The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has announced a recruitment notification for the positions of Sr. Project Scientist and Principal Project Scientist. There are a total of 2 vacancies available, and the last date to submit applications is 23 November 2026.
IIT Delhi Sr. Project Scientist Recruitment 2026, 2 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), New Delhi |
| Post Name | Sr. Project Scientist, Principal Project Scientist |
| Advt No | IITD/IRD/318/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Application Mode | |
| Job Location | Dept. of Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi, New Delhi |
| Official Website | ird.iitd.ac.in |

Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to this recruitment notification.
| Notice Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Submitting Applications by Email (5.00 p.m.) | 23 November 2026 |
Application Fee
As per the official notification, no application fee is mentioned for this recruitment.
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Categories | As per official notification |
Age Limit
As per the official notification, there is no specific age limit mentioned for the posts. Age relaxation details are also not provided.
| Age Limit | As per official notification |
Vacancy Details
The following table outlines the vacancy details for each post available under this recruitment notification.
| Post | Posts |
| Sr. Project Scientist | 1 |
| Principal Project Scientist | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Sr. Project Scientist position must possess a Master’s degree (M-Tech/MS(R)/MCA/MPP or equivalent) in relevant fields such as Electrical/Power/Energy Engineering, Energy Economics, or Public Policy with First Class. For the Principal Project Scientist position, a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Public Policy, Economics/Finance, or Energy Science is required. Candidates with an M-Tech or MPP and 4 years of experience may also be considered for the Principal Project Scientist role.
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
| Sr. Project Scientist | Master’s degree in relevant discipline, First Class | Not specified |
| Principal Project Scientist | PhD in relevant discipline | 4 years for M-Tech or MPP candidates |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary details for the positions are as follows:
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Sr. Project Scientist | Rs. 60,750 to 79,260 p.m. plus HRA @30% |
| Principal Project Scientist | Rs. 75,600 to 1,01,610 p.m. plus HRA @30% |
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the short-listing of eligible applicants followed by an online interview. IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for short-listing.
- Short-listing of eligible candidates.
- Online interview.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow the steps below to apply for the positions via email.
- Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD website of IIT Delhi.
- Fill the form with complete information on educational qualifications and work experience.
- Send the duly filled form by e-mail to Prof. Abhijit Ramchandra Abhyankar at [email protected].
- Write the advertisement number on the subject line of the e-mail.
- Submit the application by 23 November 2026, 5.00 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for IIT Delhi recruitment?
The last date to submit applications is 23 November 2026.
Is there any application fee for the recruitment?
As per the official notification, no application fee is mentioned.
What is the eligibility for the Sr. Project Scientist post?
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with First Class.
What is the selection process for these positions?
The selection process includes short-listing of candidates followed by an online interview.
How can I apply for the IIT Delhi recruitment?
Candidates can apply by downloading the application form and sending it via email to the specified address.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: भारतीय प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान दिल्ली (IIT दिल्ली)
- पद: सीनियर प्रोजेक्ट साइंटिस्ट, प्रिंसिपल प्रोजेक्ट साइंटिस्ट
- कुल पद: 2
- योग्यता: मास्टर डिग्री और पीएचडी
- आयु सीमा: आधिकारिक अधिसूचना के अनुसार
- अंतिम तिथि: 23 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ईमेल द्वारा
| IIT Delhi Sr. Project Scientist Recruitment 2026, 2 Posts – Important Links | |
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| Download IIT Delhi notification PDF | Click Here |
| Visit IIT Delhi official website | Click Here |