IIT Delhi Research Associate, Project Scientist and More Vacancy 2026

IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 - Research Associate, Project Scientist and More

IIT Delhi has released an official notification for the recruitment of Research Associate, Project Scientist and More posts (7 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 28 Oct 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

IIT Delhi Research Associate, Project Scientist and More - Overview

Organization	IIT Delhi
Post Name	Research Associate, Project Scientist and More
Total Vacancies	7
Advertisement No.	IITD/IRD/284/2026
Qualification	Any Post Graduate, B.A, B.Tech/B.E, ITI, M.A, M.Phil/Ph.D
Location	New Delhi, Delhi
Salary	Rs. 20,000 - Rs. 58,000 per MONTH
Job Type	Contract
Last Date to Apply	28 Oct 2026
Official Website	ird.iitd.ac.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for IIT Delhi Research Associate, Project Scientist and More recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: Any Post Graduate, B.A, B.Tech/B.E, ITI, M.A, M.Phil/Ph.D. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Research Associate, Project Scientist and More position at IIT Delhi will receive a salary of Rs. 20,000 - Rs. 58,000 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply

28 Oct 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for IIT Delhi Research Associate, Project Scientist and More recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: ird.iitd.ac.in
Look for the Research Associate, Project Scientist and More recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Official Website	ird.iitd.ac.in

Also Check

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position permanent or contractual?

Appointments are made on a contractual basis, renewable yearly or up to the duration of the project, whichever is earlier.

Are allowances paid in addition to the consolidated fellowship?

Yes, House Rent Allowance (HRA) @30% or @27% is applicable on top of the consolidated fellowship where specified in the post details (such as @30% for the Research Associate under Public Policy and Project Technical Support II, and @27% for the JRF).

Who is eligible for a relaxation in marks?

A 5% relaxation of marks may be granted to SC/ST candidates during short-listing or selection.

How will candidates be notified of the interview?

Short-listed candidates will be displayed on the web link at http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted along with online interview details, and only short-listed candidates will be informed for the online interview.

What should be included in the email subject line when applying?

Candidates must include the Advertisement Number (such as IITD/IRD/284/2026) on the subject line of the email when sending their application to the respective PI.