- Contract-based appointment under the project 'On-chip photonic quantum processor for next-generation quantum computing information processing.'
- Position is part of the Industrial Research & Development (IRD) Unit at IIT Delhi.
- Work will involve research in photonic quantum processors for advanced quantum computing applications.
- Appointment is renewable yearly or until project completion, whichever is earlier.
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🎓 B.Tech
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Project Associate – On-Chip Photonic Quantum Processor
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Optics and Photonics Centre, IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi - 110016
Apply Deadline
21 Oct 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) (IIT Delhi) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Tech (b.tech), B.E. (b.e.), M.Sc. (m.sc) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Consolidated fellowship of Rs. 35,000–42,000 per month, including HRA @ 27%. |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Summary: No application fee explicitly mentioned in the job notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: First-class B.Tech/B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Engineering Physics (or equivalent).
- Desirable: Experience in photonics integrated circuits or optical communication.
- Alternative Qualification: First-class M.Sc. in Electrical & Communication Engineering or Electrical Engineering with specialization in Optical Communication/Fiber Optics.
- Desirable: Experience in photonics integrated circuits or optical communication.
- Alternative Qualification: First-class M.Sc. in Electrical & Communication Engineering or Electrical Engineering with specialization in Optical Communication/Fiber Optics.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on submitted qualifications and experience.
- Online interview for shortlisted candidates. Details will be published on the official IRD website.
- Online interview for shortlisted candidates. Details will be published on the official IRD website.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Scanned copies of educational certificates (degree, mark sheets).
- Experience certificate (if applicable).
- Proof of work experience (if any).
- Passport-sized photograph (as specified in the application form).
- Experience certificate (if applicable).
- Proof of work experience (if any).
- Passport-sized photograph (as specified in the application form).
💳 Application Fee Details
• Summary: No application fee explicitly mentioned in the job notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Project Associate position at IIT Delhi?
The last date to submit applications is 21 October 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Q.
What is the salary range for the Project Associate role?
The consolidated fellowship ranges from Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 42,000 per month, including HRA @ 27%.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this position?
No, the notification does not mention any application fee for this role.
Q.
How will the selection process work for this Project Associate position?
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications and experience, followed by an online interview for shortlisted applicants.
Q.
Where should I submit my application?
Applications must be submitted via email to Prof. Awanish Pandey at opcawanish@iitd.ac.in with the subject line including the advertisement number.