IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 — 9 Posts, Apply by Email by 13 Oct

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has released the official Research Associate (II), Research Associate (I), and Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) notification under Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/258/2026, for 9 project-based vacancies under the AdiVaani project development and management scheme. Eligible candidates with a Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree, or a Diploma/Graduate degree in the appropriate discipline, can apply by email up to 13 October 2026. Selected candidates will be appointed on a project basis at IIT Delhi, supporting research, design and development activities under the IRD unit, with Research Associate-I carrying the largest allocation at 3 posts. The IIT Delhi 2026 selection process consists of shortlisting based on qualifications, followed by an online interview. Monthly salary for IIT Delhi 2026 project posts ranges from ₹29,290 (Jr. Project Assistant, Tech.) to ₹61,000 (Research Associate-II) plus HRA, with no application fee charged to any candidate. Candidates for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 must prepare a complete bio-data application, download the prescribed Form IRD/REC-4, attach self-attested copies of required documents, clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line, and send it by email to the official address specified in the notification, before the closing date of 13 October 2026. Candidates must read the complete official notification PDF before applying, since Research Associate (I) and (II) both require 3 years' research/teaching/design and development experience in addition to the Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS qualification, while Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) accepts either a Diploma/Graduate degree or an ITI qualification with substantially more work experience (6 years).

Research Associate (I & II) — Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree with 3 years' research, teaching, design and development experience; Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) — Diploma (3 years' duration)/Graduate Degree in appropriate discipline, or ITI (2 years' duration) in relevant trade with 6 years' relevant work experience.

Please refer to the official notification for age limit details

• Research Associate (II) (2 posts, ₹61,000/month + HRA@30%) — Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree with 3 years' research, teaching, design and development experience
• Research Associate (I) (3 posts, ₹58,000/month consolidated) — Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree with 3 years' research, teaching, design and development experience
• Jr. Project Assistant, Tech. (1 post, ₹29,290-38,220/month + HRA@30%) — Diploma (3 years' duration)/Graduate Degree in appropriate discipline, OR ITI (2 years' duration) in relevant trade with 6 years' relevant work experience
• Application Fee: None mentioned in the notification
• Job Type: Project-based
• Domicile requirement: None specified — open to eligible candidates from across India

No application fee mentioned in the notification

₹61,000/month + HRA @30% (Research Associate-II); ₹58,000/month consolidated (Research Associate-I); ₹29,290-38,220/month + HRA @30% (Jr. Project Assistant, Tech.)

1. Read the official IIT Delhi Research Associate/Jr. Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification carefully before applying.
2. Download the prescribed application form (Form IRD/REC-4) from the official IRD IIT Delhi website.
3. Prepare your application with complete bio-data, including personal details, educational qualifications, and relevant experience.
4. Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and a recent passport-size photograph.
5. Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of your email.
6. Send the complete application to the official email address specified in the notification.
7. Ensure the email is sent before the last date, 13 October 2026.
8. Keep a copy of the sent email and all attachments for future reference.