IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist (III) Non Medical Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post, Apply by 20 Aug (Delhi)

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IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist (III) Non Medical Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post, Apply by 20 Aug (Delhi)

📍 DelhiIndian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) — Institute of National Importance, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India | Advt No. IITD/IRD/207/2026Central Govt Jobs
Application Mode:Online + Offline
Total Posts
1
Minimum Qualification
Post-Graduate

Overview

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has released IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist (III) Non Medical Recruitment 2026 for 1 post under Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/207/2026. Is IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist (III) Recruitment 2026 out? Yes — the notification is currently open, offering experienced postgraduates, PhD holders, and engineering/IT/CS professionals a senior contractual research position at one of India's premier technical institutes. The selected Project Research Scientist (III) will support a sponsored research project at IIT Delhi's Industrial Research & Development unit, contributing at a senior technical or scientific level. Selection consists of Shortlisting followed by an Online Interview. Salary is ₹78,000 per month plus 30% House Rent Allowance, reflecting the significant experience threshold required. The IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist (III) 2026 application is submitted via email; there is no online portal. The last date to apply is 20 August 2026. There is no application fee for any candidate category. Candidates must read the complete official Advt. No. IITD/IRD/207/2026 notification PDF before applying, since this posting is distinct from IIT Delhi's other concurrently open Project Research Scientist positions.

Qualification

Post Graduate Degree, including integrated PG degrees, with five years' post-qualification experience, or a PhD with two years' post-qualification experience. For Engineering/IT/CS candidates: a four-year Graduate degree with five years' post-qualification experience, or a PG degree with three years' post-qualification experience, or a PhD. This is one of several similarly graded positions IIT Delhi runs concurrently across different sponsored projects, so confirm this advertisement's project scope matches your background.

Age Limit

  • Not specified in the official notification

Eligibility

  • Post Graduate Degree with five years' experience, or a PhD with two years' experience
  • For Engineering/IT/CS: four-year Graduate degree with five years' experience, or PG with three years, or a PhD
  • Distinct from IIT Delhi's other concurrently open Project Research Scientist positions
  • This is a contractual position, not permanent
  • No application fee is charged
  • Age limit is not specified

Important Dates

  1. Last Date to Apply

    20 Aug 2026

Application Fee

  • No application fee for any category

Salary

  • ₹78,000 per month, plus House Rent Allowance at 30%

How to Apply

  1. Read the official Advt. No. IITD/IRD/207/2026 notification carefully, available at ird.iitd.ac.in
  2. Prepare your application with complete bio-data, educational qualifications, and experience
  3. Attach self-attested copies of documents — certificates, experience proof, ID, photo
  4. Mention the post applied for in the email subject line
  5. Send the complete application to the official email address specified
  6. Ensure the email is sent on or before 20 August 2026
  7. Keep a copy of the sent email for your own records
  8. Watch for a response regarding shortlisting for interview
  9. Prepare to discuss your experience if called for interview
  10. Confirm interview scheduling once contacted

Selection Process

  • Shortlisting
  • Online Interview

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of Posts
Project Research Scientist (III) Non Medical1

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWSNil
SC / ST / PwD / FemaleNil

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist (III) Recruitment 2026?+
The last date to submit the application via email is 20 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there for this IIT Delhi post?+
There is 1 vacancy for the Project Research Scientist (III) Non Medical position.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for this post?+
A Post Graduate Degree with five years' experience, or a PhD with two years' experience; for Engineering/IT/CS, a four-year Graduate degree with five years' experience, a PG with three years, or a PhD.
Q4. What is the salary for the IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist (III) post?+
Selected candidates will receive ₹78,000 per month plus 30% House Rent Allowance.
Q5. What is the selection process for this recruitment?+
Selection involves Shortlisting followed by an Online Interview.
Q6. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?+
No, there is no application fee for any candidate category.
Q7. How do I apply for IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist (III) Recruitment 2026?+
Applications must be sent via email with complete bio-data and supporting documents.
Q8. Is this a permanent position at IIT Delhi?+
No, this is a contractual position tied to a sponsored research project.
Q9. Is this the same post as IIT Delhi's other Project Research Scientist vacancy?+
No, this posting carries a distinct advertisement number (IITD/IRD/207/2026), separate from other concurrently open positions.
Q10. Where is the job location for this IIT Delhi post?+
The job location is IIT Delhi's campus in New Delhi.
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