wise Vacancy Details

Total Seats: 7
Post / Designation UR OBC SC ST EWS Total
Research Associate - - - - - 1
Project Scientist - - - - - 1
Jr. Research Fellow - - - - - 1
Project Technical Support (II) - - - - - 1
Research Associate (a) - - - - - 1
Research Associate (b) - - - - - 1
Research Associate (c) - - - - - 1
Consolidated Total - - - - - 7
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Complete Salary Breakup & Allowances

Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 58,000 per month, with HRA for applicable posts

Gross Salary
₹58,000
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Remuneration & Monthly Pay Scale

Official Prescribed Pay: Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 58,000 per month plus HRA

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Official Notification Verified Advt No: IITD/IRD/284/2026
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📝 Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c) - Detailed Notification Guide

IIT Delhi Research Associate, Project Scientist & JRF Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has officially released the recruitment notification under advertisement number IITD/IRD/284/2026 for 7 contractual project positions across various key departments including the School of Public Policy, Centre for Biomedical Engineering, Centre for Applied Research in Electronics (CARE), and the Department of Electrical Engineering. Qualified professionals looking to advance their academic and technical careers can explore all latest Delhi Government Jobs to find premier institutional opportunities.

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Particulars Details
Organisation Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi)
Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/284/2026
Department School of Public Policy / Centre for Biomedical Engineering / Centre for Applied Research in Electronics (CARE) / Dept. of Electrical Engineering
Project AdaptAIR: Climate Adaptation through Artificial Ice Reservoirs (AIRs) in the Himalayas (RM00195F) and other associated projects
Funding Agency European Research Council Executive Agency (ERCEA)- Horizon, Anusandhan National Research Foundation, Space Applications Center (ISRO), ICMR, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Tenure Upto project duration (various dates ranging upto 2028, 2030, and 2032 depending on the project)
Post Names Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c)
Vacancies 7 total
Pay Ranges from Rs. 20,000/- p.m. to Rs. 58,000/- p.m. plus HRA @30% (post-wise)
Age Limit Not stated in the notice
Application Fee Not stated in the notice
Job Location New Delhi
Application Mode Email
Last Date or Interview Date 28 October 2026 by 5.00 p.m.

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Post Name Vacancies Department / Project Pay / Consolidated Fellowship
Research Associate 01 School of Public Policy / AdaptAIR (RM00195F) Rs. 58,000/- p.m. plus HRA @30%
Project Scientist 01 Centre for Biomedical Engineering / Leveraging Multi-Modal Data and AI for Predicting the Risk of Graft-Versus-Host Disease (RM00236G_SN) Rs. 53,790/- p.m. (Consolidated)
Jr. Research Fellow 01 C.A.R.E. / Designing and Development of Advanced Navigation Signaling Scheme (RP04958G) Rs. 37,000/- p.m. plus HRA @27%
Project Technical Support (II) 01 Centre for Biomedical Engineering / Centre for Advanced Research in Qualitative Imaging and AI modeling for Early Diagnostics and Prognostic Monitoring in Oncology (RP05084G) Rs. 20,000/- p.m. plus HRA @30%
Research Associate (a) 01 Dept. of Electrical Engineering / COIL-D: Centre for Indian Language data (RP04905G) Rs. 45,000/- p.m. (Consolidated)
Research Associate (b) 01 Dept. of Electrical Engineering / COIL-D: Centre for Indian Language data (RP04905G) Rs. 45,000/- p.m. (Consolidated)
Research Associate (c) 01 Dept. of Electrical Engineering / COIL-D: Centre for Indian Language data (RP04905G) Rs. 50,000/- p.m. (Consolidated)

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Post Essential Qualification Desirable Qualification
Research Associate (School of Public Policy) Postgraduate degree with first class in Public Policy, Development Studies, Geography, Sociology, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Disaster Management, Climate Change Studies, Science and Technology Studies, or a closely related discipline. Demonstrated experience with qualitative research methods. Experience in climate-change adaptation, water governance, environmental or disaster governance, institutional analysis or mapping, public-policy research, qualitative data analysis software (NVivo, ATLAS.ti, MAXQOA).
Project Scientist Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electrical Engineering in first class. More than 2 years of experience in hardware designing including PCB development, microcontroller programming (ESP32, STM32). Hands-on experience with EMG sensors, IMU sensors, microcontrollers, communication protocol interfaces, circuits and system integration.
Jr. Research Fellow 1st class B.Tech./B.E. in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline. Valid GATE score. Good programming skills in MATLAB and Python. Strong fundamentals in signal processing, communication, linear algebra, and probability.
Project Technical Support (II) Bachelor of Arts from a recognised university with first class. More than 6 years of experience in patient handling (stroke patients in hospitals) and assistance at home for rehabilitation device training. Basic computer knowledge. Own vehicle for easy commute with valid driving license, ability to provide assistance in hardware development and device management.
Research Associate (a) - COIL-D MA in Linguistics with formal translation training/coursework and experience in AI/language research, multilingual dataset evaluation, and linguistic QA. Skilled in Gujarati, Hindi, English. IIT language/AI research collaboration, experience with language technologies, multilingual evaluation and annotation.
Research Associate (b) - COIL-D Native Marathi competency and M.A. in Translation Studies, advanced expertise in translation and applied linguistics. Must hold M.Phil. in Linguistics focusing on Error Analysis. PG Diploma in Translation Studies, experience in government-affiliated institutions, cross-linguistic analysis.
Research Associate (c) - COIL-D Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (BTech) or related discipline with dedicated research experience. Experience with Indian languages in computational settings, LLMs, bias and responsible AI. Familiarity with foundational NLP tasks, strong analytical and programming skills.

These contractual openings offer dynamic research environments with tenure linked to project durations and yearly renewals. Candidates who want to check more Graduate jobs in Delhi will find that these roles provide competitive remuneration packages ranging from Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- per month along with applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA) at 27% to 30% depending on the specific post requirements.

Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution & Qualifications

The recruitment drive covers a total of 7 distinct roles tailored for graduates, postgraduates, and engineering professionals. Applicants must verify their eligibility against the precise requirements set by IIT Delhi's Industrial Research & Development (IRD) unit:

Post Name Vacancies Required Educational Qualification & Experience
Research Associate 1 Postgraduate degree in Public Policy, Development Studies, Geography, Sociology, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Disaster Management, Climate Change Studies, Science and Technology Studies or related discipline with first class.
Project Scientist 1 B.Tech in Electrical Engineering with first class and more than 2 years' experience in hardware design, PCB development, and microcontroller programming.
Jr. Research Fellow (JRF) 1 1st class B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical Engineering, ECE, Computer Science or related discipline with a valid GATE score.
Project Technical Support (II) 1 Bachelor of Arts from a recognised university with first class and more than 6 years' experience in patient handling and rehabilitation support.
Research Associate (a) 1 M.A. in Linguistics with translation training and AI/language research experience.
Research Associate (b) 1 M.A. in Translation Studies with native Marathi competency and M.Phil. in Linguistics.
Research Associate (c) 1 Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (BTech) or related discipline with research experience in Indian languages, LLMs, and responsible AI.

For alternative project opportunities at the institute, applicants can also review the IIT Delhi Project Assistant (Tech.) Walk-in Interview 2026 recruitment details for parallel openings.

Age Limit, Relaxations, and Salary Structure

The official notification states No Upper Age Limit for these project positions, opening doors for seasoned researchers and mid-career professionals alike. Additionally, SC/ST candidates are entitled to a 5% marks relaxation during the initial shortlisting stage.

The monthly compensation is structured as consolidated pay ranging from Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/-, plus applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA) at 27% to 30%, varying post-wise as per institutional project guidelines.

Selection Process & Interview Stages

The recruitment methodology relies on a strict evaluation framework designed to identify top-tier research talent:

  • Stage 1: Shortlisting: IIT Delhi applies higher shortlisting criteria based on academic performance, relevant project experience, and specific job requirements. SC/ST candidates receive a 5% relaxation in shortlisting benchmarks.
  • Stage 2: Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates are informed individually regarding the date, time, and video conferencing link for the online interview.
  • Stage 3: Document Verification: Final appointment is subject to the successful verification of original academic credentials, marksheets, and experience certificates.

Application Fee & Submission Guidelines

There is no application fee required for General, OBC, EWS, SC, or ST candidates. The application process is entirely digital and conducted via email.

Important Advisory: Candidates must download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the official IIT Delhi IRD website, complete all details accurately, attach mandatory supporting documents, and email the application directly to the respective Project Investigator. Always mention advertisement number IITD/IRD/284/2026 in the email subject line before the deadline of 28 October 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

📝 How to Apply for Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c)

1) Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IIT Delhi IRD website. 2) Fill in personal details, qualifications, marks, and experience. 3) Attach supporting certificates and documents as required for the post. 4) Email the completed form to the respective Project Investigator mentioned in the notice. 5) Write advertisement number IITD/IRD/284/2026 in the subject line and submit before 28 October 2026, 5:00 p.m.

📑 Documents Required for Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c)

  • Duly filled Form No. IRD/REC-4
  • Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
  • Work experience certificates, if applicable
  • Valid photo identity proof
  • Any supporting documents mentioned for the specific post

🎂 Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c) - Age Relaxation Criteria

SC/ST: 5% marks relaxation in shortlisting; age relaxation not specified

⚠️ Important Application Guidelines & Instructions

  • Mention advertisement number IITD/IRD/284/2026 in the email subject line.
  • Send the completed form to the respective Project Investigator only.
  • Check that all qualification and experience details are complete before emailing.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed separately for the online interview.

❓ Research Associate, Project Scientist, Jr. Research Fellow, Project Technical Support (II), Research Associate (a), Research Associate (b), Research Associate (c) Frequently Asked Questions

Q1 (Eligibility): What is the educational qualification required for these IIT Delhi posts?

Qualifications vary by post and include postgraduate, B.Tech/B.E., B.A., M.A., and related degrees with first class and experience where specified.

Q2 (Age & Relaxation): What is the age limit and category relaxation for these posts?

The notice does not state any age limit. It mentions 5% marks relaxation for SC/ST candidates in shortlisting.

Q3 (Salary): What is the pay scale / salary structure for these posts?

Pay ranges from Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- per month, with HRA at 27% or 30% depending on the post.

Q4 (Dates & Fee): What is the last date to apply and fee payment deadline for these posts?

The last date to submit the application by email is 28 October 2026 by 5:00 p.m. No application fee is mentioned.

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