Recruitment for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the project 'Robust Paired Comparison Models for Data-Driven Ranking (RM00225G)' funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB).
The appointment is on a contractual basis with consolidated pay, renewable annually or until the project duration, whichever is earlier.
The position is based at the Industrial Research & Development Unit (IRD), IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi.
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for Robust Paired Comparison Models for Data-Driven Ranking
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi - 110016
Apply Deadline
20 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Not specified in the notification for this post. |
| Application Fee | No application fee is mentioned in the notification for this position. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Post Graduate Degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Data Science/Computer Science or a related discipline with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA).
Candidates must have qualified NET/GATE in Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science/Data Science or a related discipline.
Desirable: Good knowledge of Statistics, Probability, Graph Theory, and strong coding skills in R/Python.
Candidates graduating from centrally funded technical institutions (CFTIs) with a CGPA of 8.0 or above (or equivalent) are exempt from NET/GATE requirement.
Preference may be given to candidates with prior research experience in data-driven ranking or paired comparison models.
Candidates must have qualified NET/GATE in Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science/Data Science or a related discipline.
Desirable: Good knowledge of Statistics, Probability, Graph Theory, and strong coding skills in R/Python.
Candidates graduating from centrally funded technical institutions (CFTIs) with a CGPA of 8.0 or above (or equivalent) are exempt from NET/GATE requirement.
Preference may be given to candidates with prior research experience in data-driven ranking or paired comparison models.
⚙️ Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility criteria and academic qualifications.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
Final selection will be based on interview performance and academic background.
The institute reserves the right to relax eligibility criteria or shortlist candidates based on project requirements.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
Final selection will be based on interview performance and academic background.
The institute reserves the right to relax eligibility criteria or shortlist candidates based on project requirements.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
Duly filled application form (Form No. IRD/REC/01) downloaded from the IRD website.
Attested copies of educational certificates (degree, marksheets, CGPA certificates).
Proof of NET/GATE qualification (if applicable).
Proof of CGPA 8.0 or above (if applicable for exemption from NET/GATE).
Experience certificates (if any).
Passport-sized photograph.
Any other document supporting eligibility (e.g., publications, awards).
Attested copies of educational certificates (degree, marksheets, CGPA certificates).
Proof of NET/GATE qualification (if applicable).
Proof of CGPA 8.0 or above (if applicable for exemption from NET/GATE).
Experience certificates (if any).
Passport-sized photograph.
Any other document supporting eligibility (e.g., publications, awards).
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee is mentioned in the notification for this position.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the JRF position at IIT Delhi under advertisement number IITD/IRD/209/2026?
The last date to submit the completed application is 20th August 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Q.
Is there an application fee for the JRF position at IIT Delhi?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification for this position.
Q.
What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at IIT Delhi?
The salary is Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA.
Q.
Are candidates from centrally funded technical institutions (CFTIs) exempt from NET/GATE for this JRF position?
Yes, candidates graduating from CFTIs with a CGPA of 8.0 or above (or equivalent) are exempt from the NET/GATE requirement.
Q.
Where can I download the application form for the JRF position?
The application form (Form No. IRD/REC/01) can be downloaded from the IRD website: https://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec.